Want to Quit Smoking? - You Have Several Options
The Winnebago County Health Department provides a variety of programs and opportunities to help people quit smoking. If you are a smoker - consider the following:
•Less than 1 in 5 American adults continue to smoke cigarettes, less than 1/2 the percentage of smokers about 30 years ago (the number of young people is even lower);
•Despite the numbers of smokers decreasing dramatically, tobacco use continues to be the country's #1 cause of preventable death resulting in:
- Approximately 443,000 Americans dying each year because of smoking-related illnesses;
- About 8.4 million Americans are hospitalized each year with smoking-related illnesses and disease.
•The typical smoker dies 14 years earlier than those who do not smoke, but..............
•Quitting smoking will greatly reduce your chances of getting sick or dying - and it's never too late to quit. Your body will begin repairing itself almost immediately.
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Illinois Tobacco Quit Line
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Call the Illinois Tobacco Quit Line at 1-866-Quit-Yes.
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Illinois Quit Line Webpage
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How do I get services locally?
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Contact the WCHD Tobacco Programs office.
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Hours
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Monday - Friday, 8AM - 5PM, or leave a message any time.
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Contact
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815-720-4000 ask for Tobacco Prevention Specialist
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