Tobacco Cessation Program

Support for Your Journey

We understand that quitting tobacco use can be challenging, but your health and well-being are worth it. North Oaks Health System is here to support your journey to a healthier lifestyle. Our program is designed to help you eliminate tobacco and enjoy the benefits of better health and increased savings. You are not alone; we are here to support you every step of the way.

Are You Ready to Quit?

North Oaks Tobacco Cessation offers counseling and support to help you start your journey to a tobacco-free life.

Are you ready to set up an appointment today?
Call 985-230-2778!

If you have questions or need more information, North Oaks offers a complimentary tobacco educational seminar. To register, go to: SIGN UP FOR A SEMINAR TODAY

Why Choose Our Program?

North Oaks Tobacco Cessation gives patients the best chance to quit.

Here’s why:

Attending counseling sessions can double your chances for successfully quitting tobacco use
Individuals who attempt to quit tobacco usage using prescription medication tend to have higher success rates than those who try to quit alone without medication

“Studies show that tobacco users who work with a counselor while taking medications or using nicotine replacement products are three times more likely to quit than those who try to kick the habit without help,” notes Jennifer Littell, FNP-C, Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist.

If you are looking to quit smoking, North Oaks’ Tobacco Cessation Program offers counseling and support to help you start your journey to a smoke-free life.

Free Seminars

Our expert and compassionate team at North Oaks offers free, informative seminars to help you start your journey to a tobacco-free life.

What is Considered a Tobacco Product?

Cigarettes
Cigars
Cigarillos
Pipe Tobacco
Waterpipe tobacco
Smokeless tobacco
E-cigarettes

Effects of Tobacco Use on Your Body

Nicotine raises your heart rate and blood pressure.
Carbon monoxide robs oxygen from your heart, brain, and arteries.
Damages blood vessels, causing blood clots and stroke.
Lowers activity tolerance and decreases good cholesterol levels.
Reduces blood flow in legs and skin, causing blockages.
Delays healing.

Diseases Caused by Tobacco Use

Cancer: Smoking contributes to 90% of all lung cancers. Smoking can cause cancer almost everywhere in your body.
Heart Disease
Lung Disease
Stroke

Benefits of Quitting

Quitting tobacco use lowers your risk of tobacco-related diseases and can add years to your life.

Benefits include:

Decreased risk of cancer
Decreased risk of stroke
Decreased risk of heart disease
Slows progression of chronic lung disease
Improves wound healing
Improves circulation

How to Quit

Our program includes:

Nicotine Replacement Therapies
Medications
Counseling

Note: E-cigarettes and vaping are not approved tobacco cessation therapies.

How Can We Help?

North Oaks offers comprehensive support through our Tobacco Cessation Program, online quit programs, and resources from the American Lung Association, American Heart Association, and American Cancer Society. Most people who have quit tobacco use tried multiple times before they were successful in complete cessation.

Call us today at (985) 230-2778 to learn more about the Tobacco Cessation Program and how we can help you achieve your goal of becoming tobacco-free.