For healthcare systems, the challenge of quitting tobacco extends beyond patient care; it starts with supporting their own people.
At Indiana University Health (IU Health), the largest nonprofit health system in Indiana, helping employees quit tobacco isn’t just about personal health. It’s a strategic priority to build a healthier workforce and reduce rising healthcare costs.
Tobacco use remains a significant concern in Indiana, where the state ranks 35th in overall health and spends an estimated $3.4 billion annually on tobacco-related healthcare. IU Health is taking proactive steps to address this issue, starting with its 38,000 team members across 16 hospitals.
Grounded in their mission to improve community health, IU Health’s approach combines data, equity, digital tools, and evidence-based practices to create lasting change, starting with its employees. The result is a model for how health systems can lead by example and invest in a healthier workforce.
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