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Need to Change |
There is no “safe” amount of secondhand smoke. Learn how you can help at Show Me Smoke Free |  |
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Employees Aren’t Protected |
There is no “safe” amount of secondhand smoke. Learn how you can help at Show Me Smoke Free |  |
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Families Aren’t Protected |
There is no “safe” amount of secondhand smoke. Learn how you can help by visiting Show Me Smoke Free |  |
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Instant Harm |
For our families and our future—Missouri's smokefree laws start with us. Learn how to take action now at Show Me Smoke Free #ShowMeSmokefree |
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10% of Our Workforce |
Secondhand smoke in the workplace is a top cancer risk to workers who don't smoke. Together, we can make a difference. Visit Show Me Smoke Free | ||
80% of Missourians |
Did you know that 1,200 Missourians lose their lives to secondhand smoke every year? We can prevent this. Join us at Show Me Smoke Free | ||
Being Exposed |
Secondhand smoke in workplaces is a major health hazard. Stand with us for smokefree air laws that ensure a safe environment for every Missourian. Learn how you can take action at Show Me Smoke Free | ||
I Don’t Even Smoke |
Under current laws, less than 1/3 of us are shielded from secondhand smoke. Together, we can protect our families. Learn how you can take action at Show Me Smoke Free |
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The Law |
Every year, 1,200 Missourians die from secondhand smoke. Let's work together for a healthier, smokefree Missouri. Learn more at Show Me Smoke Free |
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Only 1 in 3 |
Supporting new smokefree laws is vital as 1,200 lives are claimed by secondhand smoke every year in Missouri. Let's champion change for our families' futures. Learn how you can take action at Show Me Smoke Free |
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I Can’t do Anything |
Under current laws, less than 1/3 of us are shielded from secondhand smoke. Together, we can protect our families. Learn how you can take action at Show Me Smoke Free |
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I’ll Protect Myself |
Together, we can clear the air! In Missouri, 10% of workers are still exposed to secondhand smoke. Support new smokefree laws to safeguard our workforce and families. Learn how you can take action at Show Me Smoke Free |
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I’m Not Protected |
Designated smoking areas don’t protect other patrons or workers from inhaling smoke. Learn how you can improve Missouri's smokefree air laws at Showmesmokefree.com |
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We Don’t Smoke |
Each year, 1,200 Missourians are lost to secondhand smoke. It's time to act together for smokefree laws that protect us all. Support new laws for a healthier Missouri. Learn how you can take action at Show Me Smoke Free |
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Health Support NEW!
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A Pro on Your Side |
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A Pro on Your Side |
Every cigarette puts your health at risk sooner. Smoking can increase your chance of getting diabetes five years earlier than being smoke-free. Get free quit support, tools, and tips from Missouri Tobacco Quit Services to help lower your risk. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or go to Missouri Tobacco Quit Services |
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Brought to you by Smoking |
Smoking increases your risk for various diseases earlier in life. Lower your risk by letting Missouri Tobacco Quit Services support your next quit attempt. For free help to quit, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (784-8669). Language options available. |
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Brought to you by Smoking |
Smoking can put you at risk earlier in life. Missouri Tobacco Quit Services is here to support your next quit attempt and lower your risk. Get resources to help you quit at Missouri Tobacco Quit Services. #youcnaquitmo |
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Free Help |
Quitting smoking isn't easy, but you don't have to do it alone. Our trained coaches have free resources to support you. Help is available to quit smoking, including free nicotine replacement therapy such as patches and gum; visit Missouri Tobacco Quit Services |
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New Quit Services NEW!
