The new Fox Chase program also goes beyond teaching about the dangers of smoking by addressing the process of quitting. It includes information about the experience of quitting, addresses family issues, identifies obstacles, teaches strategies for dealing with them, and offers advice for smokers who may need more help in their fight to give up cigarettes. One such suggestion is medical intervention offered through Fox Chase. Often times, over the counter medicines or prescribed medication are needed to help control a nicotine addiction. Doctors at Fox Chase can help facilitate that need by contacting the smoker's primary care physician.
Insurance often covers prescription drugs used to help people stop smoking.
Acupuncture is another option to help smokers quit for good. Acupuncture is the insertion of fine needles into the body at specific points shown as effective in the treatment of specific health problems. The National Institutes of Health supports the use of acupuncture for addiction. Acupuncture is covered by many health insurance policies. Hypnotherapy is also effective for helping smokers quit.