Macquarie Hospital Newsletter Feb 2025

NSLHD STAFF QUIT NICOTINE PILOT PROGRAM

Staff starting their Quit smoking or vaping journey can now access 12 weeks of FREE Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT).

During 2025, the usual 4 weeks of free staff NRT is increased by 8 weeks, thanks to a pilot program between Population Health Promotion and Occupational Staff Health. This extension is in line with the NSW Heath NRT guidelines which recommend a minimum of 12 weeks of NRT for any quit attempt. For the first time the use of ‘combination therapy’ is available, which allows staff to access nicotine patches, as well as other fast acting NRT including Spray, Gum and Lozenges.

Occupational Staff Health assessment and support to manage nicotine dependence. 12 weeks of FREE Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), including patches and additional fast acting NRT. Referral or sign-up to the NSW Quitline 137848 or www.icanquit.com.au. Support for staff includes:

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE PROGRAM AND THE VARIETY OF NRT AVAILABLE, VISIT: STAFF QUIT NICOTINE PROGRAM

NSLHD-OccupationalStaffHealth@health.nsw.gov.au

9462 9430

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