Cigarette smoking is associated with an increased rate of adverse health consequences. There is evidence that cigarette smokers are at an increased risk of dying from cardiovascular disease compared to non-smokers: the risk for all smokers dying from cardiovascular disease is increased by about 1,5 to 2,5 times and up to 3,5 times for heavy smokers.
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- What do I need to do to get a Healthy Heart Score?
- Why does smoking status form part of the Healthy Heart Score?
- Will vaping/electronic cigarettes/e-cigarettes, pipes, cigars and hubbly-bubbly be considered smoking?
- What is a Healthy Heart Score?
- How are you rewarded on Multiply Inspire and Inspire Plus for doing your health assessment?
- Why is my Healthy Heart Score important?