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Quitline Services
1-800-QUIT-NOW is a free telephone support service that can help individuals who want to stop smoking or using tobacco. Callers have access to several types of cessation information and services, including:
- Free support and advice from experienced counselors
- A personalized quit plan
- Self-help materials
- Social support and coping strategies
- The latest information about cessation medications
- Over-the-counter nicotine replacement medications for eligible participants (available in more than half of U.S. states)
Talk to an Expert By Instant Messaging, Telephone or LiveHelp
Receive information and advice about quitting smoking through real-time text messaging with a National Cancer Institute smoking cessation counselor. Support via LiveHelp is offered in English only, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Frequently Asked Questions About 1-800-QUIT-NOW
What is a quitline?A quitline is a tobacco cessation service available through a toll-free telephone number. Quitlines are staffed by counselors trained specifically to help smokers quit. Quitlines deliver information, advice, support, and referrals to tobacco users—regardless of their geographic location, race/ethnicity, or economic status—in all U.S. states.
Do quitlines really help smokers quit?Yes! Quitline callers are more likely to succeed than those who try to quit smoking on their own.
What information do I have to provide when I call 1-800-QUIT-NOW?A quit coach will work with you to develop a personalized plan and provide you with information that will help you quit tobacco. During the call, your quit coach may ask you specific questions about your quitting history, tobacco use, and/or motivations to quit, which will help them create a plan that will work for you. Any information you provide or discuss with your quit coach during the call is completely confidential.
Who are quit coaches?Quit coaches are professionals in your state who are trained to help people stop using tobacco. They are supportive and understand that quitting is difficult.
How much does this service cost?1-800-QUIT-NOW is a free service to help people stop smoking or quit other forms of tobacco use.
Is there a clinic in my neighborhood that can help if I want to stop smoking?1-800-QUIT-NOW can connect you to cessation services and other resources offered in your area.
Source: http://smokefree.gov/talk-to-an-expert
Other resources you can use to quit smoking are:
QuitNet is a free member-based tobacco cessation community. Their site has information about methods and tools for quitting, including counselor support. There are features on the site, such as the Medication Wizard, that require a Premium membership that is fee based. https://quitnet.meyouhealth.com/#/
SmokefreeTXT: A mobile text messaging service designed for adults and young adults across the United States who are trying to quit smoking. Sign up at http://smokefree.gov/smokefreetxt.
Quit Smoking Apps: Mobile phone applications can help you prepare to quit, provide support, and track your progress. Three free apps are available at http://smokefree.gov/apps-quitstart for iOS and Android.
For help from the National Cancer Institute: 1-877-44U-QUIT (1-877-448-7848)
The National Cancer Institute's trained counselors are available to provide information and help with quitting in English or Spanish, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time.