Tobacco

Tobacco continues to be the leading cause of preventable death and disease, with 50% of smokers dying of smoking related disease.  Working with Medical Health Officers, communities, non-governmental organization and Fraser Health employees, the Tobacco Reduction Program works to:

• Prevent access to and use of tobacco product by young people
• Promote quitting by young people and adults
• Reduce residents exposure to second hand smoke
• Identify and reduce the inequalities related to smoking and tobacco use and effects in different population groups
• Address smoking rates through specific programs

Cessation services

Quitnow Services provides free individualized support 24-7 for individuals wanting support in quitting.  Patient resources can also be ordered free from this site.  Call 1-877-455-2233.

B.C. Smoking Cessation Program started on September 30, 2011 to help people stop smoking or using other tobacco products by assisting them with the cost of smoking cessation aids. The program is open to B.C. residents who wish to stop smoking or using other tobacco products.

• It covers selected prescription smoking cessation drugs as benefits under PharmaCare.  You should schedule an appointment with your doctor first to discuss if this is the best choice for you.
• Selected non-prescription nicotine replacement therapy products (NRTs) are provided at no cost. You can register for NRT coverage through HealthLink BC at 8-1-1.  
• You may also want to talk to your doctor or pharmacist first before deciding whether you should take NRT products.