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A new report from the United States surgeon general finds that smoking tobacco is even deadlier than had been known. The report says smoking causes birth defects — a leading cause of death among babies. 　61　 also links smoking to cancer of the liver and colon, diabetes and other diseases.

The report calls for research on whether 　62　 (low) the amount of nicotine in cigarettes 　63　 (help) people stop smoking. It also contains new findings.

“Today we know that smoking is a cause of diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and poor response to treatment of arthritis, erectile dysfunction, and increased risk of tuberculosis, disease and death. We're adding colon, rectal and liver cancer to the long list of cancers 　64　 (cause) by smoking,” said Lushniak.

Doctor Lushniak also said smoking suppresses the body's natural defenses for fighting disease. He said this increases a smoker's 　65　 (likely) of getting an infectious disease.

The latest research also shows damage to unborn children. Babies are more likely 　66　 (born) with cleft palate 　67　 the mother smokes. The chemicals in tobacco smoke can have lasting effects 　68　 brain development in a fetus.

The surgeon general would like to see 　69　 (much) action to keep young people from developing 　70　 smoking habit. He supports higher prices on cigarettes, more anti-smoking media campaigns and more help for people who want to quit smoking.