Smoking cessation, Smoking Cessation FAQ

Find Smoking Cessation Programs in Taipei's Xinyi District

Taipei Smoking Cessation Program Hello~~ I want to help my friend quit smoking, but I'm not sure where to find resources. Could you please provide information on smoking cessation clinics in the Xinyi District of Taipei? Specifically, their hours, phone numbers, costs, and w...

Dr. Li Jiawen Reply:
Hello: (960919) 1. I'm not sure where to find smoking cessation classes in the Xinyi District of Taipei, but you can inquire at: 0800636363. 2. I'm not very clear about the content of the smoking cessation classes at clinics, but I have attended a smoking cessation prog...

Where to Find Smoking Cessation Clinics in Tainan City?

What smoking cessation clinics are available in Tainan City and County? I've heard many people talk about smoking cessation clinics, but I have no idea where to find one. Are there any out-of-pocket expenses involved?

Dr. Lin Shunfa Reply:
In Tainan County and Tainan City, there are over 100 hospitals or clinics that offer smoking cessation services. Here are a few for reference: In Tainan County, there are: Chi Mei Medical Center, Xinying Hospital of the Department of Health, Tainan County Jiangjun Health Center, ...

Where to Download Smoking Cessation Educational Videos in Taiwan

excuse me? Please let me know where I can download the current domestic smoking harm prevention promotional videos for educational purposes. Thank you.

Dr. Li Jiawen Reply:
Hello: Please visit this website: http://www.bhp.doh.gov.tw or go to the website of the Outpatient Smoking Cessation Treatment Management Center to find the [Anti-Smoking Video Gallery] in the Health 99 Health Education Resource Network's Tobacco Control section. Thank you, ...

Helping Your Partner Quit Smoking: Understanding Resistance and Strategies

Smoking cessation I want to help my husband quit smoking, but he doesn't want to quit and is not willing to try. Generally, people want to quit but can't. I would like to ask: 1. Why do some people not want to quit smoking? 2. Are there any methods to make him subconsci...

Dr. Xiao Ruihui Reply:
Smokers need motivation to quit smoking. To cross this threshold, support and love from family are essential for a happy and fulfilling life. Please visit our Family Medicine Department for information regarding smoking cessation. Thank you!

Effective Exercise Strategies to Support Smoking Cessation

Smoking cessation exercise... what types of exercises should be used? How can a physician help individuals in recovery through exercise? If exercise is to be utilized, what types of activities should be engaged in, and how should the frequency and intensity of the workouts be all...

Dr. Lin Cangyao Reply:
You can choose a type of exercise that suits you or that you enjoy. It doesn't have to be intense, but it should be a relaxing activity, such as brisk walking or jogging. Aim for 3-4 times a week, with each session lasting 30 minutes.

Can I Transfer My Relative's Smoking Cessation Treatment to Another Hospital?

Can drug rehabilitation be referred to another facility? Dear Dr. Lin, I have a relative who is currently undergoing drug rehabilitation at Taoyuan Veterans General Hospital. Since they have moved back to Miaoli, can they transfer to Miaoli Hospital to continue their treatment? P...

Dr. Lin Cangyao Reply:
In-hospital detoxification is a medical procedure, and the patient's consent is the primary consideration. As long as there is a suitable facility, you may request a transfer to another hospital.

Why Does My Boyfriend Have a Runny Nose and Cough After Quitting Smoking?

After my boyfriend quit smoking~~~~~ Why has my boyfriend been experiencing a runny nose and coughing since he quit smoking?

Dr. Cai Fushun Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, long-term smokers may experience various symptoms when attempting to quit smoking due to the effects of nicotine, the primary component of cigarettes. These symptoms can include anxiety, sleep disturbances, increased appetite, weight gain, and...

Understanding Smoking Cessation: Patches, Success Indicators, and Clinics in Taichung

Smoking cessation I want to quit smoking. Should I keep the nicotine patch on all the time? When will I know if I have successfully quit smoking? I live in Fengyuan, Taichung. If I want to seek help at a clinic, which hospitals offer this service? Thank you!

Dr. Lin Cangyao Reply:
Hello, during the treatment period (approximately 2-3 months), the patch should generally be worn all day. You can seek assistance at the Fengyuan Hospital.

Does Quitting Smoking Worsen Depression and Insomnia Symptoms?

Does the smoking cessation period exacerbate symptoms of depression and insomnia? I have been smoking for over 20 years and have always wanted to quit. I previously received outpatient treatment in the UK, using nicotine lozenges and patches (I forgot the name), but I was still u...

Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Lingling: First of all, congratulations on focusing on your physical and mental health by attempting to quit smoking. Based on your smoking history, it is likely that your nicotine dependence is significant. If willpower alone is not sufficient, you may consider using nicotine re...

Managing Weight Gain After Quitting Smoking: Tips and Insights

Weight Gain After Smoking Cessation Hello Doctor, I would like to ask if gaining weight after quitting smoking will continue indefinitely or if it will eventually stabilize. I started my smoking cessation journey in early April, and now it's mid-July, and I have successfully...

Dr. Li Jiawen Reply:
When quitting smoking, it's important to also focus on weight loss by following the 333 principle: exercise three times a week, with each session lasting 30 minutes at a slightly elevated heart rate. After gradually adapting, you may adjust to a heart rate of 130 beats per m...

