11 Quotes by Cheryl Healton

Smoking in and of itself does not control weight, but there's no question that when people quit smoking, they often gain a few pounds, ... And for some industries, that can be a horrible thought.

The Master Settlement Agreement placed significant restrictions on the advertising and marketing practices of the tobacco companies, and also provided funding for an effective anti-smoking public education campaign targeted directly at youth. These new numbers conclusively demonstrate that the combination of these two factors -- together with the hard work of the Attorneys General and the public health community -- has resulted in major reduction in smoking rates since the MSA was signed.