Lung Association says use new year to kick old habit

The Iowa chapter of the American Lung Association says the new year and new millennium are the perfect time to kick an old habit. Association Public Relations Director Tracey Breckenridge says Iowa smokers are encouraged to give up their cigarettes in 2000. Breckenridge says a smoke-free millennium may be the goal many people need to quit.Breckenridge says anyone who stops smoking will be healthier in the new year.The Iowa Lung Association has planned a clinic in Des Moines January 4th to help people who want to stop. Breckenridge says they hope to have enough people wanting to quit to support clinics in other cities in the state.Breckenridge says the Lung Association has a variety of materials available if you want to stop smoking. For more information call: 1-800-LUNG-USA, that’s 800-586-4872.