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

CDC’s Graphs of the Year: Nightmare bacteria spread and 100,000 smokers likely quit with Tips

From 2010 through 2012, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene engaged in multiple smoke-free-air activities in collaboration with community, institution, and government partners. These included implementing a law prohibiting smoking in all parks and beaches as well as working to increase compliance with existing Smoke-free Air Act provisions.

CDC’s 2013 National Tobacco Education Campaign - Tips From Former Smokers - features real people who are living with the complications of smoking-related diseases. This campaign encourages smokers to quit.

Population-based studies have reported high rates of smoking prevalence among Chinese and Vietnamese American men. Although nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) is effective, recommended, and accessible without prescription, these populations underuse NRT for smoking cessation. The aim of this study was to assess understanding and use of NRT and nonpharmacologic treatments among Chinese and Vietnamese American male smokers and their families.

Abbreviation: GED = general equivalency diploma.

* Based on responses to a question that asked, "Have you smoked at least 100 cigarettes in your entire life?" Respondents answering "yes" were then asked, "Do you now smoke cigarettes every day, some days, or not at all?" Current smokers have smoked at least 100 cigarettes in their lifetime and currently smoke every day or some days.