UW-CTRI Researcher Dr. Jesse Kaye is presenting on the neuroscience of nicotine addiction and tobacco treatment among people with Substance Use Disorders (SUD). “We are providing education for DHS 75 residential SUD providers in Wisconsin,” …
Month: October 2023
Study Findings Could Help Oncology Centers Treat Smoking More Efficiently, Sustainably
Nancy is a long-time smoker seeking cancer treatment—however, her oncology clinicians don’t screen her for her smoking, and don’t offer her help to quit tobacco use. Researchers from the University of Florida, University of Wisconsin, …
White House Features New VA Pilot Program
President Joe Biden announced a new pilot program to increase veteran engagement in tobacco use treatment, and UW-CTRI Director of Veterans Research Dr. Jessica Cook said she’s excited to be involved in the project. The …
Quit Line Helped Derrick Quit Vaping
Derrick started vaping when he was 17, a decision he now regrets. For years, he had wanted to quit, but was leery he’d feel sluggish and struggle to focus. “I was afraid to take that …
La Causa Partners with UW-CTRI to Help Staff, Patients to Quit Smoking
UW-CTRI Regional Outreach Specialist, Allison Gorrilla, has worked with La Causa, a nonprofit organization in Milwaukee, to offer support to employees and clients who want to quit tobacco use. Among its many programs to help …