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What to Expect When You Are Quitting

What to Expect When You Are Quitting

Have realistic expectations - quitting isn't easy, but it's not impossible either. Understand that withdrawal symptoms are TEMPORARY. They usually last only 1-2 weeks. More
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Facing Up to Smoking
Your doctor or family may have told you to stop smoking, but only you can decide if and when you're ready to quit.
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Planning Your Quit Strategy
Once you decide to quit, the next step is to come up with a stop-smoking plan that's right for you.
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Taking the Big Step
You have lots of options to choose from to help you quit, from nicotine replacement therapy to smoking cessation programs.
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Staying Smoke-Free
You've passed the first hurdle: You've quit. The next challenge is to resist the temptation to fall back into old habits.
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Teens and Smoking
Talk to your teen about the risks of smoking. If you smoke, be a good example and quit.
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Smoking During Pregnancy
Tobacco smoke harms your developing baby. No matter how far along you are, it's never too late to quit.
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Cost of Smoking Calculator
There isn't much good that can be said about smoking. It's bad for your health and the health of those around you. Now, on a positive note, do you know how much money you can save if you quit smoking today?
 
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