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Crozer-Keystone Health System Is 
Now Completely Smoke-Free

 

 

 

 

Crozer-Keystone Heath System cares about the health of its employees, patients and visitors. Studies have found second hand smoke to be equally as dangerous as being a smoker. With that in mind Crozer-Keystone has instituted a “Proud to be smoke free” policy that prohibits smoking by employees, patients and visitors on all properties. All tobacco use is prohibited in all buildings and campuses owned, leased and rented by Crozer-Keystone. This includes personal automobiles on Crozer-Keystone property.

 

Daniel DuPont, D.O., on Comcast Newsmakers

Watch Daniel DuPont, D.O., Chief of the Section of Pulmonary Diseases, Taylor Hospital, talk about the negative health effects of smoking, the economical impact of smoking and the benefits of quitting.

 

Watch Daniel DuPont, D.O., on Comcast Newsmakers> 

 

Click on the links below to learn more.

 

Why Go Smoke Free?

 

Group Smoking Cessation Programs

 

Breathe Free Support Group for Those Who Have Quit Smoking

 

Quit Smoking Websites

 

Get Your Doctor On Board - Have An Annual Physical

 

Why Go Smoke Free?

According to the American Lung Association: 

  • A smoke-free environment helps to create a safe, healthy workplace for employees, patients and visitors.
  • Every year, more than 430,000 deaths in the United States are a result of smoking.
  • About 8.6 million people in the U.S. have at least one serous illness caused by smoking.
  • Quitting smoking decreases the risk of lung cancer, heart attack, stroke, and chronic lung disease.

Crozer-Keystone Health System’s Community Health Education Department is sponsoring a “Clear the Air” smoking cessation program. Smoking Cessations classes are offered to help those who want to stop smoking. Classes are offered free of charge and use a positive behavioral change approach that teaches participants to become non-smokers for life. 

 

To learn more about quitting smoking, contact Community Health Education at 610-447-6009.

 

In addition, you may call the PA Free Quitline at 1-800-QUIT-NOW.

 

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Group Smoking Cessation Programs 

Crozer-Keystone Health System offers free, six-week 'Clear the Air' smoking cessation classes for anyone who would like to quit smoking. The group programs, led by experts who understand why people smoke, use a positive behavioral change approach to help people stop smoking for good. For many smokers, especially those who have tried to quit before, group support can make the difference in helping to stay smoke-free. Free nicotine replacement therapy may be available for those who qualify.

 

The following classes will be held January - June, 2009:

 

Ridley YMCA:


When: January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10,
6:15 p.m.

Where: 900 South Avenue, Secane

 

 

Lansdowne YMCA:

 

When: January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12,
6:15 p.m.
Where:
2110 Garrett Rd., Lansdowne

 

 

Delaware County Memorial Hospital:

 

When: January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12,
12 noon.

Where: Meeting Room "L," 501 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill

 

 

Delaware County Memorial Hospital:

 

When: March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6,
5:30 p.m.
Where:
Conference Center, 501 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill

 

 

Upper Chichester Township:

 

When: March 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5,
5:30 p.m.

Where: Building/Field House, 8500 Furey Road, Boothwyn

 

 

Crozer-Chester Medical Center:

 

When: May 19, 26, June 2, 9, 16, 23,
5:30 p.m.
Where:
3rd floor Silberman Center, One Medical Center Blvd., Upland

 

For information on upcoming programs please call Community Health Education at 610-447-6009.

Check http://www.tobaccofreedelco.com/ for a complete list of group smoking cessation classes that will be held county-wide.

  

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Breathe Free Support Group

 

Breathe Free is a monthly support group for those who have quit smoking and want to stay that way! Quitting smoking is tough, and it helps to have the support of others who are also committed to breaking the habit. The "Breathe Free" support group will help sustain you when will power is just not enough.

 

Delaware County Memorial Hospital:

 

When: January 28, February 25, March 25, 6-7 p.m. (last Weds. of every month)

Where: Conference Center, 501 North Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill, PA

 

Taylor Hospital:

 

When:  January 14, February 11, March 11, April 8, May 13, June 10, 6:30-7:30 p.m. (second Weds. of every month)

Where: Classroom A/B, 175 East Chester Pike, Ridley Park, PA

 

For more information, please contact CKHS Community Health Education Department at 610-447-6009.

 

Quit Smoking Web Sites

If you’re interested in self-help on the web, there are lots of options for you whether it’s the first time you tried to quit or you’ve tried several times before. No two smokers are alike. Find a resource that helps you to identify why you smoke, and which people, places, and things trigger your unique urge to light up.

 

For more information visit:

 

American Cancer Society®

http://www.cancer.org

 

American Lung Association®

http://www.lungusa.org/

 

Determined to Quit.com
http://www.determinedtoquit.com/

 

QuitNet®

http://www.quitnet.com

 

Tobacco Free Delco
http://www.tobaccofreedelco.com/

 

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Get Your Doctor on Board - Have an Annual Physical!

An annual physical is a great way to get off to a healthy start in 2008 – and to get your physician’s input and support of your decision to stop smoking. If you do not have a physician, call 1-800-CK-HEALTH (1-800-254-3258) to find one who's right for you.

 

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