Help is Available

Arkansans who want to stop using tobacco can get intensive treatment at no cost through the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Public Health, the UAMS Area Health Education Centers and affiliated hospitals, and the Arkansas Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health.

Tobacco users who take advantage of professional help and treatment programs have a much better chance of quitting. We know that quitting tobacco isn't easy. It takes practice. And sometimes it takes intensive treatment and customized treatment plans for different people. People who participate in treatment will be given the option to consent to provide their information for research into how this type of program is working in Arkansas.

All treatment methods are supported by research. Full-time, trained tobacco specialists work with tobacco users to increase their chances of quitting and staying tobacco free by applying basic strategies to their lives.

People learn to look at their environment and their daily life, recognize the triggers that stimulate tobacco use and how to manage them. Becoming aware of what triggers tobacco use is important to staying tobacco free. Everyone is different, so how one person applies these strategies may be very different from another person.

During treatment, people also learn about the various medications available to help reduce the cravings for nicotine. When people really understand their medications and how to use them, they are more likely to have success.

What should I do first?

Dial 1-866-NOWQUIT (1-866-669-7848)
or
use this website to talk to a Tobacco Specialist
or
find a Cessation Clinic near you, and call them.

What happens when I call one of your clinics?

First you will talk with one of our tobacco specialist. Your tobacco specialist will work with you to help you quit using tobacco. You will be asked to answer some questions similar to those in any health care clinic. Your answers are important.

I really want to quit, but I'm not sure I'm ready. Should I call now?

Yes! There are many ways that the clinics can help you to prepare to quit.