Tag Archive: chest pain from smoking

September 30, 2025
How Smoking Impacts Arteries and Increases Vascular Risk
Every cigarette does more than damage your lungs, it directly harms your arteries and puts your entire vascular system at risk. Smoking is one of the leading causes of artery damage, making conditions like peripheral artery disease (PAD), atherosclerosis, and even stroke far more likely. The chemicals in tobacco smoke trigger inflammation, cause plaque to […]