Creating a prevention program for vaping among rural Hawaiian youth
The Development and Evaluation of a Culturally Grounded ENDS Intervention for Rural Hawaiian Youth
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA · NIH-10879089
This study is looking to create a helpful program to stop young people in rural Hawaii from using vaping devices by talking to them about their experiences and what makes them want to vape, so we can find the best ways to support them in staying vape-free.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (HONOLULU, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10879089 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop and evaluate a culturally relevant intervention to prevent the use of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) among rural Hawaiian youth. The project will involve conducting focus groups with youth to understand the factors contributing to ENDS use, followed by surveys to identify specific situations that increase the risk of vaping. The intervention will be tailored to address the unique cultural and environmental context of Native Hawaiian youth, with the goal of reducing vaping rates in this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are middle school youth in rural Hawaii, particularly those of Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander ancestry.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in middle school or do not reside in rural Hawaiian communities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the prevalence of vaping among rural Hawaiian youth, leading to improved health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been successful interventions for tobacco use prevention, this specific culturally grounded approach for ENDS among rural Hawaiian youth is novel.
Where this research is happening
HONOLULU, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA — HONOLULU, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: OKAMOTO, SCOTT KIYOSHI — UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA
- Study coordinator: OKAMOTO, SCOTT KIYOSHI
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.