Helping people with HIV in Botswana quit smoking
Botswana Smoking Abstinence Reinforcement Trial (BSMART)
This study is looking at how a smoking cessation program can help people living with HIV in Botswana quit smoking, making it easier for them to improve their health and well-being with support from local health workers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Maryland Baltimore NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10909079 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the integration of a smoking cessation program into HIV care for individuals living with HIV/AIDS in Botswana. It aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) approach, which is designed to help patients quit smoking and reduce their risk of cancer and other health issues. The study will involve collaboration with local health workers and clinics to ensure that the intervention is accessible and effective in a real-world setting. By addressing tobacco use among this population, the research seeks to improve overall health outcomes and quality of life for patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV/AIDS in Botswana who smoke and are seeking assistance to quit.
Not a fit: Patients who do not smoke or are not living with HIV/AIDS may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce smoking rates among people living with HIV, leading to improved health outcomes and reduced cancer risk.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that integrating smoking cessation interventions into HIV care can be effective, suggesting that this approach has the potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- University of Maryland Baltimore — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Charurat, Manhattan E — University of Maryland Baltimore
- Study coordinator: Charurat, Manhattan E
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.