STAR approach to stop smoking

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By NBC Augusta Staff

Story Published: Aug 1, 2008 at 3:03 PM EDT

Story Updated: Aug 1, 2008 at 3:03 PM EDT

Quitting smoking is not easy, but Dr. Janie Heath with the Medical College of Georgia School of Nursing has some tips on how to reach your goal of kicking the habit.

Dr. Heath says the best way to quit smoking is to use the STAR approach. It is an acronym meaning: set a date, tell friends or family, anticipate challenges and remove triggers.

There are also different products on the market that can help break the nicotine addiction.

For more information contact the Tobacco Cessation Program at (706) 721-8224.

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