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Changes in Antioxidant Defense Capability and Lipid Profile after 12-Week Low- Intensity Continuous Training in Both Cigarette and Hookah Smokers: A Follow-Up Study	2015	Laboratory of Pharmacology, Sfax Medicine Faculty SMF, Avenue Majida Boulila, Sfax, 3029, Tunisia; Research Unit (EM2S), Sfax Institute of Sport and Physical Education, Airport Road, P.O Box 384, Sfax, 3000, Tunisia.; Laboratory of cardio-circulatory, res	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full PloS one Periodical, Abbrev. PLoS One Pub Date Free Form 29-Jun Volume 10 Issue 6 Start Page e0130563 Other Pages Notes LR: 20150703; JID: 101285081; 0 (Antioxidants); 0 (Lipids); OID: NLM: PMC4488294; 2015 [ecollection]; 2015/03/27 [received]; 2015/05/21 [accepted]; 2015/06/29 [epublish]; epublish Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1932-6203; 1932-6203 Accession Number PMID: 26121249 Language eng SubFile Clinical Trial; Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.1371/journal.pone.0130563 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 26121249 Abstract To examine the impact of low-intensity continuous training program on antioxidant defense capability and lipid profile in male cigarette or hookah smokers. Forty-three male adults participated in a 12-week continuous training program at an intensity of 40% of VO2max. All subjects were subjected to anthropometric, physical and biochemical tests before and after the training program. The increase of Glutathione reductase (GR) and Superoxide dismutase (SOD) is significant only for cigarette smokers (CS) and hookah smokers (HS) groups. The Malondialdehyde (MDA) decrease and alpha-tocopherol increase are significant only for HS group. GPx was increased in NS, CS and HS by 2.6% (p Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Koubaa,A., Triki,M., Trabelsi,H., Masmoudi,L., Sahnoun,Z., Hakim,A. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20150629 PMCID PMC4488294 Editors
Change of secondhand smoke levels in a public hospital in Budapest after implementation of anti-smoking policy in 2011	2013	Semmelweis Egyetem, Altalanos Orvostudomanyi Kar, Radiologiai es Onkoterapias Klinika, Budapest, Ulloi ut 78/A 1082.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Orvosi hetilap Periodical, Abbrev. Orv.Hetil. Pub Date Free Form 28-Apr Volume 154 Issue 17 Start Page 658 Other Pages 664 Notes JID: 0376412; 0 (Tobacco Smoke Pollution); ppublish Place of Publication Hungary ISSN/ISBN 0030-6002; 0030-6002 Accession Number PMID: 23608313 Language hun SubFile English Abstract; Journal Article; IM DOI 10.1556/OH.2013.29594 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 23608313 Abstract INTRODUCTION: Our previous 2009 study demonstrated high secondhand smoke levels throughout a public hospital in Budapest. AIM: To compare changes in indoor air pollution level between 2009 and 2012, before and after the Hungarian anti-smoking policy legislation adopted in 2011. METHODS: TSI SidePak AM510 Personal Aerosol Monitor was used. RESULTS: In-patient care department PM2.5 levels declined by 92% from 87.7 mug/m3 to 6.9 mug/m3. Non-patient care area PM2.5 level increased by 67% from 64.8 mug/m3 to 108.0 mug/m3. The increase was driven entirely by a large increase in the level in public toilets. Excluding these, there was a 83% drop in PM2.5 in non-patient care areas from 64.8 mug/m3 to 11.1 mug/m3. CONCLUSIONS: PM2.5 decreased significantly due to the 2011 law. However, smoking still occurred in the hospital, albeit in less frequently visited areas. A stricter enforcement of this beneficial law is needed to reach a comprehensive smoke-free hospital environment. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Tarnoki,D.L., Tarnoki,A.D., Csathy,L., Travers,M.J. Original/Translated Title Dohanyfust-koncentracio valtozasa egy budapesti kozkorhazban a nemdohanyzok vedelmet celzo 2011-es torvenyt kovetoen URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Change in tobacco use among 13-15 year olds between 1999 and 2008: findings from the Global Youth Tobacco Survey	2009		Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Glob Health Promot Periodical, Abbrev. Pub Date Free Form Volume 16 Issue 2 Start Page 38 Other Pages 90 Notes ID: 19770234 Place of Publication ISSN/ISBN Accession Number Language en SubFile DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID Abstract Tobacco use is the leading preventable cause of death and disease in the world; yet little is known about the levels or patterns of youth tobacco use on a global basis. The purpose of this paper is to focus on change in youth tobacco use using data from 100 sites that have conducted repeat Global Youth Tobacco Surveys (GYTS). The GYTS is a school-based survey that collects data from students aged 13-15 years using a standardized methodology for constructing the sample frame, selecting schools and classes, and