The University of Nebraska Medical Center is looking for volunteers
who would like to participate in a medical research study to find an effective
treatment for adults who want to stop smoking.
Anyone between the ages of 19 to 65 who smoke at least 15 cigarettes
per day is eligible for participation. Participants will receive physical
exams, counseling and medications at no cost.
Of the estimated 46 million Americans who smoke (about 25 percent of
adults), 70 percent would like to quit. An estimated 35 percent of American
smokers tried to quit in 1996.
UNMC has conducted many studies on smoking cessation, including serving
as a initial site for some of the first major clinical trials for the nicotine
patch, nicotine gum and zyban. Researchers have found that the stop smoking
aids can be very effective in helping smokers quit.
For more information on becoming a participant of the study call 559-6868.
UNMC is the only public academic health science center in the state.
Through its commitment to research, education and patient care, UNMC has
established itself as one of the countrys leading centers for cancer research
and treatment and solid organ transplantation. More than $34 million in
research grants and contracts are awarded to UNMC scientists annually.
In addition, UNMCs educational programs are responsible for training more
health professionals practicing in Nebraska than any other institution.