Tobacco Control - Health and Community Services
WEBTobacco use is the leading cause of preventable illness and death in Canada. Tobacco use not only affects the individual smoker but also affects the people around them as exposure to second-hand smoke is harmful to our health.
Program Changes Aimed at Helping Low Income Individuals Quit Smoking
WEBApr 1, 2022 · The Provincial Government has enhanced the Smoking Cessation Program for individuals in the province experiencing low income. The program, launched in 2014, aims to improve access to medications and nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) to support people in quitting smoking by contributing to the cost of these products for individuals …
Tobacco Control Act Amendments - Health and Community Services
WEBAdvertising and promotion of cigarettes and other tobacco products have been linked to increased levels of smoking and other tobacco use. Tobacco use kills more than 1,000 people in Newfoundland and Labrador every year. Tobacco use is a preventable health risk.
WEBThe Newfoundland and Labrador Smoking Cessation Program assists with the cost of medications (Champix® and Zyban®) and nicotine replacement therapy products (nicotine patch, gum, lozenge and inhaler) that are proven to help with quitting smoking. Who can take part in the program?
WEBThe Smoking Cessation Program covers: Quitting. is one of the. best things. you can do for. your health. smoking. Support to help you quit smoking. The Newfoundland and Labrador Smoking Cessation Program assists with the cost of medications (Champix® and Zyban®) and nicotine replacement therapy products (nicotine patch, gum, lozenge, …
Public Advisory: Smoke-Free Workplace Policy Focuses on Well …
WEBSeptember 18, 2023. Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable illness and death in Canada. Tobacco use affects not only the individual smoker, but also the people around them as exposure to second-hand smoke is harmful to your health. Quitting smoking or vaping is one of the best things a person can do for their health, and it is never ...
Early Learning and Child Care
WEBThe Early Learning and Child Care Directory contains infomation about child care services offered within the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, including profiles, contact information, and locations of all childcare centres, family resource centres, and CYFS Agencies and Offices. The Department of Child, Youth, and Family Services maintains …
Tobacco - Digital Government and Service NL
WEBUnder the Tobacco Control Act convenience store owners are required to obtain a Tobacco Licence to sell tobacco and tobacco related products. Licence holders must also display signage indicating that only persons 19 years of age or older are permitted to purchase tobacco products. The legislation also requires that “No Smoking” signs be ...
WEBPrevent and reduce smoking, and protect public and employee health; Protect children by reducing the visibility of smoking in our communities; Reduce chronic diseases which are costly to our health and to our health care system; Support non-smokers to stay smoke-free and support individuals to quit smoking; and
WEBThe Newfoundland and Labrador Smoking Cessation Program assists with the cost of medications (Champix® and Zyban®) and nicotine replacement therapy products (nicotine patch, gum, lozengeinhaler, and quick miist) that are proven to help with quittingsmoking. Health care providerinformation.
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