STOMP (STop smoking Over Mobile Phone) - our award-winning smoking cessation program

Helping people to stop smoking will deliver tangible benefits to the healthcare system, most notably by reducing chronic disease and long term disabilities. In Canada alone, 45,000 people die each year due to smoking. The healthcare costs related to smoking in Canada have been estimated at $17.5 billion. And finally, in the 21st century, it is predicted that we will reach 100 million deaths that can be attributable to smoking.

TELUS Health Solutions offers a smoking cessation service that is clinically proven to improve the chances of successfully quitting smoking. Participants access the program online and once they create their profile, the program automatically sends smoking cessation text messages. These messages can be delivered directly to cell phones or other wireless devices. Text message content provides helpful tips on quitting, other things one can do rather than smoking, how to get support for quitting and why one should quit smoking. In addition to acting as a distraction, these messages are also motivational in nature by reminding participants that they want to give up smoking.

Workplace health and wellness programs should be a part of an overall company strategy for a healthy workplace. Smoking cessation programs are essential in an overall workforce wellness strategy. Insurers and large employers who want to learn more about our program should contact us.