New trial aims to help homeless smokers kick the habit for good

NCT ID NCT07148232

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

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 day. The main goals are to see if participants stick with the program and if they can stay smoke-free for 6 months.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Nicotine replacement therapy (patch, gum, or lozenge) and wellness coaching

What this could lead to

If successful, this could provide an effective, scalable way to help people experiencing homelessness quit smoking and improve their health.

What could go wrong

This is a relatively small trial (150 people) focused on feasibility and short-term abstinence. Long-term success and broader applicability are uncertain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

nicotine dependence Tobacco Use Tobacco Use Cessation

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of California, San Francisco

    RECRUITING

    San Francisco, California, 94143, United States

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