Quitting smoking: facts, advice and ways to boost your success


Quit smoking
4 shocking ways smoking affects your bodyRead on for more reasons to quit.
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7 unexpected side effects of smoking
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7 unexpected side effects of smoking

Cigarettes can affect your health and appearance in surprising ways.

Develop a quit smoking plan that really works
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Develop a quit smoking plan that really works

Robin Miller, MD, explains why your doctor should be part of your smoking cessation team.

Shocking smoking facts that will make you want to quit today
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Shocking smoking facts that will make you want to quit today

Smoking not only causes cancer and heart and lung disease, but it’s associated with stress, reproductive problems and more.

5 ways to overcome cigarette cravings
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5 ways to overcome cigarette cravings

Quitting is hard, but not impossible. Try these approaches to help reduce your cravings for a smoke.

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