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| New York Quit Smoking |
Question:
I have heard of some programs that New York city is offering to help residents quit smoking. What are they?
Answer:
New York's health department plans to distribute nicotine patches to
residents as part of its campaign against smoking.
New York City will distribute 35,000 kits with a four-week supply, which
typically costs about $150, to residents who call the 311 New York City
information line. This is the third giveaway since the program began in
2003 and so far 80,000 kits have been distributed.
City residents who call 311 also can receive referrals to
smoking-cessation programs. An additional 50,000 patch kits have been
distributed for free to residents through quit-smoking programs at
hospitals, clinics and community organizations throughout New York City.
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