Where to Find the Nearest Smoking Cessation Clinic in Miaoli?

excuse me? Could you please tell me where the nearest smoking cessation clinic is located in the Miaoli area?

Dr. Lin Cangyao Reply:
Hello Micheal, you can seek assistance from Lin Tsang-Yao at the Miaoli Hospital.

Struggling to Quit Smoking: Seeking Support and Alternatives in Taiwan

I want to quit smoking..? I have been smoking for over nine years. At first, I smoked very little, but gradually I increased my intake. There was a time when I smoked more than two packs a day. I have tried to quit many times but have been unsuccessful. When I don't smoke, I...

Dr. Xiao Ruihui Reply:
Hello Ming: You can seek treatment at a smoking cessation clinic. Nicotine patches should be applied once a day and must contain nicotine to be effective. Therefore, please visit a hospital's smoking cessation clinic. You can find relevant smoking cessation hospitals or clin...

Effective Strategies to Quit Smoking and Overcome Cravings

Smoking cessation How can I quit smoking? It’s really painful not to smoke... What should I do? I started smoking at the age of 14... Will it be very difficult or painful to quit? I’ve always wanted to quit, but I can’t help but pick up a cigarette... What’s the best way to quit?...

Dr. Chen Ruiqing Reply:
Hello: You may have a nicotine addiction that makes it difficult to quit. Relying solely on willpower can lead to anxiety and make the process of quitting feel very painful. Therefore, I recommend that you seek treatment at a smoking cessation clinic in a hospital, which can make...

How to Support Your Partner in Quitting Smoking: Tips and Resources

I want to help him quit smoking? Hello: My boyfriend has been smoking for about six years. He once promised me that he would quit smoking! However, I have caught him several times, and he hasn't actually quit. Once, he promised me that he really wanted to quit smoking, and i...

Dr. Chen Ruiqing Reply:
There are two methods for individuals with a smoking addiction to quit smoking: the first is willpower, and the second is seeking help from a physician. If relying on willpower is unsuccessful, then visiting a smoking cessation clinic at a hospital can certainly assist them in qu...

Finding Nicotine Inhalers for Smoking Cessation: A Guide

Nicotine inhaler Hello Dr. Huang, I have quit smoking many times before, and a few years ago, I had my longest quit period using a nicotine inhaler, which I saw is also mentioned on your website. I am looking to quit smoking again recently, but I have been unable to find the inha...

Dr. Huang Mingde Reply:
Currently, there are no such inhalers available. We apologize for the inconvenience.

How to Regain Lung Capacity After Quitting Smoking: Tips and Exercises

Regretting smoking... Help me...!!! I have already quit... but..? Although I smoked before I turned 18, I have already quit. However, I still feel a lot of resentment about it. I want to regain my lung capacity, as I’ve heard that smoking can reduce it. During middle school, most...

Dr. Tang Xinbei Reply:
Dear Ade, I’m glad to hear that you have quit smoking! It seems that you are looking forward to restoring your body to the condition it was in before you started smoking, especially regarding your lung capacity, and you may feel regret about having smoked. While I am not a pulmo...

Understanding Coughing After Quitting Smoking: Is It Withdrawal?

It seems that no one has mentioned severe coughing..? Hello Doctor, my first serious cough occurred during military training when I couldn't smoke. The military doctor mentioned it might be a withdrawal symptom. Later, it disappeared as I continued to smoke. However, now tha...

Dr. Tang Xinbei Reply:
Dear Xia, It seems that you have made the decision to quit smoking, but you are experiencing an inexplicable "severe cough" and are confused because you cannot find a clear cause or a way to improve it. From my understanding, currently, there is no mention of "sev...

Where to Find Smoking Cessation Clinics and Free Resources in Taiwan

Could you please provide more context or details about "省花戒煙門診"? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask which department I should register for the smoking cessation clinic... and what are the hours...? Additionally, a friend mentioned that at the National Defense Medical Ce...

Dr. Chen Ruiqing Reply:
Hello, those with inquiries: Please register for the smoking cessation clinic at Hualien Hospital under the Internal Medicine Department, Room 6. The clinic hours are Monday and Wednesday mornings, and Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Nicotine gum is provided free of charge durin...

Understanding Nicotine Gum: Benefits, Flavors, and Availability

Regarding nicotine gum? Hello! I would like to know what nicotine gum is. My friend mentioned that it contains nicotine. What does it taste like? Does it have a smoky flavor or is it sweet like regular gum? How does it differ from the gum sold in stores? Does using nicotine gum o...

Dr. Tang Xinbei Reply:
Dear friend: The so-called "nicotine gum" refers to chewing tablets that contain nicotine, primarily used to replace the nicotine intake from smoking, in order to alleviate withdrawal symptoms and cravings experienced by smokers during cessation, thus helping them achie...

Effective Strategies to Quit Smoking After Multiple Attempts

Smoking cessation I want to quit smoking, but I have failed five times. Sigh! How can I quit? I've tried drinking ice water and deep breathing, but nothing seems to work. Are there any other methods? Please help me, thank you!

Dr. Tang Xinbei Reply:
Dear A-Jun, I am glad to hear that you have decided to quit smoking! It seems that you feel frustrated and disappointed with your five unsuccessful attempts. Quitting smoking is not an easy task; the biggest challenges are the numerous temptations in the environment, the easy ac...

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