Tobacco and You
It’s hard to quit tobacco. Tobacco impacts certain groups of people in unique and often more negative ways. Learn about how tobacco impacts these groups.
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70% of African Americans who smoke say they want to quit. When you decide to quit, the Quitline is here to help.
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Tobacco use is the #1 cause of preventable disease, disability and death for Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders
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Commercial tobacco use is the #1 cause of preventable disease, disability and death for American Indians/Alaskan Natives.
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Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for you and your loved ones. With support from a Coach at the Quitline, you will feel the benefits of quitting in no time.
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Tobacco use is a major issue among the LGBTQ+ community.
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People living with a physical, learning, or mental health disability, or vision or hearing loss are at higher risk of negative health effects from tobacco use.
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Quitting smoking cigarettes can be hard, but is one of the best ways a woman can protect herself and her baby’s health. The good news is most women quit during pregnancy and getting help can make the process easier and increase the chance of quitting successfully.
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Smokeless tobacco is as unsafe as smoking cigarettes.
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Knowing the facts about tobacco can help you make the right choice for you.
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Quitting smoking is hard for everyone. With support, people with behavioral health conditions can quit and improve their health.
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Vaping is the act of inhaling liquid and other additives through a battery-powered device that often looks like a cigarette.
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If you want to quit snuff, dip or chew, or maybe quit using an e-cigarette or nicotine vaping product the Quitline can help.