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Carol Southard

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posted 07/24/2008, comments (0)

Michael Bloomberg and Bill Gates to Fund Global Tobacco Control Plan

Bill Gates and Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg are to be congratulated on joining forces in funding such comprehensive tobacco control efforts in areas of the world with the largest percentage of smokers. Even though most research on smoke-free policies has been conducted in more affluent countries that have already implemented tobacco control... Read more Chevron

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posted 07/23/2008, comments (0)

Bill Gates and Michael Bloomberg to Conquer World of Smokers - Stay Tuned!

If you can't stop smoking by your own volition, maybe Bill Gates and Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg can give you a little push (by way of $500 MILLION). The dynamo duo announced today that they will spend $500 million to stop people around the world from smoking, the New York Times reported. Mr. Bloomberg's foundation, the... Read more Chevron

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Anne Mitchell

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posted 07/22/2008, comments (0)

Smoking and Alcoholism: How to Fight Multiple Addictions, Part II

In my previous post, Smoking and Alcoholism - How to Fight Multiple Addictions, I mentioned there are reports that indicate smoking may interfere with recovery for those who are trying to quit drinking. But do we really need to address all our addictions at once in order to be successful?In one study reported in the Oxford Journals,... Read more Chevron

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as.im.aging

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Been smoking for 38 yrs. and really wish to stop

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posted 07/22/2008, comments (2)

Any chance ?

Hi - I am new to this site, but not Health Central .. as a subscriber to the MS & Chronic Pain sites , it is time to kick this habit that has been plagueing me for years .. There just doesn't seem to be a "right" time .. and I have quit before , yet it is harder now ... as I do have anxiety and other issues that tend to signal... Read more Chevron

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posted 07/21/2008, comment (1)

A Dose of Conversation Online

I’m thrilled to share the good news -- today’s Washington Post ran a feature story about HealthCentral’s StopSmokingConnection.com and its sister sites’ unique approach to helping people with their health needs online. Called “Seeking a Cure, Patients Find a Dose of Conversation Online,” the story features... Read more Chevron

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