Tobacco Prevention
WEDCO Freedom From Smoking Classes
WEDCO District Health Department is proud to offer the Freedom From Smoking program in partnership with the American Lung Association. This 8-week, evidence-based program is designed to help individuals quit smoking and stay smoke-free—at no cost to Kentucky residents.
Classes are held at the WEDCO Community Room 300 E Washington Ave, Georgetown, KY Tuesdays & select Thursdays | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM May 14 – June 25, 2024
During the program, you’ll learn how to:
– Manage stress
– Avoid weight gain
– Establish a quit day
– Build skills to remain tobacco-free
Free Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is available for participants with a prescription who reside in Scott, Nicholas, or Harrison Counties.
CATCH My Breath
WEDCO District Health Department is proud to offer CATCH My Breath, an evidence-based youth vaping prevention program designed for middle and high school students. This interactive curriculum builds skills to resist peer pressure, make informed choices, and understand the risks of e-cigarette use.
Program Goals:
- Increase knowledge of the health risks of vaping and nicotine use
- Develop refusal skills to resist peer and media pressure
- Strengthen decision-making skills to support long-term health
- Promote a tobacco-free lifestyle among youth
WEDCO health educators deliver CATCH My Breath across our district at no cost, and we also provide training for teachers, youth leaders, and community partners who would like to administer the program themselves.
For more information or to schedule a presentation/training, please contact our Community Health team at 866.759.3326 ext. 1231 or 1140.
Resources for Quitting
Quit Now KY
Quit Now KY is a free program that offers counseling, support, and resources to help Kentuckians quit smoking, vaping, or using tobacco. Services are available by phone, online, or text, 24/7.
American Lung Association
Works to improve lung health and prevent lung disease through education, support, and advocacy. They offer resources to help people quit smoking and create healthier, smoke-free communities.
My Life My Quit
My Life, My Quit is a free and confidential quit service designed just for teens. It offers text support, live coaching, and resources to help young people quit vaping or tobacco.