Can cleaning the air at home ease COPD symptoms for smokers?

NCT ID NCT03658538

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study looked at whether using air cleaners and motivational counseling to reduce indoor pollution could help smokers with COPD. 144 participants were enrolled. The goal was to see if these changes improved quality of life and shortness of breath. The study focused on harm reduction rather than a cure.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Johns Hopkins Bayview Campus

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21224, United States

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