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You Can Quit. |
Ready to quit tobacco? We’re here to help with free coaching, medications such as nicotine patches or gum and support. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit Missouri Tobacco Quit Services to get started. |
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No Judgment. |
Our caring coaches understand what you’re going through. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit Missouri Tobacco Quit Services. We can help you kick the addiction for good. |
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Take the First Step |
You know tobacco is bad for you, but it can be hard to know just how to quit. Let us help you on your journey. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit Missouri Tobacco Quit Services for free and confidential coaching. |
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Referrals |
Whether you prefer calls, texts or online chats, our coaches are here to help you quit tobacco your way. Enroll in Missouri Tobacco Quit Services for free help to quit by calling 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visiting Missouri Tobacco Quit Services |
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CDC Menthol TIPS
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| Menthol in cigarettes can make them more appealing to young people and people who have never used tobacco products. Learn more about Tammy’s experience at Tips from Former Smokers | CDC #cdctips |  |
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| Menthol is added to many tobacco products. It creates a cooling sensation in the throat and airways, which makes smoking feel less harsh. Learn more about Noel’s experience at Tips from Former Smokers | CDC #cdctips |  |
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| Youth, racial and ethnic minority groups, women, and people identifying as LGBTQ+, with a low income , or with mental health conditions are more likely to smoke menthol cigarettes than other groups. Learn more about John’s experience at Tips from Former Smokers | CDC #cdctips
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| Tobacco companies aggressively market to many communities, including African American and LGBTQ+ communities. Learn more about Ethan’s experience at Tips from Former Smokers | CDC #cdctips |  |
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| Menthol cigarettes contribute to tobacco-related health disparities in the United States. Learn more about Elizabeth and Stephen’s experience at Tips from Former Smokers | CDC #cdctips |  |
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| Menthol enhances the effects of nicotine on the brain and can make tobacco products even more addictive. Learn more about Angie’s experience at Tips from Former Smokers | CDC #cdctips |  |
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Behind The Haze
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| Trust us. If vaping has you feeling “off,” you’re not alone. Learn more at: Behind The Haze MO #behindthehaze #vape |  |
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Don’t Let Vapes Deplete You |
The nicotine in vapes messes with your brain chemistry, affecting neurotransmitters, like dopamine and serotonin. This change can bring you down, and it only gets worse the longer you vape. Behind The Haze MO #behindthehaze #vape |  |
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Don’t let vapes control how you feel |
Nicotine takes control. Take back control of your life. Visit Behind The Haze MO #behindthehaze #vape | ||
Vaping Isn’t You |
Those days where you just feel “off” aren’t the best, and vaping nicotine can greatly increase that feeling. Nicotine affects serotonin levels in the brain, making you feel unlike yourself. Visit Behind The Haze MO #behindthehaze #vape |  |
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Restless |
Nicotine makes you feel restless Visit Behind The Haze MO. For more information on nicotine and how it messes with your brain. #behindthehaze #vape | ||
Emotions |
Vaping nicotine causes changes to your brain's neurotransmitters, like dopamine, making you feel moody and worse over time. Don’t let vaping nicotine mess with your emotions. Behind The Haze MO. #behindthehaze #vape | ||
Mood Swings |
The nicotine in vapes causes a chemical imbalance in your brain, and over time, takes a toll on your mood. Learn the facts at Behind The Haze MO. #behindthehaze #vape |  |
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My Life My Quit
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My Life My Quit |
A way to kick vaping that works! My Life My Quit has the tools to be successful. #mylifemyquit #ditchthevape |
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What Finally Worked |
Finally, a quit program for teens that works. From custom quit plans to coaching support, My Life, My Quit helps you ditch vaping, and it's free. Enroll online at My Life, My Quit, or text "Start My Quit" to 36072 to sign up. |
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Free Support |
Quitting without a plan only works for so long. Coaching from My Life, My Quit can teach you when, where, and how to dodge vaping and stick to quitting. And it's FREE! To sign up, text "Start My Quit" to 36072 or head to My Life, My Quit. |
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Make a Quit Plan |
Saving money, a big game, a scratchy throat ... No matter what's driving you to ditch vaping, coaches from My Life, My Quit can help you make a plan to lock in your quit. 🔒💪 Sign up for free by texting "Start My Quit" to 36072 |
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Bad Vibes |
Stress throwing off your attempts to quit? It's time to try something new. With proven tips and free coaching support, My Life, My Quit helps you finally ditch vaping and thrive nicotine-free. To sign up, text "Start My Quit" to 36072, or head to My Life, My Quit. |
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Kick Vaping –My Life My Quit |
Encourage teens 13-17 to text "Start My Quit" to 36072 or visit My Life My Quit to chat with a Coach. #mylifemyquit Teens can sign up for free quit tips and tools! |
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September 2025
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Next to Rise |
Difference makers on the rise! More than 20 high school youth leaders met with local and state leaders to network, learn together and showcase their work promoting smoke-free air in Missouri. Next to Rise aims to increase the number of indoor public spaces that are 100% smoke and vape-free in Missouri. To learn more, visit NextToRise.org! |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GLzEFTxPs24 | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GLzEFTxPs24 |
Infant Mortality Awareness Month |
Keep your little ones safe and quit using tobacco for good. Get free help to quit smoking or vaping. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (784-8669) or visit YouCanQuit.org to connect with a quit coach and get free nicotine patches and gum. |
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World Heart DaySeptember 29 |
