Smoker’s Helpline Presentation February 18, 2011
Barbara Hollander, Eastern Region Senior Coordinator for the Smoker’s Helpline (SHL) Fax referral program (FRP), introduced the launch of CNIH’s new partnership to the Term2 students.
SHL is operated by the Ontario Division of the Canadian Cancer Society and funded by the Government of Ontario, Ministry of Health Promotion. The SHL provides personalized and confidential support to tobacco users, their families and friends during all stages of cessation. The SHL program provides resources and support not only for smokers but for all tobacco product users.
The “Driven to Quit” posters and tobacco cessation information pamphlets for clients were introduced to the CNIH dental hygiene clinic over the last few weeks. Ms. Hollander informed CNIH students and faculty that this is the 6th year for this very successful and popular campaign in which a tobacco user who quit for the month of March can win a car. Individuals who would like to participate in this contest must register with SHL by February 28, 2011 by the latest.
The week of February 21, 2011 is the launch of the CNIH dental hygiene clinic SHL Fax referrals program initiative. Students will be integrating this new referral service into client care. The program is quick, easy and of great benefit for our clients. The program is founded on the principles of:
- Ask about tobacco usage at every visit
- Advise clients about tobacco cessation
- Refer
By Fiona McGregor
