Tobacco Cessation
Nicotine Is Addictive
Addictive Substance
Nicotine found in tobacco products is addictive.
How Many Want to Quit
7 of 10 Want to Quit
Seven out of 10 smokers in the United States have indicated that they want to completely quit smoking.
Half Tried Last Year
Nearly one-half have tried to quit in the past year.
What Studies Show
Some studies suggest:
- It may take some people up to 30 tries before successfully quitting smoking
- Others suggest that once you've made the conscious decision to quit, and you no longer consider yourself a smoker, tobacco user, or dipper — you change your lifestyle and kick the habit, regardless of temptation
Commander Support
Commander Support Required
Commanders are expected to support Airmen trying to quit tobacco products.
Available Resources
Cessation Resources
Installation health promotion programs provide strategies for:
- Education
- Motivation
- Intervention
…to discourage tobacco use.
Formal Programs
Formal, structured tobacco cessation programs designed to assist members in breaking the addiction to tobacco products are available as well.
State Quit Lines
1-800-QUIT-NOW
State telephone-based tobacco cessation quit lines can be reached at no-cost by U.S. residents of each state, the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico at:
Quit Line Number
1-800-QUIT-NOW