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An anti-smoking campaign featuring graphic, shocking images causes a dramatic upsurge in smokers seeking help. MORE
By Will Godfrey
According to a new government report, an epidemic of prescription painkiller abuse is causing more fatalities than heroin and cocaine combined. MORE
Current US alcohol taxes don't come anywhere close to covering the more than $220 billion a year that excessive drinking costs the nation, says a new CDC study. MORE
In a silver-lining effect, the tough economy could be responsible for a slump in drunk driving in recent years. MORE
Drugs are now out-killing cars nationwide, but illegal substances aren't the chief culprits. MORE
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