Thinking About Quitting Smoking or Vaping? We’re Here to Help!
Quitting smoking or vaping is one of the best choices you can make for your health. It’s not easy, but you don’t have to do it alone — we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Why Quit?
- Smoking causes 1 out of every 5 deaths in the U.S.
- People who smoke live about 10 years less than people who don’t smoke.
- Smoking can lead to heart disease, cancer, and breathing problems.
- It’s never too late to quit — your body starts to heal soon after you stop.
Save Money
The average smoker in Missouri spends more than $2,500 a year on cigarettes. That’s over $130,000 in a lifetime!
Quitting saves money and protects your health.
Need Help Quitting Smoking or Vaping?
As a member, you can get help to quit at no cost:
Talk with a health coach who will help you make a quit plan. To learn more about Tobacco Cessation or Puff Free Pregnancy programs, call 1-855-694-4663 (HOME) for Home State Health or call 1-877-236-1020 for Show Me Healthy Kids.
Connect to local and national programs, including:
- Missouri Tobacco Quit Services– Provides support to help you quit smoking or vaping. Talk to a coach, receive patches or gum, and sign up for text messages to help you stay on track. Available 24/7, safe, and private.
- American Cancer Society Empowered to Quit Program– Offers helpful tools, tips for handling cravings, coaching support, and messages to keep you motivated.
- Smokefree.gov – Education and support to help you quit smoking or vaping.
Pregnant and Smoking?
It’s not too late to quit — quitting now can make a big difference for your baby’s health and your own. These programs can help and offer rewards for taking part:
- Baby & Me Tobacco Free Program - Get one-on-one counseling by phone or video, create a quit plan, and earn gift cards for diapers and wipes when you stay smoke-free.
- Missouri Tobacco Quit Services – Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or text MOM to 222888 for support and rewards for joining.
You're Not Alone
We care about you and want to help you quit.
Call our Care Management team or Member Services line to get started today. Home State Health members call 1-855-694-4663 (HOME) and Show Me Healthy Kid members call 1-877-236-1020
Approval Code(s): HSH26046 / SMHK26039
Approval Date: 8/20/2025