The New York State Quitline (NYS Quitline), in commemoration of its 25 years of public health service, has an added incentive this summer to encourage people who smoke or vape to become tobacco-free. Through a “quit-and-win contest,” one randomly selected grand prize winner … [Read more...] about Quit-and-Win Contest Offers Prizes for Going Tobacco-free
North Country Nicotine Consultants
Regional Collaboration Aims to Increase Tobacco Treatment Specialists
Rural communities continue to face higher adult smoking rates than urban areas North Country health organizations are working to address a region-wide shortage in tobacco treatment specialists to help individuals quit smoking. North Country Nicotine Consultants (NCNC), a … [Read more...] about Regional Collaboration Aims to Increase Tobacco Treatment Specialists
Cigar Smoking Carries Health Risks
Often, when it comes to the risks of tobacco use, The Heart Network and its tobacco control and cessation partners here in the North Country focus on cigarettes and vaping. It is important, however, to call out the dangers of smoking cigars. According to the Centers for … [Read more...] about Cigar Smoking Carries Health Risks
Quitting smoking in 2024? Make sure you have a plan!
Tips & resources for a successful New Year’s resolution Quitting smoking consistently ranks among the most popular New Year’s resolutions, but it’s also among the hardest to achieve. The good news for smokers in northern New York is that there are free, effective resources … [Read more...] about Quitting smoking in 2024? Make sure you have a plan!
Corrective Statements on Tobacco use Coming to Retail Stores
Retail stores across the North Country and nationwide will display corrective statements on the dangers of tobacco use, in accordance with a recent federal court order. The court order requires major U.S. tobacco companies to post eye-catching signs that tell the public the … [Read more...] about Corrective Statements on Tobacco use Coming to Retail Stores