The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department wants smokers to start the new year by stopping an old habit.
The health department is offering two classes designed for people who want to quit smoking. One class will be held 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays beginning Jan. 11 at the Public Health Clinic North, 805A Newtown Circle, while the other will be 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays beginning Feb. 2 at Tates Creek Public Library, 3628 Walden Drive. To sign up for one of the classes or for more information, call 288-2423.
“Cooper-Clayton classes are one of the most effective methods we can offer a person who wants to quit smoking,” said Angela Brumley-Shelton, Community Education and Tobacco coordinator. “They work well because they provide social support and education and use nicotine replacement products. These three things work together to give a participant the best chance at stopping smoking for life.”
The Cooper-Clayton Method to stop Smoking provides 12 weeks of education and support sessions that have been proven effective for smokers no matter how long they’ve used tobacco products. The class requires a $50 registration deposit that will be reimbursed upon completion of the program if the person has completed all 12 classes and has remained smoke-free. Participants will receive nicotine replacement therapy products, such as nicotine gum, patches and lozenges, at no cost as long as they are smoke-free after the third week of the program.
The health department also uses the KY QUITLINE at 1-800-QUITNOW.
