Jump to full article: Florida Times-Union, 2008-05-07
Author: Deborah Hansen, Opinion
Intro: If someone decides to attempt the very difficult task of quitting, it seems to me that their insurance provider would be all over this remedy in an attempt to lessen their burden as smokers take to their beds with related illnesses. It would also have a ripple effect for those suffering the effects of second-hand smoke.
So, do they want people to quit or not?
The cost is about $500-$600 for the full regime . . .
Society vilifies smokers but then smacks them down when they finally decide to quit.
They are faced with an uphill battle on two fronts: A very difficult addiction has to be overcome, but they first have to come up with the money to undertake the battle. It seems those dollar signs turn up around every corner while we try to stay healthy in this country.
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