Smoking commercial cigarettes and cigars puts off a strong, undeniable tobacco scent that can linger on clothes, inside vehicles and on the smoker’s breath.

South Dakota QuitLine is a FREE resource available to any state resident 13 or older. Choose from three ways to leave smoking, vaping or chewing in the past. Quit, stay quit and breathe easy.

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Quitting is the difference between quality time with your family and missing out to catch your breath. Enjoy your years really living. Leave tobacco in the past, and live more good years.

The signs of vaping are not typically as clear as those for cigarettes and cigars — vaping is odorless unless the cloud is from flavored juices. This makes it easier for youth to vape indoors undetected.

The Tobacco Control Program acknowledges the spiritual and ceremonial value that traditional tobacco has in American Indian culture. “Tobacco-free” refers to commercial tobacco products only and never the traditional tobacco of our Northern Plains American Indians.

Perhaps the clearest evidence of vaping is finding an e-cigarette, vape juice or other related products stowed amongst your child’s things.

If you discovered that your child has used one or more types of tobacco, here are signs that they are addicted and need help.

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Children and young adults are especially vulnerable to loss of brain function as a result of vaping. Even using e-cigarette devices without nicotine can cause damage. To protect your physical and mental health, it's time to quit.

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Another sign that your child is using smokeless tobacco is by finding the tin or pouch with the product amongst their belongings.

Children and teens are at risk of nicotine addiction and the lasting effects of tobacco. No matter which method is used, tobacco products are detrimental to a child's health. If your child uses tobacco products, here are the signs to look out for.

Chewing tobacco allows nicotine into your child’s bloodstream through the mouth, leading to an increased risk of oral cancer and serious oral health problems.