It has been well documented that coronavirus is more likely to have a fatal impact upon those over 70, and those who have other medical conditions. Now it has been confirmed in a recent report by Scientific American, that “smoking or vaping may increase the risk of severe coronavirus infection". Speaking with Express.co.uk, immunologist Dr Jenna Macciochi advised: “if there was ever a time to quit smoking, then it is now.”

Smoking suppresses the immune function in the lungs and triggers inflammation.