SMOKING BEHAVIORS

This study tests whether taking omega-3 fatty acids (fish oil) plus low-dose aspirin can improve gum disease treatment in smokers with advanced periodontitis. Participants receive these supplements or a placebo alongside standard deep-cleaning procedures. The trial measures chang…

This study combines two proven programs to help families involved with child protective services make their homes smoke-free. About 268 mothers will receive training on parenting and reducing secondhand smoke. The goal is to lower children's exposure to tobacco smoke and improve …

This study tests whether e-cigarettes or nicotine pouches help adult smokers reduce their cigarette use. 256 participants who smoke will be given one of these products for 4 weeks, with different flavors and nicotine levels. Researchers will track how many cigarettes they smoke a…

This study tests whether changing treatment can help smokers who relapse early after trying to quit. 544 participants who want to quit smoking will receive free nicotine patches, lozenges, varenicline, or e-cigarettes for 12 weeks. All visits are remote, and the study lasts 6 mon…

This study tests whether paramedics in rural areas can help smokers who aren't ready to quit by offering a text-based program called Take a Break, along with nicotine lozenges. The program includes a two-week smoke-free challenge and coaching calls. Researchers will track how man…

This study tests whether tirzepatide, a drug used for diabetes and weight loss, can help people with overweight or obesity quit smoking. 300 smokers will receive either the drug or a placebo, plus nicotine patches, for 16 weeks. The goal is to see if the drug improves quit rates …

This study compares two mobile health apps designed to help people who are ambivalent about quitting smoking. Both apps provide standard advice, but one includes extra content tailored for those not ready to quit. Researchers will track whether participants request free nicotine …

This study tests a program designed specifically for Chinese and Korean American smokers who are at high risk for lung cancer. The program includes counseling sessions, family coaching, nicotine replacement therapy (like patches or gum), and information about lung cancer screenin…

This study looks at how daily smokers in Western New York react to advertisements that describe smokeless tobacco products as having lower health risks than cigarettes. Participants will watch ads and share their opinions, including how likely they would be to buy the product. Th…

This study looks at how nicotine pouches affect the body and cravings in adult smokers. About 55 healthy smokers will try nine different nicotine pouches, cigarettes, nicotine gum, and a comparator pouch. Researchers will measure nicotine levels in the blood, heart rate, blood pr…

This study enrolls 25 smokers who have a suspicious lung nodule and need a biopsy or bronchoscopy. At their first visit, doctors strongly advise quitting and offer support like counseling and a free program. The study tracks how many patients successfully quit over 3 months, usin…

This study enrolls 40 healthy smokers to compare how addictive five new oral nicotine products are compared to their usual cigarettes and Nicorette gum. Participants will use each product in a clinic setting, and researchers will measure their feelings of liking and nicotine leve…

This pilot study at Memorial Sloan Kettering tests whether giving cancer patients an indoor air quality monitor helps them maintain a smoke-free home. Ten participants who smoke and are in a tobacco treatment program will use the monitor for about 60 days. Researchers will see if…

This study tests whether a short educational video can encourage Hispanic current and former smokers to get screened for lung cancer. Researchers will enroll 2,000 people aged 50-80 who smoke or quit recently. Participants watch the video and answer surveys to identify barriers a…