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David Kaufman, M.D.

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posted 06/03/2008, comments (2)

Why Quitting Smoking is Hard to Do

I attended a conference the other day given by Dr. David L. Katz, a well-known primary care doctor who regularly works with Oprah, ABC news, as well as other major news organizations (www.davidkatzmd.com). He is well known for his advice on helping people lose weight by identifying which elements of their lifestyles need change to encourage... Read more Chevron

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Carol Southard

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posted 05/27/2008, comments (4)

Dispelling the Myths about Nicotine and Nicotine Replacement Therapy

Many smokers have misperceptions about nicotine, which often result in not using evidence-based treatments when quitting. Misperceptions about nicotine are often derived from how the harmful effects of tobacco are presented in cessation materials. The following are key points to keep in mind when considering the use of Nicotine... Read more Chevron

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David Kaufman, M.D.

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posted 05/19/2008, comment (1)

New Research: 10 More Reasons to Stop Smoking

I am currently at the annual congress of the American Thoracic Society, the largest international professional society dedicated to respiratory science and medicine. The Society’s motto is “we help the world breathe,” and the congress consists of 6 days of lectures, presentations and meetings all dedicated to improving lung... Read more Chevron

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Jane M. Martin

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posted 05/05/2008, comments (2)

Take Control of Asthma: How one young athlete took back her life – and her sport, part II

Taken from the story, A Winning Season Breathe Better, Live in Wellness: Winning your Battle Over Shortness of Breath ©Copyright Jane M. Martin. Infinity Publishing, 2003 Jennifer Smith, a college student and award-winning tennis player who has asthma, shared her story at our annual asthma education event. Here is the... Read more Chevron

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Carol Southard

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posted 05/01/2008, comments (0)

Clinton takes firm stance on smoking cessation in election 2008

The existing smoking prevalence has not significantly decreased in this country since 2004, demonstrating a stall in the previous seven-year decline. That so many are still smoking given the known dangers and the efficacious treatments available is a testament to the power of tobacco addiction and a strong signal that tobacco cessation... Read more Chevron

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