A U.S. Surgeon General's report, Women and Smoking, claimed the U.S. is in the midst of a "full-blown epidemic" of smoking-related disease in women today. Dr. Mitzi Krockover* knows it's very hard to quit smoking. That's because most people who smoke are truly addicted to the nicotine in the tobacco. She says that nicotine addiction can be as powerful as addiction to heroin or cocaine, and just as hard of a habit to break. But you can stop smoking, and save your life. Smoking Myths Think smoking makes you look sexy? That you could quit any time? Think again. Kick Those Butts Now that you know why you need to quit, use these tips to retire your habit…forever! The Consequences of Second-Hand Smoke Nearly 4,000 chemicals are found in secondhand smoke. Spare the health of your friends and family. More from Oprah.com Thinking of quitting? These cue cards will help you and your friends stay the course. Start or join an online support group with smokers and ex-smokers. * Dr. Mitzi Krockover—a senior consultant with health consulting firm Sokolov, Sokolov, Burgess—is an expert in women's health. For more information, visit www.lluminari.com.