by Marlena Parson, PMHNP-BC, Duke Smoking Cessation Program It's a well-known fact that quitting smoking can greatly improve health...

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by Rachael Joyner, DNP, FNP-BC, APRN World Heart Day, 2023 (Image courtesy World Heart Federation) Cardiovascular disease is the top cause of death worldwide. September 29th is World Heart Day , a global day of awareness and call to action against a disease that kills more than 20.5 million people per year. Quitting smoking is the single most preventable cause of heart disease and an important public health target. Back in February, we did a blog post on the impact of smokin