Tuesday, February 3, 2009

The Alegent Health Podcast #19 - Smoking Cessation

For the first time in four decades, smoking rates have fallen below the 20-percent mark. Experts say this dramatic decrease is due to the higher cost of cigarettes, city-wide smoking bans along with education and medications that curb the urge to light up.

While great strides are being made, the reality is that smoking is still the leading cause of cancer deaths in the US. In this Alegent Health Podcast, hear expert advice on how we’re helping employees and the public kick the habit for good.


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