Reducing Smoking Among Oregonians with Asthma
Author Information
Author(s): Rebanal R. David, Leman Richard
Primary Institution: Oregon Health Services, Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Program
Hypothesis
Can collaboration between chronic disease programs and Medicaid effectively decrease smoking among Medicaid-insured Oregonians with asthma?
Conclusion
The collaboration between Oregon's chronic disease programs and Medicaid has significantly improved smoking cessation efforts among Oregonians with asthma.
Supporting Evidence
- Approximately 31% of Oregon adults with asthma smoke cigarettes, which is significantly higher than the general population.
- Collaboration led to the implementation of a tobacco-cessation program by all Medicaid health plans in Oregon.
- 80% of Oregon Medicaid plans have implemented tobacco-related policy and planning as a result of the partnership.
Takeaway
This study shows that when health programs work together, they can help people with asthma stop smoking and stay healthier.
Methodology
The study involved a partnership between two state agencies and 14 health plans to promote smoking cessation and reduce exposure to tobacco smoke among Medicaid-insured individuals with asthma.
Participant Demographics
The study focused on Medicaid-insured Oregonians with asthma, including both adults and children.
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