Helping veterans with chronic disease change smoking or drinking habits
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a program to help veterans with diabetes, heart disease, or related conditions who are thinking about cutting back on smoking or alcohol. The goal is to see if the program can motivate positive changes in these habits.
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Who can take part
- You are a veteran
- You have diabetes, heart disease, or a condition like high blood pressure or high cholesterol
- You have been shown to be unsure about changing your smoking or alcohol use in the last two health screenings
- You are 18 years or older
- You visit a VA medical center more than once a year and have a scheduled appointment during the study
- You can read and communicate in English and do not have significant memory, vision, or hearing problems
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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