Long-term effects of tobacco use on health in the U.S.
Official title: POPULATION ASSESSMENT OF TOBACCO AND HEALTH (PATH) STUDY PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 02/01/2024 - 01/31/2029
Funded at Westat, INC. · NIH-11220008 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The PATH Study is a long-term research project that looks at how using tobacco affects people's health over time, and by joining in, you can help us learn more to improve health strategies and policies for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Westat, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2024 |
| Project end | January 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $3,000,000 |
| NIH project number | 75N95024C00003-P00002-9999-3 |
| Project ID | NIH-11220008 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates include individuals who use tobacco products or have a history of tobacco use, as well as those interested in contributing to tobacco-related health research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not use tobacco products and have no history of tobacco use may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The PATH Study is a national longitudinal investigation that tracks tobacco use and its health impacts across the United States. Participants from diverse backgrounds contribute data over several years, allowing researchers to analyze trends and outcomes related to tobacco consumption. This study aims to understand how tobacco use affects health over time, providing valuable insights into public health and policy. By participating, individuals can help shape future tobacco control strategies and health interventions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health strategies and interventions to reduce tobacco-related health issues.
How similar studies have gone: Previous longitudinal studies on tobacco use have shown significant success in understanding health impacts and informing public health policies.
Where this research is happening
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Westat, INC.
Rockville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carusi, Charles — Westat, INC.
- Study coordinator: Carusi, Charles
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.