Want To Quit Smoking? Bodies The Exhibition Has An Incentive!

As smoking remains the leading cause of lung cancer, BODIES…The Exhibition encourages visitors to give up cigarettes and learn about the negative effects of the habit. In support of American Cancer Society’s “Great American Smokeout” on Thursday, Nov. 21, smokers who throw away a pack of cigarettes in the “Commit to Quit” container, located outside of the BODIES’ box office, will receive a complimentary audio tour to the Exhibition.

Inside, guests are invited to touch a real smoker’s lung damaged by toxins and tar, offering a stunning visual to the dangers of smoking. In addition, facts will be on display throughout the month, highlighting the effects cigarettes can havoc on the entire body. By providing powerful learning tools, BODIES…The Exhibition hopes to increase awareness about the perils of smoking and support healthy lifestyle choices.

Did you know…?

·         Smokers are two to three times more likely than nonsmokers to die of heart attacks

·         On average, smokers have been shown to have higher levels of stress than non-smokers

·         One of the biggest risk factors for the development of bladder cancer is smoking

Visitors can drop a full or partial pack of cigarettes into the “Commit to Quit” box on the Atrium Level of Luxor Hotel and Casino between 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. to receive the complimentary audio tour. Tickets to BODIES…The Exhibition are available at the Luxor box office or by visiting www.bodiestickets.com. Ticket prices are $32 for adults, $30 for seniors and $24 for children 4 – 12 years of age. The Exhibition is open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. with last admission at 9 p.m. It is recommended that children 12 and under are accompanied by a teacher or parent as an adult guide. For additional information or to reserve tickets by phone, call 800-557-7428 or 702-262-4400.