Tobacco Treatment

 

UMass Amherst became a completely tobacco-free campus on July 1, 2013. Learn more about the policy at the Tobacco-Free UMass website.

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:

  • Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP)
    The FSAP is a free resource for faculty and staff. Services are by appointment; call 413-545-0350.

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

  • 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 for $10 off a two-week supply.
  • Acupuncture 
    Acupuncture can be an effective adjunct to treatment for quitting tobacco. UHS's 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.
  • 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.

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