Smoking Cessation and Continued Risk in Cancer Patients
Psychosocial and Palliative Care Program
Introduction
This patient summary on smoking cessation and continued risk in cancer patients
is adapted from a summary written for health professionals by cancer experts.
This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screening,
prevention, supportive care, and ongoing clinical trials is available from the
National Cancer Institute. This brief summary describes smoking and the risks
that continued smoking have on cancer patients.