INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 8 One thousand people have entered Indiana's "Quit 2 Win" stop smoking contest, state health officials said Wednesday.
The contest offers prizes to regular smokers who kick the habit, The Indianapolis Star reported. Indiana residents have until Sept. 5 to enter.
"There's never been a better time to quit smoking," said Indiana Health Commissioner Dr. Judy Monroe. "We are very encouraged by the outpouring of interest we have received to the Quit 2 Win contest. As a result, we have reached our first milestone of success this week with our 1,000th entry. I am encouraged by this positive response."
The top prize is $2,500. Participants can also win concert tickets, "ride-along" experiences in IndyCar-style race cars, tickets to the state fair or admission prices to theme parks.
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