The Link Between Smoking and Cognitive Decline

By now, you are likely aware of many of the well-established risks associated with smoking cigarettes, such as cancer, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and stroke. But did you know that research has discovered a link between smoking and cognitive decline?

This research emphasizes the importance of identifying and controlling modifiable risk factors for cognitive decline and dementia as early as possible while monitoring brain health to detect changes in brain function as early as possible.

Here is everything you need to know about smoking and cognitive decline, including a breakdown of the research and the best way to monitor brain health while controlling modifiable risk factors for dementia.