Military Service Members and Veterans
You Can Stop Using Tobacco
Active-duty service members and veterans are more likely to use tobacco than civilians, with many starting after joining the military. Smoking harms nearly every organ and can worsen other health issues like PTSD, depression, anxiety, or substance use disorder.
Take Action
Breaking free from smoking, vaping, pouches, or chew can change your life. When you stop, you gain more energy, better health, and a clearer mind. Your body starts to heal, and you feel stronger and in control.
The Maine QuitLink offers free tools, support, and personalized plans to help you succeed. With the right resources, like medications, you can stay on track and increase your chance of success.
Resources for Military Service Members and Veterans
SmokefreeVET Text Program: Text VET to 47848
Quit VET, VA’s Free Telephone Quitline: 1-855-QUIT-VET
Ready to Quit?
Quitting tobacco is one of the best decisions you can make for your health and future—and you don’t have to do it alone. With free, personalized quit plans, and medications to control cravings, you’ll have everything you need to quit successfully and start feeling the benefits right away. Don’t wait—take the first step toward a tobacco-free life today.
Talk to a Quit Coach
Get free, 1-on-1 phone coaching with a trained Quit Coach to make your own quit plan. People who join are twice as likely to quit, and using free nicotine gum, patches, or lozenges can triple your chances.
- 12 weeks of free gum, patches, or lozenges
- Talk with a Quit Coach
- Unlimited support
Sign Up for Online Tools
Take control of your quit journey with easy-to-use online tools. Customize a quit plan, stay motivated, and track your progress using the online dashboard. Start today and build a plan made just for you.
- Free 4-week starter kit of patch, gum, or lozenges
- Text message support
- Chat online with a coach