Target Population:

Smokers and non-smokers of the Negev region

 

Methods:

 Establishment of an executive committee with representatives from:         

    - The four Sick funds   

    - Local Ministry of Health

    - Ministry of Health main office

    - University

    - Municipalities

    - Israel Cancer Society

  • Establishment of formal courses to educate smoking cessation consultants

  • Primary professional teams

  • Smoking cessation protocols

  • Independent primary health system

  • Publications

  • Support and manage and coordinate already running programs

  • Finding ongoing financial support after the initial Ministry of Health support