NORTH STATE WOMEN’S EXPERIENCES SMOKING STUDY
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If you’re interested in participating or want to learn more, please fill out the eligibility screening questions at: https://criticalpublichealth.org/nswe-screener
We are conducting a study to learn more about smoking in the lives of women in rural California. While there is a lot of research on smoking in general, much less is known about the experiences of women living in rural areas, especially across different stages of life. In this study, we will talk with women about their experiences and perspectives related to smoking. We want to hear directly from women in rural communities so that future research and programs reflect their realities. To learn more, email NSWESmokingStudy@criticalpublichealth.org or text/call us at (530) 235-6264.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Who can participate?
We are looking to talk with women living in rural California over age 18 who smoke cigarettes or used to.
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What's involved in study participation?
If you are eligible and decide to participate, your participation will include a short online questionnaire and a face-to-face interview over Zoom where an interviewer from the research team will ask you questions about your life and experiences.
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Time commitment & thank you gift
Participating in the study will take about two to three hours. All participants will receive $100 to thank them for their time ($25 after the online questionnaire, and $75 after the interview).
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Why does participating matter?
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Who is conducting the study?
This study is being conducted by the Center for Critical Public Health, a nonprofit research group that is not affiliated with any private or political funders. We are a group of researchers who focus on issues related to fair health policies and practices, especially those related to drug and alcohol use among groups that aren’t always given equal attention in public health.
This study also relies on the input and feedback of a Community Advisory Board. Our Community Advisors are women living in or near the study area who have relevant lived experience and/or professional expertise related to women’s health, tobacco use, and rural communities.
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Who is funding the study?
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How will the results of this study be used?
The results of this study will be made available in a public report, presentations, and peer-reviewed publications, which will be shared with policy makers, public health practitioners, and other health researchers. This research will help draw attention to the perspectives and experiences of women living in rural communities. Our goal is to ensure that insights from participants in this study are meaningfully considered in the development of policies and programs designed to serve and support women living in rural communities.
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Who can I talk to if I have more questions?
For more information about participating in the study please contact Project Manager Em Sanders, by emailing NSWESmokingStudy@criticalpublichealth.org or text/call (530) 235-6264.
For information about the study design, our research group, or other projects please contact Principal Investigator and Director of the Center for Critical Public Health, Tamar Antin, by emailing tamar@criticalpublichealth.org or calling (510) 865-6225.
For information, questions, or concerns about your rights as a research participant, please contact the head of our Committee for the Protection of Human Subjects, Sheigla Murphy, by emailing Sheigla@aol.com.
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