Tobacco
use remains the leading cause of preventable death and illness in the U.S.
Suffolk County Health Commissioner Dr. James
Tomarken encourages residents who use tobacco to seek help in attempting to break
their addiction by registering for Suffolk County’s “Learn to Be …Tobacco Free” program. The
program, which is free to Suffolk County residents, offers assistance with
planning, support, and counseling. The program also provides over-the counter
medications for a fee to participants who are medically eligible.
“Tobacco use
remains the leading preventable cause of death and illness in the U.S., with
nearly half a million Americans dying prematurely from smoking each year and
more than 16 million Americans suffering from diseases caused by smoking,” said
Dr. Tomarken.
Studies have
shown that tobacco users who try to break their addiction with behavioral
support are more likely to be successful than those who try to do so without
support. Registration for the program is open until the second week of each
session. Classes will take place as follows:
HRHCare Shirley at Marilyn
Shellabarger
550 Montauk Hwy
Shirley,
NY 11967
Dates:
Monday, June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, 2018
Reunion:
July 23, 2018
6:00
p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Contact: Janis 631-853-3187
Sayville Library
88 Greene Avenue
Sayville,
NY 11782
Dates:
Tuesday, June 5, 12,19, 26 July 10, 17 2018
Reunion:
August 7, 2018
6:00
p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Contact: Janis 631-853-3187
East Northport Library
185 Larkfield Rd
East
Northport, NY 11731
Dates:
Thursday, June 7, 14, 21,28, July 5, 12, 2018
Reunion:
July 26, 2018
5:00
p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Contact: Debora 631-853-2928
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