Helping veterans with HIV quit smoking
Official title: Improving the Reach and Effectiveness of Smoking Cessation Services Targeted to Veterans Living with HIV
Funded at Seattle Inst for Biomedical/clinical Res · NIH-10923803 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new program called WISH that helps veterans with HIV quit smoking and improve their overall health using friendly text and voice messages on their phones, making it easy and supportive for everyone, no matter where they are in their quitting journey.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Seattle Inst for Biomedical/clinical Res NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | September 19, 2019 |
| Project end | February 28, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $305,838 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CA243907-06 |
| Project ID | NIH-10923803 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are veterans who are living with HIV and currently smoke or are interested in quitting smoking.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not smoke or are not living with HIV may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a tailored smoking cessation program specifically for veterans living with HIV. The program, called WISH, utilizes mobile phone technology to deliver support through voice and text messages, making it accessible and engaging. It addresses not only smoking cessation but also other health behaviors that are important for overall wellness, such as treatment adherence and stress management. The approach is designed to motivate participants, regardless of their readiness to quit smoking, by enhancing their confidence and skills.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the health and quality of life for veterans living with HIV by helping them quit smoking.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using mobile technology for smoking cessation, particularly among specific populations, indicating that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
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Seattle Inst for Biomedical/clinical Res
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Crothers, Kristina Anne — Seattle Inst for Biomedical/clinical Res
- Study coordinator: Crothers, Kristina Anne
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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.