Quit Smoking KC

Quit 2Live2 is a free quit smoking research program of Swope Health Central and the University of Kansas Medical Center.

Quit Smoking KC (Kick It at Swope) is a free quit smoking research program next to Swope Health Central that provides adult cigarette smokers with the help they need to quit smoking. We offer quit smoking medication to some, and information/strategies to support quitting to all - free of charge. Compensation for time and effort is given to those who qualify and participate in the program.

10/27/2025

Smoking is a habit and is often triggered by our routines—morning coffee, driving to work, taking a break, or winding down at night. These moments become automatic cues to light up, but the good news is you can retrain those habits.

Call or Text (816)320-6339 and learn new ways to help when you are triggered.

10/25/2025

Starting a new program can be intimidating, but the counselors at Quit2Live are the best—patient, understanding, and ready to walk with you every step of the way. 💪🏾 They don’t judge, they encourage, and they’ll help you build a plan that actually works for you. Because quitting isn’t just about stopping—it’s about finding your freedom again. ✨

10/23/2025

Being ready to quit smoking means deciding you’re done letting ci******es control your health, time, and money. It’s not about having everything figured out—it’s about taking the first step and believing that a smoke-free life is possible.

Amy was ready to quit and signed up for the Quit2Live program.
Ready to quit? Call (816) 320-6339

10/21/2025

For some people va**ng is a way to taper off ci******es because it can reduce exposure to some of the harmful chemicals found in to***co smoke. It can be used as a step down and a short term tool on the path to quitting completely.

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10/20/2025

🚭 Top Ten Barriers to Quitting Smoking
🚭 Barrier #10 Emotional Attachment to Ci******es

Sometimes, it’s not just the ni****ne—it’s the memories tied to smoking. That cigarette after a long day, during deep talks, or at moments of grief… it starts to feel like a friend that’s always been there.

Ci******es are not your friend - it’s a thief stealing your breath, your energy, and your peace.
Breaking free means finding new ways to comfort yourself, celebrate, and cope—ways that truly give life back to you.

You don’t have to let go of the memories to let go of the habit. ❤️‍🩹

Quitting isn’t just physical, it’s emotional. Ci******es may feel like they’ve helped you through things, but healing begins when you stop reaching for smoke and start reaching for life.

Call or Text: (816) 320-6339 and break up with ci******es for good.

10/17/2025

Amy wanted to quit for health reasons. Are you concerned about smoking related illnesses? If you live in the Kansas City area and want to quit, join the Quit2Live study today.

Call or Text: (816) 320-6339

10/16/2025

Top Ten Barriers to Quitting Smoking
🚭 Barrier #9: Easy Access to Ci******es

Ci******es are everywhere. Gas stations, corner stores, even friends who “just have one.” When you’re trying to quit, that kind of access can turn a tough day into a setback.

But here’s the truth: you have more power than the pack.

Avoid temptation by planning ahead—skip those triggers, change your route, and surround yourself with people who support your smoke-free journey.

Every time you say no, you’re saying yes to freedom, health, and a longer life. 💪🏾✨

Call or Text: (816) 320-6339 and join our quit smoking study.

10/15/2025

Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health—your body starts healing within hours. Your lungs get stronger, your heart works better, and your risk of cancer, stroke, and other serious diseases drops every single day you stay smoke-free.

Marcus quit for health reasons. So can you! Call or Text (816) 320-6339.

10/13/2025

Have you tried before and didn't stay quit? Don't give up! KUMC has several different quit smoking studies to participate in. Call us at (816) 320-6339 and sign up for another study. Never participated? Call us and get started today.

10/10/2025

Top Ten Barriers to Quitting Smoking
🚭 Barrier #8:Doubt and Low Self- Confidence

“I’ve tried before… and it didn’t work.”

That thought right there keeps more people smoking than ni****ne ever will.
When you’ve tried to quit and didn’t make it, it’s easy to believe you can’t. But let’s be real—you didn’t fail. You learned what didn’t work that time.

Every attempt is data. Every setback is feedback. Every “not yet” gets you closer to your “I did it.”
This time, don’t quit on yourself—quit for yourself. 💪🏾

10/08/2025

👜 It’s National Handbag Day!
We spend *hundreds—even thousands—*on handbags that make a statement. But here’s a question worth asking…
👉 What’s really inside your bag?
If you’re carrying around ci******es, you’re not just packing a habit—you’re carrying stress, cravings, and a costly addiction that’s stealing your peace (and your money 💸).
Your handbag deserves better. So do you.
This National Handbag Day, clean out the clutter and commit to carrying only what adds value to your life. 💖
✨ You’re worth more than what’s weighing you down.

10/05/2025

Joe's coworkers were supportive and encouraging when he was successful and quit smoking. Who is cheering you on and celebrating your decision to quit?

✨ You are not alone in this fight. Connection builds strength—and with the right support, quitting is not only possible, it’s sustainable.

Call or text: (816) 320-6339

Address

4001 Blue Parkway Suite 98
Kansas City, MO
64130

Telephone

+18163206339

Website

https://www.kumc.edu/quitsmoking

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