TOBACCO USE CESSATION

This study explores how to best help cancer patients, survivors, and their caregivers quit tobacco. Participants can choose between group or one-on-one counseling sessions. The goal is to see if this program is practical and well-received, paving the way for better tobacco cessat…

This study compares three mobile health methods to help underserved primary care patients stop smoking: two smartphone apps (iCanQuit and iCanQuit+Motiv8) and the Florida quit line. Over 1,300 participants will be followed to see which approach leads to more people quitting, meas…

This study tests whether varenicline (Chantix), a drug already used to help people quit smoking, can also help them reduce cannabis use. Two hundred adults in South Carolina who smoke cigarettes and use cannabis will receive either varenicline or a placebo, plus counseling. The g…

This study tests whether nicotine replacement therapy (patches, gum, or lozenges) plus wellness coaching over the phone can help people experiencing homelessness quit smoking. Researchers will enroll 150 adults in San Francisco and Los Angeles who smoke at least 5 cigarettes a da…

This study tests a smoking cessation program in the construction industry, where safety managers are trained to help workers quit smoking. About 608 construction workers will receive nicotine gum and access to a telephone quit-line. The goal is to find the most effective and cost…

This study compares two ways to help people stop smoking and lower their cancer risk. About 5,000 adults who smoke and visit a participating clinic will be assigned to either a program that uses personalized reminders and support (ELEVATE-S) or standard quit-focused care (ELEVATE…

This study tests a new program where community health workers provide extra support to pregnant women who smoke. The goal is to help them quit smoking during pregnancy. About 105 women in San Bernardino County will take part and receive coaching to stop tobacco use.

This study tests whether a daily oral dose of cannabidiol (CBD) can help people stop smoking tobacco. Fifty adults who smoke more than 10 cigarettes a day and want to quit will take CBD during several practice quit attempts. The goal is to see if CBD increases short-term abstinen…

This study looks at whether a trauma-informed approach can improve smoking cessation support for pregnant women, especially those from racial and ethnic minority groups. Researchers will interview clinicians and pregnant women to understand their needs and experiences. The goal i…