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Smoking Cessation

Cigarette smoking is responsible for more than 480,000 deaths per year in the United States with more than 41,000 deaths resulting from secondhand smoke exposure alone. Many smokers have a craving for a cigarette in stressful situations but with help and motivation anyone is able to quit.

To Quit Smoking

  • Prepare to quit. The first step to quitting is a true desire to quit smoking. Establish a quit date which can help you prepare emotionally. Prepare by not buying extra cartons of tobacco and eliminating ashtrays in your home. Pick a date that is meaningful to you – birth date, special anniversary, holiday, even a New Year’s resolution.
  • Get help from others. Inform family and friends that you are going to quit and that you will need their emotional support and help.
  • Get help from your physician and voluntary agencies. The CDC has a quit smoking consumer guide available on the web (www.cdc.gov/tobacco). The American Lung Association, the American Heart Association, and the American Cancer Society all have helpful programs.
  • Quit with a friend. People who quit smoking together are more often successful. They can support each other when they feel the need for another cigarette.
  • Get pharmaceutical help. Nicotine, the addictive ingredient in cigarettes, is a drug. You can help yourself by supplying nicotine in another, safer fashion while you quit smoking. Nicotine replacement is available as gums, patches or sprays.
  • Non-nicotine containing medications such as Bupropion (Zyban®) and Varenicline (Chantix®) are prescription drugs that can also help you quit smoking.
  • Help yourself. The desire to smoke is both habit and addiction. When do you have a cigarette in your hand? Try putting something else in your hand. Change your routines where you find that smoking is your pleasure. If you feel smoking helps you with your bad moods, you should try talking with a friend or your doctor, or finding other activities that provide enjoyment such as exercise.
  • If you fail do not despair. On average most permanent non smokers will quit 8 times before finally quitting for good. If you have a set-back, don’t get discouraged, just try again!

The Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline is a great resource that offers free support, services and even smoking cessation therapies:  1-855-335-3569 OR OKhelpline.com

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Important Recall Notice: Mondelēz Global LLC’s RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches

On July 8, 2025, Mondelez Global LLC announced a voluntary recall affecting specific carton sizes of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches due to a labeling error. This proactive measure highlights the company’s commitment to consumer safety, especially for individuals with food allergies.

What Products are Affected?

The recall affects the following carton sizes of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches sold nationwide:

  • 8-pack of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches (11.4 oz.)
  • 20-pack of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches (27.6 oz.)
  • 40-pack of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches (55.2 oz.)
  • 20-pack Variety Pack of RITZ Filled Cracker Sandwich (27.3 oz.), which includes both Cheese and Peanut Butter varieties.

Reason for Recall

The identified issue stems from a labeling error where the individually wrapped packs inside the cartons may be incorrectly labeled as Cheese variety, even though they may contain the Peanut Butter variety. This presents a significant risk for individuals with peanut allergies or those who experience severe sensitivity to peanuts, as consuming these incorrectly labeled products may lead to serious or potentially life-threatening allergic reactions.

Importantly, although the outer cartons are correctly labeled and include necessary allergen advisory statements indicating the presence of peanuts, those with allergies should exercise caution.

Specific Details of the Recall

The affected products have Best When Used By dates ranging from November 25 to January 22, 2026, detailed as follows:

1. RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches – 8 Count
  • UPC: 0 44000 88210 5
  • Best When Used By Dates: November 25 – January 26
2. RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches – 20 Count
  • UPC: 0 44000 07584 2
  • Best When Used By Dates: November 25 – January 26
3. RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches – 40 Count
  • UPC: 0 44000 07819 5
  • Best When Used By Dates: November 25 – January 26
4. RITZ Filled Cracker Sandwich – 20-Count Variety Pack
  • UPC: 0 44000 08095 2
  • Best When Used By Dates: November 25 – January 26

No Reports of Illness

As of the announcement date, Mondelez Global LLC has stated that there have been no reports of injuries or illnesses related to this product. The decision to initiate the recall was made as a preventative measure after discovering defects in the film packaging rolls from a supplier error.

What Should Consumers Do?

Consumers who possess the affected products are advised to discard them immediately. For further information, individuals can reach Mondelez Global LLC’s Consumer Relations specialists at 1-844-366-1171, available 24/7. Those seeking assistance during business hours can connect with customer service representatives Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 6 PM ET.

 

FDA Recall notice:  https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/mondelez-global-llc-conducts-us-voluntary-recall-four-carton-sizes-ritz-peanut-butter-cracker#recall-announcement

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