Access to robust, evidence-based smoking cessation is essential for improving public health and reducing healthcare costs.

Across the U.S. and around the world, cities, states and countries do not provide equal access to nor equal support of the necessary tobacco cessation services.

Advocates and policymakers play a crucial role in supporting effective cessation strategies.

Summarizing important points from the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the American Lung Association (ALA), this fact sheet provides detailed recommendations to enhance smoking cessation efforts.