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Kick the Habit: Stop Smoking in the New Year

Kick the Habit

Practical Strategies to Stop Smoking in the New Year

Start the New Year with a plan to quit smoking.

Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health, but knowing where to start—and how to stay on track—can be challenging. Whether you've tried to quit before or are considering quitting for the first time, having the right tools and strategies can make a difference.

Join Shoreline Medical Addiction Treatment and Dr. Stephen Viel, a board-certified addiction medicine physician, for a free, live educational webinar exploring practical, evidence-based approaches to quitting smoking.

We'll discuss the medications, nicotine replacement therapies, and behavioral strategies that can help reduce cravings, manage withdrawal symptoms, change established habits, and improve your chances of quitting successfully.

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What We'll Cover

  • Preparing to quit: Choosing a quit date, developing a plan, and setting realistic expectations.

  • Nicotine replacement therapy: Understanding patches, gum, lozenges, and how combining treatments can improve success.

  • Prescription medications: How medications such as varenicline (Chantix) and bupropion (Wellbutrin) can help reduce cravings and support quitting.

  • Managing cravings and triggers: Practical techniques for dealing with stress, routines, and situations associated with smoking.

  • Staying tobacco-free: Building healthier habits, maintaining motivation, and responding to setbacks without giving up.

Event Details

Thursday, January 7, 2027
6:00–7:00 PM Eastern
Location: Virtual (Google Meet)
Cost: Free

The webinar will include approximately 45 minutes of educational content followed by an opportunity for audience questions and discussion.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is open to anyone interested in quitting smoking, supporting a friend or family member who wants to quit, or learning more about effective smoking cessation strategies. No previous knowledge or experience is necessary.

About the Presenter

Stephen C. Viel, MD, MBA is a physician board-certified in Addiction Medicine and Emergency Medicine and the founder of Shoreline Medical Addiction Treatment in Edgewater, Florida. His clinical work focuses on evidence-based treatment of substance use disorders, including the use of medications and behavioral approaches to support recovery and improve health.

Registration

This webinar is free, but advance registration is required.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for joining the live event.

We encourage participants to bring questions. The presentation will provide general educational information and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice.

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