Help People Quit Tobacco

Is there someone you know that you would like to help quit smoking? Whether it's a family member or one of your patients, the Oregon Tobacco Quit Line can be a resource for you.

Counselors on the other end know how hard it is to quit - many were former smokers. They can tell you about materials available and what options there may be for the person who uses tobacco.

Resources for Doctors and Clinicians

• Clinical Practice Guidelines (pdf)  - The Clinical Practice Guideline presents recommendations for health care providers with brief supporting information, tables and figures, and pertinent references. Single copies can be ordered free from Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) at 800-358-9295. 196 pages.

   

• A Clinicians Guide for Quick Reference - The Quick Reference Guide is a distilled version of the clinical practice guideline, with summary points for ready reference on a day-to-day basis. - Free copies available from Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) at 800-358-9295. A 23 page booklet.

   

• A 12 page booklet, "You Can Quit Smoking", is available by mail by calling Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) at 800-358-9295. The Consumer Version is an information booklet for the general public to increase consumer knowledge and involvement in health care decisionmaking.