The American Cancer Society is encouraging smokers to quit Thursday for its annual 'Great American Smokeout' day.
According to the American Cancer Society, about 40 million Americans smoke cigarettes, and tobacco use is the largest preventable cause of disease and premature death.
The organization encourages smokers to make a plan to quit, or quit smoking on Thursday.
Although smoking rates have dropped, the organization said other addictive ways, such as cigar, pipe and hookah, are on the rise.
The American Cancer Society has a local office with resources to quit smoking. Smokers can call 248-663-3400 to set up an appointment, or learn more information.
