With the recent increase in the tobacco tax, many Floridians are faced with a tough decision in these already hard economic times – do they pay the extra dollar per pack or quit smoking for good. For those who want to quit, The Florida Quitline (1-877-U-CAN-NOW) is here to help by offering free nicotine replacement therapies (NRT) and counseling.
According to Kim Berfield, Deputy Secretary of the Florida Department of Health, when comparing the Florida Quitline call volume to other states, we are above the average. “Quitting is a daily struggle. The Quitline provides tobacco users with the tools they need for courage and self-empowerment,” Berfield said.
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