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Gambling and Smoking Webinar

Written by Lesley Copeland | Sep 20, 2019 7:16:28 PM

Nearly 1 million Californians experience problems related to gambling, which includes health issues like stress, depression, and anxiety. Smoking contributes to these problems.

Join us on Wed, Oct 2nd from 11-11:30 am (PST) and hear from Cyndi M. Maivia, Chief, Office of Problem Gambling, about how health care professionals can address this growing health concern.

Key Learning Takeaways

  • How problem gambling disorder affects overall health
  • Link between smoking and gambling disorder
  • Prevention and treatment of gambling disorder
  • Tools to assess the risk of gambling disorder and tips to promote a healthier environment

The California Smokers’ Helpline has several courses available on cessation-related topics. Check here to learn more: https://www.nobutts.org/online-training