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Tobacco Use and Pregnancy
Women report that they smoke for a variety of reasons, including: to organize social relationships, create an image, control emotions, and as a form of social support and control.
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Seniors and Tobacco
It’s Never Too Late to Quit!
Giving up smoking can be one of the most difficult, yet rewarding lifestyle changes to make. Many long-term smokers may have been smoking for decades, starting when it was fashionable and when people were less aware of the harmful effects smoking can have on their health.
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