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Can Quitting Smoking Raise Your Diabetes Risk?

Smokers are at an increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes after they give up their cigarettes, according to a study published in the "Annals of Internal Medicine." Read More

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Cigarettes: Just One Can Be Harmful

According to a recent study presented at the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress, smoking just one cigarette stiffens the arteries of young adults by a staggering 25 percent. Read More

Diabetes and Cigarettes: A Troublesome Twosome

Want to Quit Smoking? Just Go Walking

The Digestive Dangers of Smokeless Tobacco

The Dangers of Smoking in Women

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U.S. says "drugged driving" growing threat

Wed, March 10, 2010

Motorists under the influence of drugs are a growing threat on U.S. roads, while the number who drink and drive has fallen... Read More

Smoking years key factor in lower Parkinson's risk

Wed, March 10, 2010

L.A. marijuana dispensary law challenged in court

Wed, March 3, 2010

US FDA panel to eye effects of menthol cigarettes

Mon, March 1, 2010

"Big Tobacco" still on the march, WHO warns

Fri, February 26, 2010

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Hospitals Implement Smoke-Free Campuses

A study looks at the number of U.S. hospitals that will be completely smoke-free by the end of the year.

Quitting Smoking Before Surgery Can Reduce the Risk for Complications

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Smoking Cessation Tip: Be Prepared for Withdrawal Symptoms

If a loved one is attempting to stop smoking, try not to take it personally if he or she is grumpy or short with you. Nicotine is a real addiction, so quitting may very well result in physical and emotional withdrawal symptoms.