Nicotine patches, gum and lozenges are about to get cheaper for smokers trying to quit the deadly habit.
Those with a Quit Card or prescription from a doctor will get a bigger subsidy on the nicotine replacement therapies from next Tuesday.
An eight week supply which normally would have cost
$20, will now be available for just $6.
Associate Health Minister Tariana Turia says one of the Government';s priorities is to help people quit smoking.
- NEWSTALK ZB