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Vermont Quits: Part One – Who still smokes and why it’s so hard to quit
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All this week, we’re examining the issue of smoking. How is Vermont faring in helping people kick the habit? Today, we look at who’s still smoking, and why it’s so hard to quit.VPR News
Health Department offers some ideas for kicking smoking habit
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Smoking rates in Vermont have been dropping steadily, but 18 percent of adults are still hooked. Studies show that about 70 percent of all smokers want to quit. If you’re one of them, the Vermont Health Department hopes you’ll check out their newly revamped Quit Network to find free tips and other help.VPR News
Vt. continues to show high rates of binge drinking, pot smoking
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A new study by the Vermont Department of Health finds that 49 percent of 18-to-25-year-olds report they engaged in binge drinking within a month of being surveyed.VPR News