KUMC Smoke Lab

04/23/2024

Looking for a program to help you quit smoking? Check out our friends at Quit 2 Live + Kick it at Swope! They are a wonderful free research study through KU Medical Center.

04/22/2024

We are excited to announce that we have finished recruiting new participants for our study. HOWEVER, KU Medical Center has several other clinical trials that are recruiting smokers for to***co research, and several other great resources available to help you quit smoking! We will be sharing additional information about these resources later this week. Thank you to all who visited our page, completed our survey, or participated in our study!

04/19/2024

Help your body, mind, and wallet by quitting smoking! What would you do with the extra cash you saved?

Quitting smoking will not only help you add years to your life, but it will save you enough money to treat yourself! Learn how much money you could save by quitting: https://brnw.ch/21wIXxe

04/18/2024

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This National Minority Health Month, set your quit date. Quitting smoking can reduce your chances for smoking-related disease and add years to your life.

Find free resources, including a quit app, to help you become smoke-free: https://www.fda.gov/to***co-products/health-effects-to***co-use/quitting-smoking-and-other-to***co-public-health-resources?utm_source=CTPPartnerSocial&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=ctp-healthobservance

04/17/2024

Smoking affects your sleep, and sleep changes are a common challenge when quitting smoking. Establishing healthy sleep habits can make it easier to quit!

➡️Nicotine disrupts sleep and increases your risk of developing sleep conditions like sleep apnea.

➡️Especially in the first week after you quit smoking, it can be harder to get some shut eye because your body is withdrawing from ni****ne. BUT, you can overcome this challenge with a plan! The sleep hygiene tips below can give you a head start.

https://www.henryford.com/blog/2018/03/connection-between-sleep-ni****ne

Here are 5 tips to help you sleep better ⬇️

🔹 Be consistent. Go to bed at the same time each night and get up at the same time each morning, including on the weekends.
🔹 If possible, make your sleeping area quiet, dark, relaxing and at a comfortable temperature.
🔹 Limit your use of electronic devices, such as TVs, computers and smartphones, before sleeping.
🔹 Avoid large meals, caffeine and alcohol before bedtime.
🔹 Get some exercise. Being physically active during the day can help you fall asleep more easily at night.

04/16/2024

Cigarette smoke can get stuck in animal fur, bedding, and other soft surfaces around your house. Bonus of quitting smoking: it will help your furry best friend, too! 🐱

Pets that get exposed to secondhand smoke have a higher risk of some cancers and respiratory problems. The best thing you can do to protect them from secondhand smoke is to quit smoking.

04/15/2024

Build your team to support you as you quit smoking!

Getting support from the important people in your life can make a big difference in your mental health when you quit smoking. Friends, family, co-workers, and others can be there for you. Ask for help!

04/12/2024

04/11/2024

Stress is one of the most common reasons for setbacks on a journey to quit smoking. Life is crazy and sometimes things are out of our hands, BUT having tools to reduce stress can get you through those crazy times without a cigarette. If you're thinking about quitting smoking, help yourself prepare by asking yourself: how do I manage stress?

If you are experiencing stress, you are not alone😞. Here are some tips to help you cope with stress.

04/09/2024

Did you know? Just 20 minutes after quitting smoking, your blood pressure and pulse return to your "normal"--the levels you would have if you didn't smoke. Every hour adds up! Stick with it!

https://www.webmd.com/smoking-cessation/ss/slideshow-effects-of-quitting-smoking

04/08/2024

Enjoy the eclipse and stay safe today, everyone! 👀

Johnson County will experience a partial solar eclipse on Monday, April 8 between 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m., with the max coverage being closer to 1:50 p.m.

Safety is paramount when viewing any solar event. Follow these tips help ensure a memorable and safe viewing experience.

More safety tips from NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration ➡️ bit.ly/43QaQxW

04/04/2024

This week, CDC joins American Public Health Association to celebrate National Public Health Week. We encourage everyone to work together to make it easier for communities to access the public health resources they need to make their communities healthier, safer, and stronger. Together, we can make sure every person has access to the support and care they need for a healthier life. www.NPHW.org.

04/03/2024

Do you have high blood pressure? Or does high blood pressure run in the family? You can reduce your risk!

Avoid smoking ☑️
Eat your veggies 🥦
Get moving 👟

This is how you can prevent high blood pressure:
❗️Reduce 🧂 to less than 5g/day
❗️Avoid saturated fats & trans fats 🍔
❗️Avoid 🚬
❗️Reduce 🍷
❕Eat 🍎 and 🥦 regularly
❕Be active

04/02/2024

Many people are hesitant to quit smoking because it seems to help relieve stress and anxiety. ‼️BUT smoking actually increases anxiety and tension after the initial relief with a cigarette. Studies show that people who quit smoking have lower anxiety, depression, and stress, and can improve their moods and overall mental health!

Ready to break free from this vicious cycle?

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/quit-smoking/stopping-smoking-mental-health-benefits/ #:~:text=Smoking%2C%20anxiety%20and%20mood,smoke%20than%20adults%20without%20depression.

04/01/2024

Did you know? Quitting smoking can reduce your odds of developing Type 2 Diabetes and make existing diabetes easier to treat.

Ready to quit? Today is the day!

https://www.who.int/news/item/14-11-2023-quitting-smoking-cuts-your-risk-of-developing-type-2-diabetes-by-30-40 #:~:text=by%2030–40%25-,Quitting%20smoking%20cuts%20your%20risk%20of,2%20diabetes%20by%2030–40%25&text=A%20new%20brief%2C%20jointly%20developed,much%20as%2030–40%25.

03/29/2024

Spring is about new life and renewal--we think it's the perfect time to quit smoking!

Have a great weekend, everyone. If you're thinking about quitting smoking, make this the weekend you take the first step!