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The Florida Department of Health works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

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Quit Smoking

Tobacco Prevention Program

  •  941-861-2969
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    Fax

    941-861-2991
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    Mailing Address

    Division of Health Promotion & Planning 

    2200 Ringling Blvd 

    Sarasota FL 34237 

Reversing the Damage

Ready to Quit? 

DOH-Sarasota's Tobacco Prevention Program promotes many resources for those wanting to quit smoking.

Tobacco Free Florida

We know quitting can be very hard, but it’s not impossible. In fact, there are more former smokers than current smokers in Florida. With the right help, resources, and support to keep you going, Tobacco Free Florida can give you the best chance to quit for good. For each person, overcoming nicotine addiction is different and we can help you choose a path to quitting that works for you.

Tobacco Free Florida offers a number of free and convenient resources to help tobacco users quit.


"Quit Smoking" Classes

provided by Gulfcoast AHEC

Tobacco Cessation Classes are available through the Gulfcoast South Area Health Education Center (AHEC). Please visit the Gulfcoast AHEC website for dates and times

  • Free counseling & support services
  • "Quit Smoking" groups & classes
  • Worksite wellness programs for employers

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