Resources

Ready to quit? Strugging with cravings? We can help!

Whether you're ready to quit, aren't sure what to do, or just want help getting through the day without tobacco, these campus programs and online resources can help:

Nicotine Replacement Therapy
Whether you are ready to quit tobacco or just worried about how to get throught the day without it, nicotine replacement therapy can help. The UHS Pharmacy offers the patch, gum or lozenge. Come to UHS and ask the pharmacist for a discount voucher good for six $10 discounts on purchases of nicotine replacement therapies.

Medical appointments
Students and University Health Services patients interested in using prescription medications to quit can call UHS, (413) 577-5101, for an appointment.

Acupuncture
Acupuncture can be an effective adjunct to treatment for quitting tobacco. UHS' Acupuncture Clinic is open to students, faculty and staff by appointment; call (413) 577-6511. The Student Health Benefit Plan covers acupuncture at UHS. Treatment is also available on a fee-for-service basis; if your insurance plan covers acupuncture, you may submit claims to them for reimbursement.

This is Quitting
A free, mobile program designed by the Truth Initiative that gives young adults the motivation and support needed to ditch JUUL and other e-cigarettes. To get started, text DITCHJUUL to 88709.

Help Line – Quit Works
Telephone counseling has been shown to double the chances of long-term quitting.The Massachusetts Smoker's Helpline is a free, confidential way to get support and information to help quit smoking. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW, Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m., Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Peer Wellness Coaching
Meet one-on-one with a peer wellness coach for support in setting goals, building on personal strengths, and increasing your resiliency.

Employee Counseling & Consultation Office (ECCO)
The ECCO is a free resource for faculty and staff. Services are by appointment; call (413) 545-0350.
 

Communicating about the policy

Unsure about how to talk to someone about the tobacco-free initiative? This video series, created by the University of California, walks you through the conversation: