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US high schooler cigarette use is at historic low while nearly a quarter reported using e-cigarettes

It is terrific news that the results of the 2015 National Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS), released today by the U.S.

Cessation access and support

With access to the right resources, freedom from nicotine addiction is possible for everyone. We create cutting-edge solutions to empower people to quit smoking, vaping, or any type of tobacco product. Our market-leading EX Program has helped millions of people on their journeys to quit smoking, vaping, or any tobacco or nicotine product.

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2021 Annual Report

We are pleased to share the significant progress we made in 2021, detailed in this report: Creating a future free from smoking, vaping, and nicotine.

2020 Annual Report

We are pleased to share the significant progress we made in 2020, detailed in this report: Creating a future free from smoking, vaping, and nicotine.

2019 Annual Report

We are pleased to share the significant progress we made in 2019, detailed in this report: Inspiring a new generation with the truth about smoking, vaping an

This is Quitting

The first-of-its-kind program to help young people quit vaping, This is Quitting has helped over 750,000 youth and young adults on their journey to quit vaping. Learn more about how it works and the additional resources available for parents of young vapers and for adults who want to quit.

Teens and young adults can join for free by texting DITCHVAPE to 88709

Parents, educators, and other interested parties can download or order printed flyers and palm cards with information about enrolling in the program here.

By texting DITCHVAPE to 88709, you consent to recurring messages from Truth Initiative to help you quit vaping, and agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy. Text STOP to opt-out. Text HELP for info. Msg & Data Rates May Apply. 

Megan Jacobs

As the Senior Vice President of product for the Innovations center at Truth Initiative, Jacobs brings an empathic, user-centered approach to product design t

Yashi Srivastava

Yashi Srivastava is a Junior at Rutgers University – New Brunswick majoring in Information Technology & Informatics and minoring in Digital Communication

Elizabeth Kenny

As Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer at Truth Initiative, Elizabeth Kenny brings extensive experience to the organization’s life-saving mission to ac

EX PROGRAM: QUIT SUPPORT FOR INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Quitting nicotine isn't easy, but it can be done with the right support. EX® Program, developed over 15 years ago by Truth Initiative in collaboration with Mayo Clinic, brings individuals, employers, health plans, and public health organizations proven, evidence-based quitting approaches and the most established online quit community.  

EX Program has helped millions of people on their journeys to quit smoking, vaping, or any tobacco or nicotine product. Research has shown that using EX Program can increase odds of quitting by up to 40%.

Alex Parks

Alexandra Parks is responsible for strategic leadership in developing and managing partnerships with an array of stakeholders, including nonprofit organ