Smoking Cessation
Take the First Step Towards a Smoke-Free Life with Pineville Pharmacy’s Smoking Cessation Program
Smoking Cessation
Take the First Step Towards a Smoke-Free Life with Pineville Pharmacy’s Smoking Cessation Program
Why Quit Smoking?
Why Choose Pineville Pharmacy for Smoking Cessation?
Personalized One-on-One Consultation
A 30-minute session with a pharmacist to develop a quit plan and assess your specific needs.
Ongoing Support and Accountability
Weekly follow-up sessions to monitor progress, manage withdrawal symptoms, and provide encouragement.
Prescription Assistance
Our pharmacists can help determine if prescription treatments would benefit your quit plan and provide guidance on options.
Our Comprehensive Smoking Cessation Program
Our smoking cessation program includes a structured plan to help you achieve a smoke-free life. During your initial 30-minute consultation, our pharmacist will assess your nicotine dependence, discuss triggers, and work with you to create a tailored quit plan. Following this, you’ll have weekly 15-minute follow-ups to track progress, manage any withdrawal symptoms, and adjust your plan as needed.
Program Features:
- Initial Consultation: In-depth assessment to understand your smoking habits, triggers, and motivations.
- Personalized Quit Plan: A customized roadmap to help you quit, including setting a quit date and identifying coping strategies.
- Weekly Check-Ins: Regular sessions to discuss progress, address any setbacks, and provide encouragement.
Health Benefits of Quitting Smoking
Quitting smoking is one of the best decisions you can make for your health. The benefits are both immediate and long-term, including improved heart and lung function, increased energy, and a reduced risk of cancer and other serious diseases. Pineville Pharmacy’s smoking cessation program provides the support you need to overcome cravings and manage withdrawal symptoms, so you can enjoy a smoke-free, healthier future.
Health Milestones After Quitting Smoking:
- 20 Minutes After Quitting: Heart rate returns to normal.
- 2 Weeks to 3 Months: Blood circulation and lung function improve.
- 1 to 9 Months: Coughing and shortness of breath decrease as your lungs begin to heal.
- 1 Year: Risk of heart disease is cut in half.