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| Smoking among Lebanese medical students: Prevalence and attitudes | 2016 | Department of Internal Medicine, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon.; Department of Internal Medicine, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon.; Department of Internal Medicine, American University of Beiru | Read more... |
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Annals of thoracic medicine
Periodical, Abbrev.
Ann.Thorac.Med.
Pub Date Free Form
Jul-Sep
Volume
11
Issue
3
Start Page
183
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190
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LR: 20160814; JID: 101280721; OID: NLM: PMC4966220; OTO: NOTNLM; ppublish
Place of Publication
India
ISSN/ISBN
1817-1737; 1998-3557
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PMID: 27512507
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eng
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10.4103/1817-1737.185757 [doi]
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27512507
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INTRODUCTION: The tobacco epidemic is a major public health threat facing the world. Tobacco dependence is recognized as the greatest preventable cause of disease and death. Medical students are in key position influencing future tobacco cessation programs. OBJECTIVES: The primary objective of this study is to evaluate the prevalence of smoking among medical students across Lebanon and their smoking attitudes. It also investigates their attitude toward smoking, showing where they really stand on this major public health issue. This study helps better tackle anti-smoking campaigns among both physicians and patients. METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted by sending a questionnaire to currently enrolled medical students at all seven medical schools in Lebanon. The 32-item questionnaire was used, comprised three sections assessing sociodemographic characteristics, smoking habits, and attitudes toward smoking among Lebanese medical students. The questionnaire was launched online on Limesurvey to retain anonymity. The data were then transferred to Statistical Package for Social Sciences for analysis. Data were expressed as percentages for discrete variables and as mean +/- standard deviation for continuous variables. RESULTS: One hundred sixty-three complete responses remained of the 182 obtained responses. Forty-two of the total 163 students identified themselves as either daily or occasional smokers yielding a prevalence of 25.8%. Smokers were less likely to ask patients about their smoking habit and to counsel them about smoking cessation. Almost one-third of smokers felt that they had no obligations toward the society. CONCLUSION: Approximately 1 in 4 Lebanese medical students is a smoker. Students who smoke are less likely to ask patients about their smoking habits and to counsel them on smoking cessation. This is a major drawback in the fight against tobacco. This calls for better education of our future doctors on smoking cessation to decrease the smoking burden on our Lebanese society and worldwide.
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Chidiac,A., Tamim,H., Kanso,M., Tfayli,A.
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PMC4966220
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| Ebola and pregnancy | 2016 | Surin Rajabhat University, Surin, Thailand Wiwanitkit House, Bangkhae, Bangkok 10160, Thailand. | Read more... |
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Periodical, Full
Obstetric medicine
Periodical, Abbrev.
Obstet.Med.
Pub Date Free Form
Mar
Volume
9
Issue
1
Start Page
50
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LR: 20160814; JID: 101464191; OID: NLM: PMC4950435 [Available on 03/01/17]; PMCR: 2017/03/01 00:00; 2016/03/11 [epublish]; ppublish
Place of Publication
England
ISSN/ISBN
1753-495X; 1753-495X
Accession Number
PMID: 27512492
Language
eng
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10.1177/1753495X15617581 [doi]
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27512492
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Wiwanitkit,V.
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20160311
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PMC4950435
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| Predictive global trends in the incidence and mortality of pancreatic cancer based on geographic location, socio-economic status, and demographic shift | 2016 | Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska.; Section of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Boston University Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts.; Department of Surgery, Gundersen | Read more... |
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Journal of surgical oncology
Periodical, Abbrev.
J.Surg.Oncol.
Pub Date Free Form
11-Aug
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LR: 20160811; CI: (c) 2016; JID: 0222643; OTO: NOTNLM; 2016/01/27 [received]; 2016/07/25 [accepted]; aheadofprint
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1096-9098; 0022-4790
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PMID: 27511902
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ENG
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10.1002/jso.24410 [doi]
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27511902
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Pancreatic Cancer (PC) is a lethal malignancy that accounts for about 4% of cancer-related deaths worldwide. The aim of this study is to describe the influence of geography (based on WHO regions), socio-economic development (based on Human Development Index [HDI]) and demographic shift on the temporal trends in global incidence and mortality of PC. METHODS: Data (2012-2030) relating to the incidence, mortality of PC and demographic shifts based on WHO regions and HDI areas were extracted from GLOBOCAN 2012. Linear regression was used to evaluate trends in total incidence and mortality. RESULTS: We noted a definite association between PC and higher socio-economic status. Advanced age (age >/=65) contributed to the rising burden in all socio-economic regions of the world except in the Low Human Development (LHD) countries where the disease predominantly affected population
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Wiley Periodicals, Inc
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Are,C., Chowdhury,S., Ahmad,H., Ravipati,A., Song,T., Shrikandhe,S., Smith,L.
