Liquid smoke trick: Earlier this year 52 smokers embarked on an FDA-approved clinical study of a new smoke-cessation device called Smoke-Break. After 12 weeks, 71 percent of the study participants, many of whom have smoked for decades, had broken their smoking habit. Smoke-Break is a clear tube that contains a cherry-flavored gel along with 1.5 milligrams of nicotine, about as much as in a light cigarette.
Users consume the liquid by lifting the tube to their mouths, much like they would draw on a cigarette, which has been credited for much of their success in being able to kick the habit.
There were no serious adverse events during the studyUsers consume the liquid by lifting the tube to their mouths, much like they would draw on a cigarette, which has been credited for much of their success in being able to kick the habit.
and only a few minor events, such as sore throat or heartburn. The real surprise for me was the rate of smoke cessation. It is unprecedented.
I'm happy with the results
but I'm most excited for the participants, many of whom have expressed gratitude at finally being able to kick this deadly habit.
I don't think we're doing our jobs as clinicians
unless we try to prevent cancer in the first place.
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