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For some, a concern about weight gain can lead to a decision not to quit. But the weight gain that follows quitting smoking is generally very small. It is much more dangerous to continue smoking than it is to gain a small amount of weight.
- American Cancer Society

Bloomington Area Cessation Resources

Because smoking is a complex habit that encompasses physical, behavioral, and psychological aspects, smokers need a plan that addresses these aspects simultaneously. The best chance for long-term success happens when the quit plan includes the two components below.

1. Consult a health or medical professional. Your doctor, dentist, or other health professional can provide insights into the risks of smoking as it relates to you personally. They can also help you with information about the proper use of medication and nicotine replacement products.

2. Check out all available resources. Following is a list of cessation resources available on the Bloomington campus, in the community, and on the Web.

Campus resources

Employees:
Free & Clear® Quit For Life™ Program is a tobacco treatment program available to all full-time IU Academic and Staff employees and their family members age 18 or older even if they are not enrolled in an IU-sponsored medical plan.

Questions? Contact Free & Clear®, 1-866-784-8454 or .

Students:
The IU Health Center offers cessation resources to students.

Local resources. Before participating in an event, call to confirm location, date, and time.

Bloomington Hospital events and classes
Monroe County
Indiana Tobacco Prevention and Cessation
IN Health Connect Services for smoking in Indiana

Free on the Web
(programs are not endorsed by IU)

Freedom from Smoking online program, American Lung Association
Guide to Quitting Smoking, American Cancer Society
Quitworks Online program
Quitnet Online program and community