Virtual Study Club: Vaping with Quit now BC

Name: Virtual Study Club: Vaping with Quit now BC
Start: 2024-09-11T19:00:00-07:00
End: 2024-09-11T21:00:00-07:00

September 11, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Presenter / Speaker Bio
	Jacqueline Turvey is a Registered Respiratory Therapist and a member of the QuitNow Outreach Team. QuitNow is a free program for British Columbians who are looking to quit or reduce their nicotine use. The QuitNow Outreach Team delivers comprehensive training to clinicians working in various fields across the province to ensure they are well-equipped to support their client’s quit journeys.
Event Description & Objectives
	This webinar will provide information about vaping and oral health. It will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to support your clients reduce or quit vaping. The webinar will cover the following topics: 1. What is a vape? 2. Vaping prevalence in BC 3. General health risks of vaping 4. How vaping impacts oral health 5. Nicotine addiction and the challenges of quitting 6. Your role as a dental professional (Motivational interviewing and the 5As) 7. How QuitNow can support your clients 8. Pharmacotherapy 9. The BC Smoking Cessation Program Participants will participate in interactive quizzes throughout the presentation. Following the presentation, participants will have a chance to ask questions.