A Step towards Relapse Prevention

Authors: Goni A and Hasan J

DOI: 10.23880/mhrij-16000183

Volume 6, Issue 2

Abstract

Tobacco is one of the biggest killers globally. Smoking Tobacco has shown to have serious repercussions on health including cancers, cardiovascular diseases, respiratory diseases, diabetes, hypertension and so on. Quitting smoking is not an easy process but requires support and strong determination. Thousands of people try quitting, but majority still result in relapse, where main culprit is Nicotine. Nicotine is the dangerous and addictive substance present in tobacco smoke. Ample of quitting aids like varenicline, bupropion, combination NRT and e-cigarettes are available to help smokers quit tobacco and prevent repulse. Despite all these measures relapse still occurs but the good news is some smokers do overcome it through will power and support. If nations, countries, healthcare system, policy makers, family and smokers, all will work hand in hand then combating relapse is surely possible. So, in a nutshell, relapse can be prevented by proper support system and resolution. 

Keywords: Cardiovascular Diseases; Respiratory Diseases; Diabetes, Hypertension; Healthcare System

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