How to keep tobacco cessation programs running at cancer centers
Sustainability of Tobacco Cessation Programs at NCI-Designated Cancer Centers
This study is looking at how to keep tobacco quitting programs going strong at cancer centers, so that cancer survivors can have better health outcomes, and it aims to find out what helps these programs succeed in the long run.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10879054 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to sustain tobacco cessation programs at cancer centers, which are crucial for improving health outcomes for cancer survivors. It focuses on understanding the factors that contribute to the long-term success of these programs, which are often not consistently integrated into cancer care despite their proven benefits. By analyzing data from various cancer centers, the research aims to develop a model that can be applied broadly to ensure these programs remain effective over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are cancer survivors who smoke and are seeking support to quit smoking.
Not a fit: Patients who have never smoked or are not interested in quitting smoking may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and sustainable tobacco cessation programs, ultimately improving survival rates and quality of life for cancer survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives have shown success in implementing tobacco cessation programs in cancer care, but this research aims to address the sustainability of such programs, which remains less explored.
Where this research is happening
Gainesville, United States
- University of Florida — Gainesville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Salloum, Ramzi George — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Salloum, Ramzi George
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.