Quit Smoking Information

"Quitting smoking is easy. I've done it a thousand times." --Mark Twain

Are you thinking about quitting smoking? If so, you are taking a major step toward improving your health and well-being. There are many benefits of quitting smoking , including decreased risk for cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. If you are ready to quit, and you live in the Philadelphia area, then give us a call to learn more about the Quit for Health program before you try to quit alone!

Previous research indicates that smokers who combine nicotine replacement therapy with counseling can double or triple their chances for successfully quitting. Our Quit for Health program offers these components that have been proven to be successful and is free of charge. All Quit for Health participants receive seven in-person, group-based stop-smoking counseling sessions, as well as nicotine replacement medication (patch or spray). In addition, participants receive a free physical, travel reimbursement and gift certificates.

If you are 18 or older and interested in participating, please call 1-877-513- QUIT or e-mail Q4Health@mail.med.upenn.edu and leave your name, telephone number, and best time to be reached. A staff member will contact you with additional information. New groups will begin in 2004.

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