Tobacco Cessation

Information & Links

This program is designed for clients who wish to stop using tobacco and remain tobacco-free. Individualized counseling is available as well as follow-up services.

Tobbacco can end you

A weekly support group is also available.

Appointments can be made on the same day or in advance by calling SCF's Health Education Department at the Alaska Native Primary Care Center - (907) 729-2689.

If you use tobacco, the single most important thing you can do for your health is quit.


  • Step 1: Decide you want to quit

  • Step 2: Pick a quit day

  • Step 3: Quit


Smoky environment needs to be put out


In the United States alone, second hand smoke is responsible for an estimated 35,000 to 40,000 deaths each year from heart disease in people who are not current smokers. American Cancer Society. Cancer Facts and Figures 2002.

Secondhand smoke can be harmful in many ways. Nonsmokers who are exposed to secondhand smoke absorb nicotine and other harmful chemicals just as smokers do. The greater the exposure to secondhand smoke, the greater the level of these harmful chemicals in your body.

Making your home smoke-free is a great start. A smoke-free home protects your family, your guests, and even your pets from the harmful effects of second hand smoke.

“Once you learn to quit, it becomes a habit. ” - Vince Lombardi



Recommended Internet Links:
Nicotine Anonymous

A Non-Profit 12 Step Fellowship of men and women helping each other live nicotine-free lives.

Tobacco Free

Empowering smokers to quit successfully, and motivating youth to stay tobacco free.

Lung USA

The American Lung Association provides lots of information on smoking and lung related illness.

Lung AK

The Alaskan Chapter of the American Lung Association

QuitNet

QuitNet is dedicated to providing comprehensive resources and support for people trying to give up smoking









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