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If you have already committed to quit, or are considering it, you are in the right place!

Smoking cessation is a process; it won’t happen overnight.

​But with the right resources, attitude and support system, you can reach success and a drastically healthier lifestyle.

Here are some things to remember as you begin your journey to quit:

  • Set a date to quit, and develop a plan to make it happen.
  • Talk to your doctor about how he or she can help.
  • Find a smoking cessation treatment or over-the-counter medication that fits your lifestyle.
  • Tell your family and friends that you plan to quit smoking, and explain how they can help.
  • Find a family member or friend who can quit with you.
  • Remove all cigarettes and tobacco products from your home, office and vehicle.
  • Be realistic about the challenges and discomfort you’ll have to overcome when you quit smoking.
  • Set some initial goals. These could be anything from reducing the number of cigarettes you smoke per day to quitting completely by the end of the calendar year.
  • Identify your “smoking triggers,” and think about the changes you’ll need to make to avoid them.
  • Stock up on healthy snacks and sugar-free gum, which will help control cravings.
  • Take things one day a time, and stay positive!

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