Smoking Is Very Expensive and Tonight's the Night to Quit!

If you smoke in New York, you are paying more than smokers anywhere else in the country. A new study shows that New York is the most expensive state in America to buy cigarettes.

How Much New Yorkers Are Spending

On average, a smoker in New York spends almost $4,000 every year on cigarettes. Across the Empire State, smokers are spending more than $563 million a year just to keep up the habit.

Cigarette Prices Are the Highest in the Country

The average price of a pack of cigarettes in New York is $14.55. That is higher than any other state. Even though fewer people are smoking than last year, prices are still high. More than 2 million New Yorkers still smoke. While the smoking rate has dropped over the past year, the total amount of money being spent on cigarettes is still huge.

Smoking Costs More Than Just Money

Experts say smoking doesn’t just hurt your wallet. It can also cause serious health problems, including issues with teeth and gums. Dentists warn that smoking can lead to infections, tooth loss, and oral cancer.

Why January Is a Good Time to Rethink Smoking

January is when many people review their budgets. With cigarette prices so high in New York, quitting or cutting back could save thousands of dollars over time. With nearly $4,000 a year spent per smoker, the study is a strong reminder of how costly the habit can be, both financially and for your health.

Stop Smoking Through Hypnosis With Mark Patrick

Another way that can help you to quit smoking right now is with lose weight and keep it off is the Mark Patrick Seminar way. He's coming to the Holiday Inn in Downtown Binghamton on tonight and the Stop Smoking seminar begins at 8 p.m.