Tobacco Use Cessation Resources
We are committed to providing resources to help our students, faculty, and staff quit smoking. Smoking is one of the leading causes of preventable death in the U.S. We have assembled resources to help you stop smoking.
Talk to Someone
The National Network of Tobacco Cessation Quitlines: 1-800-QUIT-NOW (I-800-784-8669)
https://smokefree.gov/tools-tips/get-extra-help/speak-to-an-experthttp
Chat
Connect with a National Cancer Institute LiveHelp information specialist. Get immediate information and answers about quitting smoking. LiveHelp is available Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Eastern time. LiveHelp also is available in Spanish.
Phone
800-QUIT-NOW (800-784-8669)
All states have quitlines with counselors who are trained specifically to help smokers quit. Call this number to connect directly to your state’s quitline. Hours of operation and services vary from state to state.
877-44U-QUIT (877-448-7848)
The National Cancer Institute’s trained counselors provide information and support for quitting in English and Spanish. Call Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Eastern time.
Quit Tips and Quitting Resources (Center for Disease Control
https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/site.html
Guide to Quitting Smoking
- Deciding to Quit Smoking and Making a Plan
- Making a Plan to Quit Smokeless Tobacco
- Getting Help with the Mental Part of Tobacco Addiction
- Nicotine Replacement Therapy for Quitting Tobacco
- Prescription Drugs to Help You Quit Tobacco
- Other Ways to Quit Smoking
- Other Ways to Quit Smokeless Tobacco
Plan to Quit
https://smokefree.gov/- Daily challenge and practice quiz
- Quit plan
- Get support on the phone 24/7 (call or text)
Online Modules to Help Quit Smoking
- Online program to help people stop smoking
- Provide different lessons with assignments