Smoking cessation improves health status of patients with chronic diseases: evidence from a longitudinal study of older adults in China.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Smoking is a well-documented risk factor for numerous chronic diseases, and cessation is correlated with enhanced health outcomes. Nonetheless, the precise effects of smoking cessation on the health status of older adults with chronic conditions in China have not been thoroughly quantified.

Objective

This study aims to quantitatively assess the correlations between smoking cessation and enhancements in the health outcomes of elderly Chinese individuals with chronic diseases.

Method

This research drew upon data from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS). A cohort of 9914 participants was ultimately included in our analysis. Group comparisons and linear regression analyses were utilized. The investigation delved into health status scores

SUBMITTER: Zhu H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11895389 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature