Blog Posts in Category: Quit Today
October 13, 2016
It Could Start, One Wildcat At a Time Can’t think of a reason to not answer the friend who asks you to smoke? Although UNH has not added itself to the list of about 1,500 campuses across the United States that are completely tobacco-free, 9 out of 10 people on this campus don’t use tobacco. Being a tobacco-free campus comes with a plethora of benefits including cleaner air quality and healthier students, faculty, and staff. UNH is known for its beautiful scenery and crisp New England air. Why... Read More
September 27, 2016
Fast Facts About Tobacco Addiction Despite the fact that this month is almost over, September is Self-Improvement Month. “Self-improvement” can be anything from making small changes in your diet to working towards overcoming addiction. A tobacco addiction is one that many Americans struggle with. Here are some stats about the negative impact tobacco has on people: Tobacco accounts for ONE THIRD of all cancers. Due to second hand smoke, about 7,333 non-smoking Americans die of lung cancer... Read More
June 17, 2016
Important Facts About Tobacco Use Tobacco use, like cigarette smoking, is currently the leading cause of death in the United States that is considered to be preventable. In the U.S. the death rate is approximately 480,000 each year. Tobacco use is associated with innumerable health risks, such as coronary heart disease, stroke, lung cancer and lung diseases. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention states that “smoking harms nearly every organ of the body and affects a person’s overall... Read More
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