Improving smoking cessation support for low-income adults
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This study is looking to help adults who are struggling to quit smoking, especially those from low-income backgrounds, by making it easier for doctors at community health centers to connect them with support services that can help them quit.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon Health & Science University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11014939 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance smoking cessation services for socioeconomically disadvantaged adults by integrating Quitline referrals into community health centers. It focuses on using electronic health records to streamline the referral process, making it easier for healthcare providers to connect patients with cessation resources. The study will assess the effectiveness of this approach in reaching underserved populations who are less likely to receive smoking cessation assistance. By addressing the barriers these groups face, the research seeks to improve access to evidence-based interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are socioeconomically disadvantaged and seeking help to quit smoking.
Not a fit: Patients who are not interested in quitting smoking or who do not meet the age and socioeconomic criteria may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase smoking cessation rates among low-income adults, leading to improved health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that integrating referral systems into healthcare settings can improve access to cessation services, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Portland, United States
- Oregon Health & Science University — Portland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bailey, Steffani R — Oregon Health & Science University
- Study coordinator: Bailey, Steffani R
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.