After Obama's first periodic exam in February 2010, it turned out he hadn't quite kicked his smoking habit, and was even sneaking cigarettes, but he seems to be on track now. Last February, Michele assured the public that he really hadn't smoked in almost 9 months. Turns out Obama was telling the truth, as his latest note from his doctor says the president is "tobacco free," as you can see from the physician's statement below. Considering the man has quite the stressful job, that's a pretty impressive accomplishment.
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