1 out of every 2 smokers said they were motivated to quit because their health care provider recommended it.1
Health care providers play a crucial role in helping their patients quit. NYC Treats Tobacco has complied resources to help health care systems and their providers better encourage their patients to quit.
1 NY Department of Health Bureau of Tobacco Control. 2015. Health Concerns and Provider Recommendations Motivate Smokers to Quit. Bureau of Tobacco Control StatShot Vol. 8, No. 6