Call to quit: Results of a remote, longitudinal tobacco cessation program.

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Remote tobacco cessation counseling improves quitting rates in cancer patients, highlighting the need for better access.

Twenty-two percent of participants reported quitting smoking after enrolling, indicating the program's effectiveness.
Of 63 participants who completed the baseline assessment, the median daily cigarette consumption was reported at 11-15 cigarettes.
Most participants considered tobacco use an addiction, with many stating that quitting was extremely important to them.
Despite a high decline rate in participation, remote counseling appears to enhance access for patients affected by cancer.

Kaufman et al. (2025) studied this question.

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