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Media Release: New Data Highlights the Importance of Tobacco Quitlines

Friday, June 20, 2025  
Posted by: Natalia Gromov
The North American Quitline Consortium (NAQC) reports that over 250,000 Americans sought help from state tobacco quitlines in 2024, at an average cost of just $2.72 per smoker. Despite their proven success, federal budget cuts threaten their future, leading to staff layoffs and jeopardizing quit rates. As World No Tobacco Day approaches, advocates urge lawmakers to act swiftly to secure funding and protect these vital public health resources.
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