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- free access to Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) for clients admitted to hospital or residential care for the duration of their stay
- residents in special care homes receive one-time free access to NRT for up to a 10-week program
- brief three- to five-minute tobacco cessation counselling and policy communication integrated into nursing practice in acute and special care facilities
- access to an Addictions Counsellor to provide consultative support, education and one-on-one or group counselling for employees, clients and the public
- increased time for the tobacco policy ambassador and security personnel to provide education and enforcement of the policy at the three largest acute care sites in Saskatoon, and
- enhanced cleaning on the grounds and property perimeters at the three acute care sites in Saskatoon.
If you have questions or comments, please contact the Tobacco-free Helpline (306) 655-4685 or e-mail us tobaccofree@saskatoonhealthregion.ca.
Questions about NRT and smoking cessation services should be directed to Addiction Services (306) 655-4100.
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