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| Houston Wellness Association's Monthly Networking Luncheon |
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Smoking Cessation
Presentation and Panel Discussion
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Sponsored by
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11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m
Networking Luncheon is free and open to Members and Non-Members |
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WHY CONSIDER A SMOKING CESSATION BENEFIT? PROVIDING SMOKING CESSATION BENEFIT COVERAGE HAS BEEN SHOWN TO YIELD A POSITIVE RETURN ON INVESTMENT OF THE PURCHASERS OR PROVIDERS OF THE BENEFIT.1
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| IT HAS BEEN DEMONSTRATED THAT SMOKING CESSATION BENEFITS CAN SAVE EMPLOYERS MONEY OVER TIME, BY REDUCING HEALTH CARE COSTS, REDUCING ABSENTEEISM, INCREASING ON-THE-JOB PRODUCTIVITY, AND REDUCING LIFE INSURANCE COSTS.2 |
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Please join us for this program that will demonstrate the value of implementing a smoking cessation benefit in your organization.
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PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
- Provide an overview on the impact of cigarette smoking on an organization
- Demonstrate the value of smoking cessation benefits to an organization
- Discuss the components of smoking cessation coverage and available treatment options
- Present best practices in smoking cessation management
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References:
- Halpern, MT, Dirani R, Schmier JK. Impacts of a smoking cessation benefit among employed populations. J Occup Environ Med. 2007;49:11-21.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Coverage for tobacco use cessation treatments: why, what, and how. http://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/educational_materials/cessation/ReimbursementBrochureFull.pdf. Accessed March 22, 2006
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