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Participant ages and years smoke-free below were as of January 2, 2024.
Mary B., 60, of Spencerport, quit smoking in early 2020 and avoided adverse COVID-19 outcomes.
Christine K., 71, of Mohegan Lake, quit smoking 20 years ago.
Leann W., 52, of Middle Island, quit smoking in fall of 2022 after an emergency hospital visit.
Crystal G., 63, of Manhattan quit menthol cigarettes 18 months ago to improve a surgery healing process.
Dylan C., 28, of Rouses Point, quit vaping two years ago to set a good example for his daughter, Scarlett.
Marc S., 66, of Rego Park, quit smoking in July 2023 to prepare for total hip replacement surgery.
Herman L., 77, of Buffalo, quit menthol cigarettes with assistance from the Learn2QuitNY texting program.
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