Smoking
Smoking, Alcohol Consumption, and Risk of Incident
Smoking, Alcohol Consumption, and Risk of Incident Diverticulitis

Additional Modifiable Risk Factors

January 2025

Smoking Cannabis Increases Heart and Stroke Risk
Smoking Cannabis Increases Heart and Stroke Risk

Burning cannabis releases toxins similar to those found in tobacco smoke, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke associated with smoking.

November 2024

Impact of Smoking on Immune Function
Impact of Smoking on Immune Function

Smoking induces persistent alterations in adaptive immunity, compromising immune system integrity.

September 2024

Bipolar Disorder’s Impact on Mortality Surpasses
Bipolar Disorder’s Impact on Mortality Surpasses Smoking

Contrary to prior assumptions, bipolar disorder emerges as a more potent risk factor for mortality compared to smoking, highlighting its substantial impact on overall health.

August 2024

Link Between Smoking, Prediabetes, and Stroke Risk
Link Between Smoking, Prediabetes, and Stroke Risk

Combined prediabetes and persistent tobacco use substantially elevate the risk of stroke among healthy young adults.

July 2024

Higher Risk of Emphysema in Marijuana and Cigarett
Higher Risk of Emphysema in Marijuana and Cigarette Smokers

Increased likelihood of lung alveoli damage among marijuana and cigarette smokers, exacerbating emphysema risk.

July 2024

Vaping and E-Cigarettes Linked to Asthma Risk

The use of electronic cigarettes has been significantly associated with an increased risk of asthma.

May 2024

Smoking Intensity and Peri-Implantitis Risk
Smoking Intensity and Peri-Implantitis Risk

Smoking intensity is associated with an increased risk of peri-implantitis, underscoring the importance of smoking cessation interventions to mitigate the adverse effects of tobacco use on dental implant outcomes.

May 2024

Lifestyle Factors Related to Multimorbidity
Lifestyle Factors Related to Multimorbidity

Smoking, physical inactivity, and other lifestyle factors are associated with an increased risk of multimorbidity, highlighting the importance of addressing these factors to prevent the development of multiple chronic conditions.

March 2024

Cannabis Use Disorder and Risk of Affective Disord
Cannabis Use Disorder and Risk of Affective Disorders Examined

Despite increasing cannabis use globally, its association with affective disorders like depression and bipolar disorder requires further investigation, according to experts.

Februery 2024