Tobacco-Free Living
Take the First Step Toward a Tobacco-Free Life
Many people who use tobacco or vape products want to quit, but they may not know where to start. At Saint Alphonsus, we're here to help you reduce or quit tobacco and nicotine use with personalized support and guidance.
Our Tobacco-Free Living programs are led by experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) and Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialists (CTTSs). We work with you to create a plan that fits your goals and lifestyle.
How We Can Help
Our team provides support and education to help you succeed, including:
- Learning how nicotine addiction works and why quitting can be difficult
- Reviewing prescription medications and nicotine replacement options, such as patches, gum, or lozenges
- Discussing why past quit attempts may not have worked and exploring new strategies
- Creating a personalized treatment plan based on your needs
- Working with your healthcare provider to arrange medications if needed
- Helping you find low-cost or free nicotine replacement products when available
- Providing one-on-one coaching and support throughout your journey
Additional Information
Most people know tobacco use can harm their health, but many don't realize how quickly the benefits of quitting begin.
When you quit tobacco or nicotine products:
- Your health starts improving almost immediately.
- Your risk for serious health problems decreases over time.
- The longer you stay tobacco-free, the greater the health benefits.
- After many years without tobacco, your risk of certain diseases, including stroke and some cancers, can become much lower.
Private Consultations
You can schedule a phone consultation with one of our Registered Nurses to discuss your goals and create a plan to quit or reduce tobacco use.
Consultations:
- Are personalized to your needs
- Fit your schedule
- Typically include four sessions totaling about one hour of support
Saint Alphonsus offers low-dose CT lung cancer screening to help detect lung cancer early, when treatment is most effective. Ask your healthcare provider or visit our website to learn if you qualify.
You don't have to quit alone. These organizations can provide extra support:
- Idaho Project Filter
- Visit: www.projectfilter.org
- Call: 1-800-QUIT-NOW
- American Cancer Society
- Visit: www.quitnow.net/Idaho
- American Lung Association
- Visit: www.freedomfromsmoking.org
While Saint Alphonsus does not provide nicotine replacement products directly, we can help connect you with healthcare professionals who can recommend the best options for you. Many insurance plans cover some or all of the cost of these products.
Some people believe vaping is safer than smoking, but vaping still carries health risks.
Important facts about vaping:
- Vapes create an aerosol that is inhaled into the lungs.
- Many vape products contain nicotine, which can cause addiction.
- A single vape pod may contain as much nicotine as a pack of cigarettes.
- Even nicotine-free vape products can contain substances that may affect your health.
- Vaping has become popular among teens and young adults.
- Researchers are still studying the long-term health effects of vaping, but existing evidence shows there are potential risks.
We're Here to Help
Whether you want to quit smoking, stop vaping, or reduce your tobacco use, Saint Alphonsus is ready to support you every step of the way. Our goal is to help you improve your health and build a tobacco- and nicotine-free future.