You are here for a reason. That already says something awesome about you! Let’s take the next steps together.
How it works
(easy as 1-2-3)
Step 1
You want to quit smoking. Nice move!
Step 2
Learn how Quitxt can help you succeed.
Step 3
Fill out the short form to start with Quitxt.
What is the Quitxt Study?
Quitxt is a 6-month study enrolling 1,200 young adults who smoke tobacco cigarettes.
Quitxt is our bilingual, evidence-based text messaging cessation program – designed to help young adults quit smoking.
The goal is simple: help you quit smoking and live a longer, healthier life.
Why Does My Participation Matter?
By joining Quitxt you can:
- Take a powerful step toward quitting smoking
- Help us improve Quitxt for future young adults
- Be part of a community working toward a smoke-free future
- Set a strong example for family and friends
Your Story. Your Future. Your Health.
Good News!
You can participate remotely.
All activities can be done by Zoom or online on your phone.
Fast. Easy. Flexible.
Who Can Join?
Latino young adults who:
- Are 18–35 years old
- Smoke at least one tobacco cigarette 3 or more times a week
- Want to quit smoking
Participants receive stipends for completing study activities ($20/activity, up to $140)
Ready to learn more?
To find out if you are eligible to participate, please complete the contact form below, and our team will contact you to answer questions and help you get started.
Prefer to reach out yourself?
Contact us directly by email at quitxtstudy@uthscsa.edu
or by calling 210-567-6524.
The study is funded by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas and led by researchers at UT Health San Antonio.
Join Quitxt
Help build a smoke-free healthier future for yourself and other Latino young adults like you.
I Stopped Smoking Using Quitxt
“Huge improvements, just better lung capacity. I don’t feel short of breath just walking up a flight of stairs. I don’t have that awful, ugly cough anymore.”
– Katherine Saucedo, a Quitxt User from San Antonio