HEALTH BENEFITS OF QUITTING

Quitting tobacco is beneficial at any age.

Quitting smoking and vaping can be difficult because nicotine is addicting, but it’s one of the most important things you can do to improve your health. Even if you have smoked for many years or have smoked heavily, stopping now can still lead to many important health benefits. Lung cancer is the #1 cause of cancer death in Vermont. You can lower your risk of lung cancer by getting screened. See if you are eligible.

Health Benefits of Quitting Tobacco

IMPROVES life expectancy

DECREASES risk of cardiovascular diseases

LOWERS risk of cancer

BENEFITS pregnant women and their babies

REDUCES the risk of cognitive decline including dementia

PROTECTS friends, family and pets from secondhand smoke

Boost Your Mental Health

Individuals who have behavioral health conditions are more likely to smoke than individuals without these conditions. Smoking can make mental health conditions worse and may interact with medications. Individuals with behavioral health conditions who smoke are four times more likely to die prematurely than those who do not smoke. Quitting smoking, even if you have smoked for many years or have smoked heavily, can still lead to many mental health improvements.

Quitting smoking and vaping now can:

LOWER anxiety

DECREASE stress levels

IMPROVE quality of life

INCREASE positive mood

Start Your Quit Journey

After you stop smoking, your body begins a series of positive changes. Some take place right away while others continue to improve over a series of weeks, months and years.