Smoking Cessation
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Smoking: How & why do we start?
If we know tobacco is bad, why do we smoke? One reason we smoke is that some of our peers smoke... more
Smoking: Helping a loved one quit
Quitting isn’t easy, so don’t criticize if someone you love relapses If someone you know is trying to quit smoking, there’s... more
Quit with 5-step strategy
Changing your routine and keeping away from certain triggers can help you avoid cravings Quitting smoking is tough, but getting... more
Quit with nicotine replacement therapy (NRT)
Very few smokers can quit cold turkey because of the physical and emotional pain of withdrawal. Cigarettes are made with... more
Quit with support from others
Have a coping strategy in place for tough occasions On those occasions when a smoker can’t sidestep temptation, it’s critical to... more
Quit with text messaging
Kick ash with a cell phone Anytime you want a Marlboro, reach for your Motorola instead. Researchers at the U of... more
Second hand smoke is hard on those nearby
Think about others We already know that second hand smoke hurts others in an enclosed area. A new study shows that... more
Smoking is hazardous to your health
Smokers start for the pleasure of it. Unfortunately, there are many ways that smoking is hazardous to your health.” According to... more