Thinking about Quitting?
Here are some reasons:
- You deserve to be free from tobacco!
- Save money for something else- like a family vacation or a new car.
- Enjoy a longer healthier life with family and friends.
Over 3 million Americans quit smoking every year, and you can do it, too!
It is never too late to stop, and when you do stop, your body begins to repair itself immediately.
There will be many healthy changes, some of which will continue to improve over several years.
It may take several attempts before quitting successfully but some people are successful right away.
Ready to Quit?
For Free Help or Information to Quit:
- Call the CT Quitline at 1-800-QUIT-NOW
- For the hearing impaired - TTY number is 1-877-777-6534
- To enroll online, visit www.QuitNow.net/Connecticut or www.CommitToQuitCT.com
- Services are available in English, Spanish (1-855-DEJELO-YA), and other languages
The Become an EX online program is also available to help you re-learn life without cigarettes or vapes.
More information:
Fact Sheet: Cessation
Face-to-face "in person" programs are available: Local Community Cessation Directory
Smartphone apps and more information are available at smokefree.gov.
Youth cessation information
Cessation Resources - Military Personnel
Cessation Resources - Military Family-Friend
You Can Quit Smoking
Here are some materials to help you succeed.
Cigarette Cost Calculator - to see how much money you can save by quitting.
Preparing to Quit
Tips to Quit Smoking
Frequently Asked Questions about Quitting
Tobacco Tracker
Current Treatment Options
Tobacco Control Program
This page was last updated on April 26, 2022.