Tzagournis coordinates and teaches the course. Ohio State insurance plans do not cover the costs of nicotine replacement therapy. The course covers a variety of subjects. During the first several weeks, the class discusses the importance of quitting smoking and develops a plan of action. Later, participants learn about nutrition and how to lead a healthier overall lifestyle.
Nutrition is key.
We also talk about health risks. Creating a healthier person is central to our program. Health is the primary motivation for most participants, she said. The camaraderie of being with others in the same boat is part of the appeal of quitting through a course, Tzagournis said. As a group, they get increased support from one another.