Illinois residents urged to not light up on Thursday
SPRINGFIELD – Public health officials are urging Illinoisans to get a head start on the statewide smoking ban by participating in Thursday's Great American Smokeout.
"Smoking can cause numerous health problems, such as coronary heart disease, lung cancer, respiratory diseases and premature death," said a statement from Illinois Department of Public Health Director Damon Arnold. "With the state's smoke-free law going into effect in just seven weeks, there is no better time to quit smoking and enjoy the health benefits of not smoking."
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