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Tobacco use isn’t just a habit, it’s an addiction to nicotine. When you quit, your body has to adjust, and that can be challenging. You may feel irritable, restless, or have trouble sleeping at first. That’s normal.
The good news? You don’t have to do it alone.
There are proven tools that can help, including medications, counseling, and structured cessation programs. Many people find that combining support and medication gives them the best chance of success. Your provider can help you create a plan that fits your needs and lifestyle.
It may feel difficult in the beginning — but stick with it. Each day without tobacco is a step toward better breathing, more energy, and a healthier future.
Smoking impacts nearly every organ in your body. Even if you’ve smoked for years, it’s important to understand how it affects your health — and how quitting can make a difference.
Smoking increases your risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, and poor circulation. It makes your heart work harder and damages your blood vessels over time.
Smoking is the leading cause of chronic lung diseases like COPD and increases the risk of lung cancer. It can cause chronic cough, shortness of breath, and frequent respiratory infections.
Smoking raises your risk of stroke and may contribute to memory problems as you age.
Tobacco use is linked to many types of cancer — not just lung cancer — including cancers of the throat, mouth, bladder, pancreas, and more.
Smoking can weaken your immune system, slow healing, reduce energy levels, and affect your quality of life.
It’s never too late to quit. Your body begins healing within hours of stopping, and the benefits continue to grow over time.
