When you are ready to kick the tobacco habit be sure to select a firm date for quitting tobacco and stick with it.
Tell everyone you are going to quit and enlist their support.
Prepare a list of what triggers you to use tobaco. Make a plan to deal with these triggers.
Keep your hands busy; write a letter or do a puzzle.
Call the Coconino County Health Department (679-7266) for a referral to the AZ Smokers' Helpline or call the helpline directly at 1-800-556-6222. The AZ Smokers' Helpline can be accessed via the internet at www.ASHline.org. Be sure to ask about free nicotine replacement products. If you or your clients are between the ages of 16 - 29 years and want help quitting, have them enroll in our K.I.S.S. (Keep It Sexy and Smokefree) program that uses text messaging and chat rooms. Call 679-7265 or visit www.coconino.az.gov/kiss.
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