CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – Shawn W.’s Struggle to Quit Smoking
In this video, Shawn talks about his addiction to cigarettes and his struggle to quit smoking, even after throat cancer. It wasn’t until his voice box was removed that he quit. He finally realized, “You either quit smoking or you’re going to die.” This video is part of CDC’s _Tips From Former Smokers_ ® ( […]
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – James F.’s: “I Can’t Be Diabetic and Smoke Too”
When James was told he had diabetes, he knew he had to stop smoking in order to better manage his health. His healthcare provider told him that he needed to exercise more, and he found that smoking cigarettes made exercising difficult. For James, this became an important reason to quit smoking for good. This video […]
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – Beatrice R.: “I Told Everyone I Stopped Smoking”
Beatrice describes some of the techniques she used to recognize and avoid her smoking triggers that helped her to quit smoking. Even though it was hard to do, by making a plan and sticking to it, she beat her addiction to menthol cigarettes and stopped smoking for good. This video is part of CDC’s campaign, […]
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – James F.’s: “No, I Won’t Buy You Smokes”
You never know when a decision you make could undermine your choice to quit smoking. James describes a moment he had with his roommate after he had resolved to stop smoking cigarettes. James realized the potential for relapse, and took steps to make sure that it didn’t happen. This video is part of CDC’s campaign, […]
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – Roosevelt S.: “Younger Smokers Think They Aren’t Addicted”
Roosevelt tried to stop smoking cigarettes many times before he succeeded. He talks about smokers who try to fool themselves about their addiction, even though most of them want to quit smoking. This video is part of CDC’s campaign, _Tips From Former Smokers_ ® ( _Tips_ ® ). Comments on this video are allowed in […]
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – Roosevelt S.: “Stop Believing That Lie”
Roosevelt talks about how hard it is to quit smoking, and that people often lie to themselves about the effects of smoking cigarettes. He emphasizes that it’s important to try to stop smoking, both for yourself and for your loved ones. This video is part of CDC’s campaign, _Tips From Former Smokers_ ® ( _Tips_ […]
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – Roosevelt S.: “It’s Hard to Quit”
Even when the effects of smoking stare you in the face, it can be hard to stop smoking. Roosevelt talks about how difficult it was for him to quit smoking cigarettes even after having heart bypass surgery. This video is part of CDC’s campaign, _Tips From Former Smokers_ ® ( _Tips_ ® ). Comments on […]
CDC: Tips From Former Smokers – Shane T.’s Story
Shane, whose throat cancer was a result of smoking, discusses how he didn’t realize the health complications that could result from tobacco use in this video from CDC’s _Tips From Former Smokers_ ® ( _Tips_ ® ) campaign. Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy: http://www.cdc.gov/SocialMedia/Tools/CommentPolicy.html This video can also […]
CDC: Tips from Former Smokers – Anthem Ad
This TV ad from CDC’s _Tips From Former Smokers_ ® ( _Tips_ ® ) campaign, features Shane T., Sharon A., and Shawn W. — three people who have stomas as a result of their cigarette smoking. They provide tips on how to live with this condition. Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with […]
CDC: Tips from Former Smokers – Buerger’s Disease Ad
Smoking causes Buerger’s disease, which can lead to amputations. In this TV ad, Brandon and Marie talk about living with the effects of Buerger’s disease as part of CDC’s _Tips From Former Smokers_ ® ( _Tips_ ® ) campaign. Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy: http://www.cdc.gov/SocialMedia/Tools/CommentPolicy.html This video can […]