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Presenter(s)
Melanie Chambers Senior Delivery Manager, NCSCT Community Interest Company
Abstract
The RTQ programme is a move towards a more flexible approach that allows smokers to choose from the various evidence-based options for quitting, and to engage with the healthcare system more effectively. While the current model of care (abrupt quit) is still the quit method with the highest efficacy (4 times more likely to stop), the percentage of smokers who use these services indicates that other ways of quitting, which appeal more to a wider audience should be considered. The aim therefore, of the RTQ programme is to engage with a much greater number of smokers, offering a greater range of evidence based options and tailored quit plans (TQP) that meet their needs.
This presentation will provide an overview of the current Routes to Quit (RTQ) pilots and will aim to share any early lessons, including the elements that are working best so far, and to discuss what the major considerations are likely to be in terms of both local commissioning and providing of stop smoking support.
