Stay Away from Tobacco

Quitting smoking is not easy, but you can do it. To have the best chance of quitting and staying quit, you need to know what you’re up against, what your options are, and where to go for help.

The American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout is held on the third Thursday in November each year. People who smoke are encouraged to use the date to take an important step toward a healthier life by making a plan to quit, or by planning in advance and quitting smoking that day.

Find out what we know about the risks of smoking and other tobacco products.
 

Find out what’s being done to curb tobacco use, and how you can help.

Concerned parents may have more power over whether their children start using tobacco than they think they do.  Find out what you can do to help keep your kids away from tobacco.

Use these interactive tools to understand how you use tobacco and what might help you quit successfully.