Quitting any habit is difficult, and smoking is no exception! Start the summer season off on the right foot by integrating these 13 tips for your smoke-free program. Find your reason Establish the personal why behind your reason for quitting in the first place, and don’t lose … [Read more...] about 13 strategies to help you kick your smoking habit
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New Zealand’s new law prevents tobacco addiction in future generations
According to New Zealand’s Ministry of Health, between 4,000 and 5,000 people die every year in the country from smoking-related illnesses. Even though there’s been a significant decrease in the country’s adult smoking population (down to 13.4 percent of the population from … [Read more...] about New Zealand’s new law prevents tobacco addiction in future generations
What happens when you quit smoking?
Smoking rates are on the decline with more people becoming aware of its damaging health effects, but breaking the cycle of addiction can be difficult and daunting. We wanted to shed some light on the facts behind the humongous health benefits of quitting, hopefully giving you the … [Read more...] about What happens when you quit smoking?
San Francisco votes to ban cigarette smoking in apartments
Big cities can have some strange odors, but one thing you won’t smell anymore if you live in a San Francisco apartment building is tobacco smoke. Last week, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors voted 10-1 to outlaw tobacco smoking in the city’s apartments. The ban applies … [Read more...] about San Francisco votes to ban cigarette smoking in apartments
Group therapy helps people in prison part ways with cigarettes
People who are incarcerated in American prisons smoke cigarettes and use other tobacco products at disproportionately higher rates than the general adult population, which can be attributed to behavioral health conditions and mental health symptoms. Inmates likely use tobacco … [Read more...] about Group therapy helps people in prison part ways with cigarettes