September 26th 2024.
On Tuesday, in the bustling city of Bhubaneswar, the Union Health and Family Welfare Minister, Jagat Prakash Nadda, took a virtual step towards a tobacco-free society. Along with Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Prataprao Jadhav, they inaugurated the Tobacco Cessation Centre at AIIMS Bhubaneswar. This momentous event aligns with the launch of the Tobacco Free Youth Campaign 2.0, which aims to educate and encourage the youth of India to quit tobacco for good.
During the 60-day campaign, Minister Nadda expressed his dedication to public health, under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The executive director of the institute, Ashutosh Biswas, applauded the Department of Psychiatry for spearheading this crucial initiative. He also emphasized the importance of expanding these services in collaboration with other departments to provide a holistic approach to patient care. Biswas suggested launching patient awareness campaigns to enhance the effectiveness of the Tobacco Cessation Centre services.
The head of the Department of Psychiatry, Biswa Ranjan Mishra, reiterated the significance of a multidisciplinary approach towards tobacco cessation. He stressed that the centre would offer a comprehensive treatment plan, combining both medication and psychological support to help patients overcome their addiction. The Tobacco Cessation Centre will be fully functional and managed by trained psychiatrists, providing specialized treatments for both smoked and chewable forms of tobacco. According to institute officials, this one-stop centre aims to provide multidisciplinary care and support for individuals looking to quit tobacco. By using a combination of medication, counselling, and psychosocial interventions, the centre strives to help users break free from their addiction and pave the way towards a healthier, tobacco-free future.
It's no secret that tobacco, in both smoked and chewable forms, remains a leading cause of preventable illness and death worldwide. The launch of the Tobacco Cessation Centre offers individuals struggling with tobacco dependence access to expert care and guidance. It serves as a beacon of hope for those seeking to quit tobacco and live a healthier life.
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