Smoking just one cigarette can take a chunk of your life off, with quitting the habit bringing on several health benefits.

The stages of behavior change in smoking cessation start with precontemplation, progressing to contemplation, preparation, action, and finally, maintenance.

Recent studies reveal that smoking affects women differently, and often more severely than men. We spoke to an expert to ...

"Most cravings only usually last from a few minutes to about 20 to 30" says one expert — so if you take a quick stroll, you may walk away the craving.

A major international study brings good news for longtime smokers: it’s never too late to quit. Researchers found that people ...

Smoking cessation after cancer diagnosis is linked to improved overall survival even for advanced cancers, according to a recent study.

New research published online in the Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network finds that people with cancer who quit smoking had a much lower risk of dying within two years compared to ...

A 6-week individualized smoking cessation program led to greater quit rates among patients with RA when compared with usual care.

Cannabis dispensaries are cropping up nationwide now that marijuana is legal for medical and/or recreational use in many states. But just because something is legal doesn't mean it's good for you ...