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Secondhand smoke, dementia and seniors on Medicare

(KYMA, KECY/ CBS) - Babies exposed to secondhand smoke while in the womb could have decreased lung function in early childhood.

Millions of seniors on Medicare lack access to treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease because they don't live near a rehab facility.

A new study looks at the link between blood pressure and dementia. Global researchers found that high blood pressure in women are at an increased risk of dementia.

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Mercedes Martinez joined the KSWT team as anchor/producer in October 2020. You can catch her on 13 On Your Side at 4:00pm.

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