Get free, virtual group support to help you reduce or quit tobacco use, guided by certified specialists and proven methods.
At MU Health Care, our Quit Tobacco Now program provides no-cost, evidence-based support to help you build skills and confidence to quit nicotine for good.
Our Approach to Quitting Smoking Services
Quit Tobacco Now is a free, virtual group program open to all Missouri residents — no referral or prior MU Health Care relationship required. Our team includes nationally certified tobacco treatment specialists who deliver care aligned with national best practices.
You can join from anywhere in Missouri using your phone or computer. Sessions are held every Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.
Each hour-long meeting includes:
- Discussion of nicotine replacement and medication options
- Group check-ins and peer encouragement
- Motivation techniques and relapse prevention planning
- Personalized coping strategies for reducing or quitting smoking and vaping
- Practical education on understanding triggers and managing cravings
You can join at any point and stay as long as you like. Many participants continue for several months to strengthen their progress and long-term success.
What We Address
- Nicotine addiction
- Smokeless tobacco use
- Tobacco dependence
- Vaping dependence
Smoking Cessation Methods
- Behavior tracking and quit planning
- Education about nicotine replacement therapy and prescription options
- Ongoing relapse prevention and maintenance support
- Referral coordination for pharmacotherapy support
- Tobacco treatment education and support
- Virtual group counseling sessions
Connected Programs and Resources
Our specialists also recommend additional resources to support your journey to quit smoking:
- Lung Cancer Screening Services: Learn about screening options that may be right for you if you have a history of tobacco use.
- Missouri Quit Services: Free phone, text and online coaching with nicotine replacement starter kits for qualifying participants.
- QuitStart App: A free evidence-based app offering personalized prompts, tracking and motivational tools.
How to Enroll
You can enroll quickly and easily by submitting your contact information through the MU Health Care website. Our team will confirm your registration and welcome you to the next available Tuesday session — usually within one week.
For additional information or questions about the program, email quitnow@health.missouri.edu.
Why Choose MU Health Care for Quitting Smoking Services
- Certified expertise: Each session is led by nationally certified tobacco treatment specialists who use evidence-based approaches proven to help people quit nicotine.
- Collaborative care: The Quit Tobacco Now program works closely with lung cancer screening, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and primary care teams to ensure complete, coordinated care to meet your exact needs.
- Flexible participation: You can start at any time and continue as long as you want — participants can attend one session or stay connected for months of ongoing support.
- Free, statewide access: The program is offered at no cost and available virtually, making it easy for anyone in Missouri to join and participate.