Guest Op-Ed: Make this the last year you resolve to quit smoking
BY JEFF SEYLER
Quitting smoking is a common New Year’s resolution for Americans each year — but it’s easier said than done. The average smoker who quits successfully makes several attempts before quitting for good. The fact that multiple quit attempts are the norm may seem discouraging, but knowledge is power and planning ahead can greatly improve a person’s likelihood of success.
We want all smokers to know that we are here to support them every step of the way in their efforts to quit for good. The important thing is not to give up. The Lung Association has launched the “Quitter in You” campaign to empower people trying to quit smoking by acknowledging that past quit attempts are not failures, but are normal and necessary steps along the path to success.