Smokers, it’s never too late to quit — and there may now be even more good reasons to do so.

Of all the parts of the body smoking can damage, the back doesn't seem like it would be one of them. Many smokers with lower back arthritis, however, may beg to differ. Smokers with this condition may not respond as well to treatment as nonsmokers.

Patients who have survived colorectal cancer have been through a lot. And they may go through more if they keep lighting up.

These days, tobacco and nicotine can take many forms. And many teens may be exploring these products.

Quitting smoking may benefit more than just the lungs of prostate cancer patients. It may improve the course of their treatment.

Teens may have a tendency to think they're bulletproof, but even an occasional cigarette can be harmful to their health.

One more entry on the list of reasons to quit smoking: quitting may help your body heal its wounds. Many doctors, however, may not be talking about this benefit with their patients who smoke.

Parents may breathe a little easier — fewer teens may be lighting up, getting high and binge drinking.

Electronic cigarettes, or e-cigs, may return a bit of independence to tobacco smokers who make the switch.

Traditional cigarette smoking has been dropping among US teens for years. But there might be a new trend to consider — e-cigarettes.