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Kick the Habit Before Brain Surgery
Any time is a great time to quit smoking. But quitting before having brain or spine surgery might be essential to a successful surgery and a healthy recovery.
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Combining Healthy Strategies
We know we are supposed to make healthy lifestyle choices. But how much of an effect do choices like diet, exercise and non-smoking really have on our lifespan?
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Quit Smoking Rx Helped Heavy Drinkers
A prescription used to help people quit smoking may also help people with alcohol dependence. The medication had side effects, but the benefits may outweigh the negatives.
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Smoking Hurts The Pancreas Too
Everyone knows that smoking can cause lung cancer. But there are many other less known ill effects being investigated, adding to the list of reasons to ditch the habit.
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When Babies Are Forced to Smoke
Some babies may be more likely than others to develop respiratory infections. This is especially true of babies prone to allergies. Secondhand smoke can make the situation worse.
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World No Tobacco Day
Anti smoking campaign goes worldwide to promote bans on tobacco advertising
Smoking Aids Do Help Quitting
Smoking cessation aids improved the odds of a person successfully quitting
Having “The Talk” with Teens
Substance use not broached by all parents even though many kids actually listen
Kids Seeing More Drinking in Movies
Alcohol brand placement in popular US films has increased over the years
Knowledge May Be The Key To Quitting
Heavy smoking found more in people that knew less about health and smoking hazards
Smoking Seeps Deep Into The Mouth
Smoking got in the way of oral bone regeneration after gum disease treatments
Kick-Off of National Quit Campaign
Smoking cessation efforts will be supercharged though medical community cooperation
There's No Smoking in Here
Smoking still allowed by too many people in their homes and cars
Next Gen Troubles from Smoking Moms
Gestational diabetes and obesity risks higher in women exposed to tobacco in utero
Smoke Makes Boozers Cloudy
Alcohol dependent smokers showed signs of aging on mental function tests
Many Teens Still Dipping
Smokeless tobacco use has remained steady among American teens for past decade
What’s Bad for Heart Is Bad for Brain
Cardiovascular disease risk factors such as smoking and obesity may decrease brain function
Tobacco Addiction Videos
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Heart Disease & Smoking
In the United States, about 20 percent of deaths from heart disease are directly related to cigarette smoking. Watch this to find out why.
The Real Cost of Smoking
If lung cancer isn't enough reason to stop smoking, then watch this video to see what it really costs you to smoke cigarettes. Smokers not only risk their health - they pay a lot of money for the privilege of doing so.
Your Quitting Plan
Wondering how to quit smoking? This video can help any smoker get ready to stop smoking cigarettes. Smart preparation is an important part of any plan for quitting smoking. Watch this video for some helpful tips.
Medications That Help You Quit
These days, there are lots of different ways to quit smoking. Your smoking cessation plan might include nicotine gum, the nicotine patch, hypnosis, acupuncture, or stop smoking pills. Watch this video to explore your options.
Alternative Therapies To Quit Smoking
Want to know how to quit smoking? The 'stop smoking pill,' also called Zyban or Wellbutrin, might help with your tobacco addiction. This video shows you how to get all of the benefits of quitting smoking with reduced withdrawal.
The Weight Gain Correlation
Quitting smoking can lead to weight gain - but it doesn't have to! If your fear of gaining weight has kept you from quitting smoking, then your days as a smoker are numbered. This video explains how to stop smoking without putting on weight.
Students and Smoking
Are you ready to quit smoking? If you're like 51 percent of college smokers, you only smoke cigarettes on a social basis, and don't consider it necessary to stop. Unfortunately, every puff bring you closer to a cancer diagnosis, or worse.
Butt Out!
Quitting smoking is a super smart professional decision - but intentions are easier than actions!
