While cigar smoking is not as prevalent as cigarette use, it has been increasing in recent years. This may be due to the availability of different flavors that have been banned in cigarettes.

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The health effects of occasional cigar smoking aren't clear, but the only safe level of cigar smoking is none at all, the Mayo Clinic says. Instead of choosing between cigarette smoking and cigar ...

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Cigar and pipe smoking have already been linked to increased risks of mouth and throat cancers, heart disease and lung cancer.