Smoking can show up in your health uninvited. That uptick in prescriptions is just one sign that smoking may be making you more susceptible to cardiovascular risks earlier in life. Missouri Tobacco Quit Services is proven to help you quit smoking so you can lower your risk. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (784-8669) or visit YouCanQuit.org. #healthsupport #youcanquitMO |
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Back to School Month |
Between school, friends, and everything else students have a lot on their plates. Nicotine addiction shouldn't be added to it, so talk to your students this school year about quitting e-cigarettes. Find educator resources at TobaccoIsChanging.org/Educators. |
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Healthy Aging MonthAugust 26 |
Quitting smoking can help clear up blemishes and protect your skin from premature aging and wrinkles. Take advantage of the most effective anti-aging formula and get free coaching support by phone, text, or online at YouCanQuit.org. #youcanquitMO |
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August 2025
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Back to School |
PREPARE FOR A SMOKE-FREE SEND-OFF! Start the school year off stronger, healthier, and more confident. For free help to quit, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (784-8669). |
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World Lung Cancer DayAugust 1 |
More people die from lung cancer than from colon, breast, and prostate cancers combined. Screenings are key! Visit Project CONNECT to see if a lung cancer screening suits you. For free help to quit, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (784-8669). |
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Thirdhand Smoke |
Thirdhand smoke contains toxic chemicals that stick to surfaces and objects like car seats. This residue can be released into the air or gather in car dust. Exposure to thirdhand smoke is harmful, especially to children and pets. Read more here: Your Home and Car | Smoke Free Environments |
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National Fresh Breath DayAugust 6 |
Quitting smoking promotes natural healing and reduces further damage to a patient’s oral health. Sign up for free quit support to double your quit success at Missouri Tobacco Quit Services. #freshbreathday |
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National Dog DayAugust 26 |
It's #NationalDogDay! Studies have shown that people with dogs have lower blood pressure and overall stress levels. Nicotine and vaping increase feelings of stress. Create a healthier you and a healthier home for your dog, call-1-800-QUIT-NOW today. #youcanquitMO #dogday |
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National Healthy Homes |
You can keep your home smoke-free, but outside of the home is more challenging. See where Missourians are exposed to secondhand smoke at Smoke Free Environments |
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July 2025
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Pow-Wow Season |
Nathan never smoked cigarettes, but he worked in a smoky casino, and that permanently damaged his lungs. Nathan spoke out about the dangers of secondhand smoke as part of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's "Tips From Former Smokers" campaign. Nathan died at 54 of illnesses caused by secondhand smoke exposure. Watch his story. |
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers - Nathan M.’s Tip Ad | CDC: Tips From Former Smokers - Nathan M.’s Tip Ad |
Independence DayJuly 4 |
This 4th of July, celebrate your freedom from tobacco and start living your smoke-free life! Help is available, including free nicotine replacement therapies such as patches and gum. Visit Missouri Tobacco Quit Services |
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National Parents Day |
There’s no perfect way to start the conversation, but youth care about what their parents think. Being open to communication is important! Encourage your teens 13-17 to text "Start My Quit" to 36072 or visit Mylifemyquit.org to chat with a Coach. |
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Summer |
Summer is the perfect time to get healthy. Kick off summer smokefree and start your quit journey. Access free support and quit medications like the patch and gum HERE! |
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Be Free.Live Proud. |
Interested in learning about the benefits you can expect from quitting? Check out Missouri Tobacco Quit Services to find out more. #freetobesmokefree |
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Show Me Smokefree |
For our families and our future—Missouri's smoke-free communities start with us. Learn more at Show Me Smoke Free #ShowMeSmokefree |
It's Time to Support Smokefree Laws in Missouri for a Healthier Community | It's Time to Support Smokefree Laws in Missouri for a Healthier Community/ watch?v=sd5pjSu1AJI |
Tobacco Is Changing |
Tobacco is changing! Learn about the new products tobacco companies are marketing to our kids and talk to school leaders about tobacco-free schools. Take action at Tobacco Is Changing |
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June 2025
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Men's Health Month |
This #MensHealthMonth, don’t just quit smoking for you, but for all the men in your life. Set a healthier example for those around you. Visit Missouri Tobacco Quit Services to learn more about the benefits of quitting. |
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National Safety Month |
Did you know that 1,200 Missourians lose their lives to secondhand smoke every year? We can prevent this. Join us at Show Me Smoke Free #ProudToBeSmokeFree |
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Be Free. |
Our community is strong – Let’s quit together! Visit Missouri Tobacco Quit Services for free help. #ProudToBeSmokeFree |
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National Cancer Survivors DayJune 1 |
People who smoke are at risk for 12 different types of cancer. Help is available, including free nicotine replacement therapy such as patches and gum. Visit Missouri Tobacco Quit Services |
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World Environment DayJune 5 |
Cigarette butts are the most common type of litter. Tobacco products pollute the water and can poison wildlife. Learn more from the Public Health Law Center about safety concerns, disposal options and recycling at: What a Waste! |
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National Children's DayJune 8 |
Children who live in apartments are more likely to breathe secondhand smoke. When rental properties offer smoke/vape-free policies that protect all people, everybody wins! Especially our children! #nationalchildrensday |
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National HIV Testing DayJune 27 |
People living with HIV face the risk of heart disease, cancer, serious lung diseases and infections such as pneumonia, and other illnesses from smoking. There is no “safe” amount of secondhand smoke. Learn how you can help at Showmesmokefree.com Visit Missouri Tobacco Quit Services to start your quit journey. Empower yourself with knowledge and resources about HIV testing HERE! |
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