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Be inspired to live at your healthiest. Featuring interviews with Franciscan Health medical experts, health and wellness news, and practical tips for the family.

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Be inspired to live at your healthiest. Featuring interviews with Franciscan Health medical experts, health and wellness news, and practical tips for the family.

How Tobacco And Marijuana Use Affect Your Surgery And Recovery

If you smoke, vape or use marijuana, you may wonder whether it could affect your upcoming surgery. The short answer is yes. Tobacco and cannabis can increase surgical risks, affect anesthesia and slow healing after your procedure. The good news is that stopping smoking, even a few weeks before surgery, can improve your recovery and lower your ri...

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