Quitting cigarettes can trigger surprising changes in the body, but recovery does not always follow the path many former smokers expect.

Smoking is one of the leading causes of preventable diseases and deaths worldwide. Despite widespread awareness of its dangers, millions of people still struggle to quit. Nicotine addiction is ...

March 13 is "No Smoking Day" — the perfect excuse to say goodbye to cigarettes once and for all! Whether you’ve tried before or are just getting started, today’s the day to kick those bad habits to ...

While it is normal for people to experience mild cognitive impairment as we age, severe cognitive decline is not a healthy part of aging. Past research shows that making healthy lifestyle choices, ...

Healthcare professionals note that the best way to prevent lung damage due to cigarette smoke is quitting smoking and early detection of these symptoms. Check out early warning signs: ...

You probably know nixing cigarettes is good for your body. But it’s also good for your brain. Did you know that besides causing cancer, heart disease, and lung diseases, smoking can also harm your ...

Quitting smoking is one of the most challenging yet rewarding journeys a person can take. The struggle against nicotine addiction often leaves individuals feeling overwhelmed, leading many to seek ...

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) thickens and stiffens the left ventricle of your heart, which can limit blood pumping. HCM can also worsen atrial fibrillation risk and related blood clots. Smoking ...

The study, published in The Lancet Healthy Longevity, looked at data from 9,436 people aged 40 or over (with an average age of 58) in 12 countries, comparing cognitive test results among people who ...