Resources
If now sounds like a good time to quit smoking, you can tap into many community resources.
UR Medicine Tobacco Treatment Program
The UR Medicine Tobacco Treatment Program is a collaborative partnership between Wilmot Cancer Institute and the Center for Community Health & Prevention that offers a customizable suite of initiatives created to support your health. Work with a multi-disciplined team of experts to create an individualized treatment plan. In-person appointments are provided at the Center for Community Health & Prevention, located at 46 Prince Street in Rochester, with plenty of free parking. Call (585) 602-0720 for information.
New York State Smokers' Quitline
Some smokers are more likely to quit with the structure of a group support, but others may prefer to get one-on-one help via the telephone. If this sounds like you, try the New York State Smokers' Quitline. It offers:
- A free starter kit of nicotine patches, gum or lozenges for eligible NYS smokers
- Trained Quitline Specialists offering help with quit plans
- Information about local stop smoking programs
- Informational taped messages
Call the NYS Smokers' Quitline at 1-866-NY-QUITS (1-866-697-8487).
Ready to Quit?
Here are a few good tips if you are ready to quit smoking:
- Set a quit date.
- Tell family, friends, and co-workers of your quit plan.
- Get rid of all tobacco products.
- Know your triggers.
- Drink lots of water and juice.
- Use hard candy or gum.
- Keep your hands busy.
- Begin an exercise plan.
- Reward yourself.