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The County Health Plan wants to help you STOP smoking

The County Health Plan allows members to purchase over-the-counter smoking cessation products through our pharmacy benefit plan, saving you money while you improve your quality of life. Nicotine Dependence or smoking is a very significant risk factor for the three diseases that cause the most deaths – heart disease, stroke and lung cancer.

  • Smoking is responsible for approximately 80 percent of all lung cancer deaths and 20 percent of all cancer deaths.
  • Smokers are also at an increased risk of having reduced lung-function from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The use of tobacco has been linked to a variety of other conditions, such as diabetes, peptic ulcers, some vision problems and back pain. Smoking during pregnancy can lead to premature birth, miscarriage or stillbirth.
  • Passive smoke causes lower respiratory illness in children, lung cancer in adults, and contributes to the symptoms of asthma in children. Stopping smoking can be a significant step in improving your quality of life and the quality of life of those around you.

How do I take advantage of this benefit?

  1. Check with your HR manager to make sure your group is participating in this program.
  2. See a physician to discuss the smoking cessation products and the possible side effects to determine which product is best for you.
  3. Obtain a prescription from your physician (you must have a prescription to receive the pharmacy benefit.)
  4. Pick up your prescription and start using it as prescribed (pay only the generic copay).

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