Sonya Del Tredici and John Keenan

Addiction Medicine Journal Club

Sonya Del Tredici and John Keenan

  • 41. Vaping for Smoking Cessation

41. Vaping for Smoking Cessation

Monday 20th May 2024

Explore the effectiveness of vaping for smoking cessation and learn about the NarxCare addiction risk score in this engaging episode.
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Addiction Medicine Journal Club
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Sonya Del Tredici and John Keenan
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Can Vaping Help You Quit Smoking? Insights from Addiction Medicine

Episode Overview

  • E-cigarettes may help with smoking cessation.
  • NarxCare scores predict opioid misuse risk.
  • Alcohol-related deaths are on the rise.
  • E-cigarettes offer a customizable quitting option.
  • Real-world clinical insights on vaping.
It's like a credit score, predicting risk of opioid misuse or dependence.
Are e-cigarettes the answer to quitting smoking? In this episode of Addiction Medicine Journal Club, Dr. Sonya del Tredici and Dr. John Keenan dive into the latest research on vaping as a tool for smoking cessation. They break down a study from Switzerland that explores the effectiveness and safety of electronic nicotine delivery systems compared to traditional methods. The hosts also tackle the controversial NarxCare addiction risk score and discuss the alarming rise in alcohol-related deaths.
Through engaging dialogue, they highlight the benefits and potential pitfalls of using e-cigarettes to quit smoking, including real-world anecdotes from their clinical practice. If you're curious about how e-cigarettes stack up against patches and pills, or just want to stay informed about addiction medicine, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Tune in to hear why e-cigarettes might be a game-changer for those looking to kick the habit for good.