Health Benefits of Quitting
Tobacco smoke contains a deadly mix of more than 7,000 chemicals; hundreds are toxic, and about 70 can cause cancer. Tobacco smoking increases the risk for serious health problems, numerous diseases, and death.
People who stop smoking greatly reduce their risk for disease and premature death. Although the health benefits are greater for people who stop at earlier ages, quitting is beneficial at all ages.
Tobacco Cessation Resources
- American Cancer Society
- Americans for Nonsmokers' Rights
- Campaign for Tobacco-free Kids
- Conway Medical Center
- Grand Strand Medical Center
- Medline Plus
- CDC Smoking and Tobacco
- Cold Turkey Quit Smoking Resource
- South Carolina Tobacco Quitline
- Smoke Free America
- Truth Initiative