Take Advantage of Free Support to Quit Smoking during Great American Smokeout
November 10, 2018
Tennessee Department of Health
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Department of Health says support can make all the difference for those trying to quit smoking, and Tennesseans trying to move toward a life without tobacco products are not alone.
The Tennessee Tobacco QuitLine, 1.800.QUIT.NOW offers free assistance, resources and counseling to help smokers transition to a smoke-free life.
Tennesseans urged to participate in the Great American Smokeout November 17th
November 4, 2011
Get Free Help to Kick the Habit from the Tennessee Tobacco QuitLine
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Department of Health urges smokers to join the Great American Smokeout on November 17th, 2011, an opportunity to participate with millions of others in saying “no thanks” to tobacco for 24 hours. Tennessee smokers can get their plan to quit in place now with the help of the Tennessee Tobacco QuitLine.
“The Smokeout gives smokers an opportunity to take a positive step toward a healthier life for their families and themselves,” said Health Commissioner John Dreyzehner, MD, MPH. “It’s tough to break the addiction to tobacco, and studies show those who get counseling have a better chance at success. The QuitLine is a wonderful free resource to help people transition to a life free of tobacco and its health and financial costs.” [Read more]
Tennesseans urged to participate in the Great American Smokeout November 18th
November 15, 2010
Call the Tennessee Tobacco QuitLine for Free Help to Kick the Habit
Nashville, TN – Tennessee smokers are urged to join the Great American Smokeout on November 18th, 2010, an opportunity to join millions of others in saying “no thanks” to tobacco for 24 hours. The Tennessee Department of Health encourages tobacco users to call the Tennessee Tobacco QuitLine at 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669) to set a plan for how to quit.
“It’s true that quitting tobacco use is not an easy feat, but the Great American Smokeout provides individuals the needed opportunity to get started,” said Health Commissioner Susan R. Cooper, MSN, RN. “Research has shown those who have a quit plan and a support system have a much better chance of success, and the Tennessee Tobacco QuitLine provides this assistance and support at no charge.” [Read more]
