Assessing the impact of tobacco on health in the population
POPULATION ASSESSMENT OF TOBACCO AND HEALTH (PATH) STUDY PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 02/01/2024 - 01/31/2029
This study looks at how smoking affects health in different groups of people over five years, and it hopes to find helpful information that can lead to better health programs and policies for everyone who uses tobacco.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Westat, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11220649 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effects of tobacco use on health across different populations. It aims to gather comprehensive data on tobacco consumption patterns and their health implications over a five-year period. By analyzing this data, the research seeks to identify trends and inform public health strategies. Patients may benefit from insights that could lead to improved health interventions and policies regarding tobacco use.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who use tobacco or are affected by tobacco-related health conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use tobacco and are not impacted by tobacco-related health issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and strategies to reduce tobacco-related health issues.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding tobacco's impact on health, indicating that this approach is built on established methodologies.
Where this research is happening
Rockville, United States
- Westat, INC. — Rockville, United States (Active)
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.