Veteran Warren Quinlan quit smoking on November 17, 2008!
Let the Quit Wizard help you stop smoking!
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has designed a FREE quit-smoking offer especially for veterans.
By calling 1-800-Try-To-Stop, veterans and their families will receive tailored counseling over the phone and, if eligible, a FREE 4-week supply of nicotine patches.
After a simple medical screening over the phone, medically eligible veterans, their families, and survivors will receive a Quit Kit with the patch kits, tips on quitting and informational resources.
This offer will run from November 17, 2008 through June 30, 2009.
Massachusetts veterans smoke at a 33 percent higher rate than the general adult population.*
Smoking is the #1 cause of preventable death and disease in the Commonwealth. Our veterans bear a disproportionate burden from tobacco use. We owe it to our veterans and their families to help them quit smoking and live healthier, longer lives.
- Questions and Answers about this offer
- Tips for veterans trying to quit smoking
- General information about quitting smoking
- Learn about other services for veterans at www.mass.gov/veterans.
- Spread the word! Use this newsletter article, adapt this local press release or the official press release.
- Order promotional materials for FREE by calling toll-free (866) 586-3050.
* 24% compared to 18% statewide, when adjusted for age (BRFSS, 2005 to 2007).
Lieutenant Governor Tim Murray is helping to spread the word!
