Resources
Quit Smoking Resources
If you, a family member, or someone you know is interested in smoking cessation resources and information, you can find helpful links here.
Your health insurance can help you quit! If you’re thinking about quitting smoking, your health insurance plan can help.
Through the Affordable Care Act many public and private plans are required to cover FDA-approved quit-smoking medications.
For more information on coverage, call 311. The City of Philadelphia also offers translations services for all community needs.
To speak with an interpreter, please call 215-686-5200 (Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm) or goto phila.gov/311
The Department of Public Health (DPH) works with community-based organizations, health care providers, civic leaders, private employers, and schools and universities to address tobacco use. Key strategies include policy development, education and evaluation. Free Nicotine Replacement Therapy, Patches, Gum and Lozenges are available.
- PA Free Quitline: 1-800-QUIT-NOW
- En Espanol: 1-855-DEJELO-YA
The EX Plan is based on scientific research and practical advice from ex-smokers. It isn’t just about quitting smoking. It’s about “re-learning life without cigarettes.”
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) created Smokefree.gov to help you or someone you care about quit smoking. Smokefree.gov is a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ efforts to reduce smoking rates in the United States.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health has created a program to assist people who want to stop smoking called QuitLogix. Quitting tobacco is a process. Whether you are thinking about quitting, are not yet ready to quit, or have already quit, PA Free Quitline can help you with each step of the way.
A non-profit 12-step fellowship of men and women helping each other live nicotine-free lives. Nicotine Anonymous welcomes all those seeking freedom from nicotine addiction, including those using cessation programs and nicotine withdrawal aids.
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