Conference Abstract

Dr. Patricia Cioe presented an abstract titled, "An Open Pilot Study To Examine The Acceptability And Health Effects Of Electronic Cigarettes in HIV-Positive Smokers " at the European Society for Nicotine & Tobacco Research in Oslo, Norway on September 13, 2019. This pilot study demonstrated improvements in carbon monoxide levels, cigarette dependence, respiratory symptoms, and intention to quit among HIV-positive smokers who were not able or willing to quit smoking.

2-year R21 award

Dr. Patricia Cioe has received a 2-year R21 ($388,876) award, titled, "A Peer Navigator Model to Improve Quit Attempts, Quitline Use, and Smoking Cessation Rates among HIV-positive smokers, from the National Cancer Institute. This randomized clinical trial will examine whether assigning Peer Navigators to smokers for the purpose of navigating cessation resources, accessing medications for quitting, and providing social support for quitting will improve smoking cessation outcomes among HIV-positive smokers.

Named “Nurse Researcher of the Year”

Dr. Patricia Cioe was nominated by her colleagues for the annual Excellence in Nursing Awards in the State of Rhode Island and was chosen as the 2019 Nurse Researcher of the Year. An article in the September issue of RI Monthly highlights each of the winners. An awards reception to honor each of the recipients was held in September at the Kirkbrae Country Club.

The Rhode Island State Nurses Association (RISNA), a constituent member of the American Nurses Association (ANA), is the authority on matters concerning nursing practice in the state of Rhode Island. RISNA is dedicated to the promotion, advancement, and protection of nurses while creating a healthier Rhode Island.