processing data. GYTS is conducted in school classes using self-administered anonymous data collection. The GYTS sample produces representative, independent, cross-sectional estimates for each sampling frame. Of the 100 sites surveyed, 61 reported no change over time in prevalence of cigarette smoking, likewise in 50 of the 97 sites with data on use of other tobacco products there was no change. However, 34 sites reported an increase in other tobacco use. This appears to be attributed to waterpipe, an emerging trend in tobacco use. Evidence was found supporting the idea that tobacco use among adolescent girls is likely increasing. The global tobacco control effort continues to face many challenges in reversing the tobacco epidemic. Few countries have implemented comprehensive tobacco control legislation laid out by the World Health Organization. The few countries that have adopted some of these proven policies can serve as examples in achieving positive results in curbing the tobacco epidemic. Descriptors Data Collection, Global Health, Population Surveillance, Smoking/epidemiology, Adolescent, Female, Humans, Male Links http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1757975909342192 Book Title Database MEDLINE; http://www.globalhealthlibrary.net/ Publisher Data Source Authors Warren,Charles W., Lea,Veronica, Lee,Juliette, Jones,Nathan R., Asma,Samira, McKenna,Matthew Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Change in indoor particle levels after a smoking ban in Minnesota bars and restaurants	2010	Center for Energy and Environment, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. dbohac@mncee.org	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full American Journal of Preventive Medicine Periodical, Abbrev. Am.J.Prev.Med. Pub Date Free Form Dec Volume 39 Issue 6 Suppl 1 Start Page S3 Other Pages 9 Notes CI: Copyright (c) 2010; JID: 8704773; 0 (Particulate Matter); 0 (Tobacco Smoke Pollution); 2010/04/19 [received]; 2010/08/13 [revised]; 2010/09/09 [accepted]; ppublish Place of Publication Netherlands ISSN/ISBN 1873-2607; 0749-3797 Accession Number PMID: 21074674 Language eng SubFile Evaluation Studies; Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.1016/j.amepre.2010.09.012 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 21074674 Abstract BACKGROUND: Smoking bans in bars and restaurants have been shown to improve worker health and reduce hospital admissions for acute myocardial infarction. Several studies have also reported improved indoor air quality, although these studies generally used single visits before and after a ban for a convenience sample of venues. PURPOSE: The primary objective of this study was to provide detailed time-of-day and day-of-week secondhand smoke-exposure data for representative bars and restaurants in Minnesota. METHODS: This study improved on previous approaches by using a statistically representative sample of three venue types (drinking places, limited-service restaurants, and full-service restaurants), conducting repeat visits to the same venue prior to the ban, and matching the day of week and time of day for the before- and after-ban monitoring. The repeat visits included laser photometer fine particulate (PM(2).(5)) concentration measurements, lit cigarette counts, and customer counts for 19 drinking places, eight limited-service restaurants, and 35 full-service restaurants in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area. The more rigorous design of this study provides improved confidence in the findings and reduces the likelihood of systematic bias. RESULTS: The median reduction in PM(2).(5) was greater than 95% for all three venue types. Examination of data from repeated visits shows that making only one pre-ban visit to each venue would greatly increase the range of computed percentage reductions and lower the statistical power of pre-post tests. Variations in PM(2).(5) concentrations were found based on time of day and day of week when monitoring occurred. CONCLUSIONS: These comprehensive measurements confirm that smoking bans provide significant reductions in SHS constituents, protecting customers and workers from PM(2).(5) in bars and restaurants. Descriptors Air Pollution, Indoor/analysis/legislation & jurisprudence/prevention & control, Humans, Minnesota, Particulate Matter/analysis, Restaurants/classification/legislation & jurisprudence/statistics & numerical data, Sampling Studies, Smoking/legislation & jurisprudence/prevention & control, Tobacco Smoke Pollution/legislation & jurisprudence/prevention & control Links Book Title Database Publisher American Journal of Preventive Medicine Data Source Authors Bohac,D. L., Hewett,M. J., Kapphahn,K. I., Grimsrud,D. T., Apte,M. G., Gundel,L. A. