Why is smoking a problem?
Smoking greatly increases the risk of heart disease, particularly after a heart attack. Smoking increases the risk of heart disease by 100%. After a cardiac event, smokers face an increased risk of 50% of having a fatal heart attack within the next year. There is also increased risk of heart rhythm disturbances among smokers. Passive (or "second-hand") smoke at home and in the workplace also increases the risk of heart disease for those affected.

For more information about smoking and heart health, click on the links below:
National Library of Medicine - English
National Library of Medicine - Español
WebMD

How can New Heart help me quit smoking?

• We periodically offer smoking cessation classes.
• We are developing individual smoking cessation counseling.