Nicotine is an addictive substance found in tobacco and non-tobacco products. Cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, nicotine pouches, and nearly all e-cigarettes (vapes) contain nicotine. Quitting nicotine products is one of the most important steps you can take to improve your health. This is true at any age regardless of how long you have used these products. The good news is there are proven treatments that can help you quit. Click here for more information on the benefits of quitting.
COUNSELING
Benefits of Counseling
Counseling provides individuals with personalized support to help manage cravings, avoid triggers, increase motivation, and assist in forming a quit plan. Counseling along with nicotine replacement therapy and medication when used together, can more than double the chances of quitting.
Hocking County Health Department has two certified tobacco treatment counselors on staff to help you with your quit journey. If you or someone you know is interested in cessation services, please complete the online form, and cessation staff will contact you. Your first appointment will take place in person; after that, appointments can be over the phone or in person. There is no out-of-pocket cost for counseling services offered at the health department.
OHIO TOBACCO QUIT LINE
Ohio Tobacco Quit Line is an evidence-based program for nicotine cessation for adults over the age of 18. Ohio Tobacco Quit Line offers personalized coach support by phone call, online chat, or text messaging to help you create a Quit Plan and offer support throughout your quit journey. Online resources to track your progress, connect with others, and advise on managing triggers. Nicotine Replacement Therapy, such as gum, lozenges or patches (if you are eligible), to help control cravings and increase your chances of quitting. Utilizing cessation counseling, such as Ohio Tobacco Quit Line, in combination with Nicotine Replacement Therapy, can significantly increase your chances of successfully quitting nicotine. Studies show this can increase your success rate by 50-70%. To get started, visit Ohio Tobacco Quit Line website, then click “Get started.”
LIVE VAPE FREE
Live Vape Free is an evidence-based program for vaping cessation for youth and young adults 13-26 years of age. Live Vape Free offers judgment-free support and powerful resources to help you kick vaping to the curb. Join for free and take back control over your life! Live Vape Free offers engaging lessons and 24/7 text support. You can create your own timeline and adjust it as you go to help you stay on track and quit for good. If you are over the age of 18, Live Vape Free offers Nicotine Replacement Therapy, such as gum, lozenges, and patches (if you are eligible), to help control cravings and increase your chances of quitting.
To get started, visit Live Vape Free website, then click “get started.” If you are a parent looking for resources for your child, Live Vape Free offers adult conversation guides and other educational information about vaping.
For more information, please get in touch with the Cessation Staff:
Kahla Cosper, BSN, RN, CTTS
740-385-3030 ext. 241
kcosper@hockinghealth.org
Ashley Mount, BSN, RN, CTTS
740-385-3030 ext. 239
amount@hockinghealth.org