ArticleJournal of occupational and environmental medicine2025
Tobacco Free Hiring at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
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- Innovative Approaches in Medical Student Training: A Pilot Study of the Supporting Tobacco-Related ONGoing Education and Research (STRONGER) Scholar Program.Health behavior and policy review · 2026Article
- Tobacco Free Hiring at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.Journal of occupational and environmental medicine · 2025Article
- A Comprehensive Program to Reduce Tobacco-related Cancers Through Actions by a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center.Cancer control : journal of the Moffitt Cancer CenterArticle
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Abstract
objectiveMD Anderson implemented a tobacco-free hiring policy in 2015 to align with our mission to end cancer. Evidence is scarce on the effectiveness of tobacco-free hiring policies, our goal is to evaluate the impact of this policy.
methodsWe evaluated program outcomes and conducted a literature review to provide an analysis of ethical and organizational considerations associated with tobacco-free hiring.
resultsTwenty-nine US states (58%) have smoker-protection laws when hiring. Between 2015 and 2024, 41,797 tobacco screenings were performed prior to hire. Of those, 232 were positive (<1%).
conclusionsOur <1% rate of positivity suggests such programs can be successfully implemented with minimal disruption to hiring practices. Tobacco-free hiring can create an environment where employees are less likely to use tobacco and potentially protect employees, patients, and visitors from second or thirdhand smoke exposure.
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