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Cigarillo Smoking Clinical Trial in Philadelphia, PA

Access cutting-edge cigarillo smoking treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Philadelphia. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Drexel University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Philadelphia

    Convenient for PA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Philadelphia site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Cigarillo Smoking Study in Philadelphia

This is a 3-arm randomized controlled trial to examine the effects of cigarillo public education messages among Black young adults who are at-risk for established cigarillo smoking. The primary outcomes are cigarillo harm perceptions, outcome expectancies, and use intentions at 3-month follow-up. Exploratory outcomes are use behaviors (cigarillo smoking initiation and use behaviors) measured at 3-month follow-up. These outcomes will also be measured at 1-month follow-up time point.

Sponsor: Drexel University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Be between 18 to 30 years of age;
Self-identify as non-Hispanic Black or African American ethnicity and race, respectively;
Must be able to communicate, read, and write in the English language;
Have never used cigarillos fairly regularly based on a valid measure but are deemed susceptible to cigarillo smoking based on a valid 4-item susceptibility measure; OR currently smokes cigarillos some days but not every day (i.e., experimentation)
And must have no history of fairly regular use of any other tobacco products (i.e., little cigars, large cigars, cigarettes, hookah tobacco, electronic vaping products, smokeless tobacco, and heated tobacco products)

Exclusion Criteria

Persons who are younger than 18 years of age or older than 30 years of age.
Persons who do not self-identify as a non-Hispanic Black/African American person.
Persons who are not deemed susceptible based on a valid susceptibility measure (i.e., not susceptible to cigarillo smoking)
Persons who have fairly regular use of any tobacco product (i.e., persons with a former or current established pattern of any tobacco use including cigarillos, little cigars, large cigars, cigarettes, hookah tobacco, electronic vaping products, smokeless tobacco, and heated tobacco products)
Persons who are unable to read, write, and communicate in English language. The informed consent and other materials, including surveys, are only available in the English language for this study. Additionally, trained staff members that will communicate and interact with participants for this study can only speak in English.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Philadelphia?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06863168) has an active research site in Philadelphia, PA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Cigarillo Smoking Treatment Options in Philadelphia, PA

If you're searching for cigarillo smoking treatment options in Philadelphia, PA, this clinical trial (NCT06863168) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Philadelphia research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced cigarillo smoking specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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