Members of the media are invited to attend Sackville Memorial Hospital's Smoke-Free Together launch.

Date:               Wednesday, October 5, 2016
Time:               1 p.m. to 2 p.m. (Presentation at 1:30 p.m.)
Location:         Sackville Memorial Hospital Lobby, 8 Main St., Sackville, N.B.

Sackville Memorial Hospital is the final hospital to implement Horizon Health Network's Smoke-Free Environment Policy, which began with the Saint John Regional Hospital in September 2015.

Presentations include a ceremonial "butting out" in lieu of a ribbon cutting and remarks from Horizon Health Network Vice President Community Jean Daigle and Dr. Serge Melanson, Chief of Staff for The Moncton Hospital.

Beginning October 5, smoking or vaping will not be permitted on any hospital property, demonstrating Horizon's commitment to improving the health and wellness of all New Brunswickers.

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For more information contact:
Stephanie Neilson
Media Relations
1-877-499-1899
Media@HorizonNB.ca
www.HorizonNB.ca