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CDC Vital Signs links science, policy, and communications with the intent of communicating a call-to-action for the public. CDC Vital Signs provides the most recent, comprehensive data on key indicators of important health topics.

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Quitting smoking is a critical step toward diabetes control. It is not known whether smoking rates in adults with diabetes are similar to rates among adults who do not have the disease or whether people with diabetes have increased motivation to quit.

Higher prevalence of smoking among depressed patients, as well as the risk of depression in smokers, is well documented. The proportion of patients with a history of depression among those seeking intensive treatment of tobacco dependence is also high.

Links to cessation guides, quitline resources, and case studies with comprehensive treatment options.

This guide addresses the effectiveness of community-based interventions for three strategies to promote tobacco use prevention and control.

These brochures will educate those who care for children on the health dangers of secondhand smoke (SHS). The goal is to deliver culturally relevant information to various populations that will motivate them to reduce SHS exposure to children by making their homes and cars smoke-free.

Are you one of the more than 70% of smokers who want to quit? Then try following this advice.

Quitting smoking has immediate as well as long-term benefits, reducing risks for diseases caused by smoking and improving health in general. This section provides resources such as, quit tips, quit plans, and educational materials that support your effort to quit smoking.

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