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June 22, 2010 13:35 ET | Source: Los Angeles County Department of Public Health

First Ever Report Shows Smoking Rates by Local Community

LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - June 22, 2010) - A new report that breaks down adult cigarette smoking rates by geographical area in Los Angeles County finds there are great disparities between...
November 19, 2009 14:16 ET | Source: Los Angeles County Department of Public Health

LA County Helps Smokers Quit With Free Nicotine Patches and Gum

LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is encouraging residents to quit smoking for at least 24 hours as part of the American Cancer...
September 17, 2009 17:11 ET | Source: Los Angeles County Department of Public Health

Free Nicotine Patches and Gum at the L.A. County Fair This Friday and Saturday

LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - September 17, 2009) - Amidst all the deep fried Oreos, funnel cakes, and other food at the L.A. County Fair there will be at least one opportunity to get healthier. The...