Great American Smokeout
Thursday, November 21, 2024
It's never too late to quit using tobacco. The sooner you quit, the more you can reduce your chances of getting cancer and other diseases.
Resources for Quitting
1-800-784-8669
Text QUITNOW to 333888
quitSTARTapp
Tips to help you quit vaping, smoking, or using nicotine pouches:
Pick a “Quit Day”
Mark it on your calendar and make it official! Tell your friends and family so they can support you through the process.
Remove Triggers
Get rid of anything that makes you want to vape, such as vapes, vape accessories, cigarettes, lighters, and e-juice. Clean out your space and make it a trigger-free zone.
Find Healthier Alternatives
When the urge to vape hits, distract yourself with something healthy. Go for a walk, drink water, or get active. Avoid situations where you’re tempted, like hanging out where you know people are smoking or vaping.
Stock Up on Oral Substitutes
Keep chewable things such as gum, carrot sticks, hard candy, cinnamon sticks, or even straws on hand. These can help with cravings and keep your mouth busy.
Change Up Your Routine
If you always vape at certain times or places, switch up your general routine. Take a different route to school or work, or swap coffee for tea. Breaking any routine helps break habits such as vaping.
Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!
Drinking water is important. It can help with cravings and ease nicotine withdrawal. Plus, staying hydrated helps you feel better overall.
Great American Smokeout
November 21, 2024