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Alcohol Use Disorder: Signs, Withdrawal Risks, Treatment, and Recovery

Evidence-informed guidance on alcohol use disorder, including warning signs, potentially dangerous withdrawal, medications, behavioral treatment, mutual-support options and how to seek help safely.

Stephanie Wells March 17, 2023

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Benefits of Quitting Smoking: What Changes Over Time

Evidence-informed timeline of the health benefits of quitting smoking, including cardiovascular, lung, cancer, pregnancy and secondhand-smoke benefits.

Dave Hawkin February 15, 2023

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How To Stop Smoking

Nicotine Withdrawal and Cravings: What to Expect When You Quit Smoking

Practical evidence-informed guidance on nicotine withdrawal, cravings, irritability, sleep changes, concentration, mood and how quit medicines and support can make symptoms easier to manage.

Dave Hawkin February 15, 2023

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Quit-Smoking Medicines and Nicotine Replacement Therapy: What Works

Evidence-informed guide to nicotine patches, gum, lozenges, inhalers, nasal spray, varenicline and bupropion, including combination NRT and when to seek medical advice.

Dave Hawkin February 15, 2023

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How to Support Someone Who Is Quitting Smoking

Practical guidance for family and friends supporting a person who is quitting smoking, including cravings, slips, medication, encouragement and what not to do.

Dave Hawkin February 15, 2023

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How to Quit Smoking: An Evidence-Based Plan That Improves Your Chances

A practical smoking-cessation guide covering quit planning, counseling, nicotine replacement, varenicline, bupropion, cravings, slips and evidence-based support.

Dave Hawkin February 15, 2023