2023 World Conference on Lung Cancer (Posters)-P1.01. “A Core Part of the Whole Thing...”: Stakeholder Views on Offering Smoking Cessation Support in Lung Cancer Screening

P1.01. “A Core Part of the Whole Thing...”: Stakeholder Views on Offering Smoking Cessation Support in Lung Cancer Screening - PDF(Slides)

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A recent study explored stakeholders' perspectives on offering smoking cessation support alongside a lung cancer screening program in Australia. The study found strong support for seizing the "perfect teachable moment" for smoking cessation throughout the screening and assessment pathway. This included offering cessation interventions during brief windows and risk assessment. Stakeholders emphasized the need for consistent cessation support messaging, such as anti-smoking media and on-pack warnings, to reinforce the messages provided through the screening program. <br /><br />In terms of the setting, it was considered a responsibility to deliver smoking cessation as a core component of the lung cancer screening program. Dedicated and embedded cessation resources were deemed essential, and referrals to services like Quitline were seen as particularly helpful for follow-up. <br /><br />While individuals attending the screening were seen as a highly motivated subgroup, some expressed concerns that persistent offers of cessation support could overwhelm or discourage engagement in both screening and cessation. <br /><br />The study highlighted the need for careful planning of implementation strategies, including community engagement to determine the local acceptability of different strategies. This is important to maximize the effectiveness of smoking cessation support and overcome potential barriers. <br /><br />The findings of this study have implications not only for Australia but also for other international settings considering or implementing organized lung cancer screening programs. Stakeholders' perspectives can help identify barriers and inform effective implementation strategies to ensure the routine offer of smoking cessation supports to eligible participants. Overall, smoking cessation was viewed as an essential component of a potential national lung cancer screening program.

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Nathan Harrison

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Speaker Nathan Harrison

Topic Risk Factors, Risk Reduction & Tobacco Control

Keywords

smoking cessation

lung cancer screening program

stakeholders' perspectives

teachable moment

cessation interventions

consistent support messaging

dedicated cessation resources

Quitline referrals

engagement concerns

implementation strategies