Smoking is a habit and like all habits, it's hard to quit. Doctors share their personal experiences with quitting and what ...

Quitting smoking at any age can slow cognitive decline and protect brain health. A new Lancet study highlights quitting can ...

The rate of smoking cigarettes has steadily declined since the 1960s – when Congress required warnings on cigarette boxes.

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Quitting smoking often leads to weight gain due to a combination of decreased metabolism and increased eating. The metabolic boost from nicotine accounts for 31% of weight gain, while increased eating ...