Thinking of quitting smoking? Here’s what happens inside your body when you stop losing weight.

Quitting smoking is one of the hardest things I have ever done, writes Kimberly McCreight.

Smoking is linked to 20% of cancer diagnoses, with 47% of cancer patients being former or current smokers. Quitting smoking at cancer diagnosis can improve treatment outcomes, reduce complications, ...

You probably know nixing cigarettes is good for your body. But it’s also good for your brain. Did you know that besides causing cancer, heart disease, and lung diseases, smoking can also harm your ...

Smoking cessation in advanced-stage cancer patients can extend life by about one year, highlighting its importance in cancer care. Innovative models like point-of-care tobacco treatment are ...

Share on Pinterest The CDC’s Office on Smoking and Health was eliminated by the HHS, which could limit access to valuable resources to help people quit smoking. MJimages/Getty Images The Department of ...

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) thickens and stiffens the left ventricle of your heart, which can limit blood pumping. HCM can also worsen atrial fibrillation risk and related blood clots. Smoking ...