June 6, 2024
June: Smoking & Tobacco Awareness Month
Did you know? Cigarette smoking is the #1 preventable cause of death in the United States, causing over 480,000 deaths annually. That’s nearly 1 in 5 deaths!
Smoking harms almost every organ in your body, increasing your risk for:
- Heart disease
- Stroke
- Lung cancer (including more deaths than breast cancer in women)
- COPD (emphysema and chronic bronchitis)
- Many other cancers
- Preterm birth, low birth weight, and SIDS
- Diabetes
- And more!
The good news? Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health, regardless of your age or how long you’ve smoked.
Ready to quit? Call today to schedule an appointment with a NEW Health provider. We are here to help you on your journey to a healthier you. 509-935-6004
Visit https://newhealth.org/our-providers/ to find the providers closest to you!
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