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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 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
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