#My Life My Quit
Hawai‘i State Department of Health calls attention to vaping’s impact on mental health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the Hawai‘i State Department of Health is highlighting the growing connection between nicotine use and mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and lowered self-confidence, noting that nicotine use can contribute to or intensify these symptoms over time.
If quitting smoking or vaping is a New Year’s resolution, these Hawaiʻi resources may help
As 2026 begins, health officials encourage residents to take advantage of free cessation resources offered statewide, such as the Hawaiʻi Tobacco Quitline and My Life, My Quit programs.
Thinking about quitting? Take the first step with the Great American Smokeout
Each year, the third Thursday of November is recognized as the “Great American Smokeout,” a day that encourages those who smoke to commit to healthier, smoke-free lives by quitting for at least 24 hours.
