Smoking habits can lead to health risks
Lauren Duffel
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Research shows just how much money Arizona smokers are spending on cigarettes. According to iSelect, smokers in Arizona spend more than $2,000 per year on cigarettes, with the average pack costing $10.69.
Cigarette smoking is the leading preventable cause of disease, death and disability in the United States, according to the CDC.
Dr. Karen Melara of Onvia Health said, “We have very strong evidence to suggest that smoking can lead to many devastating medical conditions. These medical conditions can be very severe, chronic, debilitating, and they really can represent a true decline in the patient’s quality of life.”
Between the financial cost of smoking and the serious health consequences, quitting can be one of the best choices a smoker can make. Free and effective resources for quitting smoking are available. Check out smokefree.gov for more information and support.