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A Randomized Trial of the Effect of E-cigarette TV Advertisements on Intentions to Use E-cigarettes	2015	RTI International, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. Electronic address: mcf@rti.org.; RTI International, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.; RTI International, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.; RTI International, Research Triangle Park,	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 Nov Volume 49 Issue 5 Start Page 686 Other Pages 693 Notes CI: Copyright (c) 2015; JID: 8704773; 2014/10/15 [received]; 2015/04/08 [revised]; 2015/05/08 [accepted]; 2015/07/07 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication Netherlands ISSN/ISBN 1873-2607; 0749-3797 Accession Number PMID: 26163170 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Randomized Controlled Trial; IM DOI 10.1016/j.amepre.2015.05.010 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 26163170 Abstract INTRODUCTION: Adolescents' use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) and exposure to e-cigarette TV advertising have increased in recent years, despite questions about their safety. The current study tests whether exposure to e-cigarette TV advertisements influences intentions to use e-cigarettes in the future and related attitudes. METHODS: A parallel-group randomized controlled experiment was conducted and analyzed in 2014 using an online survey with a convenience sample of 3,655 U.S. adolescents aged 13-17 years who had never tried e-cigarettes. Adolescents in the treatment group viewed four e-cigarette TV advertisements. RESULTS: Adolescents in the treatment group reported a greater likelihood of future e-cigarette use compared with the control group. ORs for the treatment group were 1.54 (p=0.001) for trying an e-cigarette soon; 1.43 (p=0.003) for trying an e-cigarette within the next year; and 1.29 (p=0.02) for trying an e-cigarette if a best friend offered one. Adolescents in the treatment group had higher odds of agreeing that e-cigarettes can be used in places where cigarettes are not allowed (OR=1.71, p Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher American Journal of Preventive Medicine. Published by Elsevier Inc Data Source Authors Farrelly,M.C., Duke,J.C., Crankshaw,E.C., Eggers,M.E., Lee,Y.O., Nonnemaker,J.M., Kim,A.E., Porter,L. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20150707 PMCID Editors
The Effect of Waterpipe Tobacco Smoke Exposure on Learning and Memory Functions in the Rat Model	2015	Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, 22110, Jordan. khalzoubi@just.edu.jo.; Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Jordan University of Science a	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Journal of molecular neuroscience : MN Periodical, Abbrev. J.Mol.Neurosci. Pub Date Free Form Oct Volume 57 Issue 2 Start Page 249 Other Pages 256 Notes LR: 20160701; GR: P50 DA036105/DA/NIDA NIH HHS/United States; GR: P50 DA036105/DA/NIDA NIH HHS/United States; GR: R01 DA025659/DA/NIDA NIH HHS/United States; GR: R01 DA025659/DA/NIDA NIH HHS/United States; JID: 9002991; 0 (Tobacco Smoke Pollution); NIHMS7 Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1559-1166; 0895-8696 Accession Number PMID: 26160697 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.; IM DOI 10.1007/s12031-015-0613-7 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 26160697 Abstract Tobacco smoking is a global health hazard that kills about 5 million people annually. Waterpipe smoking is among the most popular methods of tobacco consumption worldwide. In this study, we investigated whether waterpipe smoking impairs learning and memory in the hippocampus, a question of special concern due to the particular popularity of waterpipe use among youth. Additionally, possible molecular targets for expected learning and memory impairment were determined. In this study, rats were exposed to waterpipe smoke (WTS) by whole body exposure 1 h x 5 days/week, for 1 month, and outcomes were compared to a control group exposed only to fresh air. Outcomes included spatial learning and memory using the radial arm water maze (RAWM) and oxidative stress biomarkers (catalase, glutathione peroxidase (GPx), superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione (GSH), oxidized glutathione (GSSG), GSH/GSSG ratio). We found that WTS exposure led to impaired short- and long-term memory. This impairment was accompanied by reduced hippocampal activity of catalase, SOD, GPx, GSH, and GSH/GSSG, elevated GSSG, thus marked changes in oxidative stress biomarkers. In conclusion, there is reason for concern that WTS exposure may impair cognitive ability. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Alzoubi,K.H., Khabour,O.F., Alharahshah,E.A., Alhashimi,F.H., Shihadeh,A., Eissenberg,T. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20150711 PMCID PMC4575272 Editors
