11/04/2020
The damage from smoking affects most parts of your body. From your skin to your brain, to the function of your immune system, and all of your organs, there are very few parts of the body that are spared from the negative affects of to***co.
People age 50 and older that smoke are more likely to have difficulty with breathing, fatigue, and coughing.
Smoking is the leading cause of cancer in the United States. It is also linked to many other diseases including: heart disease, high blood pressure, emphysema, COPD, diabetes complications, bone disease, stomach ulcers, cataracts, pain or tightness in the chest, and more.
And second hand smoke can cause nonsmokers that inhale it health problems too.
If you or your loved one smoke, it is never to late to quit. There are many products on the market today to aid in helping you to quit. Ask your doctor about what is available for you and get on the road to being smoke-free!