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The Association Between Smoking Behavior and the Risk of Hypertension: Review of the Observational and Genetic Evidence
Introduction Background and Significance Hypertension (HTN) is a widespread disorder, and its prevalence has increased significantly over the past decades.1 HTN is a silent, yet frequently disregarded threat to global health. It serves as a primary risk …