How to Quit

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How to Quit

Smoking is a complex addiction with physical, mental, and social components. We believe quitting smoking is a journey, not a single event. But whether it’s your first or 5th attempt to quit smoking, you can be smokefree!

Here you'll find articles and resources to help guide you every step of the way - from understanding smoking addiction to planning your quit attempt, and how to make the most of this attempt. You got this!

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Why You Smoke Why You Should Quit Plan Your Quit

Why Is it So Hard to Quit Smoking?

How to Get Ready to Quit Smoking

Smoking and Asthma: What You Should Know

In 2015, approximately 18.4 million US adults, or 7.6 percent of the population, reported having asthma, a chronic condition that affects your lungs and breathing.

Understanding Smoker's Cough

If you are a smoker, you may notice the frustrating side effect of smoker’s cough. It’s loud, it’s intrusive, and at this point, you may be wondering “when will it go away?!”

9 Facts to Know About Secondhand Smoke

Did you know that there is no known safe level of secondhand smoke exposure? Recognize how secondhand smoke can affect others – and how quitting may help them stay healthy.

A Conversation About E-Cigarettes

E-cigarette use has been on rise in the United States over the past few years, but there is limited published data on the overall health effects of these products. Quitter’s Circle interviewed Bill Blatt, National Director of Tobacco Programs for the American Lung Association about the use of e-cigarettes today.