Population Health Trial for Smokeless Tobacco Cessation With Military Personnel
Abstract
While smoking cessation has received considerable attention within the military, the use of smokeless tobacco (chewing tobacco and snuff) has not been a focus of medical services or research. Epidemiological data suggest that while smoking has continued to decline both in the general population and within the military, the use of smokeless tobacco products has increased. The primary objective of this research is to develop and evaluate an intervention for smokeless tobacco cessation comprised of proactive recruitment, targeted written and video materials mailed to the participant, and phone call support. At the end of this second year of the study, several accomplishments have been achieved. Accomplishments include: completion of all the materials being used in the intervention, including a cessation manual and video tailored to military personnel; hiring and training of motivational telephone counselors; initiated formal enrollment of participants at eleven dental clinics across nine military sites; and completion of IRB review by Naval Hospital and Walter Reed Medical Center.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 2004
- Accession Number
- ADA425921
Entities
People
- Herbert H. Severson
Organizations
- Oregon Research Institute