Quit Now Now is the perfect time to quit using tobacco.
If you have failed to stop smoking in the past don't
give up. You are more likely to succeed with each attempt.
Did you know that on average, smokers are more likely
to quit on the seventh try! There are ways to help you
quit for good. Using a variety of proven methods can
better your odds for success. The Montgomery County
Coalition is here to help. Groups to help you quit Regardless of where you live or work we can
help you find a class that meets your needs. Classes
are held in your community, some are free of charge
and some are offered during the day. Quit now, and get
the support from trained professionals as well as from
other smokers who are struggling with nicotine cravings.
Self-Help
Groups PA Free QuitLine The Pennsylvania Department of Health has
developed a Toll Free quit line. Counselors are available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Medication
to help you quit Through research and testing, tobacco treatment
specialists have discovered that you may double your
chances of quitting if you combine Nicotine Replacement
Therapy (NRT) such as the nicotine patch, gum or lozenge
with behavioral changes. Although these products may
seem expensive, you are spending more now on tobacco.
Your health insurance may cover the cost of NRT. But
if the expense of NRT is what's keeping you from quitting,
contact The Wellness Connection. While
supplies and funding last, we can provide eligible
people free NRT. Now is
the best time to quit!
Call 1-800-200-2229 for more information
Wellbutrin SR (also known as Zyban), or a newer medication called Chantix, may be prescribed
by your doctor to help you quit smoking. When used
correctly, people who begin taking these medications one
to two weeks prior to their quit date may find they
are not as interested in smoking, and when they stop
smoking, they may notice that the irritability and
anxious feelings associated with nicotine withdrawal
are lessened or not present.
Once again, if the expense of the medication is more
than your finances can handle, The Wellness Connection
can work with you and your doctor to attain Wellbutrin
SR or Chantix at no cost to you through a program developed by
the drug manufacturer. The terms and conditions of
this free-medication program will not work for everyone,
but it may be perfect for you. Are you running out
of excuses yet?
