Because of smoking's negative impact on public health, there are quite a few organizations working to help reduce the number of smokers, and some spend millions -- or even hundreds of millions -- to do so. So who spends the most? See more »

Teen smoking is a huge problem in the United States. But where is the issue the most severe and why? See more »

Whether they believe that tobacco has healing powers or they simply enjoy the calming feel of a cigarette, people have been smoking for many years. But when did humans first pick up the habit? See more »

There are countless health reasons to quit smoking. Learn about the various ways that smoking impacts your health to convince you once and for all why you should quit smoking. See more »

Begun in September 1995, Kick Butts Day has grown into an international observance of the health dangers of smoking. Learn how Kick Butts Day could help save millions of smokers' lives --including yours. See more »

Your lungs are complex organs that need to be well cared for, as little lung regeneration can occur. Learn more about whether your lungs can regenerate by reading this article. See more »

During the first hours and days, the urge to smoke can be enormous. Here, former smokers share the varied and ingenious tricks they used to conquer the urge to smoke. See more »

Most ex-smokers who start smoking again do so within the first 3 months after they quit. Learn how to keep from smoking again by planning ahead and devising some strategies to avoid relapse. See more »

Breaking an addiction such as smoking is not an easy task. Get tips on how to get ready to quit smoking and combine them with what you've learned from trying to quit in the past. See more »

Preparation for quitting smoking is key. These tips will help increase your chances of success as you begin the journey to quit smoking. See more »