You can quit smoking
Ready to quit smoking? We’re here to help. Alaska’s Tobacco Quit Line offers free quit coaching and nicotine replacement therapy like patches and gum. Boost your chances of quitting for good – call, text, or enroll online today!
It’s free. It’s confidential.
And it works.
“I would recommend calling the Quit Line. I think it was a really useful tool and ultimately is what helped me quit smoking.”
– Craig from Ketchikan
Here’s what happens from the moment you finish your last cigarette:
- In 20 minutes — Your heart rate returns to normal and your blood pressure drops.
- In a few days — The amount of carbon monoxide in your blood drops to the level of someone who does not smoke. Your body is free of nicotine. Your sense of smell and taste improve.
- In 1 to 2 years — Your chance of having a heart attack drops dramatically.
Tips to help you quit:
- Set a quit date — Setting a date for your quit makes you more likely to follow through.
- Write down your reasons for quitting — Are you quitting for your health? For your loved ones? To save money? Knowing your “why” will help you stay motivated, especially in difficult moments.
- Identify your triggers — Where and when do you smoke? With your morning coffee? With certain people or in specific places? The more you know your triggers, the better you can plan to deal with them.
- Make a plan — Who can you reach out to for support? Can you ask your friends, family, and coworkers not to use tobacco or nicotine products around you? How will you deal with your triggers and get through cravings? Your quit coach will work with you to make a plan that is right for you.
- Remove tobacco and nicotine products from your home, car, and workplace.
“The best thing about the Quit Line would be how nonjudgmental they are.”
– Tija from North Pole
How do you sign up?
Call, text, or enroll online with Alaska’s Tobacco Quit Line! The Quit Line is FREE for all Alaskans. Quit Line services include phone, text, or web coaching sessions and free nicotine replacement therapy.
“The best thing about quitting smoking is that you’re back in control again.”
– Maria from Fairbanks
It can take several tries to quit smoking – don’t give up.
You can always call us, even if you have enrolled before.
You can quit. We can help.