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Seven Deadly Myths, hosted by cover model, entrepreneur and smoking cessation advocate Christy Turlington, is a 17 minute video that explores some of the common myths about smoking and empowers women to become or stay smoke-free. 

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Myth #1
It won't happen to me. (1:12)

Myth #2
It's not like I am hurting anyone but myself.
(1:21)

Myth #3
I'm not hooked.
(0:51)

Myth #4
Sure I smoke but at least I don't do drugs, have unsafe sex or get drunk.
(0:42)

Myth #5
It’s better to smoke because if I quit I’m going to get fat.  (1:22)

Myth #6
I smoke "light" cigarettes, so I won't get hurt as much. (1:05)

Myth #7
I've tried to quit, but I can't.
(1:31)

A facilitator's guide is also included with the video. 


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This page last reviewed August 18, 2004.

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