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    SMOKING HARMS NEARLY EVERY ORGAN OF THE BODY

    Smoking harms nearly every organ of the body, causing many diseases and affecting the health of smokers in general. Quitting smoking has immediate as well as long-term benefits for you and your loved ones.

    Health Effects

    Information on diseases caused by tobacco use, such as cancer, heart disease, and respiratory diseases.

    Electronic Cigarettes

    Information on electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), their contents, and health effects.

    Menthol Tobacco Products

    Information on how they contribute to health disparities, how to prevent use, and help people quit.

    Heated Tobacco Products

    Information on heated tobacco products that come in many forms and heat actual tobacco leaves.

    Secondhand Smoke

    Information on secondhand smoke exposure, health effects, and smoke-free initiatives and resources.

    Youth Tobacco Prevention

    Find links to data, infographics, reports, national surveys, MMWRs, and other youth-related resources.

    Policy and Legislation

    Actions, highlights, and MMWRs regarding the regulation of tobacco sales, marketing, and use

    Related Resources

    Links to resources for healthcare providers as well as government, non-profits, and international resources.

    Last Reviewed: June 27, 2022
    Source: Office on Smoking and Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
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