Nicotine / THR - Guides for Healthcare and Social Services Professionals
Reminder: Using NRT (Nicotine Replacement Therapy) is a form of THR (Tobacco Harm Reduction).
Healthcare Professionals
Doctors, Nurses, Clinics, Hospitals
ENDS (Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems), E-Cigarettes, Vapes
2016: Electronic cigarettes A guide for discussions with patients
- "Electronic cigarettes (ECs) may be an option for smokers who want to quit but who have failed using first-line therapies. GPs can have a role in providing patients with reliable information about ECs, supporting them in a quit attempt and prescribing nicotine solution."
Traditional NRT
2007: Advice on using over-the-counter nicotine replacement therapy-patch, gum, or lozenge-to quit smoking
- Explains how to use, clears up misperceptions, discusses safety
Supporting People Before, During, and After Pregnancy
ENDS (Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems), E-Cigarettes, Vapes
Using e-cigarettes before, during and after pregnancy
- Provides links to guides and infographics for maternity and healthcare professionals. Also, it provides information for pregnant people and their families.
Supporting People Living With Mental Health Conditions
Supporting People Living With Substance or Alcohol Use Disorders
Cessation Services - Public Health
Cessation Services - Nontraditional such as Vape Shops
Social Services
General
Supporting People Experiencing Unstable Housing
Adoption and Foster Care - “Substitute Carers”
Educators
Michael F. Pesko
- "(1/Thread): Hey health policy/econ professors, ever considered adding an #ecig section to your health course? Here is a slide deck for you: http://bit.ly/3pCsIGV. Feel free to use any part of this in your own courses to spread knowledge about this important/interesting topic. #econtwitter" (Note: This doc always links to a clickable link for an updated version)