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Topics will include smoking-related diseases, nicotine dependence, tobacco cessation, behavioral interventions, pharmacological treatment, and patient counseling. Discussions may also cover electronic cigarettes and emerging nicotine products, cardiovascular and respiratory effects of tobacco exposure, harm-reduction approaches, prevention strategies, and contemporary evidence in tobacco and nicotine health.
The EXPERT ROUNDTABLE: Smoking, Nicotine and Health brings together healthcare professionals and experts to examine the health effects of smoking and nicotine exposure and discuss contemporary approaches to tobacco and nicotine-related health concerns. The roundtable will explore the relationship between tobacco use, nicotine dependence, chronic disease, and long-term health outcomes. Discussions will address the clinical impact of smoking on respiratory, cardiovascular, and other organ systems, as well as the challenges associated with nicotine dependence and cessation. Participants will review evidence-based approaches to smoking cessation, including behavioral interventions, pharmacological support, patient counseling, and strategies for reducing tobacco-related harm. The program will also consider emerging nicotine products and their potential health implications, including electronic cigarettes and other alternative nicotine delivery systems. Through expert-led discussions and case-based perspectives, participants will have opportunities to examine current evidence, clinical challenges, and practical approaches to supporting patients who use tobacco or nicotine products. The roundtable aims to promote multidisciplinary dialogue and strengthen healthcare professionals’ understanding of tobacco and nicotine-related prevention, treatment, and patient care.
Understanding the neurological pathways and receptor interactions that drive addiction.
Exploring the psychological triggers, habit formation, and behavioral dependencies associated with tobacco use.
Reviewing the long-term effects of combustible tobacco on heart and lung health.
Differentiating the specific health risks of isolated nicotine exposure versus the inhalation of combustible tobacco smoke.
Assessing current medications and Nicotine Replacement Therapies (NRTs) for effective quitting.
Evaluating the efficacy, safety, and risks of e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products as harm reduction tools.
Analyzing global and regional policies on tobacco control and alternative nicotine products.
Developing and implementing strategies for reducing smoking prevalence in diverse populations.
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