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Tobacco smoking: Options for helping smokers to quit

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posted on 2024-11-14, 00:14 authored by Nicholas Zwar, Colin Mendelsohn, Robyn Richmond
Background: Although great progress has been made on tobacco control, smoking remains one of the most important causes of preventable disease and death in the Australian population. The general practice team has much to offer in helping smokers to quit. Objective: This article provides practical advice on structuring smoking cessation support in primary care using the 5As (Ask, Assess, Advise, Assist and Arrange follow-up) framework. Up-to-date information on pharmacotherapy and issues for special groups are also covered. Discussion: The chances of successful quitting are maximised if the patient receives behavioural support combined with drug treatment, if nicotine-dependent. Special groups needing support include Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with mental illness and pregnant women.

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Zwar, N. A., Mendelsohn, C. P. & Richmond, R. L. (2014). Tobacco smoking: Options for helping smokers to quit. Australian Family Physician, 43 (6), 348-354.

Journal title

Australian Family Physician

Volume

43

Issue

6

Pagination

348-354

Language

English

RIS ID

111832

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