Smoking is always bad for you. But here’s why it’s especially bad if you smoke before having surgery.
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Yes, You Can Still Get Lung Cancer If You Don’t Smoke
Can you still get lung cancer even if you’re a non-smoker? Our expert discusses what you need to know.
Vaping: Risk & Illness on the Rise
If you were under the impression that e-cigarettes and vaping were harmless alternatives to smoking – think again. Reports of serious illnesses linked to vaping and nicotine addiction are on the rise.
What’s the Best Thing I Can Do to Avoid Cardiovascular Disease?
Find the truth about questions that pique your curiosity in our series, “The Short Answer.” Preventive cardiologist Haitham Ahmed, MD, MPH, answers this one.
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3 Surprising Reasons to Quit Smoking After a Cancer Diagnosis
If you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, you might think about quitting smoking and wonder, “Why bother?” Here are three good reasons that may surprise you.
Do You Smoke or Vape? Know the Facts About Electronic Cigarettes
E-cigarettes are gaining popularity, partially because people believe they are safer than cigarettes. But is that really true? Learn more.
What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Smoking?
Even if you’ve been a lifelong smoker, it is never too late to quit. In this infographic, our experts explain how your lungs – and the rest of your body – begin recovering, less than half an hour after you quit.
Do You Smoke to Cope With Pain? Research Finds Surprising Effect
In addition to damaging your lungs, tobacco use is a significant contributor to pain throughout the body. Find out if smoking is hurting you more than you know.
Bladder Cancer: Your Personal Risk and How to Reduce It
With age come wisdom, experience and, unfortunately, a higher risk of bladder cancer. Certainly, bladder cancer can occur at any age, but it’s more common in older men and much less frequently an issue in younger men and women. Time gives you more chances to become exposed to harmful chemicals that get processed through your … Read More
Want to Quit Smoking? Acupuncture Can Help You With Cravings
If you are trying to quit smoking, acupuncture is a natural way to help you curb your craving for nicotine.
