Your Real Champion®: Lesley’s Place
Lesley’s Place in West Chester is a nonprofit organization which aims to help homeless dogs become cancer-free and find a forever home, while simultaneously advancing research to help both dogs […]
David M Mannino, III, MD FCCP FERS
Professor, University of Kentucky
Chief Medical Officer and Co-Founder, COPD Foundation
The first patient Dr. David Mannino saw in his days as a medical student was a smoker who was overwhelmed by severe lung disease. It left a lasting impression on the bright young man and inspired him to become a pulmonary specialist, so he could study the effects of tobacco on the lungs, as well as second-hand smoke, pollution, and treat patients in the critical care unit. His dedication led to a landmark study that showed cigarette smoking can lead to erectile dysfunction. His quest to educate the public helped to shape current guidelines such as updated warnings on cigarette packaging and legislating smoke-free zones. The work of this one man has saved millions of lives. One man really can make a difference!
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