Understanding & Mitigating the Impact of Nicotine on Public Health

Nicotine use is a global public health problem with over 1.3 billion tobacco users and more than 8 million deaths each year. The tragedies of death and disease are amplified by the cost of lost wages and medical expense. In the USA, there are 480,000 deaths annually and 8.6% of the health care budget is consumed by tobacco-related diseases.

Most tobacco users start at an early age. What is it about nicotine that attracts young people and keeps them hooked? What treatments are available? Are there safer forms of nicotine?

What is the best evidence available?

How can you obtain reliable information and support if you are struggling with nicotine dependence?

Empowering evidence-based information is readily available here.

Are you seeking ways to integrate evidence-based tobacco treatment into your medical practice?

Whether fee for service, value-based or mixed, it is in your economic interest to maximize performance in tobacco treatment. Look at the business case here.