1973: No-smoking sections introduced. 1990: No-smoking on all U.S. domestic flights

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1 Going Smoke Free 1

2 Going Smoke Free in STAGES 1973: No-smoking sections introduced. 1990: No-smoking on all U.S. domestic flights under 6 hours 2

3 Going Smoke Free in STAGES All Hospital locations in Michigan and many other work places are smoke free today. WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY NO SMOKING WITHIN 25 OF ENTRANCES 3

4 Going Smoke Free in STAGES May 1st 2010, all Michigan restaurants went smoke free 4

5 Going Smoke Free in STAGES What about tomorrow? National Health Care Reform Smokers may have up to 50% higher premiums 5

This is a known fact from the Surgeon General s report from 1964,

6 Going Smoke Free Quick Points Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the U.S. This is a known fact from the Surgeon General s report from 1964, Luther Terry wrote that it was known that smoking can cause lung cancer and is associated with heart disease 6

7 Going Smoke Free Quick Points 7

8 Why Quit Smoking? Within 20 minutes, your heart rate and blood pressure would begin to return to normal Within a day, oxygen and carbon monoxide levels return to normal In 3 weeks, your lung function could increase by up to 30% 8

equal to that of someone who never smoked In

9 Why Quit Smoking? In 1 year, your risk of heart disease would be half that if you continued to smoke In I 5-10 years, your risk of stroke would be equal to that of someone who never smoked In 10 years, your risk of lung cancer would be half that if you continued to smoke 9

10 QUIZ: Which Lung is Smoke Free? 10

11 How to Quit Smoking? What options are available to help quit smoking? Help can come from nicotine replacement medications prescription medications counseling support of friends and family educational resources 11

12 How to Quit Smoking cont. There are numerous ways to help you quit... HOWEVER, ONLY YOU CAN DECIDE TO QUIT AND COMMIT TO STAYING SMOKE FREE LETS FIND WHAT WILL HELP YOU QUIT AND STAY SMOKE FREE FOR A LIFETIME 12

13 HOW TO GET STARTED... KNOW WHY YOU WANT TO QUIT DON T GO COLD TURKEY Among those who try to stop smoking without healthcare management, 95% end up relapsing Smoking is an ADDICTION 13

14 HOW TO GET STARTED... KNOW WHY YOU WANT TO QUIT Because it s bad for you is not enough Think of 2-3 powerful, personal reasons for why you want to quit These reasons have to be strong enough to outweigh the urge to light up! 14

15 TO HELP YOU QUIT... NICOTINE-REPLACEMENT THERAPY & PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS Nicotine withdrawal may cause frustration, depression, restlessness, or lack of concentration 15

16 To Help You Quit... FIND SUPPORT MANAGE STRESS Many smokers believe smoking helps them cope with stress Try T massages, listening i to music, yoga, tai chi 16

To Help You Quit AVOID ALCOHOL AND OTHER TRIGGERS Alcohol is one of the most common triggers to smoke so try to drink less when you first quit If you smoke after meals do something else like brushing

17 To Help You Quit AVOID ALCOHOL AND OTHER TRIGGERS Alcohol is one of the most common triggers to smoke so try to drink less when you first quit If you smoke after meals do something else like brushing your teeth or chewing gum CLEAN HOUSE Toss all ashtrays and lighters Wash clothes, carpets, draperies, upholstery Use air fresheners GET MOVING Physical activity i can reduce nicotine i cravings and ease withdrawal symptoms 17

To Help You Quit EAT FRUITS & VEGGIES Studies suggest that these foods make cigarettes taste terrible Increasing these foods around the time you

18 To Help You Quit EAT FRUITS & VEGGIES Studies suggest that these foods make cigarettes taste terrible Increasing these foods around the time you quit may be beneficial to help you remain smoke free REWARD YOURSELF Think of the money you will save and spend it on something nice for yourself 18

19 What is this program about? Its a great time to be a Wellness Warrior Participant 19

20 PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY PATIENT-CENTERED CARE No matter what step in the quitting process you are in, we work with you to provide you with all of the necessary tools to make THIS your BEST time to QUIT! 20

21 PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS STRUCTURED APPROACH You will meet with a trained smoking cessation pharmacist who will help to work with you to design a smoking cessation program that will work WITH your life 21

22 WELLNESS WARRIORS! LISTEN UP! As part of the Wellness Warriors program at Wayne State, smoking cessation participants will receive: FREE one-on-one sessions with a trained smoking cessation pharmacist. 22

23 WELLNESS WARRIORS! LISTEN UP! and also receive: Nicotine Replacement Therapy for ONLY $15.50 (a savings of over 60% over other pharmacies) 23

24 INTERESTED IN FINDING OUT MORE? 5254 Anthony Wayne Drive Detroit, MI Phone: (313) Fax: (313)

WE QUIT! Between percent of people living with HIV smoke cigarettes. Quitting is one of the biggest steps you can take to stay healthy.

WE QUIT! Between percent of people living with HIV smoke cigarettes. Quitting is one of the biggest steps you can take to stay healthy. WE QUIT! Between 60-70 percent of people living with HIV smoke cigarettes. Quitting is one of the biggest steps you can take to stay healthy. People living with HIV/ AIDS who smoke tobacco now lose more