The chemicals in cigarette smoke immediately trigger inflammation in blood vessels, causing the lining of arteries to become sticky and prone to accumulating plaque.

More than 7,000 chemicals are released when a cigarette is smoked, and many of them are directly toxic to the heart and blood vessels.

These chemicals, including benzaldehyde derivatives that are also used as flavorings in cigarettes, e-cigarettes, blocked activation of human MAIT cells by compounds produced by bacteria.

UC study finds children with traumatic experiences face higher risk of tobacco smoke exposure at home, raising concerns for ...

Tobacco companies modify their products with more than 7,000 chemicals, many of which are as addictive as heroin or cocaine. This chemical cocktail creates an addiction that is far from easy to ...

The preliminary guidance issued Friday by the Food and Drug Administration marks the first time tobacco makers will be required to report quantities of 20 chemicals associated with cancer, lung ...

How Does Smoking Lead to So Many Cancers? When you light up a cigarette, you ignite more than 7,000 chemicals, at least 69 of which are known to cause cancer. [5] ...

It’s no secret that smoking can damage your lungs. At least 93 of the more than 7,000 chemicals in cigarette smoke are harmful to humans.

Vaping tobacco products can still expose you to chemicals that affect hearing and potentially contribute to tinnitus. Electronic cigarettes, for example, are a type of vaping device that typically ...