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20160811
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| Prevalence and related factors of psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis: a community-based study | 2016 | Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Gaziosmanpasa University, Tokat, Turkey.; Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Gaziosmanpasa University, Tokat, Turkey.; Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Gaziosmanpasa University, T | Read more... |
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Turkish journal of medical sciences
Periodical, Abbrev.
Turk.J.Med.Sci.
Pub Date Free Form
17-Feb
Volume
46
Issue
2
Start Page
303
Other Pages
309
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JID: 9441758; OTO: NOTNLM; 2015/06/12 [received]; 2015/05/15 [accepted]; epublish
Place of Publication
Turkey
ISSN/ISBN
1300-0144; 1300-0144
Accession Number
PMID: 27511489
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eng
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10.3906/sag-1406-51 [doi]
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27511489
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BACKGROUND/AIM: We aimed to determine the prevalence of psoriasis (PS) and seborrheic dermatitis (SD) (erythematous-squamous diseases) in our region and reveal the frequently encountered associated factors to aid in planning appropriate healthcare. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A community-based study was conducted with 85 sample groups that reflected the population rate and demography of Tokat Province in northern Anatolia. RESULTS: In this community, the prevalence of PS in people older than 20 years of age was 1.2% and the prevalence of SD was 5.2%. SD rates were higher in patients who used tobacco and especially alcohol. SD prevalence was also higher in patients treated for depression and epilepsy. Furthermore, as education levels increased, SD prevalence increased proportionally. CONCLUSION: In general, PS prevalence in this region was higher than in Asia and Africa but lower than in Europe and the United States. Whereas SD prevalence varies between 2% and 12% throughout the world, the average SD prevalence was 5.2% in this study.
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Bas,Y., Seckin,H.Y., Kalkan,G., Takci,Z., Citil,R., Onder,Y., Sahin,S., Demir,A.K.
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20160217
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| The effect of transtheoretical model-based individual counseling, training, and a 6-month follow-up on smoking cessation in adult women: a randomized controlled trial | 2016 | Department of Nursing, Afyon School of Health, Afyon Kocatepe University, Afyonkarahisar, Turkey.; School of Nursing, Koc University, Istanbul, Turkey. | Read more... |
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Periodical, Full
Turkish journal of medical sciences
Periodical, Abbrev.
Turk.J.Med.Sci.
Pub Date Free Form
5-Jan
Volume
46
Issue
1
Start Page
105
Other Pages
111
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JID: 9441758; OTO: NOTNLM; 2014/07/18 [received]; 2015/04/20 [accepted]; epublish
Place of Publication
Turkey
ISSN/ISBN
1300-0144; 1300-0144
Accession Number
PMID: 27511342
Language
eng
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10.3906/sag-1407-100 [doi]
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27511342
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BACKGROUND/AIM: This study was conducted to determine the effect of transtheoretical model (TTM)-based individual counseling, training, and a 6-month follow-up on smoking cessation in adult women. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We carried out this randomized controlled trial in Konya, Turkey. Female subjects were randomly assigned into groups in a 1:1 ratio using block randomization, block size 3 x 3, divided by stages (precontemplation, contemplation, and preparation) and age (20-29, 30-39, and 40-49 years). The study was completed with 77 women (an intervention group containing 38 participants and a control group of 39 participants). The intervention group was interviewed 5 times (baseline and 1, 1.5, 2, and 6 months). Counseling and training were given to the intervention group at the first 3 interviews. The TTM scales were assessed for both groups at baseline and at 2 and 6 months. RESULTS: In the 6-month follow-up, the rate of smoking cessation and the rate of progress were higher in the intervention group than in the control group. All the TTM variables had differences except the cognitive processes in the intervention group over time. Analysis of variance related to time x groups indicated that all variables had significantly changed except the cognitive processes and the pros of change. CONCLUSION: Results suggest that the TTM may be useful in understanding the stages individuals are at and in deciding on the appropriate treatment for smoking cessation.
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Koyun,A., Eroglu,K.
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20160105
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| Biofilms: an emergent form of bacterial life | 2016 | University of Duisburg-Essen, Faculty of Chemistry, Biofilm Centre, Universitatsstrasse 5, D-45141 Essen, Germany.; University of Duisburg-Essen, Faculty of Chemistry, Biofilm Centre, Universitatsstrasse 5, D-45141 Essen, Germany.; Technical University of | Read more... |
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Periodical, Full
Nature reviews.Microbiology
Periodical, Abbrev.
Nat.Rev.Microbiol.
