February 10, 2012: Smoking May Up Cancer Risk in Barrett's Esophagus Patients
Study suggests that only quitting, not cutting back, might lower threat

February 07, 2012: Quitting Smoking May Halve Risk of Oral Health Problems
Smokers four times more likely to develop oral conditions, such as mouth cancers, gum disease, study finds

February 06, 2012: Fewer Teens Exposed to Tobacco Smoke in Cars: Report
But researchers add that too many are still breathing in secondhand smoke while in vehicles

January 30, 2012: Blood Pressure Differences Between Arms Could Signal Heart Risk
Peripheral vascular disease may lead to stroke or early death, researchers say

January 19, 2012: Poorer Folks May Find It Harder to Quit Smoking
Financial and social status seems to affect treatment success, study finds

January 13, 2012: At More U.S. Workplaces, Smokers Need Not Apply
Experts weigh in as another large health care provider decides to hire nonsmokers only

January 09, 2012: Could Nicotine Patches Help Stave Off Memory Loss?
Older people with mild cognitive impairment saw improvements while using them, researchers report

January 09, 2012: Nicotine Patches, Gums Won't Help Smokers Quit Long-Term: Study
Researchers say finding underscores real-world challenges facing those looking to quit

December 30, 2011: Health Care Reform Battle Tops Health News for 2011
Debates over cellphone safety, cigarette-pack images also grabbed headlines

December 27, 2011: Health Tip: Choose Your Day to Quit Smoking
Suggestions to help you stop

December 21, 2011: 40 Years On, the Triumphs and Challenges of America's 'War on Cancer'
In many cases, what was a death sentence is now a manageable condition, although roadblocks remain

December 16, 2011: Life After Cigarettes Is Happier: Study
Three years later, quitters report less stress, better mood compared to smokers

December 15, 2011: Smoking Linked to Skin Cancer in Women
Non-melanoma malignancies twice as likely after 20 years of tobacco use, study finds

December 14, 2011: Electronic Cigarette Makers Must Prove Safety of Products: Report
Institute of Medicine details testing that should be done to back any claims of reduced disease risk

December 07, 2011: Some States Make Stopping Smoking Easier Than Others
Maine, North Dakota are quit-friendly; Georgia is not, lung experts say

December 05, 2011: Health Tip: The Risks of Smoking While Pregnant
Your baby can suffer serious complications

December 02, 2011: Lung Cancer's Hidden Victims: Those Who Never Smoked
More than 32,000 Americans who never lit up will die each year, with women at higher risk, experts say

December 02, 2011: Genes May Make Quitting Tougher for Smokers
Your particular DNA may explain why you can't break the habit, study suggests

November 28, 2011: Patches, Counseling, Persistence Can Help Smokers Quit
'Keep working at it' could be key to success, studies suggest

November 22, 2011: College Students Smoke When They Party, Drink and Work
Prevention programs should target students when they are most likely to smoke, researchers say

November 17, 2011: Smokeout Day: The Best Ways to Quit
Counseling plus medicine works better than going cold turkey, experts advise

November 11, 2011: Negative Anti-Smoking Ads Turn Off Anxious Viewers
Neurotic smokers more likely to avoid messages about health threats, study says

November 10, 2011: Most Smokers Want to Quit, CDC Report Finds
Drugs and counseling can double, triple odds of success, experts say

November 08, 2011: Public Smoking Bans May Spill Over to Households
Total tobacco bans in workplaces, restaurants linked to more smoke-free homes

November 07, 2011: Judge Blocks FDA Plan for Graphic Cigarette Warnings
Images of diseased body parts are designed to be part of packaging

October 27, 2011: Too Much Drinking May Raise Lung Cancer Risk: Study
Research also found extra pounds, black tea and fruit might all shield against the disease

October 18, 2011: Smoking's Effect on Lungs Similar to Cystic Fibrosis: Study
Some of the same treatments might benefit smokers, cystic fibrosis patients, researchers say

October 06, 2011: National Study Will Track Tobacco Use in U.S.
Findings will guide FDA in creating programs, policies to eliminate smoking

October 03, 2011: Cheap Drug Helps Smokers Quit, Study Finds
Cytisine has been around for decades, but is not available in U.S.

September 29, 2011: 1 in 5 American Workers Still Smokes: CDC
Smoke-free workplaces and health insurance can help workers quit, experts say

September 19, 2011: Exercise Ups Kids' Quit-Smoking Success Rate
Approach much more successful than intervention alone, especially for boys, finds study

September 15, 2011: Lung Cancer Rates Begin to Decline for U.S. Women
CDC report also finds continued long-term drop in cases among men

September 06, 2011: Fewer U.S. Adults Smoking, CDC Says
But rate of decline has slowed to a crawl, report finds

September 06, 2011: Healthy Living Can Cut Chances of Developing Diabetes
Study finds risk can be reduced up to 80 percent, researchers say

August 26, 2011: Quitting Even Tougher When Smokers Battle Other Addictions
But counseling from doctors on ways to kick cigarettes is key, researchers say

August 18, 2011: Healthy Behaviors Will Help You Live Longer: CDC
Don't smoke, eat healthy meals, exercise regularly and limit alcohol, researchers say

August 18, 2011: Graphic Images on Cigarette Packs a Turn-Off for Smokers
In study, they were less likely to buy products emblazoned with gruesome photos

August 16, 2011: Bladder Cancer Risk Even Higher for Smokers Than Thought
Increase may be due to change in composition of cigarette smoke, researchers suggest

August 15, 2011: Menthol May Make It Tougher to Stop Smoking
Effect especially strong among blacks, Puerto Ricans, study finds

August 11, 2011: Women May Face Greater Heart Risk From Smoking Than Men
Researchers say biological differences may explain 25% higher risk compared to male smokers.

August 10, 2011: Elderly Lung Cancer Patients Can Gain From Two-Drug Chemo: Study
Finding runs counter to expert recommendations against use of the therapy by those over 70

August 10, 2011: Pumping Iron Helps Smokers Quit Without Weight Gain: Study
Those who lifted weights regularly were twice as likely to kick the habit, researchers found

August 05, 2011: Smokers Mistakenly Believe Vitamins Protect Them From Cancer
Taking multivitamins may encourage some to smoke more because they're less worried about the harmful effects of cigarettes

August 03, 2011: Smoking Withdrawal Shows Up in Brain Mood Centers
Imaging study may help explain why some heavy smokers who quit become depressed

August 01, 2011: New Guidelines for Spotting, Treating COPD Released
Their release highlights the growing prevalence of the breathing disease, experts say

August 01, 2011: Smoking, Diabetes, Obesity May Shrink Your Brain
Study adds to evidence that good living preserves mental abilities

July 19, 2011: Lifestyle Changes Might Prevent Millions of Cases of Alzheimer's
Study says that even a 25% drop in factors like obesity, smoking could cut 500,000 U.S. cases

July 15, 2011: Cigarette Tax Unlikely to Deter Some Smokers: Report
Higher prices do not keep wealthier smokers, middle-aged from lighting up, research shows

July 14, 2011: Less Lighting Up in Movies Aimed at Kids
For fifth straight year, fewer characters are smoking in youth-oriented films, study finds

July 08, 2011: Men Who Smoke at Lower Risk of Joint Replacement: Study
Extra pounds, vigorous exercise linked to severe knee, hip problems, research also indicates