Cancer Research Study
Researchers at the Yale University are conducting a study in individuals that have recently been diagnosed with cancer (last 12 months) and currently smoke cigarettes. This research will help us learn more about the health behaviors of you, your family, and your network of friends.
Fast Facts
Diagnosed with cancer in the last 12 months
21+ Years Old
Currently smoke cigarettes
Currently residing in Connecticut or Massachusetts
Study Background
Researchers at Yale University are conducting research to understand how your social connections—like family and friends—can support healthy habits, especially when it comes to smoking. We’re looking for participants with different smoking experiences to help us gather valuable insights that will shape future programs aimed at helping people quit smoking.
Our goal is to explore how social networks and emotions influence smoking behaviors, particularly for individuals affected by cancer. We also want to learn how a cancer diagnosis impacts the smoking habits of family members and friends. Your participation will help us design a new social network-based program to support adults with cancer and their loved ones in quitting smoking.
By joining our study, you’ll be contributing to important research that could make a real difference in the lives of many.
Study Background
Researchers at Yale University are conducting research to understand how your social connections—like family and friends—can support healthy habits, especially when it comes to smoking. We’re looking for participants with different smoking experiences to help us gather valuable insights that will shape future programs aimed at helping people quit smoking.
Our goal is to explore how social networks and emotions influence smoking behaviors, particularly for individuals affected by cancer. We also want to learn how a cancer diagnosis impacts the smoking habits of family members and friends. Your participation will help us design a new social network-based program to support adults with cancer and their loved ones in quitting smoking.
By joining our study, you’ll be contributing to important research that could make a real difference in the lives of many.
Additional Information
We’re conducting this study to learn more about your health habits and how your social circle—like your friends and family—may support behaviors like smoking. We’re looking for people with different smoking experiences to help us gather insights that will guide us in creating programs to help others quit smoking in the future.
You may qualify for a study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- 21+ years old
- Have been diagnosed with cancer in the last 12 months
- Currently smoke cigarettes
- Live in Connecticut or Massachusetts
After you agree to participate, you will choose a survey format that suits you best—online, by mail, over the phone, or through a Zoom session. You might also be invited to join a virtual interview, which will be audio-recorded.
If necessary, we may ask for a small biological sample, like saliva. The entire study can be done remotely from your home.
As a participant, you can receive up to $200.
Participants may receive up to $150 in gift cards for completing 4 surveys, and an additional $50 for completing an interview.
- Baseline survey- $30
- 3-month survey- $30
- 6-month survey- $40
- 12-month survey- $50
- 12-month interview- $50
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.