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QUITTING facts


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Your risk of cancer of the esophagus is reduced by 50% within 5 years of quitting.

Source:  Orleans C., and Slade J. (Eds.) (1993) Health Implications of Tobacco Addiction. Nicotine Addiction: Principles and Management. Oxford University Press: New York, NY.


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Q: Do I face fewer health risks as a cigar smoker? answer
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Since nearly 25% of adult smokeless tobacco users also smoke cigarettes, their risks of developing cancer is higher.
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photoIt gets easier and easier with time. Just don't ever give in to that urge to try 'just one'. You know you can't!!
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