Pub Date Free Form
11-Aug
Volume
14
Issue
9
Start Page
563
Other Pages
575
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JID: 101190261; ppublish
Place of Publication
England
ISSN/ISBN
1740-1534; 1740-1526
Accession Number
PMID: 27510863
Language
eng
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Journal Article; IM
DOI
10.1038/nrmicro.2016.94 [doi]
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27510863
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Bacterial biofilms are formed by communities that are embedded in a self-produced matrix of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS). Importantly, bacteria in biofilms exhibit a set of 'emergent properties' that differ substantially from free-living bacterial cells. In this Review, we consider the fundamental role of the biofilm matrix in establishing the emergent properties of biofilms, describing how the characteristic features of biofilms - such as social cooperation, resource capture and enhanced survival of exposure to antimicrobials - all rely on the structural and functional properties of the matrix. Finally, we highlight the value of an ecological perspective in the study of the emergent properties of biofilms, which enables an appreciation of the ecological success of biofilms as habitat formers and, more generally, as a bacterial lifestyle.
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Flemming,H.C., Wingender,J., Szewzyk,U., Steinberg,P., Rice,S.A., Kjelleberg,S.
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| Prevalence and Predictors of Gastroesophageal Reflux Complications in Community Subjects | 2016 | Division of Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA.; Barrett's Esophagus Unit, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, 200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN, 55905, USA.; Division of Biomedical Statistics and Informatics, Mayo Clinic, | Read more... |
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Periodical, Full
Digestive diseases and sciences
Periodical, Abbrev.
Dig.Dis.Sci.
Pub Date Free Form
10-Aug
Volume
Issue
Start Page
Other Pages
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LR: 20160811; JID: 7902782; OTO: NOTNLM; 2016/04/19 [received]; 2016/07/22 [accepted]; 2016/08/10 [aheadofprint]; aheadofprint
Place of Publication
ISSN/ISBN
1573-2568; 0163-2116
Accession Number
PMID: 27510751
Language
ENG
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
DOI
10.1007/s10620-016-4266-3 [doi]
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27510751
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BACKGROUND: Predictors of erosive esophagitis (EE) and Barrett's esophagus (BE) and the influence of number of risk factors in the community are not well defined. METHODS: Rates of BE and EE among community residents identified in a randomized screening trial were defined. The risk of EE and BE associated with single and multiple risk factors (gender, age, GERD, Caucasian ethnicity, ever tobacco use, excess alcohol use, family history of BE or EAC, and central obesity) was analyzed. RESULTS: Sixty-eight (33 %) of 205 subjects had EE and/or BE. BE prevalence was 7.8 % with dysplasia present in 1.5 %. Rates were comparable between subjects with and without GERD. Male sex and central obesity were independent risk factors. The odds of EE or BE were 3.7 times higher in subjects with three or four risk factors and 5.7 times higher in subjects with five or more risk factors compared with those with two or less factors. CONCLUSIONS: EE and BE are prevalent in the community regardless of the presence of GERD. Risk appeared to be additive, increasing substantially with three or more risk factors.
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Crews,N.R., Johnson,M.L., Schleck,C.D., Enders,F.T., Wongkeesong,L.M., Wang,K.K., Katzka,D.A., Iyer,P.G.
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20160810
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| Clustered marginalization of minorities during social transitions induced by co-evolution of behaviour and network structure | 2016 | Climate Analytics, Berlin, Germany.; Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, Potsdam, Germany.; Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, Potsdam, Germany.; Stockholm Resilience Centre, Stockholm University, Stockholm, Sweden.; Cognitive Neuro | Read more... |
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Periodical, Full
Scientific reports
Periodical, Abbrev.
Sci.Rep.
Pub Date Free Form
11-Aug
Volume
6
Issue
Start Page
30790
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LR: 20160820; JID: 101563288; OID: NLM: PMC4980617; 2016/02/17 [received]; 2016/07/11 [accepted]; epublish
Place of Publication
England
ISSN/ISBN
2045-2322; 2045-2322
Accession Number
PMID: 27510641
Language
eng
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DOI
10.1038/srep30790 [doi]
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27510641
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Large-scale transitions in societies are associated with both individual behavioural change and restructuring of the social network. These two factors have often been considered independently, yet recent advances in social network research challenge this view. Here we show that common features of societal marginalization and clustering emerge naturally during transitions in a co-evolutionary adaptive network model. This is achieved by explicitly considering the interplay between individual interaction and a dynamic network structure in behavioural selection. We exemplify this mechanism by simulating how smoking behaviour and the network structure get reconfigured by changing social norms. Our results are consistent with empirical findings: The prevalence of smoking was reduced, remaining smokers were preferentially connected among each other and formed increasingly marginalized clusters. We propose that self-amplifying feedbacks between individual behaviour and dynamic restructuring of the network are main drivers of the transition. This generative mechanism for co-evolution of individual behaviour and social network structure may apply to a wide range of examples beyond smoking.
