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Should You Be Required to Have a License to Smoke?

Mike Adams — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 19:30:07 +0000

Smokers’ rights could be at risk once again: a medical expert is currently advocating for some drastic regulations that would make it mandatory for all smokers to obtain a smoking license. Simon Chapman, from the University of Sydney in Australia, says that he would like to see the government issue smoking licenses as a means [...]

Today Is The Day To Quit Smoking

Dale Mussen — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 11:00:56 +0000

Today is the 37th annual Great American Smokeout – a one day campaign to encourage smokers to quit for 24 hours to prove that they can do it. Last year nearly 20-million smokers tried to quit for the day…that’s about 40 percent of the nation’s 50-million plus smokers. Breast cancer used to be the biggest [...]

ECC Goes Smoke-Free!

Josh — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 09:34:17 +0000

Erie Community College has enacted a smoking ban that will begin in the new year. That’s right….beginning January 1st, 2013, all 3 campuses will be tobacco-free. The new policy was quickly approved by ECC’s Board of Trustees and has full support from the College Senate, Wellness Committee &The Student Government Assn. The new rule also [...]

What Are Our Worst Bad Habits?

Brett Alan — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 16:34:20 +0000

Although we hate to admit it, we all have them. They’re bad habits. Earlier in the week, I polled our listeners on facebook and asked, “If you had to pick one, what would you say is your worst bad habit?” Here are the top 5: 1. Smoking – (24%) Of all the habits listed, this [...]

New Law Prohibits Smoking Within 100 Feet Of Schools In NY [VIDEO]

Wendy Lynn — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 18:07:28 +0000

No longer are the days of smoking closer than hundred feet from any school in New York State. Honestly I’m surprised this wasn’t already illegal. Yesterday, a new law came in to effect making it illegal in New York to smoke within hundred feet of the entrances/exits and outdoor areas of any public or private schools.

There "IS" A Best Day For Everything…..

Josh — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:24:47 +0000

Did you ever wonder if grocery shopping on a Wednesday was better than going on Sunday or if getting married on a Friday made more sense than on a Saturday? Well researchers say there is a best day for everything! Lets take grocery shopping to start.....Studies find that Wednesday is the prime time to grocery shop in peace. Even more specific, grocery shopping on a

Things Our Kids Will Never Know

Rob Banks — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 19:44:22 +0000

In Church today, the priest told a joke that got me thinking about the changes we have seen in our lives that have changed dramatically. He said, if you as a kid what sound a cow makes, they'll say 'Moo', a a sheep makes the sound 'Baa' & a mouse makes the sound 'Click, click'. He was joking about the use and dependency of technology now a days. This led me to think about the things our kids will never experience, know or see in their lifetime. Schools are already trying to get rid of cursive wiring. Here's a list of more...

It's Getting Tougher For Smokers To Find Places To Smoke

Dale Mussen — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:58:13 +0000

Another blow to smokers with the announcement yesterday by the Buffalo Sabres that smoking will not be allowed anywhere on the grounds of First Niagara Center during games and events. The arrangement allowing smokers to step outside between periods will be discontinued. I’m just afraid it’ll lead to more violations
especially in stairwells and bathrooms. There’s plenty of that going on now. I’m sure we’ll see even more.

Brett Alan Takes Up Smoking

Brett Alan — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 22:57:14 +0000

My mom always told me not to smoke. But I have a new hobby. And it’s delicious. I’m now a smoker. Not the habit that’s incredibly bad for you, but the method of cooking involving smoke. I was given a smoker that my father in law never used and decided to try it out today. [...]

Are You Ready For The New Anti-Smoking Ads

Josh — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 09:08:51 +0000

A new ad campaign by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention will begin running today. The videos are said to be quite graphic from what I’m hearing. “Tips From Former Smokers” is the name of the multi-million dollar project, which will feature…… stories and photos of ex- smokers. Some of them have had lung [...]

New Report: Nearly 1 in 5 High School-Aged Teens Smoke!

Josh — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 10:25:17 +0000

A new surgeon general’s report came out yesterday and it showed that roughly 1 out of 5 teens who are in high school most likely smoke cigarettes. The report also showed that more than 600-thousand middle school students ………and 3 million high school students regularly smoke. Other findings: 80% of the teens will continue to [...]

"Texting" To Help Teens Quit Smoking!

Josh — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:28:49 +0000

We all know that teens love their cell phones. We also know that a large number of teens have taken up the nasty habit of smoking cigarettes. Well, the National Cancer Institute has set up a text line aimed at helping those teens quit the habit. Smokefree T-X-T is a free text message service that will provide round the clock advice and tips to teens that smoke and would like to quit. Here is how it works: .....

Smoking Snuffed Out At Ralph Wilson Stadium

Dale Mussen — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 15:06:53 +0000

Smokers will have to go without lighting up if they want to see the Buffalo Bills at Ralph Wilson Stadium this fall. That's assuming there will be a season. The Bills on Tuesday amended their Fan Conduct Policy to prohibit smoking anywhere in the stadium on game day.

Gretchen Wilson's Last Cigarette?

Clay Moden — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 11:15:49 +0000

It’s never too late to quit! If you have been thinking of quitting in 2011..you are not alone. Check out Gretchen Wilson’s story. Gretchen Wilson’s last Smoke