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Franciscan Health has been awarded the Quit Now Indiana Champion Platinum Level status for its efforts in smoking cessation. This recognition applies to all Franciscan hospitals across Indiana, including locations in Carmel, Crawfordsville, Crown Point, Dyer, Indianapolis, Lafayette, Michigan City, Mooresville, Munster, Orthopedic Hospital (Carmel), and Rensselaer.
A Quit Now Indiana Champion is defined as a health system, medical provider, or employer that actively supports Quit Now Indiana Tobacco Treatment Services. Franciscan Health is one of only four health systems in the state to reach this Platinum Level status.
"This recognition highlights the ongoing dedication of our organization and commitment of countless employees focused on prioritizing health and wellness for individuals and communities we serve," stated Beth Segal, director of clinical services and hospice at Franciscan Health.
The designation of Quit Now Indiana Champions is based on factors such as the number of referrals to Quit Now Indiana by the health system and having a 100 percent tobacco-free grounds policy. This policy aims to protect against secondhand smoke while promoting a healthy environment and implementing a tobacco treatment policy or workflow.
"Everyone deserves the opportunity to be as healthy as possible," said Irene Boone Phillips, program coordinator for Tobacco Prevention & Cessation Coalition at Franciscan Health. "Tobacco products are the only consumer products on the market that cause disease and death when used as intended. Receiving the Quit Now Indiana Platinum status affirms Franciscan Health’s commitment to saving lives and helping the communities we serve recover from nicotine addiction."
The Quit Now Indiana (QNI) Champions Program was established to promote these services further and recognize those who champion these initiatives.
