11/13/2025
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Understanding The Effects Of Drugs On Life Expectancy 👇
Over time, repeated drug use takes a heavy toll on the body. It weakens the cardiovascular system, increasing the risk of heart attacks, stroke, and high blood pressure. The respiratory system also suffers, especially from smoking or inhaling substances, leading to chronic issues like bronchitis and emphysema.
Drugs accelerate aging. Organs such as the liver, kidneys, and brain degrade more rapidly due to constant chemical stress. This degradation makes chronic illnesses more likely and less survivable. Regular exposure also raises the risk of overdose, which remains one of the most immediate and deadly consequences of drug misuse.
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Drug misuse can do more than damage your body or mind; it can also shorten your life drastically. Understanding how different substances affect longevity enables you to make informed, potentially life-saving decisions. In this article, you’ll learn how the drugs' impact on life expectancy manifest...