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Change in carbon monoxide exposure among waterpipe bar patrons	2014	Department of Health Sciences and Human Performance, University of Tampa, Tampa, FL; mmartinasek@ut.edu.; Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN;; Public Health Intern, University of Tampa,	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Nicotine & tobacco research : official journal of the Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco Periodical, Abbrev. Nicotine Tob.Res. Pub Date Free Form Jul Volume 16 Issue 7 Start Page 1014 Other Pages 1019 Notes CI: (c) The Author 2014; JID: 9815751; 0 (Tobacco Smoke Pollution); 7U1EE4V452 (Carbon Monoxide); 9061-29-4 (Carboxyhemoglobin); 2014/03/18 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication England ISSN/ISBN 1469-994X; 1462-2203 Accession Number PMID: 24642592 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.1093/ntr/ntu041 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 24642592 Abstract INTRODUCTION: Waterpipe (also known as hookah) smoking is increasing around the world, including the United States, where waterpipe bars have sprung up rapidly around college campuses. Users are exposed to several toxicants, including carbon monoxide (CO). We evaluated change in exhaled CO and estimated carboxyhemoglobin levels among waterpipe bar patrons in Tampa, FL. METHODS: Exhaled breath samples were obtained immediately before entering and after leaving 6 waterpipe bars in Tampa, FL to measure CO boost and factors affecting CO change. Demographics, cigarette use status, and characteristics of waterpipe use during the bar visit also were assessed. RESULTS: Among the sample of 166 participants, mean CO increased from 6.5 parts per million (ppm) to 58.2 ppm (a 795% relative boost; p Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher . Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of the Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco Data Source Authors Martinasek,M.P., Ward,K.D., Calvanese,A.V. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20140318 PMCID Editors
Challenges to obtaining parental permission for child participation in a school-based waterpipe tobacco smoking prevention intervention in Qatar	2014	Faculty of Health Sciences, American University of Beirut, PO Box 11-0237 Riad El Solh, Beirut 1107 2020, Lebanon. ra15@aub.edu.lb.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full BMC medical ethics Periodical, Abbrev. BMC Med.Ethics Pub Date Free Form 30-Sep Volume 15 Issue Start Page 70 Other Pages 6939-15-70 Notes LR: 20141204; JID: 101088680; OID: NLM: PMC4254406; 2014/04/16 [received]; 2014/09/24 [accepted]; 2014/09/30 [aheadofprint]; epublish Place of Publication England ISSN/ISBN 1472-6939; 1472-6939 Accession Number PMID: 25267351 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; E; IM DOI 10.1186/1472-6939-15-70 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 25267351 Abstract BACKGROUND: Involving children in research studies requires obtaining parental permission. A school-based intervention to delay/prevent waterpipe use for 7th and 8th graders in Qatar was developed, and parental permission requested. Fifty three percent (2308/4314) of the parents returned permission forms; of those 19.5% of the total (840/4314) granted permission. This paper describes the challenges to obtaining parental permission. No research to date has described such challenges in the Arab world. METHODS: A random sample of 40 schools in Doha, Qatar was selected for inclusion in the original intervention. Permission forms were distributed to parents for approval of their child's participation. The permission forms requested that parents indicate their reasons for non-permission if they declined. These were categorized into themes. In order to understand reasons for non-permission, interviews with parents were conducted. Phone numbers of parents were requested from the school administration; 12 of the 40 schools (30%) agreed to provide the contact information. A random sample of 28 parents from 12 schools was interviewed to reach data saturation. Thematic analysis was used to analyze their responses. RESULTS: Reasons for non-permission documented in both the forms and interviews included: poor timing; lack of interest; the child not wanting to participate; and the child living in a smoke-free environment. Interviews provided information on important topics to include in the consent forms, parents' decision-making processes regarding their child's participation, and considerations for communicating with parents. Many parents also indicated that this was the first time they had been asked to give an informed consent for their child's participation in a study. CONCLUSIONS: Results indicate that more attention needs to be given to the informed parental consent process. Researchers should consider enhancing both the methods of communicating information as well the specific information provided. Before embarking on recruitment of children for studies, formative research on the parental consent process is suggested. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Nakkash,R.T., Al Mulla,A., Torossian,L., Karhily,R., Shuayb,L., Mahfoud,Z.R., Janahi,I., Al Ansari,A.A., Afifi,R.A. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20140930 PMCID PMC4254406 Editors
