Just One Cigarette Can Take 20 Minutes off Your Life

For centuries, the use of tobacco and smoking has been a part of our culture and other cultures around the world. Even up until the mid 1960s, smoking cigarettes was allowed in nearly every public space; hospitals, school buildings, bars, and restaurants included. It wasn’t until the 1970s and ’80s that the health consequences became … Read more

Vaping May Impact This Key Health Stat as Much as Cigarettes, Study Shows

While many people believe e-cigarettes to be less harmful than cigarette smoking, new research from the University of Pennsylvania reports vaping may be just as detrimental to vascular function and overall health as regular cigarettes.  The study, which is being presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) next week, stated … Read more