Veterans get a buddy to kick the habit in new study
NCT ID NCT05868421
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is for Veterans who smoke and want to quit. Each Veteran picks a friend or family member to support them during the quitting process. Researchers will track whether this support helps Veterans use proven treatments like medication or counseling. The goal is to find better ways to help Veterans stop smoking for good.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Minneapolis VA Health Care System, Minneapolis, MN
RECRUITINGMinneapolis, Minnesota, 55417-2309, United States
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