New York launched a massive anti-smoking campaign
'06.01.2020'
Source: 1.nyc.gov
Tobacco remains one of the leading causes of preventable death in New York City, killing about 12 people each year. In this regard, the Department of Health launched a campaign against smoking. This was reported by the press service of the city hall.
Until January 16th, New Yorkers who want to quit smoking can receive free nicotine patches and pills. The use of such drugs, as well as expert advice, can double the chances of successful disposal of addiction.
About Campaign
On December 30, 2019, the Department of Health launched a new anti-smoking campaign in New York. The initiative is called “Drop Today. Be there tomorrow. ”(Quit today. Be there tomorrow). It is designed, including, for families of people who suffer from diseases associated with smoking.
As part of the campaign, an image was created in which a little girl is next to her father in a hospital ward; she tells him a story about a game she played with her uncle, and in the end she says: “You should have been there.”
As part of the campaign, New Yorkers who want to quit smoking can apply for free nicotine patches and tablets until January 16th. To do this, visit the site nysmokefree.com or by calling 1-866-NY-QUITS.
The $ 1,2 million campaign will run in English, Spanish, Traditional, and Simplified Chinese, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Russian. She will appear in newspapers, online, on the subway, on the Staten Island ferry and on television.
“This campaign is a powerful reminder for New Yorkers who smoke, smoking affects more than just you. It affects your family too, ”said Commissioner of Health, Dr. Oxiris Barbot. Quitting smoking is the most important step you can take to improve your health. This giveaway is a great time to try to quit. All New Yorkers should encourage their friends and family who smoke to seek help today. ”
Why is this campaign needed?
Tobacco continues to be one of the leading causes of preventable death in New York City, killing about 12 people annually. Tobacco use can cause stroke, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, vascular disease, and more than 000 types of cancer. Cigarettes are the only group of consumer goods that kill up to half of people who use them for a long time.
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Although the adult smoking rate in New York City fell from 21,5% in 2002 to 12,8% in 2018, nearly 900 New Yorkers continue to smoke in the country. The 000 New York City Public Health Survey found that 2018% of whites were smokers, 13% were blacks, and 14% were Hispanics. Among the adult population who took part in the survey in Russian or Chinese, this figure was 11%.
What was undertaken by the city to combat smoking earlier
In August 2017, Mayor Bill de Blasio signed a package of bills to reduce tobacco consumption. It included: a ban on the sale of tobacco products in pharmacies; raising minimum prices for all tobacco products; limit the number of retail tobacco stores throughout the city; creation of a license for the retail sale of electronic cigarettes, which was not open to pharmacies; the actual ban on the sale of electronic cigarettes in pharmacies; limit the number of retail stores of electronic cigarettes; as well as promoting the idea of a ban on smoking in residential premises.
How to make smoking cessation easier
- Find the reason. First, find a reason to quit smoking and make a list of reasons if you have many, and re-read it often.
- Choose a date when you quit smoking. Choose a day from which you stop smoking so that you have time to prepare. Throw away all cigarettes in advance, get rid of ashtrays and lighters.
- Get support and encouragement. Tell your family, friends and colleagues that you are quitting smoking and ask for their support.
- Avoid triggers. Find and avoid what causes attraction. Alcohol, coffee, stress, and being close to smokers may make you want to smoke again. Pay attention to what makes you pick up a cigarette so that you can avoid such situations; Change your daily routine - you should always have a plan on how to deal with your triggers.
- Keep trying. Almost everyone tries to quit smoking, so don't be afraid to try again. You haven't failed - you've learned more about your triggers.
And remember: it's never too late to quit smoking. Getting rid of this addiction will improve your health, no matter how old you are or how long you smoke.
Additional Information
You can learn more about how to quit smoking and find support in getting rid of a bad habit using these resources:
- Visit the New York Department of Health website: gov / health, section NYC Quits.
- Talk with your doctor about medications that can help you quit smoking. Most health insurance plans, including Medicaid, cover services that can help you get rid of nicotine addiction.
- Download the NYC HelpMeQuit app on Apple or Google Play.
- Visit gov / health and go to the Health Map section to find local smoking cessation programs.
- Visit facebook.com/nycquits.
