About Smokeout

Every November, smokers across the nation take part in the Great American Smokeout by smoking less or quitting for the day.


Advocacy

Together we can be successful in eliminating suffering and death due to cancer.


Smokeout Resources on Cancer.org
Questions About Smoking, Tobacco, and Health
Are menthol cigarettes any safer than regular ones? Just what is smoker's cough, anyway? Get answers to these and other frequently asked questions
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News from the ACS News Center
Cancer Death Rates and Incidence Down, Annual Report Shows
The cancer death rate in the United States continues to go down, a new report from the nation's leading cancer organizations says. What's more, cancer incidence -- the rate at which new cancers are diagnosed -- also appears to be dropping.

Smoking Compromises Quality-of-Life in Old Age
Smoking doesn't just shorten your lifespan, it can make your golden years far less enjoyable, according to new research.

Smoking Rate Declines For the First Time in Years
A new report shows that fewer Americans are lighting up -- a sign control efforts like taxation and legislation may be working.

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Tips for Becoming an Effective Cancer Advocate
Passing legislation that supports our cancer issues is a challenging process that requires active participation by our volunteers. There are many ways for a volunteer to be an effective cancer advocate.

Send a Letter to Your Legislator

 As a constituent, your lawmakers and political appointees know that you are the key to their understanding of issues important to you, not to mention their political futures. They want and need to hear from you on issues you consider important.
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Place a Phone Call

 When you need to get in touch with your lawmaker immediately, and don't have time to craft a letter or other written message, that's when it's time to use the most common and effective method of communicating with your lawmakers—make a telephone call!
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Call a Talk Show

 When you need to get in touch with your lawmaker immediately, and don't have time to craft a letter or other written message, that's when it's time to use the most common and effective method of communicating with your lawmakers—make a telephone call!
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Meet Them Face-to-Face

 By far, the most effective way to articulate your views to your elected officials and positively affect the outcome of legislation and of policy debates is to speak with lawmakers face-to-face.
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Write a Letter to the Editor

 You can now send letters-to-the-editor to many newspapers via email, rather than hand-writing them. Go to our online Legislative Action Center to find media outlets in your area, and send them a message. It only takes a minute.
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