Smoking, Eating And Thinking: New Research On The Brain, Hormones, And Behavior (Science Daily)
Certain hormones may make it more difficult for some to quit smoking, according to results of a study presented at the 6th International Congress of Neuroendocrinology in Pittsburgh June 19-22 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. Other research reported includes animal research indicating what may be responsible for that yen for sweets.
Source: www.sciencedaily.com

Anti-smoking campaign makes a difference (The Grand Rapids Press)
OTTAWA COUNTY — Most county residents believe keeping kids from taking up smoking is a big deal. That's the finding of a survey of more than 400 county residents commissioned by a countywide task force that's seeking to cut down on the use of cigarettes and other tobacco products.
Source: www.mlive.com

Streator Council rejects smoking ban (Pantagraph)
STREATOR — A ban on smoking in public places was unanimously rejected by the City Council on Wednesday night, but a prohibition on public smoking by minors was adopted.
Source: www.pantagraph.com

AG Asks Smoking Ban Lawsuit Be Dismissed (The Denver Channel)
DENVER — Colorado Attorney General John Suthers wants a federal court to throw out a lawsuit filed by those seeking to stop a statewide smoking ban from taking effect on July 1.
Source: www.thedenverchannel.com

Consumer group asks FDA to stop use of anti-smoking lasers (KARE 11 Minneapolis-St. Paul)
Smokers who pay hundreds of dollars to be zapped by lasers purported to help them quit are victims of fraud, a watchdog group
Source: www.kare11.com