Dear Editor,

Even though the Great American Smokeout was last week, it’s never too late to embrace a new outlook.

Here’s a fresh approach: “You don’t have to stop smoking in one day. Start with day one.”

Quitting smoking is not easy. It takes time and a plan. Talk to your health care provider about quitting tobacco for good and call the Indiana Tobacco Quitline for free help. Are you ready for day one?  Visit www.quitnowindiana.com or call 1-800-QUIT-NOW for free help to quit.

Studies show that tobacco use continues to be the leading cause of preventable death and disease. Quitting smoking is the single most important step that one can take to reduce the risk of cancer and improve their overall health.

Make today the first day for a new beginning.

Heidi Blake
Program Director,
Kosciusko County Tobacco Free Coalition