I live in NYC, and the State of New York has launched a Smoke Free program which has been in effect for some time now. Not only do they show very graffic ads on television such as the brain of a 38-year old smoker who did from a stroke, the heart valve of a 32-year old smoker, as well as the destruction of the lungs, they also provide a support hotline for smokers. And those who are eligible receive a free starter kit, as well as phone support.
I am really curious if other states provide the same service. I had reached the point where I wanted to quit, and those ads were the last little push I needed. And every time I feel like I want to cave in, I just need to recall these very graphic ads, and let me tell you those cravings disappear faster than lighting up a cigarette.
It would be great to hear if your state provides something similar, or not at all.
Gaby
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/17/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 8
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 169
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $62
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 17 [B]Mins:[/B] 53 [B]Seconds:[/B] 38