Improving smoking cessation support for patients in community health centers
Mi QUIT CARE (Mile Square QUIT Community-Access-Referral-Expansion)
This study is looking at how we can help people quit smoking by using online tools in community health centers, especially for those who might face extra challenges, and it wants to learn more about what people know and feel about quitting, so we can make it easier for everyone to get the support they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Illinois at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10915558 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to enhance smoking cessation efforts through electronic interventions delivered via patient portals in community health settings. It focuses on understanding the impact of tobacco use on lung health disparities, particularly among economically disadvantaged populations. The study aims to evaluate patients' knowledge and attitudes towards quitting smoking, as well as barriers to accessing support services. By engaging the community and improving access to quitline resources, the research seeks to increase patient participation in smoking cessation programs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults living in economically disadvantaged areas who smoke and are seeking support to quit.
Not a fit: Patients who do not smoke or are not interested in quitting smoking may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve smoking cessation rates and lung health outcomes for patients in underserved communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that electronic interventions can effectively support smoking cessation, indicating a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, UNITED STATES
- University of Illinois at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Caskey, Rachel — University of Illinois at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Caskey, Rachel
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.