Tobacco Free Lancaster County (TFLC, tobaccofreelancastercounty.org) connects businesses across the community to resources that support tobacco cessation during the Great American Smokeout (GASO) on November 17 (and all year long). GASO has been hosted by the American Cancer Society for more than 40 years on the third Thursday of November. The GASO event challenges people to stop smoking and promotes the many tools they can use to help them quit and stay quit.
TFLC understands that the Great American Smokeout focuses on quitting smoking, but the tobacco industry has expanded the market to other products that are also addictive. These products, such as e-cigarettes (vaping) and nicotine pouches, often come in fruity or minty flavors designed to attract youth and young adults. This is why TFLC partnered with the Truth Initiative to provide a cessation text line specifically for 13- to 24-year-olds.
Simply text “GHOSTVAPE” to 88709 for free, confidential tips, resources, and support. Parents, guardians, and supportive adults can text “QUIT” to (202) 899-7550 to get free advice, tips, and inspiration to encourage someone struggling with vaping.
Visit tobaccofreelancastercounty.org/GASO to find your FREE resource guide for TFLC’s Great American Smokeout and to learn more about cessation options in Lincoln and Lancaster County.
Funding for Tobacco Free Lancaster County is provided by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services/Tobacco Free Nebraska Program as a result of the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement. For more information, go to tobaccofreelancastercounty.org.