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Schleussner,C.F., Donges,J.F., Engemann,D.A., Levermann,A.
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Date of Electronic
20160811
PMCID
PMC4980617
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| Risk Factors for Upper and Lower Urinary Tract Cancer Death in a Japanese Population: Findings from the Japan Collaborative Cohort Study for Evaluation of Cancer Risk (JACC Study) | 2016 | Department of Public Health, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan Email : washio@stmary.ac.jp. | Read more... |
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Asian Pacific journal of cancer prevention : APJCP
Periodical, Abbrev.
Asian Pac.J.Cancer.Prev.
Pub Date Free Form
Volume
17
Issue
7
Start Page
3545
Other Pages
3549
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JID: 101130625; ppublish
Place of Publication
Thailand
ISSN/ISBN
1513-7368; 1513-7368
Accession Number
PMID: 27510007
Language
eng
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27510007
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BACKGROUND: The incidence of bladder cancer is lower in Asian than in Western countries. However, the crude incidence and mortality of bladder cancer have recently increased in Japan because of the increased number of senior citizens. We have already reported risk factors for urothelial cancer in a large populationbased cohort study in Japan (JACC study). However, we did not evaluate the cancer risk in the upper and lower urinary tract separately in our previous study. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Here we evaluated the risk of cancer death in the upper and lower urinary tracts, separately, using the database of the JACC study. The analytic cohort included 46,395 males and 64,190 females aged 40 to 79 years old. The Cox proportional hazard model was used to determine hazard ratios and their 95% confidence intervals. RESULTS: Current smoking increased the risk of both upper and lower urinary tract cancer deaths. A history of kidney disease was associated with an increased risk of bladder cancer death, even after controlling for age, sex and smoking status. CONCLUSIONS: The present study confirmed that current smoking increases the risk of both upper and lower urinary tract cancer deaths and indicated the possibility that a history of kidney disease may be a risk factor for bladder cancer death in the Japanese population.
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Washio,M., Mori,M., Mikami,K., Miki,T., Watanabe,Y., Nakao,M., Kubo,T., Suzuki,K., Ozasa,K., Wakai,K., Tamakoshi,A.
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| Smoking Initiation and Continuation A Qualitative Study among Bruneian Male Adolescents | 2016 | Pengiran Anak Puteri Rashidah Sa'adatul Bolkiah (PAPRSB) Institute of Health Sciences, Universiti Brunei Darussalam, Gadong, Brunei Darussalam Email : 14h8402@ubd.edu.bn. | Read more... |
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Asian Pacific journal of cancer prevention : APJCP
Periodical, Abbrev.
Asian Pac.J.Cancer.Prev.
Pub Date Free Form
Volume
17
Issue
7
Start Page
3533
Other Pages
3540
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JID: 101130625; ppublish
Place of Publication
Thailand
ISSN/ISBN
1513-7368; 1513-7368
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PMID: 27510005
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eng
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DOI
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27510005
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BACKGROUND: Cigarette smoking is one of the leading global causes of premature and preventable death. In Brunei Darussalam, smokingrelated diseases have been a primary cause of mortality for the past three decades. Despite the increasing efforts that have been made in recent years to reduce the consumption of tobacco products in Brunei, the prevalence of adolescent smoking cigarette, however has risen alarmingly, from 8.9% in 2013 to 11.4% in 2014, with a higher prevalence found in males (17.8%) than in females (4.8%). In response to the need for more effective smoking prevention programmes in Brunei, this study sought to explore factors that influence Bruneian male adolescents to start and continue smoking. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A qualitative study using focus group discussions (FGDs) as the data collection method was conducted from October to November 2015. A total of 43 studentss, comprising 31 smokers and 12 nonsmokers, aged 1317 years, from two government secondary schools in Bandar Seri Begawan, participated in six FGDs. Discussions were recorded and translated. Transcripts were entered into NVivo10, before thematic analysis was conducted. RESULTS: We identified three themes under the core construct of 'factors influencing smoking initiation' ('family as teachers', 'overt pressure from peers' and 'perceived smoking has many advantages') and three themes under the core construct of 'factors influencing smoking continuation' ('craving and addiction', 'smoking as a 'social activity' and 'easy accessibility of cigarettes'). CONCLUSIONS: Based on the findings, it is recommended that future prevention activities should be embedded in a comprehensive approach, involving all stakeholders within a community, and should be focused towards bringing a change in smoking and parenting behavior of parents, social norms within the culture towards all population levels, and at strengthening the existing nonsmoking policies in schools and other public places where young people congregate.
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Talip,T., Kifli,N., Murang,Z., Naing,L.
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