Group therapy shows promise for HIV smokers trying to quit

NCT ID NCT02072772

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 17, 2026 · Updated 33 times

Summary

This study tested a group therapy program called Positively Smoke Free for HIV-positive smokers who wanted to quit. Researchers compared it to standard care to see if it helped more people stop smoking for at least 6 months. The study involved 450 participants from two medical centers.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Georgetown University Medical Center

    Washington D.C., District of Columbia, 20007, United States

  • Montefiore Medical Center

    The Bronx, New York, 10804, United States

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