Smoking tobacco products has been proven to have negative effects on fertility, according to research. That includes vaping in addition to traditional cigarettes. For those who are concerned about ...

Although the research on vaping is still new, experts don’t think it’s a great way to quit smoking. Vaping still carries its own risks. Some people may use vape products, or e-cigarettes, for smoking ...

Numerous factors shape how a person’s immune system reacts to infections and other challenges. Age, sex and genetics are fundamental contributors—as the COVID pandemic highlighted. Now a new study ...

It’s common for smoking to cause chest pain. While not immediately dangerous, it can contribute to overall heart and lung damage the longer you smoke. Smoking is hard on your body and causes a wide ...

Share on Pinterest Experts note that smoking cigarettes increases the risk of a variety of diseases. Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images Research has found that smoking can increase belly fat, regardless ...

Researchers are still investigating the link between smoking and hypothyroidism. Although smoking does appear to affect the thyroid, its exact nature remains controversial. Experts believe smoking can ...

Andrew Lee has previously received research funding from the National Institute for Health Research. He is a member of the UK Faculty of Public Health and the Royal Society for Public Health, and has ...

Gen Z — largely comprised of middle- and high-school students — reported the lowest smoking rates on record in 2024, according to CDC and FDA data, but that trend may be in jeopardy. "Overall, the ...