Evaluation of the Effectiveness of 5A-5R Counselling Services for Tobacco Cessation
Launched by BRAC UNIVERSITY · Jul 8, 2024
Trial Information
Current as of September 10, 2025
Enrolling by invitation
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Background and problem statement:
Tobacco use, encompassing both smoking and smokeless tobacco, constitutes a significant global health risk, contributing to eight million annual deaths and resulting in the loss of 229.77 million disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) worldwide. Despite concerted international efforts to mitigate tobacco consumption, approximately 80% of tobacco use is concentrated in low and middle-income countries, with Bangladesh standing out as a prominent example. The Global NCD Action Plan sets a target of a 30% reduction in tobacco prevalence by 2025; however, recen...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Adults (age 18 and above) having a history of current tobacco consumption/use (daily tobacco use during the last six months).
- • Willing to participate.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • temporary resident at the selected study site.
- • having a terminal illness.
- • mentally unstable.
About Brac University
BRAC University is a leading institution in Bangladesh, dedicated to advancing education, research, and innovation across various fields, including health sciences. As a clinical trial sponsor, BRAC University leverages its robust academic framework and interdisciplinary expertise to facilitate high-quality research aimed at addressing pressing health challenges. Committed to ethical standards and community engagement, the university collaborates with local and international partners to ensure that its clinical trials contribute valuable insights and improvements in healthcare practices, ultimately enhancing the well-being of populations both locally and globally.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported