Combating Tobacco Use

DOD, VA should take stronger steps to combat tobacco use in military, veteran populations 06/26/09. Because tobacco use impairs military readiness, harms the health of soldiers and veterans, and imposes a substantial financial burden on the departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs, these agencies should implement a comprehensive strategy to achieve the Defense Department's stated goal of a tobacco-free military, says a new report from the Institute of Medicine. National Academy of Sciences via Eurekalert!