The Great American Smokeout November 16th

 
 

Have you thought lately about quitting smoking? On November 16th, join thousands of people across the country and start your quit-smoking journey with the American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout.

Take the first step toward a smokefree life. Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health. Quitting smoking can be hard, but you can increase your chances of success with a good plan and support. Counseling and medications can double or even triple your chances of quitting for good. There are many tools available to help you on your quit-smoking journey. Make quit-smoking support services a part of your plan.

It is never too late to quit smoking. Quitting smoking improves your health and reduces your risk of heart disease, cancer, lung disease, and other illnesses.

The Pointe Coupee General Hospital Tobacco Cessation Program can provide you with information on free tobacco cessation education resources and services. To start your quit-smoking plan today, contact: [email protected] or call: (225) 638-5850 or 1-800-QUIT-NOW.

Learn more at CDC’s The Great American Smokeout.

 
 
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