Resources That Can Help – Smoking Cessation

Tuesday, April 21, 2020

 

DO YOU SMOKE? 

Now might be THE BEST time to QUIT.

Smoking causes harm to your lungs & leaves lung tissue susceptible to infection.

Quitting better equips your body to fight off the coronavirus & reduces the chance of the most severe symptoms.

RESOURCES TO HELP YOU QUIT

Talk to an expert. Call Quitline at 1-877-44U-QUIT (877-448-7848

 

Visit How to Quit Smoking Free, confidential coaching from the CDC    cdc.gov/tobacco/campaign/tips/quit-smoking/

 

Download the QuitSTART smartphone app that helps with tips, inspiration, and challenges. Or contact QuitSTART smokefreeteam@icfi.com

 

Visit Smokefree on social media. Grow your support network and stay connected. facebook.com/SmokefreeUS

 

Use SmokefreeTXT- start your personal quitting program. Text QUIT to 47848

 

Chat with a counselor. Get real-time help at LiveHelp online chat. livehelp.cancer.gov/app/chat/chat_launch

 

Learn more from The Freedom From Smoking® program lung.org/quit-smoking

 

Taking care of yourself helps you take care of others.

 

Sources: Smokefree.govOffice on Smoking and HealthNational Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health PromotionNational Cancer Institute,  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention