RMU Partners with Respiratory Health Association for a Tobacco Free Campus

As of January 1, 2012, Robert Morris University became a tobacco-free institution of higher education.  In partnering with the Respiratory Health Association of Greater Chicago, we are embarking on a campaign to create a healthy environment, minimize public health risks and improve air quality.

Why is RMU doing this? Health and wellness have a major impact on the bottom line of any business. Although Illinois' smoke-free laws reduce exposure to secondhand smoke and improve the health of employees, there are additional cost-saving strategies that will reduce tobacco use at work locations.
 
Evidence demonstrates that enhanced smoking policies result in: 

• reduced building maintenance costs 
• reduced risk of fire  
• reduced harmful exposure to secondhand smoke 
• sustainable changes that will increase employee productivity and save employers money

Are you trying to quit smoking?  The Courage to Quit program through the RMU Wellness Institute is a behavioral-counseling based smoking cessation program that will be offered free of charge to RMU employees who wish to stop smoking.  Contact the Human Resources Department at 312-935-6688 for further details. 
 
For some additional tips on quitting smoking, check out these tips:  Stop Smoking