Tobacco- and Smoke-Free Campus Policy
In support of the SIU School of Medicine's mission to assist the citizens of central and southern Illinois in meeting their healthcare needs through education, patient care, and research, our campus is Tobacco- and Smoke-Free, inside and out. By implementing this policy, we are in step with our other partners in the medical community and reinforce total health and well-being among employees, patients, visitors, and the physicians of tomorrow.
Overwhelming evidence exists concerning the health risks of cigarette and second-hand smoke. In fact, tobacco is the leading source of preventable deaths in the U.S. and contributes to heart and lung disease, as well as several other forms of cancer. For these reasons, tobacco use and smoking is not allowed within any SIU School of Medicine facility or on any surrounding SIU School of Medicine-owned or 100% leased properties.
We believe this is an important step to support improved health within Springfield's growing medical community and the community in which we serve. We ask that you respect this program while visiting our campus, and we thank you for your support.
Tobacco- and Smoke-Free Campus Policy