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The Tobacco Quitline: Things You Should Know
1-800-QUIT-NOW is a toll-free number run by the National Cancer Institute. Calling this number will connect you directly to your state’s tobacco quitline where you can be further assisted. All states have quitlines with counselors and quit coaches who are trained specifically to help smokers quit.
WHAT
A quitline is a confidential telephone service that gives advice and helps tobacco users to quit through a variety of services. These services can include individual counseling, referral to other cessation resources, cessation medications, and basic information and advice on how to quit.
WHEN
No time like the present! This number should be utilized when thinking about quitting tobacco use. If tobacco users are looking for guidance with quitting or need more information on cessation resources they should call this number.
WHERE
Available at no cost to US residents in each state, US Territories, and the District of Columbia. Quitline delivers help to tobacco users regardless of their gender, race/ethnicity, location, or economic status. They also provide resources in different languages if callers prefer.
HOW
Just call 1-800-QUIT-NOW and they will redirect you to your individual state’s quitline based on your zip code. Yes, it's that simple!
WHY
1-800-QUIT-NOW was created because quitline callers are more likely to succeed than those who try to quit smoking on their own. Give them a call today if you or someone you know is trying to QUIT NOW!