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According to the National Cancer Institute, cigarette smoking causes 87 percent of lung cancer deaths and is responsible for most cancers of the larynx, oral cavity and pharynx, esophagus and bladder. Although quitting the habit seems a simple solution, the highly addictive nature of nicotine makes that an overwhelming challenge for many smokers. There are however, many resources available to assist patients through the process of quitting. Some of those resources include:
BroMenn Healthcare
Freedom from Smoking Classes. For more information call BroMenn Community Wellness Services at 309-268-5900
OSF St. Joseph Medical Center
Center for Healthy Lifestyles: One on One smoking cessation consultations available or Freedom from Smoking Classes
For more information or to register call 1-888-6-ASK-OSF (1-888-627-5673)
Telephone Based Smoking Cessation programs:
Illinois Tobacco Quitline 1-866- QUIT- YES
(1-866-784-8937)
McLean County residents who access the Quitline may be eligible to receive Nicotine Replacement Therapy (Nicotine Patches) for up to 4 weeks FREE from the McLean County Health Department-while supplies last.
www.smokefree.gov
Community Cancer Center Library
There are various brochures available free of charge in the
Community Cancer Center Library
Other Helpful Organizations
American Cancer Society
1-800-ACS-2345
American Lung Association
1-800-Lung-USA
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