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Recent Smoking & Tobacco Articles

Americans Gaining Awareness of COPD: Survey
Yet half of those with lung disease symptoms remain undiagnosed, experts say

Switch to ’Light’ Cigarettes Makes Quitting Tougher
Smokers may mistakenly believe they're 'healthier,' researchers say

Nicotine Patch Plus Lozenge Best for Quitting Smoking
This combo wins out in first head-to-head study of various smoking-cessation aids

Even Light Smoking Affects Young Adults’ Arteries
Damage makes it harder to run and climb steps, researcher says

Fitness Fades Fast After 45
But healthy habits can stave off the inevitable declines, research finds

Is Smoking Tougher on Women?
Research suggests they're more susceptible to dangers of tobacco

Smoking Keeps Its Grip on Urban Poor
Misconceptions, marketing are boosting rates to double the national average, researchers say

Smoking Bans Good for Non-Smokers’ Hearts: Study
Report could get more states to pass laws to curtail secondhand smoke, experts say

Smoking Bans Reduce Heart Attacks: Study
Report could get more states to pass laws to curtail secondhand smoke, experts say

Phone Counseling Helps Teens Quit Smoking
Personalized, motivational calls succeeded in study of high school students