cessation and abstinence

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Tobacco and Vaping Series | Evidence-based policies and practices in smoking cessation Events

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Building upon the findings and recommendations of the 2023 National Conference on Tobacco and Vaping, this interactive webinar series aims to bring together professionals working in the tobacco control and vaping sectors to provide practical areas for collaboration and action across Canada.

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User profile image Brooke Campus -

Update to the STOP on the Net Program *10 Weeks of Treatment* Forum topic

STOP on the Net is a free, online smoking cessation program available to adults in Ontario interested in quitting tobacco cigarette smoking. We are pleased to announce that STOP on the Net has expanded to 10 weeks of treatment (previously 8 weeks). Eligible participants will now receive a free NRT kit containing 10 boxes of NRT patches and 5 boxes of NRT gum or lozenges mailed directly to their address (enough for 10 weeks of treatment).

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Healthcare providers needed for research study about developing a healthbot for varenicline (Champix) adherence Forum topic

We, at CAMH, are conducting a study where we are looking for healthcare providers to take part in a short demographic survey and a 60-minute interview to share their perspectives on the use of digital health solutions (i.e., “healthbots”) for improving varenicline adherence in patients who are trying to quit smoking. We hope to use this information to create an evidence-based healthbot to improve patient outcomes for medication adherence. For more information, please see attached study flyer.

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Help inform a smoking cessation intervention for Black communities in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) Forum topic

CAMH and Black Health Alliance (BHA), in partnership with TAIBU Community Health Centre and CAFCAN, are working on a health equity project to design a culturally safe smoking cessation intervention that is grounded in the voices and lived experiences of diverse Black communities in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

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Help your patients quit smoking in 2023 with STOP on the Net! Forum topic

STOP on the Net is a free, online smoking cessation program available to adults in Ontario interested in quitting tobacco cigarette smoking. Eligible participants can receive a free nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) kit containing an 8-week supply of nicotine patches and choice of gum or lozenges mailed directly to their address!

Individuals may be eligible to participate if they:

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Register Now for TEACH Educational Round Webinar! Events

2021-2022 TEACH EDUCATIONAL ROUNDS Presents:

Webinar Title: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Brief Interventions for Cessation: A Practical Approach

Date: Wednesday, August 11, 2021 (12 PM – 1 PM ET)

Presented by: Stephanie Kersta MSc, RP & Carolyn Plater MSW, RSW

Registration Link: https://is.gd/AugustTERLA1

Learning Objectives:

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User profile image Angela -

AJTP and IATCP webinar: A CONVERSATION ABOUT THREE TREATMENT PHILOSOPHIES Events

This webinar is hosted by the  Association of Justice and Treatment Professionals (AJTP) and the International Association of Treatment Court Professionals (IATCP).

As we gain a better understanding of the cause and effects of substance abuse and drug addiction, treatment strategies evolve and improve. This session will discuss three treatment philosophies i.e. abstinence, harm reduction and a trauma informed approach.

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Cannabidiol (CBD) may decrease cravings and anxiety in abstinent heroin users Forum topic

Hello, EENetconnect!

Usually I try not to get too excited about a single small study, but this looks pretty promising!

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