The Pulse Pod
AACVPR, the premier professional membership and advocacy association for cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, hosts this podcast alongside Tom Draper, MBA, MAACVPR, to introduce another channel of delivering the latest news in cardiopulmonary practice. The goal of the show is to connect members and discuss timely topics within the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehab spaces.
The Pulse Pod
News & Views Recording: New Tobacco Cessation Frameworks: Implications for Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
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To transition from being a "current" smoker to a "former" smoker, individuals must acknowledge the addictive nature of smoking and embrace a forward-moving mindset. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the World Health Organization have introduced frameworks emphasizing collaboration, health equity, and comprehensive support to improve smoking cessation efforts, especially in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation settings where community engagement can play a key role in promoting tobacco-free living. Learn more from "New Tobacco Cessation Frameworks: Implications for Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation," by Joel Hughes, PhD, FAACVPR.