Challenges in responding to the ebola epidemic - four rural counties, Liberia, August-November 2014	2014		Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full MMWR.Morbidity and mortality weekly report Periodical, Abbrev. MMWR Morb.Mortal.Wkly.Rep. Pub Date Free Form 19-Dec Volume 63 Issue 50 Start Page 1202 Other Pages 1204 Notes JID: 7802429; ppublish Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1545-861X; 0149-2195 Accession Number PMID: 25522089 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; IM DOI mm6350a5 [pii] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 25522089 Abstract The first cases of Ebola virus disease (Ebola) in West Africa were identified in Guinea on March 22, 2014. On March 30, the first Liberian case was identified in Foya Town, Lofa County, near the Guinean border. Because the majority of early cases occurred in Lofa and Montserrado counties, resources were concentrated in these counties during the first several months of the response, and these counties have seen signs of successful disease control. By October 2014, the epidemic had reached all 15 counties of Liberia. During August 27-September 10, 2014, CDC in collaboration with the Liberian Ministry of Health and Social Welfare assessed county Ebola response plans in four rural counties (Grand Cape Mount, Grand Bassa, Rivercess, and Sinoe, to identify county-specific challenges in executing their Ebola response plans, and to provide recommendations and training to enhance control efforts. Assessments were conducted through interviews with county health teams and health care providers and visits to health care facilities. At the time of assessment, county health teams reported lacking adequate training in core Ebola response strategies and reported facing many challenges because of poor transportation and communication networks. Development of communication and transportation network strategies for communities with limited access to roads and limited means of communication in addition to adequate training in Ebola response strategies is critical for successful management of Ebola in remote areas. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Summers,A., Nyenswah,T.G., Montgomery,J.M., Neatherlin,J., Tappero,J.W., T,N., M,F., M,M., Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Challenges in global improvement of oral cancer outcomes: findings from rural Northern India	2012		Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Tob Induc Dis Periodical, Abbrev. Pub Date Free Form Volume 10 Issue Start Page 5 Other Pages 5 Notes ID: 22494988 Place of Publication ISSN/ISBN Accession Number Language en SubFile DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID Abstract BACKGROUND: In India, 72% of the population resides in rural areas and 30-40% of cancers are found in the oral cavity. The majority of Haryana residents live in villages where inadequate medical facilities, no proper primary care infrastructure or cancer screening tools and high levels of illiteracy all contribute to poor oral cancer (OC) outcomes. In this challenging environment, the objective of this study was to assess the association between various risk factors for OC among referrals for suscipious lesions and to design and pilot test a collaborative community-based effort to identify suspicious lesions for OC. SETTING: Community-based cross sectional OC screening. PARTICIPANTS: With help from the Department of Health (DOH), Haryana and the local communities, we visited three villages and recruited 761 participants of ages 45-95 years. PARTICIPANTS received a visual oral cancer examination and were interviewed about their dental/medical history and personal habits. Pregnant women, children and males/females below 45 years old with history of OC were excluded. MAIN OUTCOME: Presence of a suspicious oral lesion. RESULTS: Out of 761 participants, 42 (5.5%) were referred to a local dentist for follow-up of suspicious lesions. Males were referred more than females. The referral group had more bidi and hookah smokers than non smokers as compared to non referral group. The logistic regression analysis revealed that smoking bidi and hookah (OR = 3.06 and 4.42) were statistically significant predictors for suspicious lesions. CONCLUSIONS: Tobacco use of various forms in rural, northern India was found to be quite high and a main risk factor for suspicious lesions. The influence of both the DOH and community participation was crucial in motivating people to seek care for OC. Descriptors Links Book Title Database MEDLINE; http://www.globalhealthlibrary.net/ Publisher Data Source Authors Dangi,Jyoti, Kinnunen,Taru H., Zavras,Athanasios I. