Fond du Lac Area Businesses On Health (FABOH) wants to help its members kick tobacco addiction by reimbursing those who complete a local cessation class.A pack of cigarettes will go up an additional 75 cents in Wisconsin for a total tax of $2.52 per pack starting Sept. 1. The increase makes Wisconsin's cigarette tax the fifth highest in the nation.
With the increase, the average price for a pack of cigarettes could be anywhere from $6 to $8.
"With the tobacco tax increase this September and Wisconsin going smoke-free in 2010, FABOH understands the importance of providing cessation services," said Jeff Butz, FABOH wellness director, in a press release. "For FABOH member company employees (or covered spouses) who are interested in quitting, the cost for the eight sessions is $125."
FABOH, he said, will reimburse the first 20 employees provided they attend a minimum of seven out of the eight classes and submit proof of attendance within 30 days of completing the class.
The class is also open to all community members who are interested, but reimbursement is only offered to FABOH members.
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