Dear cecil,
Is smoking common among chinese people? How do they protect themselves from the side affects of the smoking? Thanks.

Dear Anon,
1. You will be surprised to learn that smoking is a universal trend and it is very common to see Chinese smoke.
2. In the past, especially with the `poorer' Chinese, smoking is particularly prevalent.
3. Surprising, to this date, I have come across, many `old Chinese' especially males who continue to smoke right up to their 80s.
Usually, they die of old age. But, sorry, I cannot confirm if they did die of cancer...
Warmest Regards,
Cecil