About Smokeout

Every November, smokers across the nation take part in the Great American Smokeout by smoking less or quitting for the day.


Advocacy

Together we can be successful in eliminating suffering and death due to cancer.


Smokeout Resources on Cancer.org
Questions About Smoking, Tobacco, and Health
Are menthol cigarettes any safer than regular ones? Just what is smoker's cough, anyway? Get answers to these and other frequently asked questions
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News from the ACS News Center
Revised Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines: What Has--and Hasn't--Changed
Revised prostate cancer screening guidelines from the American Cancer Society offer clearer guidance on what you should discuss with your doctor before you decide whether to be tested for prostate cancer.

Can Aspirin Reduce the Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence?
A new study finds that women who take aspirin regularly after breast cancer treatment may have a lower risk of breast cancer death and recurrence. Experts caution more research is needed.

Prostate Cancer Hormone Therapy May Increase Heart Risk
While hormone therapy is beneficial for many men with prostate cancer, there is growing concern that it may increase heart disease risk factors, according to a new report by leading health organizations.

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Reasons to Quit
Need some motivation to quit? We've got more than a few good reasons.

When Smokers Quit—The Health Benefits Over Time

It takes just minutes for your body to start healing after you quit smoking. Learn what you can look forward to when you kick the habit.
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Calculator: How Many Cigarettes Is That?

Find out how many cigarettes are consumed over a given period of time.
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Calculator: How Much Does It Cost You?

Use our calculator to see how much cigarettes cost you.
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Secondhand Smoke

Smokers aren't the only ones being harmed by their habit. Secondhand smoke kills, too. Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones.
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