A Smoke and Vape Free MUHC
Fines will be imposed starting May 31, 2018
In 2015, the MUHC adopted a Smoke and Vape Free Policy which states that no smoking or vaping is permitted anywhere on hospital grounds.
PLEASE NOTE: The policy covers tobacco, cannabis and herbal smoking or vaping.
Security guards will patrol areas where people are smoking/vaping and will fine people who are caught smoking/vaping within a 9 metre radius of every door, air intake and window that opens.
MUHC PATIENTS
What should you do if you smoke?
To provide you with the best care, please inform your nurse. He or she will make a note in your file. This information will be considered in your treatment plan.
The MUHC can help you stop smoking
Inpatient services
All smokers and recent ex-smokers admitted to the MUHC and their families will be offered:
- support to stop smoking and/or remain smoke-free while at the MUHC (includes: support programs and medication for nicotine withdrawal symptoms)
- a post-discharge telephone follow-up program for up to six months. This is proven to increase your chances of success.
Outpatient services
The Smoking Cessation Clinic is available to all MUHC outpatients and their families who are smokers and recent ex-smokers. The Clinic:
- offers specialized tobacco treatment and support
- requires a referral from your doctor
- is located in Bloc D, RC.3314 at the Glen main number is: 514 934-1934 ext. 32503
MUHC STAFF, VOLUNTEERS and PHYSICIANS
What should you do if you smoke?
Those who smoke may decide that this is a good time to stop. We understand that giving up smoking/vaping is difficult but we are committed to helping anyone who needs support in their effort to stop.
The MUHC can help you stop smoking
The Smoking Cessation Clinic is available to all MUHC staff, volunteers, physicians and your family members who are smokers and recent ex-smokers. The clinic:
- offers specialized tobacco treatment and support
- requires a referral from your doctor (not required for MUHC staff)
- is located at the Glen site in Bloc D, RC.3314
- can be reached by phone at 514 934-1934 ext. 32503
- Fax number to send the referral: 514-843-2070.
OTHER FREE SERVICES AVAILABLE
Your local pharmacy
Pharmacists can prescribe the following nicotine withdrawal medications:
- nicotine patches
- gum
- lozenges
Most of these are covered by insurance plans, including RAMQ.
McConnell Resource Centre
Room B RC.0078
Glen Site – 1001 Decarie Blvd.
Montreal, Quebec H4A 3J1
514-934-1934, extension 22054
[email protected]
muhclibraries.ca/patients
The McConnell Resource Centre can provide you with pamphlets and information on quitting smoking. The Centre's website also has a selection of links to reliable electronic resources on this topic.
Individual help and group support
To find information on Quit Smoking Centres visit the Santé Montréal website: santemontreal.qc.ca
You can make an appointment on line or contact your local CLSC.
Websites
iQuitnow.qc.ca - Information, Chat, Forum, Online Help
Lung.ca/quit - Canadian Lung Association site
Breakitoff.ca - Younger smokers site
SMAT.ca – Register for a text message service
Telephone helpline
Sponsored by the Canadian Cancer Society
1-866-527-7383
Monday to Thursday: 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Mobile Applications
Quit Pro – App for iPhone and Android
Kwit – Game app for iPhone
Other resources
Drugs: 24 hour support and referral
Help line for you or close family members challenged by other substance dependence issues (drugs/alcohol)
514 527-2626 (Montreal) or 1-800-265-2626
So we can all breathe easier
Invest in your health today. With our help, you can double or even triple your chances of successfully stopping smoking.