Talking with Your Patients about Lung Cancer Screening
by Schuyler Griffin, LCSW-A, UNC Tobacco Treatment Program November provides several opportunities to broach the topic of lung cancer...
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TTS Tips
Bite-sized doses of practice-changing knowledge and treatment tips to help your patients quit tobacco for good
Rachael Joyner
Nov 45 min read
3 Facts About E-Cigarettes Everyone Should Know
The number of patients I’m seeing for help with e-cigarette use has gone up exponentially in the last few years.
Jennifer Greyber
Oct 92 min read
Quitting Smoking: A Powerful Weapon in the Fight Against Breast Cancer
Quitting smoking after a breast cancer diagnosis can improve treatment and survival outcomes.
Jennifer Greyber
May 134 min read
‘It’s time to break up with Menthol.’
Addressing the use of menthol tobacco products is an important part of treating tobacco use. Menthol makes tobacco products more addictive,
Rachael Joyner
May 63 min read
The Impact of Smoking and E-Cigarette Use on Asthma
Tobacco smoke is a common trigger for asthma attacks – both directly when inhaled and indirectly as secondhand smoke.
Jennifer Greyber
Apr 295 min read
Ask the Experts: How do I approach someone who isn’t ready to quit?
As tobacco treatment specialists, we often have to talk to people about their tobacco use who are not ready to quit.
Jennifer Greyber
Apr 153 min read
Ask the Experts: Can I Bill for a Tobacco Cessation Visit?
Reimbursement for tobacco treatment services can be complicated. We sat down with Jillian Dirkes, Program Manager of the Duke Smoking Cessat
Rachael Joyner
Mar 253 min read
Ask the Experts: How do I chose the right smoking cessation medication?
With several medication options for treatment of tobacco dependence, I am often asked by patients and other healthcare providers, “How do I
Jennifer Greyber
Feb 54 min read
4 Reasons to Exercise While Quitting Smoking
In addition to boosting heart health, exercise may help tobacco users quit. February is American Heart Month, a time to encourage individual
Jennifer Greyber
Jan 243 min read
Duke-UNC TTS Participant Spotlight: Lani Callison
Creating magnetic and sustainable shifts in individuals, organizations and communities Lani Callison is a passionate and experienced...
Jennifer Greyber
Nov 15, 20232 min read
Offering Tobacco Cessation is a Vital Part of Cancer Care
Don’t miss our upcoming FREE virtual CE training on strategies for talking to cancer patients about tobacco use on November 28, 2023,...
Jennifer Greyber
Oct 31, 20232 min read
Ask the Experts: Is it helpful to use varenicline and nicotine patch together for smoking cessation?
by Marlena Parson, PMHNP-BC, Duke Smoking Cessation Program It's a well-known fact that quitting smoking can greatly improve health...
Jennifer Greyber
Oct 24, 20233 min read
The FDA’s Menthol Ban and Big Tobacco’s Synthetic Workaround
As a final rule, nationally banning menthol as a characterizing flavor in cigarettes is expected to pass, Duke researchers find synthetic pr
Jennifer Greyber
Sep 27, 20232 min read
The Negative Impact of E-Cigarette Use on Heart Health
by Rachael Joyner, DNP, FNP-BC, APRN Cardiovascular disease is the top cause of death worldwide. September 29th is World Heart Day, a...
Rachael Joyner
Sep 21, 20232 min read
Addressing Tobacco and Nicotine Use in Military Settings
Duke-UNC TTS recently hosted a two-day training aimed to educate both military and civilian healthcare providers serving at Fort Liberty
Jennifer Greyber
Sep 6, 20232 min read
Smoking Cessation and Mental Health: Improving Psychiatric Medication Effectiveness
Smoking cessation has long been heralded as a pivotal step towards better health and well-being.
Jennifer Greyber
Mar 8, 20232 min read
Smoking: A Huge Modifiable Risk Factor for Colorectal Cancer
How patients who quit smoking can decrease their risk of colorectal cancer March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and a...
Jennifer Greyber
Feb 14, 20234 min read
Tobacco Treatment Specialists Across Healthcare: Spotlight on Outpatient Care
This occasional series highlights some of the practice areas where tobacco treatment specialists (TTS) work. In this post, we share tips...
Rachael Joyner
Jan 18, 20235 min read
Addressing Tobacco Use in Adolescents and Young Adults
Nearly all adult smokers started using tobacco in their youth, which presents an important opportunity for healthcare providers. Dr....
Rachael Joyner
Nov 7, 20223 min read
Talking to Your Patients About Lung Cancer Screening
Most lung cancers are caused by smoking, and many patients who use tobacco products are at high risk. Lung cancer screening helps catch...
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