The hidden dangers of smoking

Smoking damages the cardiovascular system, increasing the risk of heart disease, heart attacks, and strokes

Smoking is linked to various types of cancer, including throat, mouth, esophagus, stomach, pancreas, kidney, bladder, and cervical cancers

Smoking accelerates bone loss, leading to osteoporosis, fractures, and osteopenia, particularly in women

Smoking causes premature aging, including wrinkles, age spots, and a weakened skin structure

Smoking increases the risk of cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration, leading to vision loss and blindness

Smoking damages gums and teeth, leading to gum disease, tooth decay, and tooth loss

Smoking affects fertility in both men and women and increases the risk of pregnancy complications, including miscarriage and stillbirth

Smoking is linked to cognitive decline, including dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and memory loss

Smoking weakens the immune system, making smokers more susceptible to infections, including pneumonia and influenza

Smoking reduces life expectancy by an average of 10-15 years, with approximately 480,000 deaths annually in the US alone