Maternal waterpipe smoke exposure and the risk of asthma and allergic diseases in childhood: A post hoc analysis	2015	Balamand University, Beirut, Lebanon (Pulmonology Department).; Lebanese University, Hadath, Lebanon (Faculty of Pharmacy). pascalesalameh1@hotmail.com.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health Periodical, Abbrev. Int.J.Occup.Med.Environ.Health Pub Date Free Form Volume 28 Issue 1 Start Page 147 Other Pages 156 Notes CI: This work is available in Open Access model and licensed under a CC BY-NC 3.0 PL license.; JID: 9437093; OTO: NOTNLM; ppublish Place of Publication Poland ISSN/ISBN 1896-494X; 1232-1087 Accession Number PMID: 26159955 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; IM DOI 10.13075/ijomeh.1896.00316 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 26159955 Abstract INTRODUCTION: This analysis was conducted with the objective of evaluating association between waterpipe passive smoking exposure and asthma, and allergies among Lebanese children. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Data were taken from a crosssectional study on children from public and private schools. A sample of 22 schools participated in the study, where standardized written core questionnaires were distributed. From 5 to 12-year-old students filled in the questionnaires at home, while 13-14-year-old students filled it in in the class. In total, 5522 children were evaluated for the prevalence of asthma, allergic rhinitis and atopic eczema, and their associated factors, including waterpipe exposure due to parents' smoking. RESULTS: The descriptive results of parental smoking were, as follows: among mothers: 1609 (29%) mothers smoked cigarettes, 385 (7%) smoked waterpipe and 98 (1.8%) smoked both; among fathers: 2449 (44.2%) smoked cigarettes, 573 (10.3%) smoked waterpipe and 197 (3.5%) smoked both. Maternal waterpipe smoking was significantly and moderately associated with allergic diseases (p Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Waked,M., Salameh,P. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Keeping Food on the Table: Human Responses and Changing Coastal Fisheries in Solomon Islands	2015	School of Civil Engineering, the University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.; Department of Anthropology, Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South Africa; Department of Ichthyology and Fisheries Science, Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South A	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full PloS one Periodical, Abbrev. PLoS One Pub Date Free Form 9-Jul Volume 10 Issue 7 Start Page e0130800 Other Pages Notes LR: 20150719; JID: 101285081; OID: NLM: PMC4497618; 2015 [ecollection]; 2015/02/16 [received]; 2015/05/26 [accepted]; 2015/07/09 [epublish]; epublish Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1932-6203; 1932-6203 Accession Number PMID: 26158694 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.1371/journal.pone.0130800 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 26158694 Abstract Globally the majority of commercial fisheries have experienced dramatic declines in stock and catch. Likewise, projections for many subsistence fisheries in the tropics indicate a dramatic decline is looming in the coming decades. In the Pacific Islands coastal fisheries provide basic subsistence needs for millions of people. A decline in fish catch would therefore have profound impacts on the health and livelihoods of these coastal communities. Given the decrease in local catch rates reported for many coastal communities in the Pacific, it is important to understand if fishers have responded to ecological change (either by expanding their fishing range and/or increasing their fishing effort), and if so, to evaluate the costs or benefits of these responses. We compare data from fish catches in 1995 and 2011 from a rural coastal community in Solomon Islands to examine the potentially changing coastal reef fishery at these time points. In particular we found changes in preferred fishing locations, fishing methodology and catch composition between these data sets. The results indicate that despite changes in catch rates (catch per unit effort) between data collected in 2011 and 16 years previously, the study community was able to increase gross catches through visiting fishing sites further away, diversifying fishing methods and targeting pelagic species through trolling. Such insight into local-scale responses to changing resources and/or fisheries development will help scientists and policy makers throughout the Pacific region in managing the region's fisheries in the future. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Albert,S., Aswani,S., Fisher,P.L., Albert,J. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20150709 PMCID PMC4497618 Editors
