Conclusion
This study provides information regarding the effectiveness of a pharmacist-based smoking-cessation program on abstinence rates. The 6-month rates were modest. Our results suggest that pharmacists can effectively influence smoking-cessation with behavior modification and counseling. Even with our limited data, we showed improvements in vitality, mental health, and self-control. Additional research is necessary to examine the full impact of smoking cessation on SCQOL.
The authors acknowledge the University of Kentucky Health Connection for their help in recruiting patients; and the support of Dr. Thomas Cooper, Mr. Darwin Allen, and the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center Human Resources Department. We thank Dr. Stephen Joel Coons for providing the quality of life instrument. Finally, we acknowledge continued support of the University of Kentucky Wellness Department.
Funding informationStart-up funds were provided by the University of Kentucky Medical Center Human Resources Department. An unrestricted educational grant and exhaled carbon monoxide equipment were provided by GlaxoSmithKline.
Alan J. Zillich, Pharm.D., University of Iowa College of Pharmacy, PHAR S-411, Iowa City, IA 52241; e-mail: alan-zillich@uiowa.edu.
Pharmacotherapy. 2002;22(6) © 2002 Pharmacotherapy Publications
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