Improving smoking cessation rates among American Indians
Urban and Reservation Implementation of All Nations Breath of Life to Improve Smoking Cessation Rates among American Indians
This study is testing a special program called All Nations Breath of Life to help American Indian communities quit smoking in a way that honors their culture, using group sessions that have been shown to work better than regular methods.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lehigh University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bethlehem, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10570199 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing smoking cessation rates within American Indian communities by implementing a culturally tailored program called All Nations Breath of Life. The program respects the cultural significance of tobacco while promoting healthier practices. Researchers are utilizing community-based participatory research to engage with these communities and adapt the cessation strategies to fit their unique needs. The approach includes in-person group sessions that have shown promising quit rates compared to standard methods.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are American Indian individuals who smoke and are seeking to quit.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as American Indian or who are not interested in smoking cessation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce smoking rates and improve overall health outcomes for American Indians.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with culturally tailored smoking cessation programs in similar populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Bethlehem, United States
- Lehigh University — Bethlehem, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Choi, Won S — Lehigh University
- Study coordinator: Choi, Won S
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.