Smoking alone causes approximately 30% of all cancer deaths and a total of 440,000 premature deaths annually. Worse yet, 1 out of 2 children (aged 3-11 years) are exposed to secondhand smoke. With such strong statistical data, tobacco is the leading environmental and preventable cause of death. The Cancer Institute's Chest Service and The American Lung Association of Tennessee have teamed up to stomp out smoking."Freedom From Smoking" is an eight-week clinic that has become the "Gold Standard" of smoking cessation programs.

The Heart Lung Vascular Institute offers its Healthy Living Kitchen, healthy cooking classes dedicated to teaching individuals how to cook heart healthy and learn new techniques to enhance the flavor of food. Or, take a tour around the grocery store to learn how to make healthy choices while your shopping!

The good news is you don't have to give up chocolate altogether, but it is smart to eat chocolate in small proportions. Learn more about how chocolate can actually be beneficial to your health when eaten right.