Smoking Cessation
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Other Clinics accepting Medicaid:
MU Health Care Primary Care - Visit website
Boone Health - Visit website
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Free texting program to help young people quit
Text: DITCHJUUL or DITCHVVAPE to 88709
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An outline of 5 steps to take in the effort to quit smoking or vaping.
800-784-8669 877-448-7848 (Spanish) 855-784-8838 (Vets)
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Nicotine Anonymous ("NicA") is a non-profit 12-step fellowship of men and women helping each other live nicotine-free lives. Nicotine Anonymous welcomes all those seeking freedom from nicotine addiction, including those using cessation programs and nicotine withdrawal aids. The primary purpose of Nicotine Anonymous is to help all those who would like to cease using tobacco and nicotine products in any form. The Fellowship offers group support and recovery using the 12 Steps as adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous to achieve abstinence from nicotine.
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A program sponsored by the Americal Lung Association.
1-800-LUNGUSA (586-4872)
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Provides the following support actions:
A customized quit plan that learns and grows with you.
Text messages for support quitting smoking or vaping.
Smart, interactive guides and tools for you to navigate your tobacco-free journey.
Expert advice and tips from Mayo Clinic.
An active, supportive EX Community of real tobacco users who have been through it all.
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FREE online quit-smoking program; free nicotine replacement therapy, quit guide, and phone access to a quit coach.
1 Hospital Drive Columbia, MO 65212 573-882-4993 800-784-8669 (800-QUIT NOW)
For MU Students only
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Quitting Nicotine: offers one-on-one visits with a medical provider. Physicians and nurse practitioners can prescribe cessation medications. As with other medical visits, insurance will be billed for the visit. Call to schedule an appointment.
1020 Hitt St, 4th Floor Columbia, MO 65212 573-882-7481
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri - 8-5; Wed - 9-5
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There is no denying tobacco use is one of the hardest habits to break, especially on your own. That's why Ellis Fischel Cancer Center and MU Health Care offer Quit Tobacco Now Services to help tobacco users kick the habit for good.
One Hospital Drive, 2nd Floor Columbia, MO 65212 573-884-2100
Sober Living
Content updated April 30, 2024
Provides treatment for those seeking recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. Visit website for office hours and clinic hours.
90 E Leslie Ln
Columbia, MO 65202
573-615-1466