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Smoking is the leading preventable cause of premature death in Canada. The effects of smoking on healthy aging are well documented. Aside from its well-known association with lung cancer, heart disease and stroke, cigarette smoking can cause medications to be less effective. Learn more below about the effects of smoking - as well as evidence-based information about how to stop smoking.
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Need support quitting smoking? Check your mailbox!
You don’t need to go “quitting” alone! Support exists for people who smoke, and one way to receive it is through the mail. -
Incentives for quitting smoking: Where does the evidence stand?
Research investigates whether incentive-based programs that aim to help people quit smoking are effective in the long term. -
Seeing through the smoke: The impacts of quitting and quitting strategies in 3 populations
Do you smoke and live with coronary heart disease or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or are about to undergo surgery? Research shows the benefits of quitting and some effective strategies to help achieve success. -
Behavioural strategies for quitting smoking: What works?
Looking to quit smoking? Research identifies behavioural strategies that may be able to help you achieve your goal. -
New year, new me? Strategies to help achieve your New Year’s resolutions!
Research points to strategies that can help you quit smoking, exercise more, achieve a healthy weight, and improve your sleep. -
Smoking while living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease? Learn about strategies to help you quit!
Quitting smoking is one beneficial step that people living with COPD can take. Learn what strategies may help you quit. -
Living with coronary heart disease? Quitting smoking is key!
Helping your heart! Research shows that quitting smoking can have cardiovascular benefits for people with coronary heart disease. -
E-cigarettes for smoking cessation: What do we know?
Is it all smoke and mirrors, or are e-cigarettes safe and effective tools for smoking cessation? Research weighs in. -
4 Evidence-based benefits of seeking peer support
Can turning to our peers hold benefits for our health? You’ll be happy to know that research lends support to the use of this strategy. -
Kicking smoking to the curb: 3 evidence-based ways to aid you on your journey to becoming smoke-free
From cancer to heart disease, the hazards of smoking have long-been documented. Emerging evidence appears to suggest that there could also be a dangerous association between smoking and COVID-19. Consider becoming smoke-free for your overall health and well-being. These evidence-based strategies could help increase your chances of success! -
Time to quit: What’s the “call” on telephone support for smoking cessation?
Can telephone counselling help you quit smoking? There is some promise for ongoing counselling that sees a counsellor or other health care provider connect with you for additional support. -
Nip smoking in the ‘butt’! Find out which types of nicotine replacement therapy work best
Ready to quit smoking? Find out which forms of nicotine replacement therapy give you the best shot at 'butting' out for good. -
Quitting Time: Does nicotine replacement therapy work?
Looking to quit smoking and stay smoke-free? Nicotine replacement therapy may be the answer. -
Living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease? A new class of medications might help you breathe a little easier
Is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) taking your breath away? Research suggests that people with COPD may benefit from a new class of medications. -
Ready to quit smoking? Group therapy boosts your chances of success
Ready to quit smoking? Looking for help and support? Research supports the benefits of group therapy to kick the habit for good! -
5 tips to help you quit smoking for good
Tried to quit smoking in the past and failed? Try again! These five evidence-based strategies can help you kick the nicotine habit. -
Weeding out the truth: Cannabis-based medications for cancer patients
Cannabinoids are active chemicals found in cannabis (marijuana) that are approved for medical use. Research shows they may be a promising way to ease nausea and vomiting from cancer treatment. -
Scheduled for surgery? Quit smoking to reduce the risk of complications
Quitting smoking at least four weeks before surgery reduces risks and increases the chance of a successful surgery and a faster recovery.
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