Quitting smoking can be challenging and may require multiple attempts. The most important thing is to try. Almost 50 million smokers have successfully quit. There are many resources available to help smokers quit.

North Carolina has a Tobacco Use Quitline at 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669). Callers can speak to trained tobacco quitting specialists. The quitline provides free support and information for all North Carolinians.