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Making Sense of Implementation Theories, Models and Frameworks
Publication Year: 2015

This article introduces a taxonomy to improve implementation science by classifying theories, models, and frameworks for translating research into practice.
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The Effectiveness of Training Strategies to Improve Healthcare Provider Practices in Low-Income and Middle-Income Countries
Publication Year: 2021

This study identifies effective training strategies to improve healthcare provider practices in low- and middle-income countries.
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Debunking: A Meta-Analysis of the Psychological Efficacy of Messages Countering Misinformation
Publication Year: 2017

This meta-analysis examines the effectiveness of debunking misinformation, showing detailed corrections improve efficacy but can also reinforce persistence of misinformation under certain conditions.
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Smoking cessation: health system challenges and opportunities
Publication Year: 2022

Integrating smoking cessation into clinical care is vital but requires systemic reforms and clinician advocacy.
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Getting the Word Out: New Approaches for Disseminating Public Health Science
Publication Year: 2018

This article highlights strategies to effectively share public health research, bridging the gap between discovery and practical application.
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Tackling Smoker Misperceptions about
E-cigarettes Using Expert Videos
Publication Year: 2021

Expert videos improved smokers' e-cigarette safety perceptions and interest in quitting.
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Effect of nicotine corrective messaging on nicotine-related beliefs in US adults: a randomised controlled trial
Publication Year: 2023

Repeated nicotine messaging reduced false beliefs but had minimal impact on behavior.
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Risk Perceptions of Low Nicotine Cigarettes and Alternative Nicotine Products across Priority Smoking Populations
Publication Year: 2021

Many U.S. smokers misunderstand nicotine risks, including low-nicotine cigarettes and alternatives, with disparities across demographic groups.
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The Biggest Hurdle to Overcome the Smoking Epidemic? Misinformation
Publication Year: 2024

Sponsored by Global Action to End Smoking, Clifford E. Douglas urges correcting nicotine misinformation to aid smoking cessation.
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The Effect of Conflicting Public Health Guidance on Smokers’ and Vapers’ E-cigarette Harm Perceptions
Publication Year: 2022

Conflicting messages raise e-cigarette harm misperceptions; harm reduction messages counteract them best.
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Development and use of a toolkit to facilitate implementation of an evidence-based intervention: a descriptive case study
Publication Year: 2020

This study details creating a toolkit to implement evidence-based SBIRT for substance use disorders in hospitals, improving adoption and practice outcomes.
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Using Social Marketing to Promote COVID-19 Vaccination Uptake: A Case Study from the “AUBe Vaccinated” Campaign
Publication Year: 2023

The "AUBe Vaccinated" campaign achieved a 98% COVID-19 vaccination rate at AUB by addressing hesitancy and improving access through targeted social marketing and community engagement.
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mHealth to improve implementation of TB contact investigation: a case study from Uganda
Publication Year: 2023

A Uganda study on mHealth for TB contact investigation found no significant impact but identified key implementation challenges.
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Individual behavioural counselling for smoking cessation
Publication Year: 2017

This study details creating a toolkit to implement evidence-based SBIRT for substance use disorders in hospitals, improving adoption and practice outcomes.
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Electronic cigarettes for smoking cessation
Publication Year: 2024

Nicotine e-cigarettes are more effective than nicotine replacement therapy and non-nicotine e-cigarettes in helping people quit smoking, with similar rates of minor side effects.
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Nicotine replacement therapy versus control for smoking cessation
Publication Year: 2018

Nicotine replacement therapy increases quit rates by 50–60% compared to placebo or no treatment, regardless of support intensity.
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Effectiveness of Very Brief Advice on Tobacco Cessation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Publication Year: 2024

Very brief advice (VBA) on smoking cessation, lasting three minutes or less, effectively increases long-term tobacco abstinence, supporting its use in clinical practice.
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Tobacco Smoking Cessation and Quitline Use Among Adults Aged ≥15 Years in 31 Countries: Findings From the Global Adult Tobacco Survey
Publication Year: 2021

Most adults in 31 countries quit smoking without assistance, with minimal use of quitlines, underscoring the need for better cessation support.
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Making Health Communication Programs Work (Pink Book)
Publication Year: 2004

A practical approach for planning and implementing health communication efforts
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Best Practices User Guide: Health Communications in Tobacco Prevention and Control
Publication Year: 2018

Set of user guides for CDC's Best Practices for Comprehensive Tobacco Control Programs
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Theory at a Glance: A Guide for Health Promotion Practice
Publication Year: 2005

How to apply health behavior change theory to programs
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Vaccine Misinformation Management Field Guide
Publication Year: 2020

Example guidance for countering misinformation through strategic plans for vaccine uptake
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Introduction to Program Evaluation for Public Health Programs: A Self-Study Guide
Publication Year: 2011

A “how to” guide for public health program evaluation
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Strategies for Improving Public Understanding of FDA-Regulated Products
Publication Year: 2023

Describes effective tactics to address misinformation such as “prebunking"
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