Center for Tobacco Independence

According to the 2021 Maine Integrated Youth Health Survey, more than 18% of Maine High School students reported using a tobacco product (combustible, smokeless or electronic) in the last 30 days. Historically, youth enrollments in the traditional Maine QuitLink phone coaching program have been low, including youth-focused tobacco treatment services as part of the comprehensive tobacco control approach will support these young people to be tobacco-free. In February 2022, the My Life, My Quit (MLMQ) program launched in Maine as part of the…

You’ve likely heard that e-cigarettes are dangerous for our health. But what about the environmental impacts of these electronic products? We’re dedicating a webinar to this topic to celebrate Earth Day! Join Bonnie as she discusses the prevalence of e-cigarettes amongst Mainers and some of the environmental impacts of these products. She will address a few policies that are in place and share tips about advocating for change. Presenter: Bonnie Carleton, BS, MCHES - MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence 1.0 CME Available

The Maine QuitLink continues to seek out novel approaches for providing flexibility and choice, as well as low barrier access, to Mainers who want to quit tobacco or vaping. Please join Amy Giles as she highlights recent enhancements to the phone coaching program and reviews the Maine QuitLink’s new digital treatment service, Rally Coach. Presenter: Amy Giles, Senior Program Manager, Maine QuitLink - MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence Earn 1.0 CME Credits for Attending