Stroke Risk Due to Smoking Characterized by Sex Differences in Japan: The Jichi Medical School Cohort Study

Globally, smoking is a serious health problem, with detrimental effects caused by exposure to smoke. Although smoking is an avoidable risk factor, it accounts for approximately 8 million deaths annually,1 and can reduce life expectancy by 10 years.2 In Japan, the average smoking prevalence has been declining year by year, with a male smoking prevalence of 27.1% and a female smoking prevalence of 7.6% in 2019.3 However, smoking prevalence remains high in middle age, and smoking cessation is a goal that has not yet been achieved.
Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - Category: Neurology Authors: Source Type: research