A Pragmatic Trial of Chronic Disease Approaches to Ameliorate Tobacco Related Cardiovascular Disease Health Disparities

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA · Jan 2, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at ways to help people from BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities quit smoking, as they often face more serious health issues related to tobacco use compared to White populations. The study will reach out to BIPOC adults who smoke in two healthcare systems, offering personalized support and resources to help them stop smoking. This proactive approach aims to make it easier for these individuals to access proven treatments for quitting smoking, like medications and counseling, and to ensure they feel welcomed and supported in the healthcare system.

To participate in this study, you need to be 18 years or older, speak English or Spanish, and have been identified as a BIPOC patient who has smoked at least one cigarette in the past month. You also need to have a phone number or address on file with the healthcare system. Throughout the trial, participants can expect to receive ongoing support and resources to help them quit smoking, and the researchers hope that this tailored outreach will lead to better outcomes for those involved. If you have any questions or think you might want to join, don't hesitate to ask your healthcare provider for more information!

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • English or Spanish-speaking BIPOC patients within the Hennepin Healthcare or MCHS system. BIPOC patients are any patients with a chart identified race that is not White, and will be verified by self-report from the baseline survey.
• • Currently smoke \>1 cigarette over the past 30 days
• • Must have address or telephone number in the electronic health record
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Electronic health record documented cognitive impairment or legal guardianship
• • Patients who have opted out of reserach studies