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Smoking cessation

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Harlem Word: Aleah Gathings shares some tips and tricks for quitting smoking along with Harlem resources

Article posted by Publisher in Health Info on October 27, 2024 - 12:31pm

Aleah Gathings, MPH, worked hard to educate Harlem residents about the health risks of smoking and how they can quit before she left for Chicago to attend law school in the summer of 2024. From her work at the District Public Health Office of East and Central Harlem, she gives us valuable information about quitting that is geared toward the Harlem community.

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Harlem Word: Aleah Gathings introduces the Manhattan Smoke-Free Partnership and describes what they are doing in Harlem

Article posted by Publisher in Environment on October 18, 2024 - 2:44pm

Before heading of to law school in Chicago in the summer of 2024, Aleah Gathings, MPH, was the program manager for the Manhattan Smoke-Free Partnership, located at the East and Central Harlem District Public Health Office. The Manhattan Smoke-Free Partnership is part of the New York State Tobacco Control Program, which aims to make New York a smoke-free place. Here, Aleah tells us about her role while working in Harlem.

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Helpful tips to help you quit smoking

Link posted by Emma Delia in Health Info on June 14, 2024 - 3:32pm

This site includes some cool features such as the Savings Calculator which allows you to see how much money you will save when you quit smoking.  You can also sign up for a free newsletter.

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Smoking Cessation
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Are you ready to quit?

Link posted by Emma Delia in Health Info on June 14, 2024 - 3:18pm

This is a cool interactive tool/quiz that measures whether you are ready to quit smoking or not, sponsored by WebMD.

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Ready to Quit
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NYC Quits

Link posted by Emma Delia in Health Info on June 14, 2024 - 3:17pm

On this website, if you click on "Guides and Materials" on the left-hand side toolbar and then on "Fact Sheets for Downloading" there are a bunch of guide and fact sheets on a range of related subjects such as weight control and craving control that are downloadable/printable in both Spanish and English.  There is also a link to all the smoking cessation programs

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SmokeFree NY
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Did you know… there are things you can do to help you quit smoking?

Article posted by Publisher in Health Info on March 29, 2024 - 1:30pm

1.      Set a quit date and stick to it - this can greatly improve your chances of success! The sooner the better. Once you decide to quit and set your quit date...

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Quit Smoking Today, Harlem! Now through March 25th, you can receive FREE Nicotine Patches and Gum!

Article posted by Publisher in Health Info on March 15, 2024 - 1:19pm

Interested in Quitting Smoking, Harlem??

Now through March 25th, you can get FREE NICOTINE PATCHES OR GUM by calling 3-1-1 or visiting their website.

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Did you know.....giving up smoking could save you enough money to rent a bigger apartment, lease a new car, go on vacation or see a bunch of Broadway shows?

Article posted by Publisher in Health Info on November 25, 2024 - 2:29pm

Since the cigarette tax increase of June 2024, the average price of a pack of cigarettes in New York City is over $8.00. At that price, a pack-a-day smoker will spend $240 per month and almost $3,000 per year on cigarettes.

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Join "NYC Quits Smoking" on Facebook for online support

Article posted by Coll5 in Health Info on November 18, 2024 - 1:53pm

NYC Quits Smoking: “I Quit Because…” is a Facebook Fan Page where New Yorkers can share stories about quitting smoking, challenges faced, and the benefits of living smoke-free!

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Want to quit smoking? Need Help?

Link posted by Laura in Health Info on November 11, 2024 - 12:26pm

1-800-QuitNow will help you quit smoking once and for all with a free coach, a free quit plan and with links to resources in your area. You don't have to try quitting smoking alone!

 

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1-800-QuitNow