Plus, older smokers are more likely to smoke high nicotine brands. You may be surprised to learn that older smokers are actually more likely to succeed at quitting smoking. Older smokers who stop want to avoid further health problems, take control of their life, get rid of the smell of cigarettes, and save money. One out of five adults aged 50 or older smokes cigarettes. About 25 percent of the general U.S. population still smokes.
Smoking greatly increases the risk of dying from diseases like emphysema and bronchitis.
Since you already know so much about the effects of smoking on older adults, share this information with your family and friends. Ask your doctor or nurse for more information. Then, talk to your doctor or nurse soon about the benefits of stopping smoking. This quiz was brought to you by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Let's give credit where it's due.