During the month of August, Our Healthy Kentucky Home focuses on preventing and treating tobacco use, including smoking, vaping, using dip and other tobacco products.
Cigarette smoking is the number one preventable cause of death, disease and disability in our nation. Electronic cigarettes, sometimes called e-cigarettes or vapes, are similarly risky. Almost all e-cigarettes contain nicotine, the addictive substance in cigarettes and other tobacco products, as well as other harmful substances.
Both smoking and vaping can increase your risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, stroke, and other health problems. By incorporating modest changes into your daily routine, you can begin your journey to a healthier, tobacco-free you.
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Healthy Habits to Improve Your HealthIncorporating healthy habits into your daily and weekly routine such as eating 2 servings of fruits or vegetables daily, exercising at least 30 minutes 3 times per week and engaging with others to stay connected can help you quit smoking and prevent cravings.
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Hey Kentucky! Did you know? Certain types of foods may help reduce nicotine cravings. Others may help people break the habit of smoking cigarettes by making cigarettes taste unpleasant or by replacing the hand-to-mouth action of smoking. Give your mouth something to do to resist a craving. Chew on sugarless gum, or munch on raw carrots, nuts or sunflower seeds. To learn more visit: OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov. Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign.
Studies show that even short periods of physical activity, especially aerobic exercise, such as walking, swimming, running and cycling reduce the urge to smoke. Exercise has other benefits too such as strengthening heart and lungs, increases your ability to cope with stress, and improves mood. To learn more visit: OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov. Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign.
Quitting smoking or vaping can be a challenging journey, but it is not one that you have to face alone. Joining a support group can provide you with the encouragement, motivation, and resources you need to successfully quit tobacco. Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign today by visiting OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov
Quit Now Kentucky is a free tobacco treatment program based on proven strategies that have helped more than 1.5 million people quit tobacco. Through 1-800-QUIT-NOW you’ll have access to professional quit coaches and an online community who can connect you with resources and provide the support you need. Start your quit journey today by visiting: https://www.quitnowkentucky.org today! #QuitNowKentucky. Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign today by visiting OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov
E-cigarettes or vapes are the most commonly used tobacco product among U.S. youth. No tobacco products, including e-cigarettes or vapes, are safe, especially for children, teens and young adults. Want to start your quit journey? Success is possible with the right help! Text “Start My Quit” to 36072 for free, confidential help to quit vaping, smoking or chewing. For more information visit: www.mylifemyquit.com #MyLifeMyQuit.
Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign today by visiting OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov
Through the Kentucky Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Program you have access to free resources to help you quit smoking, vaping or using other tobacco products. To learn more visit: www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dpqi/cdpb/Pages/tobcessation.aspx. Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign.
Hey fellow Kentuckians! Did you know? Within the state of Kentucky all public and commercial health insurance plans are required to cover quit-smoking medications and services. Most Kentuckians can receive these medications and services at no cost to them. Talk to your health care provider today to see if you qualify. Learn more at: OurHealthyKYHome.ky.gov. Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign.