New program aims to help HIV patients kick the habit while in hospital

NCT ID NCT04566159

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This pilot study tested a program for hospitalized people with HIV who smoke. Participants received two computer counseling sessions, nicotine replacement therapy, and follow-up support from a community health worker for up to 8 weeks. The goal was to see if this approach is feasible and acceptable, and whether it helps people feel ready to quit and use smoking cessation therapies.

What this could mean

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Active substance: behavioral intervention (computer counseling + nicotine replacement therapy + community health worker support)
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could provide a practical way to help people with HIV quit smoking, improving their overall health.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study with only 22 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention may not be more effective than standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Tobacco Smoking

As listed by the trial registrant

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

TOBACCO SMOKING

Contacts and locations

Locations

Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States

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