Could Nicotine Help Stop Coronavirus?
Covid-19Common questionDoes Nicotine Help to Reduce the Risk of Covid-19? a Review of Studies by Public Health Experts Convened by Who on 29 April 2020 Found...
Common question
Does nicotine help to reduce the risk of COVID-19?
A review of studies by public health experts convened by WHO on 29 April 2020 found that smokers are more likely to develop severe disease with COVID-19, compared to non-smokers.
Am I at risk for serious complications from COVID-19 if I smoke cigarettes?
Yes. Data shows that when compared to never smokers, cigarette smoking increases the risk of more severe illness from COVID-19, which could result in hospitalization, the need for intensive care, or even death.
Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.
