Tobacco/Vaping Cessation

Support for Quitting Tobacco and/or Vaping

If you’re thinking about quitting tobacco or vaping, you’re not alone - and support is available. Consulting with a healthcare provider is a great first step. They can help you explore safe and effective cessation strategies, including Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) and behavioral counseling. Research shows that combining NRT with counseling can significantly improve your chances of success.

Resources

• Quit Now VA – Get free, personalized support from a certified quit coach to create a quitting plan that works for you. Quit Now VA offers tools to help manage cravings, navigate withdrawal symptoms, and build healthier habits. Watch episodes of Tobacco-Free Tuesdays on their website.
• American Lung Association – Offers evidence-based programs such as Freedom From Smoking®, which has helped thousands of people quit.
• W&L Health Insurance (Aetna) – Smoking and tobacco cessation counseling is covered under preventive care benefits-up to eight visits per year (copays may apply). See the Aetna plan for details.
• W&L Prescription Drug Benefit (Optum) – Certain tobacco cessation medications, including nicotine gum, patches, lozenges, etc., are available at no cost under your prescription drug benefit. To qualify:
  • You must be 18 or older
  • Obtain a prescription from your doctor (even for over-the-counter products)
  • Fill the prescription at an in-network pharmacy
  • See the Optum plan for a full list of covered products