Tobacco Cessation Workshop to Begin in January at Carthage Area Hospital
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Those looking to quit smoking can take advantage of Carthage Area Hospital’s new Tobacco Cessation Workshop that will be held monthly at their main campus, 1001 West St. Classes will be led by Clinical Pharmacist, Dr. Christopher Bradley, PharmD, RPh, MBA and held on the second Wednesday of each month from 5pm-7pm starting January 2020. All workshops are free and open to the public.
Each workshop will cover an array of information and education, while offering personalized support to help those struggling to quit. Participants will also learn about the latest tobacco cessation products.
Dr. Christopher Bradley is the Clinical Pharmacist at Carthage Area Hospital. A Watertown native, he graduated with a Doctor of Pharmacy from Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in 2010 and earned a MBA from Endicott College, Beverly, Mass., in 2012. While a pharmacy student, he trained extensively at Albany Medical Center in various units. He joined Carthage Area Hospital in 2015 and specializes in antibiotic therapy, medication reconciliation, provider/patient education and new treatment guidelines.
“Smoking has been proven to be the leading cause of preventable death around the globe. In the United States, almost half a million people die annually from tobacco use. I would encourage anyone thinking of quitting smoking to attend our workshops. I will work with you and your doctor to create a personalized quit plan so you can finally kick the habit,” said Bradley.
Participants can register by phone at 315-519-5540, email cbradley@cahny.org or online at www.carthagehospital.com/quittobacco.
