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Category Archives: Health Systems

Treating Dual Use of Cigarettes and E-cigarettes: A Quick Guide for Clinicians

This guide is intended to be a clinical resource for the treatment of the dual use of cigarettes and e-cigarettes*. The guide can support professionals working across behavioral health, public health, and tobacco control systems in addressing dual use among the patients and individuals they serve, which refers to the regular use of both combustible […]

Archived Case-Based Discussion Series for Clinicians: Best Practices in Tobacco-Use Assessment

On September 16, 2025, the National Center of Excellence for Tobacco-Free Recovery (CoE-TFR) hosted the third session of their Case-Based Discussion Series, a new initiative designed to enhance the capabilities of behavioral healthcare providers in delivering evidence-based tobacco use disorder interventions by connecting behavioral health providers and administrators through virtual sessions that combine didactic learning […]

Archived Case-Based Discussion Series for Clinicians: When Cessation is Off the Table

This Case-Based Discussion Series is a new initiative by the CoE-TFR designed to enhance the capabilities of behavioral healthcare providers in delivering evidence-based tobacco use disorder interventions. This program aims to connect behavioral health providers and administrators through virtual sessions that combine didactic learning with a case-based discussion. For our second session, we are excited […]

Archived Case-Based Discussion Series for Clinicians: Tobacco Use Treatment in Behavioral Health

This Case-Based Discussion Series is a new initiative by the CoE-TFR designed to enhance the capabilities of behavioral healthcare providers in delivering evidence-based tobacco use disorder interventions. This program aims to connect behavioral health providers and administrators through virtual sessions that combine didactic learning with a case-based discussion. For the first of the series, Dr. […]

Archived Webinar: Key Considerations for Optimizing EMRs to Support Tobacco Use Treatment in Behavioral Health

Join us for an informative webinar focused on enhancing behavioral health electronic medical records (EMRs) to better support tobacco use screening and treatment efforts. This session will explore key functional elements and practical strategies for improving EMR workflows, optimizing system features, and supporting providers in delivering consistent tobacco use screening, intervention, and follow-up care. The […]

Archived Webinar: “Getting Beyond No” – Addressing Tobacco Use Treatment in Precontemplation Stage

Summary: Presenters address tobacco use treatment in the pre-contemplation stage. Presenters cover topics including: How prescribers and the multi-disciplinary healthcare team can work together to meet individuals where they are Current best practices for tobacco use treatment for individuals with behavioral health conditions How to successfully integrate stage-wise tobacco interventions with individuals who are in […]

Relapsed Smokers Who Are Ready to Try Again: What to Do? A 3-Step Protocol for Clinicians

Summary: The average person who quits does so after many unsuccessful attempts—estimated from 10 to as many as 30. Most smokers do not use a cessation medication or, if they do, they use it incorrectly. This guide describes a three-step protocol (i.e., Ask, Advise, Refer) for helping relapsed smokers regain abstinence by encouraging them to learn […]

Implementing Tobacco Cessation Programs in Substance Use Disorder Treatment Settings

Summary: This quick guide for program directors and clinicians was created to help staff working in substance use disorder treatment settings implement a tobacco cessation program for their clients. Topics covered include: An overview of the problem Benefits of tobacco cessation and a tobacco-free workplace Tips for implementing tobacco cessation treatment and a tobacco-free environment […]

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