Tabagism and its Impact on Mental Health: A Closer Look
Introduction Tabagism, or tobacco use, remains a prevalent issue worldwide, affecting millions of individuals across various demographics. While the physical health risks of tobacco consumption—such as lung cancer, heart disease, and respiratory issues—are well-documented, the mental health impacts are often overlooked. This article delves into the intricate relationship between tobacco use and mental health, highlighting […]
Breaking the Habit: Personal Stories of Overcoming Tabagism
Cigarette smoking, often branded as tabagism, remains one of the leading preventable causes of illness and death globally. While the health implications of smoking are widely recognized, the personal stories of those who have successfully overcome this addiction reveal a deeper narrative of struggle, resilience, and hope. Here are a few inspiring accounts of individuals […]
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – Mariano Z.: Fortunate to have a second chance
Mariano fumó cigarrillos durante 30 años. Un día se despertó y se sintió mareado y con náuseas. “No sabía qué me pasaba y empecé a sudar”. Mariano necesitó una operación a corazón abierto para salvar su vida. En este video de la campaña de los CDC Consejos de exfumadores, él afirma: “Tuve la suerte de […]
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – Tiffany R.: You Don’t Quit Just for Yourself
Tiffany talks about losing her mother, who smoked, to lung cancer when Tiffany was just 16 years old. Despite this, Tiffany smoked menthol cigarettes for years before realizing what she might miss in her own daughter’s life. In this video from CDC’s _Tips From Former Smokers_ ® ( _Tips_ ® ) campaign, Tiffany’s daughter’s, Jaelin, […]
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – Tiffany R.’s Ad: Smoking and Family
When Tiffany was 16, her mother, who smoked, died of lung cancer. Despite her loss, Tiffany started smoking menthol cigarettes a few years later. In this TV commercial from CDC’s _Tips From Former Smokers_ ® ( _Tips_ ® ) campaign, Tiffany says she quit smoking at age 34 because she could not bear the thought […]
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – Terrie H.: “Terrie, What Are You Doing?”
Terrie smoked her first cigarette at 13. In 2000, she found a sore in her mouth that was diagnosed as oral cancer. Later she found out she had throat cancer. In this video from CDC’s _Tips From Former Smokers_ ® ( _Tips_ ® ) campaign, Terrie talks about getting home from the hospital after having […]
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – Terrie H.’s Voice Tip Ad
Terrie had cancer as a result of smoking. In a 2012 _Tips From Former Smokers_ ® ( _Tips_ ® ) TV commercial, Terrie showed us how she got ready for her day. In this video, Terrie shares that the only voice her grandson ever heard was an artificial one. He was born after doctors removed […]
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – Ellie N.: “It was Terrifying to Get an Asthma Attack”
Elle was in her mid-30’s when she had her first asthma attack — triggered by exposure to secondhand smoke. She loved her job as a bartender, but began to dread going to work. In this video from CDC’s _Tips From Former Smokers_ ® ( _Tips_ ® ) campaign she says, “I could feel my lungs […]
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – Jamason C.: “I Didn’t Know Why I Couldn’t Breathe”
Jamason and his mother Sherri talk about the day Jamason had to go to the hospital after having a severe asthma attack at work, triggered by exposure to secondhand smoke. Recounting the drive to the hospital, Sherri said, “I just held his hand, and told him just squeeze it every now and then so I […]
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – Marie W.’s Story
Marie talks about discovering she had Buerger’s disease, an illness caused by smoking, and its effects on her life in this video from CDC’s _Tips From Former Smokers_ ® ( _Tips_ ® ) campaign. Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy: http://www.cdc.gov/SocialMedia/Tools/CommentPolicy.html This video can also be viewed at http://streaming.cdc.gov/vod.php?id=e008532dafb6a610c0c09c4c1392830a20120501142655703 […]