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Smoking cessation program offered  

The Warren County Health Department is offering the American Cancer Society's "Freshstart" smoking cessation program.

Smoking increases the risk of emphysema, heart disease and lung and other cancers. Quitting smoking decreases those risks. Five years after quitting, the risk of lung cancer decreases by half. People who quit smoking also experience improved cardiovascular function, which leads to lower blood pressure and more energy. They also enjoy a renewed sense of taste and smell.

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