New study shows: Smoking damages the immune system in the long term - even years after quitting. As of: March 2, 2024, 5:50 a.m By: Fabian Hartmann CommentsPressSplit Smoking has a negative, lasting effect on theimmune system.
It is on a par with factors such as genetic disposition and age. The research group assumes that these effects will persist years after you stop smoking. And the best time to stop smoking is now, says an researcher.