There’s an App for That! Can Smartphone Apps Assist with Smoking Cessation?

Despite numerous anti-smoking campaigns, millions of adults continue to use traditional tobacco-cigarettes or e-cigarettes. Nearly 70% of smokers state they want to quit, however, less than 10% are successful.  Disappointingly, less than 60% of smokers report being offered any advice from healthcare professionals when trying to quit.  Smartphone applications are a new option for patients attempting to quit smoking in the digital age, but it is unclear if these apps improve quit rates.

Guest Authors:  Yue Pheng Vang, PharmD and Michelle Balli, PharmD, BCACP

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