Expanding the reach of the Quitline by engaging volunteers to market it in hospitals and shopping venues – a pilot study

摘要

BackgroundIn Canada, although there are periodic media campaigns to raise awareness of Quitlines, these services are underused. We sought to determine if a dedicated kiosk, similar to that used in the retail industry but staffed by volunteers trained in smoking cessation techniques, would be effective method to enhance Quitline reach.