MUNCIE — The Tobacco-Free Coalition of Delaware County has been helping residents quit smoking for several years. For the past year, The Star Press has published success stories from people who have successfully quit smoking. “Success stories are a fantastic way to give hope to those who are burdened by the nicotine addiction,” said Cecilia Williams, coalition program coordinator. “Since one of the biggest challenges smo ... Jump to full article >>

Attention all smokeless tobacco users: It’s time to banish the comforting notion that snuff and chewing tobacco are safe because they don’t burn and produce inhalable smoke like cigarettes. A study that looked beyond the well-researched tobacco hazards, nitrosamines and nicotine, has discovered a single pinch –– the amount in a portion –– of smokeless tobacco exposes the user to the same amount of another group of dangerous ... Jump to full article >>