Most young teens pick up smoking as a way to show that they have become adults. Just like blackening the moustache, or applying makeup, they get into this habit to impress the opposite sex. Then it gets under the skin with no way to escape. It becomes a friend they cannot live without. They think that a puff helps them to get relief from stress and tension. Those who are in the habit of...

I do not smoke, never have, and admit to being one of those 'pain in the butts' (OK, bad pun!) that go on about the foul stench, and anti-social behaviour of smokers, especially in public places. You can imagine my joy when one of my local pubs recently banned smoking. Shortly after the ban had come into force I spotted a guy poised with cigarette in hand, and was about to get huffy and even...

As most everyone knows by now, smoking is linked to many serious health problems, like Lung Disease and Emphysema, both of which can be lethal. Many smokers have tried to quit smoking a number of times without success. Smoking is one of the most difficult addictions to quit. For those who cannot quit on their own, it is recommended that they seek medical help to stop smoking and overcome their...

The facts are clear. There is nothing worse you could do to adversely affect your health. Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death. Women are three times more likely to develop lung cancer then men. Cancer has now replaced heart disease as the number one killer of Americans aged 85 and younger. 1/3 of all cancer deaths are related to smoking. Although there has been a huge decrease in...

Ways and tip to stop smoking: Stop Smoking isn't just hard on your body - it is dangerous for anyone living or working around you. When you stop smoking, you'll typically see an overall improvement in your health. Sometimes, that is easier said than done, though. Many smokers have tried unsuccessfully to stop smoking in the past, but if you're really dedicated, you can try the following stop...