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Empowering Tobacco Marshals – October 2023 Training

Empowering Tobacco Marshals – October 2023 Training

Introduction

In October 2023, a pivotal event took place aimed at combating the pervasive health threat of tobacco use. On the 22nd of October 2023, the “BASIC COURSE IN TOBACCO CONTROL,” centered around the 8R principles, was conducted online. This training was a significant step in creating a cadre of individuals committed to eradicating the harmful effects of tobacco.

Training Highlights

– Date: 22nd October 2023

Participants

A diverse group of participants gathered for this training, including members from DANT PARI, doctors, and socially responsible members of GELNOVA.

Expert Trainers

The training was conducted by accomplished ICanCaRe Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists, including Mrs. Sonal Bhatia, Dr. Pravesh Singh, and Dr. Pawan Gupta. Their expertise and dedication played a crucial role in the success of this initiative.

Empowering Knowledge

Across two intense sessions, each spanning two hours, participants engaged in in-depth discussions. These sessions comprehensively covered the 8R aspects of Tobacco Control. The knowledge acquired in these discussions empowered every participant to become a “TOBACCO MARSHAL.”

DANT PARI Foundation

This marked the third batch of enthusiastic participants from DANT PARIS. The DANT PARI FOUNDATION, spearheaded by Dr. Shweta K Javali and Dr. Neeru, focuses on training rural girls as dental assistants. In this batch, four Dant Paries joined the course, displaying their strong interactive skills and a sincere desire to combat tobacco use in rural areas.

GELNOVA Members

Seventeen socially responsible members from the GELNOVA family, led by Mr. Rajeev Khanna, enthusiastically participated in the training. Hailing from various regions of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, these individuals regularly interact with doctors and conduct awareness camps. The knowledge they gained during the training will be instrumental in educating doctors and organizing tobacco awareness campaigns, furthering the #advisequittobacco campaign.

New Enthusiastic Doctors

The training also welcomed two dedicated doctors who are eager to enhance their professional practice and make a substantial societal impact by joining the ranks of Tobacco Marshals.

ICanCaRe Academy Welcomes New Members

ICanCaRe Academy extended a warm welcome to the new batch of TOBACCO MARSHALs, recognizing the vital role they will play in the ongoing battle against tobacco.

Join as a Tobacco Marshal

If you are inspired by this initiative and wish to join as a Tobacco MARSHAL, you can register at [ICanCaRe Academy] (https://www.icancare.in/academy/MARSHAL).

Learn More

For more information on the comprehensive CAPACITY BUILDING courses for TOBACCO CESSATION and control offered by ICanCaRe academy, please visit their website at [www.icancare.in/academy](https://www.icancare.in/academy).

Conclusion

The training of Tobacco Marshals in October 2023 was a crucial step in the ongoing battle against tobacco. With a diverse group of participants, expert trainers, and a shared commitment to making a difference in society, these newly trained Tobacco Marshals are poised to have a real impact in the fight against tobacco. Their knowledge and dedication mark a brighter, tobacco-free future.

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#14th ICanCaRe Tutorial for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists

On September 16, 2023, the 14th tutorial for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists took place. Dr. Mariya, Dr. Siddhi, and Dr. Anshika effectively coordinated the program. The agenda for the tutorial included:

1. **Demonstration of School Program**: Conducted by Dr. Surbhi Jindal, Nodal Officer NTCP at AMBALA.

2. **Group Discussion on Cases Presented**:

   – Dr. Megha Srivastava discussed a case of a young individual consuming 30 cigarettes per day, aiming for a cold turkey approach in their quit journey.

   – Mrs. Pravesh shared a case about a 15-year-old boy who has started smoking, and the discussion focused on how to approach and intervene.

   – Dr. Mariya shared a success story from the previous tutorial where her patient successfully quit and even referred new patients. Dr. Pawan suggested creating a testimonial video for the ICanCaRe YouTube channel.

   – Information was shared about the availability of tobacco-related medications for the clinics at special prices for CTCS.

   – Dr. Pawan Gupta emphasized with CTCS acknowledging ICanCaRe in all presentations, whether online or offline.

**Members’ Feedback**:

– Siddhi expressed continuous appreciation for the ongoing learning opportunities.

– Abhishek thanked everyone for their valuable contributions and emphasized the extensive learning gained from the session.

– Rakesh highlighted the tutorial’s insightful nature and recommended it for anyone aspiring for a successful quit program.

– Kshipra expressed gratitude for the learning experience.

