Smoke Free Families

Education / CME / MOC II

The Smoke Free Families (SFF) Program is a long-running Ohio AAP program focused on reducing exposure to smoking and vaping, and improving sleep environments, to help prevent infant mortality in Ohio. After 6 successful waves of Quality Improvement implementation, SFF is offering education to multidisciplinary providers on the best practices and resources developed to further spread the programs results.

Two webinars were held in February 2023, with opportunities focused on healthcare providers and community organizations that interact with families and caregivers for young children. Visit https://sff.ohioaap.org/ to find resources from these trainings. Contact Hayley Southworth at hsouthworth@ohioaap.org with any questions on these educational opportunities!

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General Information

Reducing tobacco smoke exposure lessens risks immediately for infants, such as sleep-related deaths and asthma. Over a child’s life, less home smoke exposure can mean less repeat sick visits for problems like respiratory and ear infections, and healthier caregivers. The Ohio AAP’s Smoke Free Families (SFF) program is now offering educational opportunities and resources to promote lifelong health for the entire family with practical application for healthcare providers and community organizations.

Click here to access the resource and education page, or contact Program Manager Hayley Southworth at hsouthworth@ohioaap.org or 614-846-6258 to discuss the SFF program further.

Staff & Leadership

Michael Gittelman, MD, FAAP – Medical Director

Michele Dritz, MD, FAAP – Primary Care Content Expert

William Mudd, MD, FAAP – Primary Care Content Expert

Christine Shahle, MD, FAAP – Primary Care Content Expert

Melinda Mahabee-Gittens, MD, FAAP – Pediatric Smoking Expert

Hayley Southworth, MS – Program Manager

Education / CME / MOC II