Scientists from Manchester University say that smokers are four times more likely to go blind than non smokers as a result of age related macular degeneration.
The condition is the biggest cause of adult blindness, and the researchers say kicking the habit can slow down the onset of AMD, but few smokers know of the risk attached to cigarettes.
They are calling for a campaign to make smokers more aware of this particular danger to their health.
The findings of the research are published in the British Medical Journal.
Posted by James at March 8, 2004 12:32 AM