**ICanCaRe Academy Tutorial for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists (CTCS)** is a monthly program held on the 15th of each month, from 9-10 PM. The program encourages CTCS to present complex cases on tobacco cessation for discussion and finding solutions to facilitate successful quitting. For case submissions, interested individuals can reach out to Dr. Mariya, Dr. Siddhi, or Dr. Anshika.

ICanCaRe Academy encourages participation in monthly sessions to gain in-depth knowledge about practical tobacco cessation through the discussion of various cases. To become a Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialist, interested individuals can visit www.icancare.in/academy/ctcs.

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Newer Strategies for Tobacco Cessation – 6th IAPSM NEZCON

PRESS RELEASE – October 14, 2023

ICanCaRe’s Participation at the 6th IAPSM NEZCON at Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh

The ICanCaRe Academy was prominently represented by Dr. Pawan Gupta at the 6th Indian Association of Public and Social Medicine North East Zone Annual Conference held at Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh.

ADVISE QUIT TOBACCO CAMPAIGN

Dr. Pawan Gupta, M.Ch. in Surgical Oncology and Founder Director of ICanCaRe, along with his role as Senior Director of Surgical Oncology at MAX Institute of Cancer Care, is a MASTER trainer for Tobacco Cessation Intervention in India. He’s a pioneer in promoting Tobacco Cessation intervention within the medical community and beyond. Dr. Gupta’s #advisequittoabcco campaign urges healthcare professionals to tackle the root cause of various diseases by motivating patients to quit tobacco through the “ASK, ADVISE, and REFER” approach to a Tobacco Cessation specialist. Dr. Gupta emphasized that no disease can be fully cured if the patient continues to consume tobacco. It is both a moral responsibility and ethical practice for all healthcare professionals to incorporate Tobacco Cessation.

NEWER STRATEGIES TO IMPROVE QUIT RATE TO 100%

During his talk on “NEWER STRATEGIES FOR TOBACCO CESSATION,” Dr. Gupta presented how the #ABCDtobaccocessation approach has achieved a 100% quit rate. The ICanCaRe Tobacco Cessation protocol, which includes specific medicines and a holistic approach with active intensive follow-up, has proven successful in helping patients quit tobacco. Dr. Gupta also demonstrated TrisCaRe the innovative mouth-opening device for betel nut users.

CAPACITY BUILDING FOR TOBACCO CESSATION INTERVENTION

The #ICanCaReAcademy (www.icancare.in/academy) is dedicated to capacity building for Tobacco Cessation Intervention and has called upon IAPSM to collaborate in creating a significant impact on society. The #SAVEtheyouth initiative encompasses 360 interventions, targeting all aspects of society for effective tobacco control in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals.

Recognizing tobacco as a complex disease and the root cause of numerous health issues, ICanCaRe’s capacity-building program aims to reach across India through the #SAVEtheyouth campaign. The SAVE the Youth program involves sensitizing against tobacco, assisting users to quit through a digital protocol intervention, building a network of Tobacco Marshals, Tobacco Ambassadors, and Tobacco Cessation Specialists, and enforcing a tobacco-free society.

Dr. Gupta’s extensive research has led to the establishment of a simplified digital Tobacco Cessation protocol, and he is also the author of several books on this subject. Through the ICanCaRe Academy, over 1,000 doctors have been trained on successful ICanCaRe protocols for effective tobacco quit programs.

ICanCaRe extends its gratitude to the organizing team of the 6th IAPSM NEZCON, especially Dr. Suneela Garg and Dr. Tulika Goswami, for the invitation to this enlightening conference.

This event provided a valuable opportunity to meet and discuss collaboration with stalwarts of the PSM community, including Dr. Ajit Kumar De, Dr. Dabadeep Kalita, Dr. Rashmi Ahmed, Dr. Sthapana Sharma, Dr. KMS Mech, Dr. Ship Shekhar Datta, Dr. Manoj Balaji Patki, Dr. Subhajit Bora, and Dr. Subrata Baidya from various Medical Colleges of the North East. They expressed enthusiasm for the ICanCaRe protocol and its potential to significantly impact.

COLLABORATION WITH IAPSM

Dr. Purushottam Giri, National Secretary of IAPSM, acknowledged the promising beginning and stressed the importance of propagating and refining the developed interventions. He encouraged the adoption and dissemination of proven methods to combat the challenging addiction to tobacco.

Several young doctors at the conference expressed interest in learning and implementing the ICanCaRe protocol in their future practice, highlighting the promising future of the #ICanCaRe initiative for a tobacco-free society.

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