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Do I need willpower to quit?

October 8, 2017

What if we told you it’s not about willpower?

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I’ve just quit nicotine - how long until the cravings go away?

June 28, 2024

Why do some of us still get cravings weeks, months or even years after quitting nicotine?

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Be smoke-free for your family

May 4, 2021

Hear Levi talking about the joys of being smoke-free for her family and what she has found most rewarding about being smoke-free with a newborn.

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Quit Methods

There are so many different ways to quit, find the one that will work for you.

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Quit Apps

Free apps such as My QuitBuddy can be a fun and practical way to quit and stay smoke-free.

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Real Quitting Experiences

There are more ex-smokers today than there are smokers. Find out how they did it by reading their stories.

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We publish blogs on many different tobacco-related topics, you're sure to learn something new.

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The Quitline is a confidential telephone advice and information service for people who want to quit smoking.

My QuitBuddy App

The My QuitBuddy App tracks your quitting progress, such as days smoke-free, cigarettes avoided, health gained and dollars saved.

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Proven Tips To Quit

Some people think quitting is about willpower, but to quit successfully means being prepared, and understanding your smoking triggers.

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