Smoking Prevention and Control
It's Never Too Late to Quit
No matter how long someone has smoked, it's still possible to quit! Quitting now will lead to living a longer and healthier life. The body, mind, and environment will begin to benefit right away, including:
- Lower heart rate and steadier blood pressure
- More oxygen will reach the heart, lungs, and muscles to improve strength and energy
- Food will taste better as sense of smell and taste return
- Reduced risk of developing serious illnesses such as bronchitis, pneumonia, heart disease, or lung cancer
- Physical appearance will improve, including skin tone, whiter teeth, better breath, and smoke-free clothing
- Protection for loved ones from secondhand smoke
- Improved sense of self by investing in overall health and quality of life
- Savings from not buying cigarettes or smoking accessories and spending less on healthcare-related expenses
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Reminder: switching to vaping products or e-cigarettes is not a solution!
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Vaping and E-Cigarette Regulations
Electronic cigarettes ("e-cigs" or other related vaping products) are not safer than regular cigarettes, and have been associated with a recent emergence of severe lung disease in individuals around the US.
In 2017, Allegheny County ratified amendments enacted by the county's Board of Health surrounding electronic cigarettes and vaping products. These regulations prohibit the use of e-cigarettes and vaping products in indoor public places where cigarettes are already prohibited, and are as follows: