Examining how rural living and tobacco use affect COPD outcomes
Rurality, tobacco use, and COPD: an analysis of two national datasets
This study looks at how living in rural versus urban areas affects the health of people with COPD, especially focusing on their beliefs about tobacco and e-cigarettes, to find ways to help improve their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lebanon, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10491256 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the health outcomes of individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) living in rural areas compared to those in urban settings. It aims to understand the motivations and beliefs that influence tobacco use, particularly focusing on newer products like e-cigarettes. By analyzing national datasets, the study seeks to quantify how perceptions of tobacco risk and benefit vary geographically and how these perceptions impact COPD outcomes. The ultimate goal is to identify factors that could be targeted for interventions to improve health in rural populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with COPD who reside in rural areas of the United States.
Not a fit: Patients living in urban areas or those without a diagnosis of COPD may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to tailored interventions that improve COPD outcomes for patients living in rural areas.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that geographic factors significantly influence health outcomes, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Lebanon, United States
- Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic — Lebanon, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Paulin, Laura Marie — Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic
- Study coordinator: Paulin, Laura Marie
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.