If you smoke, quitting smoking is the most important step you can take to protect your lungs. It is NEVER too late to quit. The US Surgeon General has said, “Smoking cessation [stopping smoking] represents the single most important step that smokers can take to enhance the length and quality of their lives.” It is hard to quit smoking, but you can do it. To have the best chance of quitting tobacco, you need to know what you’re up against, what your options are, and where to go for help. You’ll find this information here.