Heart risk factors, not heart disease itself, may increase odds of COVID-19 death
Oct 4, 2022
A new study helps clarify the connections between pre-existing heart disease and death from COVID-19.
Tobacco & E-Cigarettes News
Educators, other experts aim to build momentum in fight against youth vaping
Sep 6, 2022
As students settle in for a new school year, educators and researchers are developing an array of tactics to raise awareness about the dangers of vaping – and to help teens change behaviors and beat addiction.
In secondhand vape, scientists smell risk
May 31, 2022
Secondhand cigarette smoke is associated with a wide array of negative health outcomes. Now, recent studies suggest secondhand e-cigarette vapor also may harm respiratory health.
Smoking both traditional and e-cigarettes may carry same heart risks as cigarettes alone
May 6, 2022
People who smoke a combination of traditional and e-cigarettes may face the same cardiovascular health risks as those who smoke only traditional cigarettes, new research shows.
Smoking harms brain health, regardless of other health conditions
Feb 3, 2022
The more nicotine people are exposed to, the more harm they may be doing to their brains, new research suggests.
Low-level toxic metal exposure may raise the risk for clogged arteries
Dec 9, 2021
A study of Spanish auto workers finds that exposure to low levels of toxic metals may raise the risk for plaque buildup in the arteries of the neck, heart and legs.
For smokers, fatal heart attack or stroke may be first sign of cardiovascular disease
Nov 17, 2021
People who smoke develop cardiovascular disease earlier than those who don't and may die before they even know they have it, new research shows.
Gap seen in smoking rates after stroke versus cancer
Nov 17, 2021
Stroke survivors are less likely to quit smoking than cancer survivors, a new study says.
Blood vessel harm seen with several vaping products, rat study shows
Aug 23, 2021
Researchers who tested several e-cigarette products in rats say they affected blood vessel function like traditional cigarettes.
Smoking harms the brain, raises dementia risk – but not if you quit
Jul 6, 2021
People who smoke are at much higher risk for a wide range of brain health problems, including dementia. But quitting can level the field.