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| | | TRUSTED HEALTH TOOLS | | | | Use our Symptom Checker to explore possible causes of your symptoms based upon Mayo Clinic's patient care experience. | | | | Use these simple calculators and self-assessments for personalized health tips. | | | | | | |
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| | | HEALTH TIP | | | | Quit smoking: Quit-day tips | | Getting through your quit day can be emotionally and physically challenging. Use these tips to help get through the day: 1. Begin using nicotine replacement therapy if you've chosen that method. 2. Avoid situations and people that trigger cravings. 3. Keep physically active. 4. Attend a support group, counseling session or stop-smoking class. 5. Keep your hands busy by texting, writing, squeezing a ball or knitting. 6. Remind yourself of why you decided to make this healthy change. | | | | Need practical advice on diet and exercise? Want creative solutions for stress and other lifestyle issues? Discover even more healthy lifestyle topics at MayoClinic.org. |
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