Public Health – Idaho North Central District (PHINCD) is located within Health District 2. We serve the counties of Clearwater, Idaho, Latah, Lewis and Nez Perce. Our mission is to prevent diseases, promote healthy lifestyles, and protect and prepare the public against health threats.

Project Filter is Idaho's Tobacco Prevention and Control Program. They are housed within the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. Project Filter works to educate the public about the resources available to help individuals quit using tobacco. Project Filter contracts with Idaho’s seven Public Health Districts to address tobacco prevention and control at the local level, including PHINCD.

PHINCD and Project Filter can offer the following to assist with implementing a smoke-free or tobacco-free policy at the University of Idaho:

1.Signage. Project Filter will provide 100 metal signs for free.The cost of poles and/or installation is not included. Window clings and stickers are also available.

2.Cessation Resources. There are multiple resources available to help Idaho residents quit using tobacco.

  1. 1-800-QUIT-NOW:Idaho residents can call the Idaho QuitLine to speak with a trained quit coach. They provide private counseling and support, advice on crafting a quit plan, skills to help break old habits, and help deciding which cessation products or medications may be beneficial. Idaho residents can also access 4 weeks of free Nicotine Replacement Therapy (gum, patch, or lozenge).
  2. Is a web-based quitting program. It helps tobacco users quit by offering a wide variety of tools. Idaho residents can also access 4 weeks of free Nicotine Replacement Therapy (gum, patch or lozenge).
  3. Free local cessation classes: PHINCD receives monies from the Millennium Fund to provide free cessation classes. The classes are offered throughout the Health District. In Moscow, Gritman Medical Center provides one-on-one sessions with a Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist.

3.Reimbursement for teaching cessation classes at U of I. Most of the free cessation classes are provided by local contractors. Staff at U of I could be trained to teach classes for students and staff. The current reimbursement rate is $40 per participant, per session, up to $160/participant.

4.Time, Research, Man Power. Part of our work is dedicated to helping develop policies that protect non-smokers from second hand smoke. If U of I staff time is limited, we can provide the man power to help complete the project. We are here to offer support and guidance in any way possible.