Happy National Non-Smoking Awareness Week
Each new year brings a new list of resolutions – people wishing to make healthy changes and better choices. Statistics Canada reports fewer than 20% of Canadians identify as smokers and from 2001-11 the number of smokers decreased by six percent and the heaviest smokers have a reduced life expectancy by nine years, compared to non-smokers. CAMH has created a video outlining what works and doesn’t work for those looking to end their habit.
Should you require additional incentive to stop smoking, the International Agency for Research on Cancer lists the Reversal of Risk after Quitting Smoking. Toronto Public Library has books, DVDs and recommended websites on smoking cessation.
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