Join the Great American Smokeout

The American Cancer Society sponsors the Great American Smokeout on the third Thursday of November (November 20), challenging those who smoke to give up cigarettes for 24 hours.

"Quitting smoking isn’t easy. It takes time. And a plan. You don’t have to stop smoking in one day. Start with day one. Let the Great American Smokeout event be your day to start your journey toward a smoke-free life!"

Although cigarette smoking rates have been declining for decades, cigarette smoking remains the most preventable cause of serious illness and death.

It’s not too late to quit using tobacco. No matter your age or how long you’ve been smoking, quitting improves some aspects of your health immediately and even more over the long term. 

Giving up smoking is a difficult journey, but you can increase your chances of success with a good plan and support. Getting help through counseling and medications doubles or even triples your chances of quitting successfully. 

Learn more and access resources from the American Cancer Society.