MedWest-Harris and MedWest-Haywood will host a series of six classes to help employees and community members stop smoking, beginning Tuesday, Oct. 9.

MedWest-Haywood classes will take place from 2 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays at the MedWest Health and Fitness Center. MedWest-Harris classes will take place from 5 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays in the Harris private dining room.

The program, titled Freedom From Smoking, is open to the public for a $25 fee, and is free for MedWest employees. Participants will learn the benefits of quitting in an interactive small group setting, with a workbook and other informative materials provided.  To register, call 452-8089.