Community Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding Ebola Virus Disease - Five Counties, Liberia, September-October, 2014	2015		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 10-Jul Volume 64 Issue 26 Start Page 714 Other Pages 718 Notes JID: 7802429; ppublish Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1545-861X; 0149-2195 Accession Number PMID: 26158352 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; IM DOI mm6426a2 [pii] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 26158352 Abstract As of July 1, 2015, Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone have reported a total of 27,443 confirmed, probable, and suspected Ebola virus disease (Ebola) cases and 11,220 deaths. Guinea and Sierra Leone have yet to interrupt transmission of Ebola virus. In January, 2016, Liberia successfully achieved Ebola transmission-free status, with no new Ebola cases occurring during a 42-day period; however, new Ebola cases were reported beginning June 29, 2015. Local cultural practices and beliefs have posed challenges to disease control, and therefore, targeted, timely health messages are needed to address practices and misperceptions that might hinder efforts to stop the spread of Ebola. As early as September 2014, Ebola spread to most counties in Liberia. To assess Ebola-related knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) in the community, CDC epidemiologists who were deployed to the counties (field team), carried out a survey conducted by local trained interviewers. The survey was conducted in September and October 2014 in five counties in Liberia with varying cumulative incidence of Ebola cases. Survey results indicated several findings. First, basic awareness of Ebola was high across all surveyed populations (median correct responses = 16 of 17 questions on knowledge of Ebola transmission; range = 2-17). Second, knowledge and understanding of Ebola symptoms were incomplete (e.g., 61% of respondents said they would know if they had Ebola symptoms). Finally, certain fears about the disease were present: >90% of respondents indicated a fear of Ebola patients, >40% a fear of cured patients, and >50% a fear of treatment units (expressions of this last fear were greater in counties with lower Ebola incidence). This survey, which was conducted at a time when case counts were rapidly increasing in Liberia, indicated limited knowledge of Ebola symptoms and widespread fear of Ebola treatment units despite awareness of communication messages. Continued efforts are needed to address cultural practices and beliefs to interrupt Ebola transmission. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Kobayashi,M., Beer,K.D., Bjork,A., Chatham-Stephens,K., Cherry,C.C., Arzoaquoi,S., Frank,W., Kumeh,O., Sieka,J., Yeiah,A., Painter,J.E., Yoder,J.S., Flannery,B., Mahoney,F., Nyenswah,T.G. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
A Review Study of Substance Abuse Status in High School Students, Isfahan, Iran	2014	Provincial Health Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran.; Provincial Health Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran.; Vice-chancellery for Research, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran.; Prov	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full International journal of preventive medicine Periodical, Abbrev. Int.J.Prev.Med. Pub Date Free Form Dec Volume 5 Issue Suppl 2 Start Page S77 Other Pages 82 Notes LR: 20150711; JID: 101535380; OID: NLM: PMC4476010; OTO: NOTNLM; 2014/06/20 [received]; 2014/11/08 [accepted]; ppublish Place of Publication Iran ISSN/ISBN 2008-7802; 2008-7802 Accession Number PMID: 26157571 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Review DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 26157571 Abstract BACKGROUND: As the first experience of substance abuse often starts in adolescence, and studies have shown that drug use is mainly related to cigarette and alcohol consumption, an initial exploration of substance abuse prevalence, including cigarette and alcohol, seems to be the first step in preventing and controlling drug consumption. This study aimed to explore