Improving tobacco control in retail environments
ASPiRE: Advancing Science & Practice in the Retail Environment
['FUNDING_P01'] · UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL · NIH-10692580
This study is looking at how the places where tobacco is sold affect smoking habits and health, with the goal of helping communities reduce smoking and improve health outcomes for everyone.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_P01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10692580 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how the retail environment influences tobacco use and health outcomes. It aims to evaluate the impact of tobacco retailer density, product availability, and promotional strategies on smoking behaviors and related health issues, such as cancer. By investigating local interventions that restrict tobacco sales, the project seeks to reduce disparities in tobacco use and improve cessation rates among different communities. The research will also enhance community capacity to implement effective tobacco control practices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include adults over 21 who are current tobacco users or those affected by tobacco-related health conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use tobacco products or are not affected by tobacco-related health issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective tobacco control measures that reduce smoking rates and tobacco-related health issues in communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that interventions in retail environments can effectively reduce tobacco use, indicating a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES
- UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL — CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: RIBISL, KURT M. — UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL
- Study coordinator: RIBISL, KURT M.
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.
Conditions: Mental disorders, Mental health disorders, Psychiatric Disease, Psychiatric Disorder, psychological disorder