"Former U.S. Surgeons General Join CDC's New Campaign to End Menthol Cigarette Use"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
The CDC has launched the 2024 version of its national tobacco education campaign to help people quit smoking, with a focus on menthol cigarettes. The campaign features real stories of former smokers and provides free resources to assist with quitting. Smoking remains the leading cause of preventable disease and death in the U.S., and menthol cigarettes carry a higher health risk. The CDC recommends developing a personal plan to quit, avoiding triggers, finding distractions, and seeking medication and counseling support.