Investigating tobacco use and cessation among people with HIV and TB in South Africa.
Tobacco Use and Cessation, HIV, and TB in South Africa: Clinical and Economic Outcomes (Clinical and public health approaches to tobacco cessation in South Africa supplement)
This study is looking at how people with HIV and tuberculosis in South Africa use tobacco and how we can help them quit smoking, using phone surveys and counseling, while also seeing how a ban on tobacco sales affects their smoking habits.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11126424 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding tobacco use and cessation among individuals living with HIV and tuberculosis (TB) in South Africa. It involves a telephonic survey and counseling intervention aimed at helping participants quit tobacco. The study evaluates the effectiveness of these interventions and the impact of a tobacco sales ban on smoking behaviors. By analyzing data from a large community-based cohort, the research aims to provide insights into the intersection of tobacco use, HIV, and TB.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who are living with HIV or TB and actively use tobacco.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use tobacco or are not affected by HIV or TB may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved tobacco cessation strategies that enhance the health outcomes of individuals living with HIV and TB.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in tobacco cessation interventions in similar populations, indicating the potential for impactful outcomes in this study.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Reddy, Krishna P — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Reddy, Krishna P
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.