Don't be Silent About Smoking

Now is the perfect time to talk to your patients who smoke

On June 3, 2008 the excise tax on cigarettes in New York State increased by $1.25, raising the average cost per pack to approximately $7 ($9 in New York City). The experience of other states indicates that when cigarette taxed go up, smoking goes down. The increased price of cigarettes in New York State is expected to motivate 140,000 smokers to quit for good.

By providing counseling, pharmacotherpy, and referral, you can triple your patients' chances of successfully quitting. And helping patients to successfully quit smoking is one of the most effective interventions you can provide to reduce suffering and improves their health.

Don't be silent about smoking. Right now your patients are more motivated than ever to quit. For more information and to help your patients quit smoking, visit TalkToYourPatients.org or call the NY State Smokers Quitline at 1-856-NY-QUITS (1-866-697-8487)