New program aims to help HIV patients kick the habit while in hospital
NCT ID NCT04566159
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 27 times
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.
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States
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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