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The Great American Smokeout (TGAS) takes place on November 20, 2025. People who smoke or vape are encouraged to quit using tobacco products and make today DAY ONE of their quit journey. TGAS also raises awareness about the health risks of tobacco use, the benefits of quitting, and the importance of prevention.

To learn more about the Great American Smokeout, visit the American Cancer Society.

To access free and confidential quit support: adults ages 18 and older can all the CT Quitline at 1-800-QUIT-NOW and talk with a quit coach; and youth ages 13-17 can text "Start My Quit" to 36072 and chat with a quit coach at My Life, My Quit™.

This resource toolkit provides information and materials on the health risks of smoking and vaping, and tips for quitting to help prepare for the event!

Also available in Spanish: Secondhand Smoke; The Health Consequences of Smoking; The Truth About Vaping, E-Cigs, and Hookah Pens and E-Cigarettes: 8 Things Everyone Should Know

Also available in Spanish: Quitting Smoking, Common Problems, Good Solutions and Top Ten Steps To Quitting Smoking

Also available in Spanish: Want to Feel Stressed Out?; Be Shareable: Gum Disease; Be Shareable: Wrinkles; and Be Shareable: Lungs.

The Connecticut Clearinghouse is a statewide comprehensive library and resource center for information and materials on substance use, mental health, prevention, health promotion, harm reduction, treatment, recovery, wellness, and related topics. We offer materials such as posters, and pamphlets, library books, and DVDs, and provide access to e-books, and streaming media. Our services and resources are available for professionals, students, parents and the general Connecticut public. We are funded by the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services.

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