My Doctor Told Me to Quit Smoking or Vaping: What Next?

Turn the advice into a specific plan.

If your doctor has told you to stop, ask what steps to take now and how to get support. Your diagnosis, treatment, medicines, and the urgency of the advice matter. A website cannot decide the safest treatment for your situation.

Your first-day setup.

1. Contact your care team. Clarify your next step and ask about treatment and follow-up.
2. Save a support number. In the U.S., call 1-800-QUIT-NOW for free coaching.
3. Tell a supportive person. Explain what help you want, such as a check-in or a smoke-free break.
4. Prepare one difficult moment. Write down a cue and a different response that fits your medical advice.

A purchase is not a prerequisite for starting. Use the plan worksheet to organize your questions and next action.

Questions to ask your clinician.

• Which quitting options fit my condition and current medicines?
• Is my plan different because I vape, smoke, or use both?
• What should I do if cravings remain difficult?
• When should I contact you, and when is my follow-up?
• Are there products or activities I should avoid?

Prepare for the familiar routine.

Coffee, meals, and work breaks may bring the usual action to mind. Compare everyday routine alternatives and ask your clinician what is appropriate for you. We do not recommend an inhaled product based on a diagnosis or claim that a habit tool treats your condition.