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Great American Smokeout--November 15th
October 26, 2012
November
15 is the Great American Smoke Out. This is a good time to quit smoking or get
ready to quit. The U.S. Surgeon General has stated, “Smoking cessation
represents the single most important step that smokers can take to enhance the
length and quality of their lives.” In addition, family members’ health is also
greatly improved. A child living in a smoke-free environment is less likely to
develop asthma, allergies, bronchitis, pneumonia, ear infections, lower
respiratory tract infections or die from sudden infant death syndrome.
Decreased exposure to secondhand smoke also leads to a lower risk of heart
disease and lung cancer for the nonsmoking adults in the family. Remember,
health benefits begin as soon as 20 minutes after quitting.
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