The Risk of Stroke for Young Women Who Smoke

Study findings published in the August 15 issue of the American Heart Association's journal Stroke indicate that the risk of stroke for young women who smoke is directly related to the number of cigarettes they smoke.

When compared to nonsmokers, the risk of stroke was:

• 2.2 times greater for women smoking one to 10 cigarettes a day
• 4.3 times greater for those smoking 21 to 39 cigarettes a day
• 9.1 times greater for those smoking two packs a day or more.

The study also found that women who quit smoking reduced the threat of stroke in as little as 30 days following cessation, with stroke risk returning to that of nonsmokers after approximately two years.

Stroke Risk in Women Smokers Goes Up by Each Cigarette - HealthDay News

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