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FORT MYERS, Fla.- Habits like smoking and eating a poor diet are two common examples of choices that can take a toll on your health, but both are completely within your control. Years of bad choices can lead to life-threatening disease and even early death. Though medical treatment options continue to advance, a lifetime of healthy choices is the key to avoiding many diseases and subsequent medical intervention. Dr. Paul DiGiorgi, a cardiothoracic surgeon with Lee Memorial Health System, stopped by the studio to talk about The Shipley Cardiothoracic Center, which focuses on innovation, education and research to improve health.