Tobacco Smoking study: MINDSET
Official title Intervention to Increase Intention to Change Alcohol/Tobacco Use in Veterans With Chronic Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07039175
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a mailed packet with personalized info and a short phone call can make veterans want to change their smoking or drinking habits.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are a veteran with heart disease or diabetes who smokes or drinks too much.
- What's involved
- You will receive a mail packet that explains how your health is affected by smoking or drinking. Then a nurse will call you for a brief chat about changing your habits.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about a year, with a few visits and phone calls to check in on your progress.
- Phase 3: a large, late-stage study
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- an active diagnosis of diabetes, cardiovascular disease (CVD), or a cardiovascular risk factor (hypertension {HTN}, hyperlipidemia {HLD}) AND signs...
- Confirmation of smoking and/or drinking status during telephone screening (e.g., Alcohol Use Disorders Test-Consumption [AUDC], and/or smoking (I.e...
- Veteran
- Age 18 years
- utilize VA for medical care more than 1 time per year
You likely can't join if
- dementia or severe cognitive impairment per Problem List
- significant visual impairment per Problem List
- inability to communicate or read in English;
- Hearing impairment; and
- cognitive impairment or screening for cognitive impairment (\>=weighted score of 10 on Blessed screener).
See the full eligibility criteria
- an active diagnosis of diabetes, cardiovascular disease (CVD), or a cardiovascular risk factor (hypertension {HTN}, hyperlipidemia {HLD}) AND signs of reticence to change their smoking and/or alcohol use as evidenced by...
- Confirmation of smoking and/or drinking status during telephone screening (e.g., Alcohol Use Disorders Test-Consumption [AUDC], and/or smoking (I.e., whether they are a current smoker or not).
- Veteran
- Age 18 years
- utilize VA for medical care more than 1 time per year
- are due to complete their smoking/alcohol use screen in approximately 3 months (to ensure they will likely receive UC during intervention period)
- a scheduled PC appointment within the intervention period.
- dementia or severe cognitive impairment per Problem List
- significant visual impairment per Problem List
- inability to communicate or read in English;
- Hearing impairment; and
- cognitive impairment or screening for cognitive impairment (\>=weighted score of 10 on Blessed screener).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Buffalo, New York, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Buffalo, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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