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The State of Iowa recognizes that employees may need assistance in stopping the use of tobacco products. The State offers the following information for assistance in the transition process:
Quitline Iowa
Quitline Iowa provides free smoking cessation services to all Iowans. Quitline Iowa can provide assistance every step of the way. An expert Quit Coach is available to provide support over the phone and online as you follow a Quitting plan customized to your needs. You may also be eligible for eight weeks of nicotine patches, gum or lozenges. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1- 800- 784-8669) or visit www.quitlineiowa.org for more information.
Employee Assistance Program
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a confidential program available to all employees and their families. For more information, please see the following link: https://das.iowa.gov/human- resources/healthy-opportunities/employee-assistance- program.
Iowa Smoke Free Air Website
Iowa Department of Public Healthβs website, https://hhs.iowa.gov/health-prevention/tobacco-use-prevention-control/iowa-smokefree-air-act is a good resource regarding the Iowa Smokefree Air Act.
Last revised November 17, 2014