Feasibility of a Virtual Smoking Cessation Program

"This program consists of an e-learning smoking cessation education module and a tailored email messaging program.~The e-learning module addresses the potential health benefits to quitting smoking regarding surgery or recovering from a fracture. In addition, it provides information on getting support through the process of quitting smoking based on the individual's level of smoking dependence.~Email frequency and content will vary based on the participant's score and level of motivation. Information will include the risks associated with smoking before surgery or how quitting smoking can improve recovery from a fracture injury. Additional information includes the benefits of quitting smoking and developing coping strategies during a quit attempt. Motivational emails and references to free resources for additional smoking cessation support will also be provided."