In 1997, statistics say, approximately 900 Americans died in fires started by lighted cigarettes. Now Philip Morris, the tobacco colossus, plans to test market a new cigarette that burns slower and generates less heat, thus reducing the risk of fire. The company assures smokers that the butt won't taste any differently, or present "any added health risks." Added to what? Oh, yeah. The cancer thing.
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In 1997, statistics say, approximately 900 Americans died in fires started by lighted cigarettes. Now Philip Morris, the tobacco colossus, plans to test market a new cigarette that burns slower and generates less heat, thus reducing the risk of fire. The company assures smokers that the butt won't taste any differently, or present "any added health risks." Added to what? Oh, yeah. The cancer thing.
