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A multistate asian-language tobacco quitline: Addressing a disparity in access to care

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  • Cummins, S.E.
  • Wong, S.
  • Bonnevie, E.
  • Lee, H.-R.
  • Goto, C.J.
  • Carrington, J.M.
  • Kirby, C.
  • Zhu, S.-H.

Abstract

Objectives. We conducted a dissemination and implementation study to translate an intervention protocol for Asian-language smokers froman efficacy trial into an effective and sustainable multistate service. Methods. Three state tobacco programs (in California, Colorado, and Hawaii) promoted a multistate cessation quitline to 3 Asian-language-speaking communities: Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese. The California quitline provided counseling centrally to facilitate implementation. Threemore states joined the program during the study period (January 2010?July 2012). We assessed the provision of counseling, quitting outcomes, and dissemination of the program. Results. A total of 2004 smokers called for the service, with 88.3% opting for counseling. Among those opting for counseling, the 6-month abstinence rate (18.8%) was similar to results of the earlier efficacy trial (16.4%). Conclusions. The intervention protocol, based on an efficacy trial, was successfully translated into amultistate service and further disseminated. This project paved theway for the establishment of a national quitline for Asian-language speakers, which serves as an important strategy to address disparities in access to care.

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  • Cummins, S.E. & Wong, S. & Bonnevie, E. & Lee, H.-R. & Goto, C.J. & Carrington, J.M. & Kirby, C. & Zhu, S.-H., 2015. "A multistate asian-language tobacco quitline: Addressing a disparity in access to care," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 105(10), pages 2150-2155.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:10.2105/ajph.2014.302418_2
    DOI: 10.2105/AJPH.2014.302418
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