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The researchers say this the first known case where the disease - hard-metal pneumoconiosis - has been linked to vaping, but there may be further undocumented cases. The disease creates an unusual and distinctive pattern of damage to the lungs that results in breathing difficulties. It is typically diagnosed in people who work with hard metals, in jobs like tool sharpening, diamond polishing or making dental prosthetics. Dr Kirk Jones, of the University of California, said the patient did not have any known exposure to hard metal, so they identified the use of an e-cigarette as a possible cause. Hard-metal pneumoconiosis causes damaged lung cells to engulf other cells and form ‘giant’ cells that can be seen clearly under a microscope It can result in permanent scarring in patients’ lungs with symptoms such as breathing difficulties and chronic coughing. This scarring cannot be cured, although some patients may have mild improvement if the exposure to hard-metal dust … [Read more...] about Vaper’s lung scarring likened to metal damage

The following is the text of US President George W Bush's final State of the Union address delivered to Congress on Monday: Madam Speaker, Vice President Cheney, Members of Congress, distinguished guests, and fellow citizens: Seven years have passed since I first stood before you at this rostrum.In that time, our country has been tested in ways none of us could have imagined.We have faced hard decisions about peace and war, rising competition in the world economy, and the health and welfare of our citizens. These issues call for vigorous debate, and I think it's fair to say we've answered that call. Yet history will record that amid our differences, we acted with purpose. And together, we showed the world the power and resilience of American self-government. All of us were sent to Washington to carry out the people's business. That is the purpose of this body. It is the meaning of our oath. And it remains our charge to keep. The actions of the 110th Congress will affect the security … [Read more...] about Bush seeks support on Iraq in final address

He has apologised, saying he is “filled with self-disgust” over his behaviour. Bouncer Adni Junus Liu needed stitches for a severe gash, after allegedly being punched twice in the head by Zac William Whiting, 18, from Queensland, outside a Kuta Burger King on Friday morning. Schapelle Corby’s former security consultant John McLeod issued a statement on Whiting’s behalf on Monday, saying his client was “young and has made a silly mistake”. RELATED: Bali arrest: Teen Zac William Whiting cries in court Zac Whiting was in custody in a Bali jail. Picture: 9NewsSource:Supplied Zac William Whiting. Picture: Supplied.Source:News Corp Australia The Burger King restaurant in Legian street where teen Zac Whiting hit a security guard. Picture: Lukman S. Bintoro.Source:News Corp Australia “Zac is struggling with the circumstances he is in,” the statement read. “He has reflected on his actions of early Friday morning and is filled with … [Read more...] about Australian teenager walks free from Bali jail ‘sorry’ for assault

Video PlayerClose BEIJING, Dec. 6 (Xinhua) -- China is working on tax exemptions on part of the soybeans and pork imported from the United States in light of applications submitted by related enterprises, the Customs Tariff Commission of the State Council said Friday. The commission will dedicate a range of goods to be excluded from tariff countermeasures against the U.S. Section 301 measure, it said. According to domestic needs, Chinese enterprises import a certain amount of goods from the United States through market-based procurement. The enterprises are expected to purchase goods eligible for exemption on the basis of independent negotiation, import as they see fit, and bear the related profits or losses, the commission said. … [Read more...] about China working on tax exemptions for U.S. soybean, pork imports

Video PlayerClose SEOUL, Dec. 6 (Xinhua) -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and the United States seemed to still have differences in negotiations for the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, South Korea's unification ministry said Friday. Kim Eun-han, a deputy spokesperson of the unification ministry, told a press briefing that it seemed that the DPRK and the United States still had differences in positions for denuclearization negotiations, considering the statements recently announced by the DPRK. Kim said South Korea anticipated an advance in the DPRK-U.S. denuclearization talks for the settlement of lasting peace on the peninsula, noting that the country will make its best diplomatic efforts to achieve it. The comment came after Choe Son Hui, first vice foreign minister of the DPRK, expressed displeasure on Thursday over U.S. President Donald Trump's recent remarks on the possible use of force against Pyongyang. Trump said during a North Atlantic Treaty … [Read more...] about DPRK, U.S. seem to still have differences in denuke talks: S.Korea