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Substance use disorder

Find out everything you need to know about substance use disorder, including symptoms, treatment, causes, management and more.

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Long-term effects of opioid use
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Ways to treat hepatitis c while in recovery for substance abuse
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Does vaping damage your lungs?
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Nicotine addiction: what you need to know
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6 Unexpected Side Effects of Smoking
Cigarettes affect your health and appearance in surprising ways.

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Kicking Butts: 50 Years of Progress
Take a look at 10 anti-smoking milestones since the first Surgeon General’s report.

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How Tracking Can Help You Quit Smoking—and 5 More Tips to Quit
Download Sharecare to kick your tobacco habit for good.

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5 Ways to Overcome Cigarette Cravings
Quitting is hard, but not impossible.