http://www.becomeanex.org
A new way to think about quitting...
EX is a whole new way to think about quitting smoking - it's about re-learning life without cigarettes. We can help you learn how to do everything you currently do with a cigarette, but without one.
The free EX plan is based on personal experiences from ex-smokers, as well as the latest scientific research from the experts at Mayo Clinic. Whether this is your first try or your 10th, this plan can help you quit smoking.
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Our Three-Step Plan
The EX plan teaches you how to re-learn life without cigarettes in 3 steps - all geared to help make the seemingly impossible possible.
re-learn Habit.
Learn what makes you want to smoke and how to deal with them without smoking.
re-learn Addiction.
Learn the true power of nicotine on your body and brain and how to fight it.
re-learn Support.
Learn how your friends and family can help you quit even if that means just giving you some space.
Visit the EX Community.
The EX online community is the place to connect with other smokers trying to quit, read blog entries from people like Dr. Richard Hurt - a quit smoking expert at Mayo Clinic - and see how others are re-learning their lives without cigarettes.
Set a Quit Date.
Good news. Your quit date shouldn't be today. Taking the time to PREPARE before you throw that last pack away can increase your chances of successfully quitting. This section will give you all the tools you need to get ready for your quit date and for becoming an EX for good.
Sign Up
Signing up is the first step to becoming an EX. It's absolutely free and takes only a few minutes. By signing up, you can track your progress as you re-learn life without cigarettes, plus have access to all the resources and support you need to become an EX.
Stay An EX.
Once you re-learn life without cigarettes and become an EX, it still takes work to remain an EX. In this section, you'll learn new ways to deal with stress and other big triggers, how to be mindful of the places and things you need to be careful around and additional resources that can help you stay an EX for good.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Friday, November 6, 2009
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a serious lung disease that over time makes it hard to breathe.
COPD — emphysema, chronic bronchitis or both — can cause long-term disability and death. It is often not found until the disease is very advanced because people do not know the early warning signs. A late diagnosis can limit treatment options.
How serious is COPD?
More than 12 million people in the U.S. have COPD.
Another 12 million people may have impaired lung function, not diagnosed as COPD.
COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. and more women than men die from the disease. Smoking is the major cause of COPD.
The good news is that COPD can be diagnosed early and there are effective treatments to help manage the disease. Please be sure to speak with your healthcare provider if you’re at risk, and remember, we’re here to help.
The American Lung Association offers information about COPD, lung cancer and other lung diseases at www.LungUSA.org. You'll also find support and help with treatment decisions if you've been diagnosed.
You can also call our Lung HelpLine at 800-LUNG-USA (800-586-4872) to speak with a registered nurse or respiratory therapist. Learning about COPD and knowing your options can help you feel more in control.
COPD — emphysema, chronic bronchitis or both — can cause long-term disability and death. It is often not found until the disease is very advanced because people do not know the early warning signs. A late diagnosis can limit treatment options.
How serious is COPD?
More than 12 million people in the U.S. have COPD.
Another 12 million people may have impaired lung function, not diagnosed as COPD.
COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. and more women than men die from the disease. Smoking is the major cause of COPD.
The good news is that COPD can be diagnosed early and there are effective treatments to help manage the disease. Please be sure to speak with your healthcare provider if you’re at risk, and remember, we’re here to help.
The American Lung Association offers information about COPD, lung cancer and other lung diseases at www.LungUSA.org. You'll also find support and help with treatment decisions if you've been diagnosed.
You can also call our Lung HelpLine at 800-LUNG-USA (800-586-4872) to speak with a registered nurse or respiratory therapist. Learning about COPD and knowing your options can help you feel more in control.
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Pfizer (makes Chantix) to pay record $2.3B penalty for drug promos
Pfizer to pay record $2.3B penalty for drug promos
Repeat offender Pfizer paying record $2.3B settlement for illegal drug promotions
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Federal prosecutors hit Pfizer Inc. with a record-breaking $2.3 billion in fines Wednesday and called the world's largest drugmaker a repeating corporate cheat for illegal drug promotions that plied doctors with free golf, massages, and resort junkets.
By Associated Press Writer
Repeat offender Pfizer paying record $2.3B settlement for illegal drug promotions
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Federal prosecutors hit Pfizer Inc. with a record-breaking $2.3 billion in fines Wednesday and called the world's largest drugmaker a repeating corporate cheat for illegal drug promotions that plied doctors with free golf, massages, and resort junkets.
By Associated Press Writer
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
have you seen the new ads for Chantix by Pfizer
have you seen the new ads for Chantix by Pfizer ?
these new ads are very simple, almost like a powerpoint slide presentation. I only hear the word Chantix once thru the entire ad. I think these ads will be very effetive in getting people to quit smoking with this pfizer product.
at the end they point to thier web site mytimetoquit.com
these new ads are very simple, almost like a powerpoint slide presentation. I only hear the word Chantix once thru the entire ad. I think these ads will be very effetive in getting people to quit smoking with this pfizer product.
at the end they point to thier web site mytimetoquit.com
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