Thinking About Quitting?
It’s ok to be uncertain about quitting smoking. Letting go of smoking is a big deal.
Many ex-smokers say it's the hardest thing they ever did.
Consider this – there are more former smokers now than current smokers. You can do this.
Consider this – there are more former smokers now than current smokers. You can do this.
Smoking just takes from you
Smoking is not your friend, it affects nearly every organ in your human body.Most common diseases caused by smoking –
Heart disease, stroke, lung cancer, cancer of the lip, mouth, throat, larynx, bladder, pancreas, stomach, kidney, and cervix, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis.That’s not all
Get colds and flu more easily with slower recovery, shortness of breath and wheezing, cataracts and macular degeneration, gum disease and yellow teeth, difficulty getting pregnant, impotence, emphysema, chronic bronchitis, or asthma, diabetes complications, circulation problems, premature facial wrinkles, problems sleeping or falling asleep, stomach ulcers, and high blood pressure.Nicotine does not cause these diseases, but tobacco smoke does.
Smoking doesn't just affect you
Children, Adults, & Pets
Children and babies exposed to secondhand smoke are at higher risk for: lung infections, sudden death syndrome (SIDS), asthma attacks, ear infections, bronchitis, and pneumonia.
Adults exposed to secondhnad smoke have a higher risk of cancer, stroke, and heart disease.
Pets Causes cancer in dogs and increases the risk of lymphoma in cats by 3x or more.
Worldwide
Every litter bit counts! Cigarette butts have the same dangerous cancer-causing chemicals and they are still the most littered item.
Just 3 cigarettes can cause 10x more pollution than diesel fuel exhaust.
Children working in tobacco fields worldwide are exposed to nicotine, and commonly suffer from nicotine poisoning.
Having a tough time quitting?
Worried about weight gain?
Quitting smoking means a healthier you. Maintain your weight while quitting.
Slip-ups are normal
The most important thing to do? Learn from them and keep trying.
Chronic conditions, quitting helps
If you have heart disease, high blood pressure, emphysema, or other ailments, learn more about how quitting smoking can make a difference.
