Category: ICanCaRe Events

A brief overview of ICanCaRe conducted events in both online and offline mode for sensitization, training and treatment of tobacco addiction

Cessation using Plateau Therapy for chronic Smokeless Tobacco consumer

CTCS TUTORIAL #13 Case 1 ICanCaRe Academy

On 15 September 2023, the 13th monthly tutorial session was conducted for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists. One of the two cases discussed a 60-year-old retailer, chronic tobacco chewer. He had a history of consuming tobacco, 6-7 pouches in a day, for over 40 years, with added supari, chutney, and slaked lime. He consumed tobacco after breakfast, and had quid in his mouth the whole day, even while sleeping.

He had a known case of hypertension for 4 years, under medications including Aspirin, Telmisartan, and Rabeprazole. Also, he had a history of phobia of crossing roads and uneasiness and had been taking Escitalopram oxalate and Clonazepam for 5 months. He was self-motivated to quit tobacco and had come to the clinic with his wife. He had himself tried to quit earlier twice but failed within a week duration. He developed cold and cough, fever, and uneasiness during quit attempts. Presently, he has been gradually tapering his tobacco consumption for 1 month, 1 pouch per week following his behavioral motivation.

Our team has now suggested asking him to set a committed Quit Date for himself, within 14 days; while the specialist is handholding him to cope with withdrawal symptoms. He has to be kept on a gradual reduction of tobacco consumption while using nicotine patches continuously. Initially, apply a 7-mg patch for a week, reducing tobacco by 50%, then a 14-mg patch and complete stoppage of tobacco consumption in the next 7-10 days. He would then be continued with a 14-mg or 21-mg patch beyond the quit date. Also, Varenicline (1mg BD) would be added at this stage during the maintenance phase and reduced gradually over a 2-3 month period. Other supplements would include Nobacco pastilles or lozenges (only in the beginning to curb intense craving episodes) and oral supplementation with Aquazyl, Turmnova, or chia seeds. He would be prescribed multivitamins and minerals, Vit. C, Folic Acid, as needed. He would be kept on regular follow-ups every week for 3 months duration along with his medical assessment at regular intervals.

ICanCaRe Academy Tutorial for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists (CTCS) is a monthly program on the 15th, from 9-10 PM. We welcome our CTCS to present complex cases on tobacco cessation for discussion and finding solutions for successful quitting. Please contact Dr. Mariya, Dr Siddhi, or Dr. Monalee for tutorial cases.

ICanCaRe Academy encourages you to take part in our monthly session and learn in-depth details about practical tobacco cessation through cases discussed here.

To be a Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists go to www.icancare.in/academy/ctcs

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 Case presented by – Dr. Mariya, BDS, Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialist, Mumbai

Blog composed by  – Dr. Siddhi Hathiwala, MDS (Public Health Dentistry), CTCS(GU) – ICanCaRe. Assoc. Prof. & HoD, HDCH, Jabalpur)

Expert – Dr. Pawan Gupta M.Ch. Cancer Surgeon and Master Trainer Tobacco Cessation

ICanCaRe at the Global Sustainability Alliance Summit SDG 5th Edition by Economic times

ICanCaRe at the GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY ALLIANCE SUMMIT SDG 5th Edition by Economic Times

ICanCaRe, an organization dedicated to Tobacco Cessation, participated as a supporting partner for the GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY ALLIANCE SUMMIT SDG 5th Edition. The Global Sustainability Alliance SDG Summit is dedicated to converting ideas into solutions to transform the world, adopt eco-friendly practices, and promote entrepreneurial solutions for addressing and promoting sustainable development.

ICanCaRe is committed and aligned with The Global Goals and has been working to meet Sustainable Development Goal No. 3 to ensure Good Health and well-being. The focus of ICanCaRe has been specifically 3 a – Implementation of WHO FCTC- reduce tobacco use by 30% by 2030. Within this context, ICanCaRe highlighted their efforts in educating Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) to combat tobacco use and their campaign, #advisequittobacco.

