by Schuyler Griffin, LCSW-A, UNC Tobacco Treatment Program November provides several opportunities to broach the topic of lung cancer...

Addressing the use of menthol tobacco products is an important part of treating tobacco use. Menthol makes tobacco products more addictive,

Reimbursement for tobacco treatment services can be complicated. We sat down with Jillian Dirkes, Program Manager of the Duke Smoking Cessat

This past year, we have seen the launch of two national certifications for tobacco treatment specialists.

Creating magnetic and sustainable shifts in individuals, organizations and communities Lani Callison is a passionate and experienced...

Highlight of articles published by Duke-UNC TTS Training Program faculty and staff in 2022 and 2023.

by Marlena Parson, PMHNP-BC, Duke Smoking Cessation Program It's a well-known fact that quitting smoking can greatly improve health...

Smoking cessation has long been heralded as a pivotal step towards better health and well-being.

How patients who quit smoking can decrease their risk of colorectal cancer March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and a...

This occasional series highlights some of the practice areas where tobacco treatment specialists (TTS) work. In this post, we share tips...

Nearly all adult smokers started using tobacco in their youth, which presents an important opportunity for healthcare providers. Dr....

Don’t miss this upcoming FREE, virtual CE training on November 29, 2022 about how to tailor your smoking cessation message for cancer...

After taking the Duke-UNC TTS training, Brandon Omernik became a full time TTS with Fred Hutch Cancer Center in Seattle, WA.

The Duke-UNC Tobacco Treatment Specialist Training Program has been selected as Program of the Month by the Council for Tobacco Treatment...

The blended format of our virtual training has increased accessibility to our course for healthcare professionals in NC and beyond.

I truly believe that working with people to become tobacco free has kept me tobacco free all these years.

Each of our program founders and faculty members brings a wealth of expertise and accomplishments to the Duke-UNC Tobacco Treatment...