A study published in the journal NEJM Evidence has found that quitting smoking before the age of 40 could help smokers achieve a life expectancy similar to that of non-smokers. Researchers from the University of Toronto followed 1.5 million adults from the U.S., UK, Canada, and Norway for 15 years and found that individuals who quit smoking- even as late as mid-life- can reduce their risk of death and increase their life expectancy. The study emphasizes that it’s never too late to quit smoking, as the benefits of quitting can be noticed within just a few years and can significantly reduce the risk of overall mortality and various diseases. The researchers hope that their findings will encourage governments to intensify their efforts to support people who want to stop smoking.
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Smokers Who Quit Before Age 40 Have Similar Life-Expectancy Of Non-smokers: Study
