[Effect evaluation of "Smoking cessation: Doctor first"program in China]

Area of Science:

• Public Health
• Behavioral Science
• Medical Interventions

Context:

• The study addresses the high prevalence of smoking among medical professionals.
• It investigates the effectiveness of a targeted intervention within a healthcare setting.
• Medical staff are key influencers in public health messaging regarding smoking.

Purpose:

• To evaluate the impact of the "Smoking Cessation: Doctor First" program on smoking cessation among medical staff.
• To identify factors associated with willingness to quit smoking in this demographic.
• To assess the program's success in improving quit rates and medication use.

Summary:

• The "Smoking Cessation: Doctor First" program enrolled 1,747 medical staff, providing education and pharmacotherapy.
• Key factors associated with a lack of intention to quit included lower education levels and lack of prior quitting experience.
• Post-intervention, 81.0% initiated quitting, 36.6% used cessation drugs, and 60.2% successfully quit.

Impact:

• The program demonstrated a significant improvement in smoking cessation willingness and medication adoption among healthcare professionals.
• Findings highlight the potential for structured, doctor-led interventions to reduce smoking rates in medical settings.
• Successful implementation can lead to a healthier healthcare workforce and improved patient counseling on smoking cessation.