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SMOKE-FREE ONTARIO

The Smoke-Free Ontario Strategy

HEALTHY COMMUNITIES FUND

New Approach to Healthy Communities in Ontario

ONTARIO'S AFTER-SCHOOL INITIATIVE

Promoting the health of Ontario’s young people

ONTARIO'S ACTION PLAN

For Healthy Eating, Active Living

CHRONIC DISEASE PREVENTION

Creating environments & introducing policies that support health

INJURY PREVENTION

Working together for a safer, healthier Ontario

SPORT & RECREATION

Encouraging involvement in sport, recreation and physical activity

COMMUNITIES IN ACTION FUND (CIAF)

CIAF has evolved into the Healthy Communities Fund

HEALTH PROMOTION

Promoting health in Ontario communities

2015 PAN AM GAMES

Bid to host the 2015 Pan Am Games in the Greater Golden Horseshoe

PARTNERS

Our partners & other government resources

Minister's Advisory Group on Mental Health and Addictions

Tax change for a stronger Ontario

Ontario's Poverty Reduction Strategy

Healthy Ontario

EatRight Ontario

SMOKE-FREE ONTARIO: Quit - You Have It In You: Why it's Hard to Kick the Habit: Nicotine Addiction

Printable Version - ImageWhy it's Hard to Kick the Habit: Nicotine Addiction

The nicotine in cigarette tobacco is an addictive drug. It changes how your brain works, temporarily making you feel calm and more alert, boosting your mood. But when the effect wears off, your energy level or mood drops, and you crave another cigarette for that nicotine boost.

It’s a vicious cycle that many people go through every day.

The good news is that many people also quit every day. You have it in you to quit too. So read on about the many ways you can become a non-smoker.

Why it's Hard to Kick the Habit: Nicotine Addiction - Photo

Quit Brochure
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