ICanCaRe creates sustainable business practices, products, and services for Tobacco Cessation and Tobacco Control in line with WHO FCTC to meet SDG 3a.Empowerment through the Education of Health Care Professionals to skill up to be Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists to be able to provide the needed services to quit tobacco and bring down the mortality and morbidity due to tobacco and directly reduce NCDs, Tuberculosis, and Lung Health.

ICanCaRe also focuses on Sustainable Development Goal 5, which aims to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls. With the program of empowering women as TOBACCO MARSHALs, ICanCaRe’s involvement underscores their dedication to addressing the critical issue of tobacco use and its impact on public health.

ICanCaRe is a change maker as we assessed the skill gap and came up with the idea of transformation of health and well-being of people exposed to / and using all forms of tobacco by providing a solution through education of HCPs in tobacco cessation. The Digital ICanCaRe Tobacco Wellness app makes the business model sustainable with an ability to reach even the underserved community.

ICanCaRe is conscious of our role in SDG 8,10,11,14,15,16 and 17 which are indirectly related to health while we can positively impact SDG 1, 2, 4, 5, and 6 as we work specifically with SDG No 3a and 5. We at ICanCaRe aim to take all healthcare professionals into the ambit of Tobacco Cessation through Education and reach this service to every person in the country and not leave anyone
behind.

ICanCaRe’s #advisequittobacco campaign likely emphasizes the importance of advising and supporting individuals in their journey to quit tobacco. This campaign likely includes a multi-faceted approach, such as public awareness, educational materials, counseling support, and community engagement to encourage individuals to quit tobacco consumption.

Tobacco use is a pressing global health challenge, leading to numerous health issues and premature deaths. ICanCaRe’s mission likely involves creating awareness, providing education, and implementing strategies to help individuals quit tobacco use, thereby contributing to a healthier and more sustainable future.

Their participation at the summit demonstrates their commitment to aligning with Sustainable Development Goals and contributing to a more sustainable and equitable world, particularly concerning public health and gender-related aspects related to tobacco use. ICanCaRe’s efforts and contributions to the cause of tobacco cessation within the context of the summit and SDG 3 and 5 are well recognized.

ICanCaRe, an organization dedicated to Tobacco Cessation, is a supporting partner for the GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY ALLIANCE SUMMIT SDG 5th Edition. Dr. Pawan Gupta participated in the Summit.

Author – Dr. Reena R Kumar, Academic Director, ICanCaRe

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ICanCaRe Academy Awards Scholarships Valued at INR 1 Lakh to Winners of UPAOMSI – ICanCaRe Scholarship Quiz

*Aligarh, 24.9.2023* — ICanCaRe Academy, a leading institution for capacity building in tobacco cessation, recently organized the UPAOMSI – ICanCaRe Scholarship Quiz during the 8th UPAOMSI Annual Conference in Aligarh on 24th September 2023. The quiz, aimed at promoting awareness and education in the field of tobacco cessation, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of students.

In a generous gesture, ICanCaRe Academy awarded scholarships worth INR 1 lakh to the deserving winners of the quiz. These scholarships enable the winners to pursue the esteemed Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialist Course, which is accredited by Gujarat University and conducted by ICanCaRe. The initiative is a step towards enhancing knowledge and expertise in the domain of tobacco cessation.

ICanCaRe Academy, guided by its motto “EMPOWER, ENHANCE, and EARN,” is dedicated to opening new horizons for dental and medical students. The academy aims to ensure that the essential knowledge and skills required for effective tobacco cessation are made accessible to all tobacco users. By providing scholarships and promoting specialized courses, ICanCaRe Academy is actively contributing to the mission of reducing tobacco consumption and fostering a healthier society.

The scholarship recipients expressed their gratitude for the opportunity and affirmed their commitment to advancing their skills in tobacco cessation. They acknowledged the significance of such initiatives in creating a meaningful impact on public health.

