Quitting is hard. Quitting alone is harder. You don't have to do it alone
Almost no one quits on the first try — and that’s okay. Every attempt gets you closer. What matters is not giving up, and having real support.
What your body starts to recover
- Within hours: your heart rate and blood pressure start to normalize.
- Within weeks: you breathe better and cough less.
- Over the years: your risk of heart attack and cancer drops steadily.
How we help at EMC
- A visit to build your plan and set a quit date.
- Evaluation of treatment options with your doctor.
- Follow-up: most people relapse in the first weeks. That's where support makes the difference.
- A review of your lung and cardiovascular health.
Free help in Florida
Tobacco Free Florida offers free counseling and resources: tobaccofreeflorida.com. You can also call 1-800-QUIT-NOW.
This information is educational and does not replace medical consultation.