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Spiritual beliefs, practices may help smokers quit

A recent study published in Nicotine & Tobacco Research found that many smokers are receptive to using their own spiritual resources when attempting to quit. The research, conducted by Oregon Health & Science University, discovered that women were more likely to report a spiritual practice or belief compared to men, and smokers who smo...

SourceOregon Health & Science University·JournalNicotine & Tobacco Research·DateMay 7, 2007

Spirituality plays role in breast cancer information processing for African-American women

A new study from the University of Missouri-Columbia reveals that spirituality positively affects African-American women's willingness to talk about breast cancer and engage in preventative measures. For Caucasian women, spiritual locus of control plays no significant role in paying attention to breast cancer information.

SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalIntegrative Medicine Insights·DateJan 31, 2007