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will be offered in-person from 1 to 3 • improved health break free from the habit and embrace
p.m., beginning Monday, July 10, with a healthier lifestyle.”
• to gain a deeper understanding
sessions running through November. of the addiction of smoking and Classes are open to all smokers.

There is no charge for the course, but
its effects on your health Family members and caretakers are

registration is required.
• improvement in mood or with encouraged to participate as well.
Led by Sandra Wilson-Hypes, Health symptoms of depression Register online at umshoreregional.
Educator for University of Maryland org/health-education and click on
• a reduced need for doctors’
Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, the date(s) of the course you wish to
this course will off er guidance, visits or hospitalization attend in the calendar provided.
information, tools and resources • connection with a community Toxic Tobacco Trash
to help participants quit smoking. of individuals on the same By Heather Grove, BSN, RN
Course topics include: Smoking 101 journey
on July 10, creating a quit-smoking
• to learn effective strategies to

plan on August 8, information on overcome cravings and triggers Tobacco products are harmful, not
the various health risks of smoking just to the human body but to our
• increased chances of achieving
on September 12, discussion on the environment as well. Take a walk
challenges to quitting smoking on long-term success in quitting down the street, through the park, or
smoking
October 10, and information, tools on the beach and you are bound to see
and resources to staying smoke free “Quitting smoking is a crucial step it…cigarette butts, vape pods, cigar
on November 7. Attendance in all fi ve toward improving your overall health tips, and even cellophane wrappers
sessions of the course is encouraged and well-being,” said Wilson-Hypes. and packaging. All of these items are
but not required. “By enrolling in a smoking cessation trash that is generated from tobacco
products.
course, you can gain the necessary
Participants who complete the course
can expect: guidance and support to successfully

Quality Health Care

for the Entire Family

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410-634-2380
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Accepting Medicare, Medicaid & Most Major Insurance Plans
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