ICanCaRe Academy continues to drive its mission of empowering professionals, enhancing awareness, and enabling individuals to earn valuable expertise in tobacco cessation, aiming for a tobacco-free world.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/icancare-academy-awards-scholarships-valued-inr-1-lakh-winners

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ICanCaRe अकादमी पुरस्कार में 1 लाख रुपये की छात्रवृत्ति प्रदान की| UPAOMSI – ICanCaRe छात्रवृत्ति प्रश्नोत्तरी, तंबाकू समाप्ति शिक्षा का मार्ग प्रशस्त करती है

*अलीगढ़, 24.9.2023* – तम्बाकू समाप्ति में क्षमता निर्माण के लिए एक अग्रणी संस्थान, ICanCaRe अकादमी ने हाल ही में 24 सितंबर 2023 को अलीगढ़ में 8वें UPAOMSI वार्षिक सम्मेलन के दौरान UPAOMSI – ICanCaRe छात्रवृत्ति प्रश्नोत्तरी का आयोजन किया। प्रश्नोत्तरी का उद्देश्य जागरूकता को बढ़ावा देना और तम्बाकू समाप्ति के क्षेत्र में शिक्षा में छात्रों की उत्साहपूर्ण भागीदारी देखी गई।

एक उदार भाव में, ICanCaRe अकादमी ने क्विज़ के योग्य विजेताओं को 1 लाख रुपये की छात्रवृत्ति प्रदान की। ये छात्रवृत्तियाँ विजेताओं को प्रतिष्ठित प्रमाणित तंबाकू समाप्ति विशेषज्ञ पाठ्यक्रम को आगे बढ़ाने में सक्षम बनाती हैं, जो गुजरात विश्वविद्यालय द्वारा मान्यता प्राप्त है और ICanCaRe द्वारा संचालित है। यह पहल तंबाकू समाप्ति के क्षेत्र में ज्ञान और विशेषज्ञता बढ़ाने की दिशा में एक कदम है।

ICanCaRe अकादमी, अपने आदर्श वाक्य “सशक्त करें, बढ़ाएं और कमाएं” द्वारा निर्देशित, दंत चिकित्सा और चिकित्सा छात्रों के लिए नए क्षितिज खोलने के लिए समर्पित है। अकादमी का लक्ष्य यह सुनिश्चित करना है कि प्रभावी तंबाकू समाप्ति के लिए आवश्यक आवश्यक ज्ञान और कौशल सभी तंबाकू उपयोगकर्ताओं के लिए सुलभ हो। छात्रवृत्ति प्रदान करके और विशेष पाठ्यक्रमों को बढ़ावा देकर, ICanCaRe अकादमी तंबाकू की खपत को कम करने और एक स्वस्थ समाज को बढ़ावा देने के मिशन में सक्रिय रूप से योगदान दे रही है।

छात्रवृत्ति प्राप्तकर्ताओं ने इस अवसर के लिए आभार व्यक्त किया और तंबाकू समाप्ति में अपने कौशल को आगे बढ़ाने के लिए अपनी प्रतिबद्धता की पुष्टि की। उन्होंने सार्वजनिक स्वास्थ्य पर सार्थक प्रभाव पैदा करने में ऐसी पहलों के महत्व को स्वीकार किया।

ICanCaRe अकादमी तम्बाकू मुक्त दुनिया के लक्ष्य के साथ पेशेवरों को सशक्त बनाने, जागरूकता बढ़ाने और व्यक्तियों को तम्बाकू समाप्ति में मूल्यवान विशेषज्ञता अर्जित करने में सक्षम बनाने के अपने मिशन को आगे बढ़ा रही है।

MEDIA COVERAGE:

UPAOMSI – ICanCaRe छात्रवृत्ति प्रश्नोत्तरी, तंबाकू समाप्ति शिक्षा का मार्ग करती है प्रशस्त https://www.vplnews.com/scholarship-of-rs-1-lakh-provided-at-icancare-academy-awards/

ALIGARH

ICanCaRe अकादमी पुरस्कार में 1 लाख रुपये की छात्रवृत्ति प्रदान की| UPAOMSI – ICanCaRe छात्रवृत्ति प्रश्नोत्तरी, तंबाकू समाप्ति शिक्षा का मार्ग प्रशस्त करती है

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UPAOMSI – ICanCaRe छात्रवृत्ति प्रश्नोत्तरी, तंबाकू समाप्ति शिक्षा का मार्ग करती है प्रशस्त https://www.vplnews.com/scholarship-of-rs-1-lakh-provided-at-icancare-academy-awards/