Using community pharmacists to help rural smokers quit
Leveraging Community Pharmacists to Optimize Smoking Cessation Services for Rural Smokers in Appalachia
This study is looking to help people in rural Appalachia quit smoking by training local pharmacists to offer personalized support and advice, making it easier for smokers to access the help they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Virginia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charlottesville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10917138 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to improve smoking cessation efforts in rural Appalachia, where smoking rates are high and resources are underutilized. It focuses on training community pharmacists to provide tailored support and counseling to smokers, leveraging their accessibility and expertise. The study will implement a program called QuitAid, which integrates medication therapy management to enhance smoking cessation services. By addressing barriers to care in these underserved areas, the research seeks to increase the effectiveness of existing cessation resources.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adult smokers living in rural Appalachian areas who are seeking to quit smoking.
Not a fit: Patients who do not smoke or those who are not located in rural Appalachian regions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase smoking cessation rates among rural smokers, leading to improved health outcomes and reduced tobacco-related cancers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that pharmacist-led interventions can be effective in promoting smoking cessation, indicating a promising approach in this context.
Where this research is happening
Charlottesville, United States
- University of Virginia — Charlottesville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Little, Melissa Ashley — University of Virginia
- Study coordinator: Little, Melissa Ashley
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.