With the world in the grip of a health crisis, the likes of which it has never experienced before, Dr. Mark Hochberg MD believes that it is now more important than ever to focus on one’s health.
The novel coronavirus weakens the respiratory and cardiovascular systems of the body. People who are most at risk of severe conditions brought about by the virus are those aged 60 and above, with compromised immune systems, and underlying lung and heart conditions. Studies have also found that heavy alcohol drinking and smoking also play a huge role in the progression of coronavirus disease or COVID-19.
Health experts everywhere are urging smokers to quit the habit before it’s too late. Not only will they lower their chances of experiencing severe symptoms, but they’ll also lead a better life moving forward.
When a smoker quits the habit, their lungs start to repair themselves almost immediately. In fact, it doesn’t matter what age a person stops smoking or how long they’ve been smoking, quitting will always result in exponentially better health.
Aside from the reparation and strengthening of the lungs, the carbon monoxide leaves the bloodstream, allowing for more oxygen to enter. This makes for better breathing and blood circulation and more oxygen, especially to the heart and brain.
For these and many more reasons, Dr. Mark Hochberg MD echoes what other health experts say, and urges everyone to stop smoking before it’s too late.
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