Tobacco Free North Dakota

07/25/2025

Join us in wishing a very happy birthday to Jayce, the son of our executive director Heather. We hope you have a wonderful birthday today!

07/23/2025

Ni****ne is highly toxic to babies and toddlers. Most ni****ne poisoning cases, 76%, were babies and toddlers under age 2.

Ni****ne pouches are linked to much of the increase, with e-liquids used for v**es associated with the deaths of two little boys.

07/14/2025

TFND extends our heartfelt condolences to Lt. Governor Michelle Strinden and the Strinden family.

Tom Strinden, the husband of North Dakota Lt. Gov. Michelle Strinden, has died after a 17-month battle against brain cancer.

07/10/2025

The more data that comes out, the more it shows that va**ng is not safe. These products contain dangerous heavy metals, which can cause serious health issues.

A new study that found high levels of heavy metals in popular ni****ne v**es adds to concerns about the products.

07/09/2025

The Arizona Attorney General is taking more action against v**e stores selling their products to minors. AG Mayes has filed civil action against two stores that have "most persistently and recklessly sell to***co ni****ne products to Arizona youth."

PHOENIX – Attorney General Kris Mayes today announced her office is cracking down on v**e stores in the Valley for selling to***cos products to underage consumers.The Office of the Attorney General (AGO) has filed civil complaint against New York Smoke Shop LLC and Pro Source Supply LLC, Pro Sourc...

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July! We hope everyone has a happy and safe holiday!

07/01/2025

France, a country known for the glamorized image of smoking, is taking significant steps to protect their citizens from consequences of secondhand smoke.

France has introduced a new smoking ban to curb to***co use, a long-standing issue in the country. Starting July 1, smoking will be prohibited in parks, sports venues, beaches, bus stops, and areas near schools or where children gather.

06/15/2025

Happy Father's Day to all the great dads out there! We hope you have a relaxing day!

06/14/2025

🎉 Congratulations! You've made it to the end of Quit Week! 🎉

What an incredible journey it’s been! From the first courageous step to this proud moment, you’ve shown true strength, determination, and resilience. Each day, you faced challenges head-on, overcame cravings, and pushed through moments of doubt. That’s something to be proud of, and your journey doesn’t end here. Staying to***co-free is a lifelong commitment - it’s okay if it takes multiple attempts. What matters is your decision to keep moving forward, one day at a time.

Celebrate every victory. Stay strong, stay to***co-free. 💬 Need ongoing support? Connect with NDQuits, your local public health unit, or your healthcare provider for free coaching, tools, and resources to help you stay on track.
Visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits or call 1-800-QUIT-NOW.

06/13/2025

Quitting commercial to***co and ni****ne is a courageous leap toward reclaiming control of your health and future. 💪
Every to***co-free day is a victory – a sign of your strength, your resilience, and your commitment to something better. You don’t have to walk this path alone. Your local public health unit and NDQuits are here with support, resources, and encouragement every step of the way.

Rewrite your story. One to***co-free day at a time. Ready to begin? Visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits or call 1-800-QUIT-NOW to start your quit journey today.

06/12/2025

Quitting is tough – you don’t have to do it alone. 💛

It’s okay to ask for help. In fact, getting support can make all the difference. NDQuits offers free coaching and tools to help you through every step of your journey.
You’re not in this alone – and you can do this.

Every step forward is a win. Let’s take the next one together. 💬 Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits to start your quit journey today.

06/11/2025

🚫🧠The earlier someone starts using ni****ne, the faster it can rewire the brain and lead to stronger dependence. Most adults who use ni****ne products began when they were young and wish they had never started. While the goal is to help young people avoid these products altogether, NDQuits supports anyone ready to quit. NDQuits has a youth program called My Life My Quit. If you know a teen ready to quit, My Life My Quit offers free, confidential help. Support their future. Help them break free today.

📱 Encourage them to text "Start My Quit" to 36072 and start their journey toward a healthier, ni****ne-free future with My Life My Quit.