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Bloomberg Wants Cigarettes Out of Sight

By Ben Feuerherd

NYC's mayor launches a new initiative to keep tobacco products out of store displays. MORE  

It's Worth Gaining Pounds to Quit Smoking

By Valerie Tejeda

Although weight gain after quitting increases risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease, it's still much healthier in the long run. MORE  

Anti-Smoking Icon Dies of Cancer

By Valerie Tejeda

Debi Austin, star of memorable "Voicebox" ad, has passed away at 62. MORE  

Morning Roundup: February 20, 2013

By The Fix staff

Overdose deaths rise for 11th straight year, female smokers at greater risk, and Kate Middleton visits center for recovering addicts. MORE  

Obesity Risks Could Outweigh Smoking

By Valerie Tejeda

Obesity is fast becoming the world's leading cause of avoidable and premature deaths. MORE  

Morning Roundup: February 1, 2013

By The Fix staff

New Hampshire may be next to go for legal pot, beer giants' merger may violate trust laws, and CSI: NY star is nabbed for DUI. MORE  

Women's Smoking Death Risk Has Soared

By Valerie Tejeda

Shockingly, female smokers are far likelier to die from their habit these days than they were in the 1960s. MORE  

Smoking Actually Doesn't Relieve Stress

By Valerie Tejeda

Smokers often see their habit as a way to cut their anxiety. Researchers say quitting does it better. MORE  

China's Women Constantly Inhale Smoke

By Valerie Tejeda

Exposure to secondhand smoke in China damages the health of this generation and the next. MORE  

Nicotine Addicts Struggle to Sleep

By Valerie Tejeda

The latest research suggests that lighting up keeps you up—and insomnia is linked to yet more health problems. MORE  

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A new study claims a soda habit can damage your chompers as badly as a drug habit.

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LA Mobster Indicted in International Drug Ring

Alessandro Taloni allegedly helped run a billion dollar cocaine ring spanning three countries.

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The troubled former actress' most recent drug-fueled hijinx land her a night in jail.

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The “beach-house-relaxed” Cliffside Malibu claims to provide an oasis for recovering addicts and alcoholics. And that’s just what you'll get—if you’ve got the cash.

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This SoCal rehab fosters a regimented but respectful recovery environment, where teens learn how to live sober through plenty of 12-step meetings and life-skills classes—not to mention "equine-assisted psychotherapy" and mixed martial arts.

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This exclusive Northern California rehab is all about client choice—as well as golf outings, Buddhist field trips and keeping up with the office.

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