TALLAHASSEE, FL- For years, Floridians have repeatedly made New Year resolutions
to quit smoking. This New Year, The Florida Department of Health and Tobacco Free Florida encourage Floridians to commit to their resolution by making a positive lifestyle change and overcoming their addiction.
In 2009, Tobacco Free Florida had smokers participate in the campaign by facing their addiction and becoming a “Quit Journaler”. One participant, Matt Keller, resolved to quit for the first time after smoking for eight years. By keeping a video journal, he documented his daily struggles with cravings and dependence on nicotine and was provided with the strength he needed to succeed....