The Windy City and the Puffy Cloud: How Many Illinoisans Light Up?
Let's face it, Illinois is known for a lot of things: deep dish pizza that could feed a small army, brutal winters that make Canadians raise an eyebrow, and... well, folks who like a smoke. But how many exactly?
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| How Many People In Illinois Smoke |
Smoke Signals: The Numbers
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According to the latest intel (from the CDC, not some secret squirrel society), around 12.7% of Illinois adults consider themselves smokers. That means for every eight Illinoisans you meet, roughly one might be a puff-puff passer.
But Wait, There's More! (Because Demographics)
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Now, before you head out and judge everyone with a lighter, it's worth noting that smoking rates aren't exactly even across the board. Here's a sprinkle of demographic details:
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- Gender Gap: Turns out, men are slightly more likely to be smokers than women in Illinois. We're talking a 24.9% vs 20.0% throwdown.
- Age Ain't Nothin' But a Number (Except When It Is): Thankfully, smoking rates among teens are way lower than adults. Only about 4.7% of high schoolers in Illinois reported lighting up in the past month. That's a good sign!
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From the Lighter Side (Literally)
Look, we're not here to judge. Maybe you enjoy a smoke with your morning coffee, or maybe you're one of those folks who lights up after a particularly brutal deep dish session (hey, no judgement there either). But if you are thinking about quitting, there are a ton of resources available to help.
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FAQs: Quitting Smoking in Illinois
- How to quit smoking in Illinois? There are free resources available! Check out the Illinois Tobacco Quitline at 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669).
- How to find smoking cessation programs in Illinois? The Illinois Department of Public Health has a directory: [Illinois Department of Public Health Smoking Cessation Programs].
- How to avoid secondhand smoke in Illinois? Illinois has strong smoke-free air laws. Learn more here: [Illinois Smoke-Free Laws].
- How to dispose of cigarettes safely in Illinois? Look for designated cigarette disposal units at public places.
- How to celebrate quitting smoking? Treat yourself! You deserve it. Maybe a deep dish pizza that doesn't involve cigarettes this time?
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