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Study: Quitting smoking reduces major cardiovascular events by almost half


Study: Quitting smoking reduces major cardiovascular events by almost half

According to a study presented today at the ESC 2024 Congress, patients with stable coronary heart disease who stopped smoking at any time after their diagnosis reduced their risk of a major event by almost 50%. In contrast, the impact on cardiovascular risk was minimal in patients who reduced their smoking habits. The international CLARIFY […]

Which cities in Ohio have the best and worst life expectancies?


Which cities in Ohio have the best and worst life expectancies?

Where Ohio residents live indicates their life expectancy. Life expectancy varies by zip code, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Across Ohio, life expectancy ranges from 60 years in a Columbus neighborhood to just over 89 years in a northeast Ohio city. In general, the life expectancy of Ohio residents […]