How many doctors?

When you make a claim as big as the one in this classic ad you expect there to be a disclaimer.
So it's hardly surprising that there's an asterisk in the headline.
What is surprising is the position of the asterisk.
Take a closer look. See what I'm talking about?
There seems to be no problem at all saying, "Physicians say Luckies are less irratating."
But if you get the number of physicians wrong - who knows what could happen.



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I am certain you have been watching every moment of Mad Men this season. And if you haven't-then stop what you are doing and download it on itunes NOW. I will wait. GO NOW.
And this little ditty was actually discussed in an episode. How to make cigarettes seem healthy and doctor 'approved'. Brillance.
Okay EVIL. And yet. Brillant.
some things never change?
In other news, open flame burns less than superheated plasma.
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