Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Culturally aligned digital smoking cessation program for American Indians

Official title: Randomized Clinical Trial of A Culturally Aligned Digital Smoking Cessation Resource for American Indian Persons

Run by Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota · NCT06544811 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new online program designed to help American Indian people quit smoking by using methods that respect their cultural values.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment416 (estimated)
SponsorMasonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Minneapolis, Minnesota)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 14, 2025
Main results expectedJanuary 1, 2029
Study endsOctober 1, 2029
Registry record updatedJuly 8, 2026
Trial IDNCT06544811 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are American Indian adults aged 18 and older who smoke at least three cigarettes per day and are willing to attempt to quit.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not identify as American Indian or those who do not have access to a smartphone or tablet may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a culturally tailored digital resource designed to help American Indian individuals quit smoking. Participants will engage in a remotely conducted randomized controlled trial, receiving support through a smoking cessation program that respects and incorporates their cultural values. The study will assess the impact of this intervention on smoking cessation rates among participants who smoke regularly and are motivated to quit.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve smoking cessation rates among American Indian populations.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success with culturally tailored smoking cessation programs, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* AI race based on self-report;
* ≥ 18 years of age via photo ID confirmation;
* Average smoked cigarettes per day, ≥ 3 in the past 30 days;
* considering or willing to make a quit attempt;
* self-report having daily access to their own iPhone/Android smartphone or tablet that allows for messaging use;
* able to read and speak English.

Exclusion Criteria:

* None

Where it's running

  • Masonic Cancer Center
    Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.