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Breathe Free at UIHS

Beginning July 31, 2026 UIHS is Becoming Commercial Tobacco-Free

Making changes around commercial tobacco can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to do this alone.

As of July 31, 2026, United Indian Health Services will become a Commercial Tobacco-Free organization. Commercial Tobacco including cigarettes and vaping products will not be permitted at UIHS clinics.

This step reflects our commitment to protecting the health of our patients, staff, families, and future generations. Our approach is rooted in care, respect, and community. This policy focuses on commercial tobacco use.

We honor the sacred and traditional use of tobacco.

For Our Community

For over 35 years, UIHS commercial tobacco prevention efforts in Humboldt and Del Norte counties have worked in partnership with tribal and community members to reduce commercial tobacco-related illness and early death among American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

Everyone deserves access to care, understanding, and support to go commercial tobacco-free. If you’re not sure where to begin, we’ll help you take the next step and connect you to evidence-based, culturally respectful cessation resources that support long-term health and wellbeing.

Our Approach at UIHS

At UIHS, our approach is rooted in care, education, and access to resources.

There is no judgment — only support.

Every journey is different, and we’re here to meet you where you are.

Here are some resources if you are ready to start today!

UIHS Support

If you currently use commercial tobacco products and are thinking about quitting or want more information, UIHS support is available when you’re ready. Please reach out to Elidia Adams-Loya of our NATIVE Tobacco Project at 707.825.5070.

Kick it California

If you’re ready to quit commercial tobacco, Kick It California is here to help.

They offer free, personalized quit plans, progress tracking, and proven support to help you quit for good.

Call 800-300-8086 or text “Quit Smoking” or “Quit Vaping” to 66819 to get started.

Find more resources at www.kickitca.org

Over one million people have already received support – you can be next.

The NATIVE Tobacco Project by UIHS

The NATIVE Tobacco Project promotes a commercial tobacco-free community through education, community engagement, and policy efforts.

For tobacco education resources and community updates, visit www.facebook.com/UIHSHEALTH or www.instagram.com/uihs_hpe

For more information, call United Indian Health Services at 707.825.5070 (Humboldt County) or 707.464.2919 (Del Norte County).

Learn more about UIHS Native Tobacco Project

UIHS Quit Kits

Quit kits are support packages designed to help someone stop using commercial tobacco or nicotine with items such as beading supplies, seeds, gum, fidget toys. Request yours at the UIHS Tribal Public Health front window or call TPH at 707.825.5070