Palm Cards

Health isn't the only reason people who smoke are motivated to quit. These pieces outline other reasons to consider quitting tobacco. Click on each to download and use with the clients you serve. Or email Chelsey.Skogen@Lung.org to order hard copies.

Mental health

Tobacco use contributes to stress, anxiety, and depression.

Residential Treatment

Choosing a treatment program that has tobacco-free grounds and provides tobacco treatment provides more comprehensive services to support your recovery.

Social Justice

Tobacco use is not an equal opportunity killer…it’s a social justice issue.

Substance Use Disorder

Those who address tobacco along with other substance use disorder treatment have a 25% greater chance of long-term recovery.

Employment

People who smoke have a harder time finding employment and earn an average of $5 less per hour than those who don’t smoke.

Housing

People may have a harder time finding housing that allows tobacco use.

Medications + Coaching

Using a combination of medications and counseling to help quit tobacco will give you the best chance at success.

Pets

Tobacco smoke can give your pet asthma, respiratory problems, and cancer.

COVID-19

People who smoke are at increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19.

Frequently Asked Questions for Residents of Smokefree Housing

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Page last updated: August 7, 2024