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Start stopping today.
Smoking harms nearly every organ of the body, causing many diseases and affecting the general health of smokers and those exposed to secondhand smoke. The only protection from the dangerous effects of cigarette smoke is to live smoke-free. The rewards of quitting are almost immediate and are well worth making the commitment.

Benefits now. Benefits later.
Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States.33 In Massachusetts alone, one person dies every hour due to smoking-related illnesses.34 The good news is that the health benefits of quitting smoking start almost immediately from the moment you extinguish your last cigarette.

Immediate Benefits of Quitting

Long-Term Benefits of Quitting

  • Decreased odor on clothes, hair and breath
  • Blood pressure and heart rate start to drop
  • Increased blood oxygen levels
  • Decreased  carbon monoxide levels
  • Sense of smell and taste begin to return to normal
  • More money in your pocket
  • Risk of lung cancer death is half that of a smoker's
  • Improved breathing
  • Fewer sick days
  • Decreased risk of ulcers, acid reflux and gum disease
  • Improved skin health
  • Risk of stroke and coronary heart disease is that of a nonsmoker's

You’re not alone.
There are plenty of resources to help you achieve your goal. Whether you’re just thinking about quitting, getting ready to quit, or in the midst of a quit attempt, here are some resources available to help support you:

  • Your healthcare provider can provide you with helpful information and medication to increase your success in quitting. 
  • The Massachusetts Smoker’s Quitline is a free, phone-based counseling that’s available to all smokers. Call (800)TRY-TO-STOP for immediate assistance. 
  • A number of city-wide programs assist residents who are trying to quit smoking. Learn more about these local Cessation Programs.