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Empowering general practitioners to assist smoking cessation among combustible and e-cigarette users effectively: A dual challenge in Malaysia.

Authors :
Ruzlin, Aimi Nadira Mat
Abdullah, Nik Nairan
Tangiisuran, Balamurugan
Source :
Australian Journal of General Practice; Dec2024, Vol. 53 Issue 12, p959-960, 2p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article focuses on the challenges faced by general practitioners in Malaysia when helping patients quit smoking, particularly those who are dual users of combustible cigarettes and e-cigarettes. Topics include the impact of recent policy changes in Malaysia regarding e-cigarettes, the role of general practitioners in smoking cessation, and the need for enhanced training and support for healthcare professionals to address the complexities of dual use effectively.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2208794X
Volume :
53
Issue :
12
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Australian Journal of General Practice
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
181243731