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Helping British Columbians quit nicotine or tobacco. Operated by @BCLungFdn and funded by the BC Ministry of Health. RTs ≠ endorsements.
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Joined October 2009
Today is World Lung Cancer Day. If you quit smoking today, your lung function can improve by as much as 30% after only 2-3 weeks. Everyone deserves care and respect. There is still hope. Quitting is possible.
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Learn from one of our expert Quit Coaches at this month's group support session. Discover the importance of smoke-free locations, the effects of second-hand smoke, and the methods available to reduce nicotine consumption. Register here: https://t.co/iydypEvJ9t
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Turning to nicotine is a common coping mechanism when dealing with mental health stressors, like discrimination. QuitNow provides a safe, judgement-free space to help you take the steps to protect your health.🌟
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Today is Oral Health Day! Oral health impacts how we talk and eat to how we breathe. It also happens to be the international Day of Happiness today, so make your Quit Plan today and give yourself one more reason to smile! https://t.co/F2a4fAiE3h
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Today is International Women’s Day! Health disparities impact all women and people assigned female at birth, for example research shows that smoking affects people differently based on sex and gender. We believe in equal healthcare and healthier futures for all!
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Quitting will always be worth it, but don't just take it from us! ➡️Read more forum posts from QuitNow clients or write your own here: https://t.co/eX6E21yrsp
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Smoking is related to many types of cancer including stomach and liver. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in Canada and mainly caused by smoking. There is hope. You can reduce your risk of cancer the longer you are smoke-free. Get support: https://t.co/g8jxCTDwab
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➡️National non-smoking week starts today. Feel empowered to quit by joining the many others who are leaving cigarettes behind this week 💪 Let's support each other in our quit journey! Join others who are quitting here: https://t.co/eX6E21yrsp
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Is your New Year's resolution losing steam? Join Quit Week BC! This month we are giving away FIVE $150 gift cards! 🎁 Stay quit for the whole week, or just one day, and be entered to win! ➡️Sign up here: https://t.co/EnTcxCx3OD
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Want to make 2025 your year? Try starting small and working your way up. If your goal is to quit smoking, start with reducing. Here's to a healthier, happier, and more empowered you!💫 Learn how to reduce smoking here: https://t.co/pwPG5gK1Qw
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💪Ready to leave nicotine behind in 2024? Be countdown ready by giving yourself a head start. You can do this! Find more tips on getting ready for your quit day here: https://t.co/mz0w3QfZVU
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Want to quit, but can't commit to a date? Give it a try with our Quit Week BC contest starting this Monday and you could win big!💫 Register here: https://t.co/EnTcxCx3OD
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Approximately 1 in 15 Canadians will be diagnosed with lung cancer and a majority of these cases will be caused by smoking. Take the steps towards a healthier future with QuitNow! https://t.co/F2a4fAiE3h
#lungcancerawarenessmonth
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Our next support session is coming up this week, join for an opportunity to learn directly from one of our expert Quit Coaches about cancer care and quitting smoking: https://t.co/iydypEvJ9t
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Join us for two 2-hour sessions and leave with a renewed confidence for treating nicotine dependence. These facilitated training sessions will cover current topics and trends for nicotine cessation. View session times and book your workshop here: https://t.co/9ZFzm4wlwu
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Today is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Traditional tobacco plays a sacred role in many First Nations communities, whereas many Indigenous communities have been disproportionately burdened by commercial tobacco use. Check out https://t.co/AuMZ3WcQ4R for more.
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If you are having to smoke or vape less due to poor air quality and staying indoors but are finding it difficult with cravings, we have resources that can help you get through it. Visit: https://t.co/9HqeifBA3i We're thinking of all those impacted by wildfires across the province
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Climate change has made forest fires a challenging “norm." Quitting smoking not only has many health benefits but it also helps preserve the environment. Discarded smokes and matches are a leading cause of forest fires. Let’s work together to preserve our province’s clean air!
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Today is World Lung Cancer Day. Almost 90% of lung cancer cases are caused by smoking. Making the decision to quit is literally life-changing for your lung health. After only 2-3 weeks, lung function can increase by as much as 30%! Visit https://t.co/F2a4fAiE3h.
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Our Text Tips service is a free 3-month text messaging program that offers tips, information, and support to help with your quit journey. It’s easy! Just text QUITNOW to 654321 and you’ll start receiving messages for free! For more details, visit https://t.co/AOCNzakGON
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