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Smoking
Some people start smoking because their parents smoke, others do it to fit in and some, amazingly, think it increases their attractiveness. The facts are that smoking costs precious cash and can make you smell. Now that's not so attractive is it...
And with the ban on smoking in public places and the legal age for buying cigarettes now 18 there's even more reason to give up, or not to start.
Talk to Frank gives you the facts about tobacco including a rough estimate on how much smoking can cost you.
need2know has some good ideas on how to kick the habit for good.
Give up with help from the NHS smoking helpline on 0800 169 0 169 and the go smoke free website.
BBC health has some top tips for giving up including what to do in times of temptation and how to help someone who's trying to quit.
