Ready to Quit

Ready to quit? Thinking about quitting? No matter where you are in the process, our free tools and resources can help you quit smoking, vaping, or chewing tobacco. Choose the  option that’s right for you. We provide the support you need to help you become tobacco or vape-free for life.

Quit By Phone

You Don’t Have to Quit Alone

If you have questions or need some help, a coach is just a phone call away. People who call coaches are twice as likely to quit and using gum, patches or lozenges triples your chances.

  • Available 24/7 365 days a year
  • Up to 5 calls with a coach, tailored to your schedule
  • Nicotine Replacement Therapy (gum, patches or lozenges) for those medically appropriate and 18+
  • Text, e-mail and web services
  • Quit Guide and other materials based on your needs
  • 100% FREE
Quit Online

Get Your Own Online Coach

Many people prefer to quit on their own and Web Coach can help. Web Coach is a proven approach that creates a personalized quit plan that you can follow at your own pace and in private.

  • Chat with an Online Quit Coach
  • Free Nicotine Replacement Therapy starter kit (gum, patches or lozenges) for those medically appropriate and 18+
  • Text, email and web services
  • Online community
  • 100% FREE
Individual Services

Custom Quit Plans

Choose any or all of the options below to make a plan that fits you.

Text Messaging

Receive tips, reminders, and practical advice and encouragement that can help you quit.

Welcome Kit

Quit Guide to help you build your plan to quit.

Email Program

Emails with tools and tips to help you quit

Starter Kit

Free Nicotine Replacement Therapy starter kit (gum, patches, or lozenges) for those medically appropriate and 18+

Talk to Your Doctor

A Medical Professional Can Help

You Are 2-3x More Likely to Quit with the Help of a Health Care Provider

Health care providers like doctors, dentists, pharmacists, and mental health providers can help you successfully quit. Quitting can also help other health issues improve. Talk about quitting at your next appointment.

Ask questions during your visit:

  • Is medication right for me?
  • How do I use gum, patches or lozenges?
  • What are the side effects I may experience?
  • Are there free resources available?
  • How can I change my lifestyle to stay quit?
  • How can friends and family help?
  • How often should we discuss my progress?

Make some notes about:

  • When/where you smoke
  • How you feel before and after you smoke
  • Other times and ways you have tried to quit

Most health insurance plans cover some level of tobacco cessation treatments, including prescription medication that helps with cravings. Check your health plan to see which cessation treatments are covered. MO HealthNet (Missouri Medicaid) covers all seven FDA-approved tobacco cessation medications and individual and group cessation counseling for all enrollees.

What to Expect When You Call a Quitline

Are you thinking about quitting? Find out how trained Quit Coaches can help you quit successfully. Watch this videos to Take the Mystery Out of Calling 1-800-Quit-Now.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are Missouri Tobacco Quit Services really free?
Does Missouri Tobacco Quit Services help with all forms of tobacco use?
What if I prefer to speak to someone in a language other than English?
What if I miss my Quit Coach call?
What if I’m not sure I’m ready to quit today?
What if I don’t smoke, vape or chew tobacco but I want to help a friend or family member who does?
What if I start using tobacco again?