This page could help you or a loved one quit smoking or using tobacco products, by using the valuable resources provided below. Even though tobacco use has gone down over the years, it is still a major public health issue that is causing 100% preventable adverse health effects.
HelpGuide.org
A trusted non-profit guide to mental health and well-being. The HelpGuide explores quit strategies and provides a detailed understanding of what drives addiction and makes quitting tobacco so difficult.
Tobacco Free Life
Information and tips on how to get started, make a plan, and stay tobacco-free
SmokefreeTXT
A mobile service designed for young adults across the United States. SmokefreeTXT was created to Provide 24/7 encouragement, advice, and tips to help smokers stop smoking for good. There are 2 ways to sign up:
1. Text the word QUIT to 47848 from your mobile phone, answer a few questions, and you'll start receiving messages.
2. Visit smokefree.gov/smokefreetxt/Signup.aspx to sign up and answer a few questions, and you'll start receiving text messages.
Smokefree TXT en Español
Es un servicio que provee mensajes de texto a través del celular o móvil diseñado para personas de los Estados Unidos. SmokefreeTXT fue creado para proveer apoyo, consejos e ideas 24 horas al día/ los 7 días de la semana con el objetivo de ayudar a fumadores a dejar de fumar de una vez por todas. Hay 2 maneras de registrarse a SmokefreeTXT:
1. Envíe la palabra LIBRE al número 47848 a través de su celular o móvil, conteste algunas preguntas y empezara a recibir mensajes de texto gratuitos.
2. Visite espanol.smokefree.gov/smokefreetxt-espanol, conteste algunas preguntas y usted empezará a recibir mensajes de texto gratuitos en su celular o móvil.
The American Lung Association
Working to strengthen laws and policies that protect everyone from secondhand smoke and prevent young people from starting. They are also committed to helping smokers quit with smoking cessation programs.
Smokefree
Intended to help you or someone you care about quit smoking.
Smokefree Español
Espanol.smokefree.gov tiene como objetivo ayudar a las personas que quieren dejar el cigarrillo.
American Cancer Society
Quitting tobacco is not easy, but it can be done. Whether you're a smoker, someone who uses smokeless tobacco, or just someone trying to help a friend or loved one, you'll find information you can use on this page.
Kill the Can
When you’ve made the decision to quit dipping you need support. You’ll get it at KillTheCan! This site is dedicated to helping people QUIT dip, smokeless & chewing tobacco! All articles on KillTheCan.org are written by forum members. These are people who understand what it means to quit.
Addiction Center - Guiding You From Rehab to Recovery
Giving up tobacco isn’t easy, but it is more possible than most people realize. There is a plethora of support and resources available to help you get over your addiction.
When it comes to health care for you and your family, UPMC is here. It's easy to find the right doctor, health screenings, programs, classes, and more.
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