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Cessation related perceptions and behavior of former and current smokeless tobacco users	1997	Department of Community Health, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, USA.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Journal of American college health : J of ACH Periodical, Abbrev. J.Am.Coll.Health Pub Date Free Form Nov Volume 46 Issue 3 Start Page 133 Other Pages 138 Notes LR: 20061115; JID: 8214119; ppublish Place of Publication UNITED STATES ISSN/ISBN 0744-8481; 0744-8481 Accession Number PMID: 9394091 Language eng SubFile Comparative Study; Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.1080/07448489709595599 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 9394091 Abstract Four hundred fourteen former and 73 current users of smokeless tobacco were questioned about their experiences in giving up smokeless tobacco. Their responses were compared with those of 463 ex-smokers to determine whether former smokeless tobacco users differed from former smokers in using specific cessation techniques. Of the smokeless tobacco users, 77% were interested in quitting, but only 7% wanted to quit "now." Seven percent of the daily users reported that a college-based health or fitness professional had advised them to quit. Former smokeless tobacco users were significantly more likely than former smokers to report that smoking cigarettes was related to their efforts to give up smokeless tobacco than former smokers were to report using smokeless tobacco as a strategy to stop smoking, Former smokeless tobacco users were also significantly more likely than former smokers to report current tobacco use. Smokeless tobacco cessation programs based on the transtheoretical approach to behavior change are recommended. Descriptors Adult, Data Collection, Health Behavior, Humans, Male, Plants, Toxic, Smoking/psychology, Smoking Cessation/methods, Students/psychology, Tobacco, Smokeless Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Chakravorty,B., Chakravorty,S. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Cessation among smokers of "light" cigarettes: results from the 2000 national health interview survey	2006	University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, USA. tindleha@upmc.edu	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full American Journal of Public Health Periodical, Abbrev. Am.J.Public Health Pub Date Free Form Aug Volume 96 Issue 8 Start Page 1498 Other Pages 1504 Notes LR: 20151119; JID: 1254074; 0 (Tars); 0 (tobacco tar); 6M3C89ZY6R (Nicotine); OID: NLM: PMC1522106; 2006/06/29 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1541-0048; 0090-0036 Accession Number PMID: 16809583 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; AIM; IM DOI AJPH.2005.072785 [pii] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 16809583 Abstract OBJECTIVES: A large proportion of smokers erroneously believe that low-nicotine/low-tar cigarettes, also called "light cigarettes" or "lights," reduce health risks and are a rational alternative to smoking cessation. However, the availability of light cigarettes may deter smoking cessation. METHODS: We analyzed the 32374 responses to the US 2000 National Health Interview Survey. Current and former smokers ("ever-smokers") were asked if they had ever used a lower tar and nicotine cigarette to reduce health risks. Multivariable logistic regression identified determinants of lights use and smoking cessation. Results were weighted to reflect the national population. RESULTS: Of 12285 ever-smokers, 37% (N=4414) reported having used light cigarettes to reduce health risks. Current abstinence was less often reported by ever-smokers who had previously used light cigarettes than by ever-smokers who had never used lights (37% vs 53%, P<.01). Adjusted odds of cessation among ever-smokers who had used light cigarettes relative to those who had never used lights were reduced by 54% (adjusted odds ratio=0.46, 95% confidence interval=0.41, 0.51). CONCLUSIONS: Use of light cigarettes was common and was associated with lower odds of current smoking cessation, validating the concern that smokers may use lights as an alternative to cessation. Descriptors Adult, Aged, Female, Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice, Health Surveys, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Nicotine/analysis, Risk Factors, Risk Reduction Behavior, Smoking Cessation/ethnology/psychology/statistics & numerical data, Socioeconomic Factors, Surveys and Questionnaires, Tars/analysis, Tobacco/chemistry, Tobacco Industry, Tobacco Use Cessation/ethnology/psychology/statistics & numerical data, United States/epidemiology Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Tindle,H. A., Rigotti,N. A., Davis,R. B., Barbeau,E. M., Kawachi,I., Shiffman,S. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20060629 PMCID PMC1522106 Editors

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