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World No Tobacco Day

Say goodbye to tobacco for good! Join the global community in celebrating World No Tobacco Day and make a commitment to leading a healthier lifestyle.

Monday

May 2027

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEMay 31

OBSERVED INInternationally

CATEGORYAwareness

SUBCATEGORYPublic Health

INTRO

Introduction

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World No Tobacco Day on May 31 is the perfect opportunity to kick that unhealthy habit and live a healthier life! This day has been celebrated since 1988, when it was launched by the World Health Organization as part of their efforts to raise awareness about the dangers of smoking. Not only does quitting tobacco help reduce your risk of cancer and other serious health problems, but you’ll also save money in the long run since cigarettes can be expensive.

TIMELINE

World No Tobacco Day Timeline

WHO Resolution Passed

World Health Assembly passes resolution WHA40.38, calling for April 7, 1988 to be a "world no-smoking day."

First World No Tobacco Day

The World Health Organization launches the first World No Tobacco Day on April 7, sparking global awareness about smoking risks.

Change of Date

World No Tobacco Day is moved from April 7 to May 31 to serve as the concluding event of the World No Tobacco Week.

Theme and Award Introduction

WHO introduces annual themes for World No Tobacco Day and begins presenting its annual awards to groups for making significant efforts to control tobacco use.

FCTC Agreement Fully Operational

WHO's Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) becomes fully operational. It's the first international treaty negotiated under the auspices of WHO.

Focus on Cardiovascular Diseases

The theme for the World No Tobacco Day 2018 is "Tobacco and heart disease," focusing on the impact tobacco has on the cardiovascular health of people worldwide.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate World No Tobacco Day

Organize a protest

Gather your friends and family and make signs to protest the use of tobacco products. Make sure to follow local regulations for protesting.

WRITE

Write letters to lawmakers

Write letters to your local and state representatives advocating for stronger laws against the use of tobacco products.

START

Start a social media campaign

Spread the word about World No Tobacco Day on social media. Post pictures, articles, and videos about the dangers of smoking and the importance of quitting.

VOLUNTEER

Volunteer at a quit smoking clinic

Volunteer at a quit smoking clinic to help those trying to kick their smoking habit. You can help by providing support, guidance, and motivation.

CREATE

Create an anti-smoking poster

Design an eye catching poster to spread the message of quitting smoking. Hang your posters in public places or share them online.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love World No Tobacco Day

No tobacco means a cleaner environment

In addition to its dangerous effects on our health, tobacco smoke can also pollute the air we breathe. Reducing the number of smokers in the world would lead to a cleaner atmosphere and more breathable air for everyone. National No Tobacco Day is an important reminder to make smart choices when it comes to our own health and the environment.

Tobacco has serious health risks

Smoking tobacco has been linked to an increased risk of lung cancer, heart disease, stroke and other chronic illnesses. Each cigarette contains over 5,000 chemicals that are dangerous to your health. Quitting smoking is one of the most important steps you can take towards improved wellbeing and a longer life.

Secondhand smoke can also be dangerous to your health

Secondhand smoke is just as harmful as smoking itself. Breathing in someone else's smoke increases your risk of developing serious illnesses such as asthma, COPD and even cancer. So if you want to protect yourself and those around you, stay away from secondhand smoke!

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