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Working towards a nicotine free Newfoundland and Labrador. #truthaboutvaping

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Quitting smoking reduces stroke risk and helps protect your heart and brain.
Also know the signs of stroke: FAST = Face, Arms, Speech, Time.
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#WorldStrokeDay

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Wildlife may mistake discarded cigarette butts and vape pods for food. Help protect our birds, fish and other wildlife by keeping nicotine and plastic waste out of nature—and choosing smoke-free and vape-free.

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New school year. New routines. Important conversations.
Talk with your teen about vaping, nicotine and the pressures they may encounter. Start with questions, not assumptions and keep the conversation open.
Health Canada's Tip Sheet: https://t.co/YaslCtpAyi

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For moms who smoke, quitting can be difficult. Whether you’re ready to quit, reduce your smoking or consider your next step, support is available.
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If you are heading to the cabin, camping or going to see Nan and Pop...remember that your vehicle needs to be smoke and vape-free when children are present.

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One small cigarette butt can have a big impact. Help prevent roadside and wildfire risk: keep ash and cigarette butts in the vehicle, not on the road.

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Healthy aging means protecting your heart and lungs so you can stay active and independent longer. This Seniors Month, ACT recognizes the changes that can come from taking one step toward a smoke-free life. If you smoke, quitting is the best thing you can do for your health.

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June is Men’s Mental Health Month - a reminder that looking after yourself includes your physical AND mental health.
If nicotine has become part of your daily routine, support is available. Quitting smoking or vaping can improve breathing, energy, sleep, and overall well-being.

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2SLGBTQIA+ communities can be heavily targeted by the nicotine industry and experience higher smoking and vaping rates than the general population.
Pride Month is a reminder that everyone deserves a life of optimal health and well being. Quitting support is always available.

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May 31, 2026 is World No Tobacco Day. The benefits of quitting are felt almost immediately:
⏱️ In 20 minutes, your heart rate drops
🫁 2–12 weeks, your lung function improves
❤️ In 1 year, heart disease risk is cut in half

Take the next step, break the addiction.

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Quitting smoking helps more than your lungs and heart - your mouth benefits too.
Within about a year of quitting, the risk of gum disease starts to drop and your body responds better to treatment.

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Quitting smoking lowers colorectal cancer risk.
Screening helps detect it early.
Both steps can make a difference for your health.

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It’s not too late.
After your last cigarette, your heart begins to recover.
#HeartHealth #Quitsmoking

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Women are often the anchors of family health and well-being.
Quitting smoking allows your heart to begin healing, with benefits that reach beyond you.

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Your heart knows what matters to you. Quitting supports your heart—and your future. #quitsmoking #HeartHealth

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Heart health is built day by day.
Move more, eat well, and choose to live nicotine-free, one step at a time. #hearthealthmonth #quitsmoking

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High blood pressure can be silent.
Smoking increases the risk.
Quitting helps.
Support and info:
https://t.co/6cSL46Xna7 #HeartHealthMonth, #QuitSmoking