studies on drug use among high school students by investigating articles published in the past decade in Iran. METHODS: In this study, the databases inside the country were used to access articles related to substance abuse by students during 2001-2011, among which 7 articles on 14-19 years old high school students were studied. RESULTS: The seven studied articles showed that the highest drug use prevalence pertained to cigarette and hookah, followed by alcohol, opium, ecstasy, hashish and heroin. Opium and heroin use in Kerman city were, respectively, about 4 and 5 times of their use in other studied cities. CONCLUSIONS: Drug use is relatively high in the adolescent and effective group of the society, which requires particular attention and prompt and immediate intervention. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Nahvizadeh,M.M., Akhavan,S., Arti,S., Qaraat,L., Geramian,N., Farajzadegan,Z., Heidari,K. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID PMC4476010 Editors
The Role of Family on Hookah Smoking Initiation in Women: A Qualitative Study	2015	. shahbazishirin@yahoo.com.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Global journal of health science Periodical, Abbrev. Glob.J.Health.Sci. Pub Date Free Form 24-Feb Volume 7 Issue 5 Start Page 1 Other Pages 10 Notes LR: 20160428; JID: 101519495; OID: NLM: PMC4803904; 2014/03/12 [received]; 2014/04/02 [accepted]; epublish Place of Publication Canada ISSN/ISBN 1916-9736; 1916-9736 Accession Number PMID: 26156895 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.5539/gjhs.v7n5p1 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 26156895 Abstract Hookah smoking has recently emerged as a popular alternative to cigarette smoking particularly among young adults and women. This study focused on the role of family members' smoking behaviours as a possible risk factor for initiation of hookah smoking in women. 36 in-depth interviews were conducted with Iranian women of diverse ages for understanding the factors contributing to the initiation of hookah smoking. Four main themes were identified from the data. This study focused on the role of family as a facilitator for hookah smoking initiation. The results of this study indicate that the entry of hookah into homes can be effective in the spread of hookah smoking among adult and young women, in three ways: Girls' participation in the preparation of hookah and the frequent observation of people who smoke hookah at home can be effective in hookah smoking initiation among young girls; the husband of a young woman has an important role in the initiation of smoking hookah; when parents invite children to smoke hookah at home, in order to protect them against public censure, the mother (a middle aged woman) may intend to start smoking hookah. Therefore, tobacco use prevention interventions should be focused on targeting the family as well. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Baheiraei,A., Shahbazi Sighaldeh,S., Ebadi,A., Kelishadi,R., Majdzadeh,R. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20150224 PMCID PMC4803904 Editors
Association Between Childhood Residential Mobility and Non-medical Use of Prescription Drugs Among American Youth	2015	Department of Epidemiology, Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center, West Virginia University School of Public Health, P.O. Box 9190, Morgantown, WV, 26506-9190, USA. mstabler@hsc.wvu.edu.; Department of Epidemiology, Injury Control Research Center, West Vi	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Maternal and child health journal Periodical, Abbrev. Matern.Child Health J. Pub Date Free Form Dec Volume 19 Issue 12 Start Page 2646 Other Pages 2653 Notes GR: R49CE002109/CE/NCIPC CDC HHS/United States; JID: 9715672; OTO: NOTNLM; ppublish Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1573-6628; 1092-7875 Accession Number PMID: 26156823 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.; IM DOI 10.1007/s10995-015-1785-z [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 26156823 Abstract INTRODUCTION: Prescription drug abuse is a public health epidemic, resulting in 15,000 deaths annually. Disruption of childhood residence has been shown to increase drug-seeking behavior among adolescents; however, little research has explored its association specifically with non-medical use of prescription drugs (NMUPD). The objective of the study was to measure the association between residential mobility and NMUPD. METHODS: The 2010 National Survey on Drug Use and Health data were analyzed for 15,745 participants aged 12-17 years. NMUPD was defined as self-report of any non-medical use (i.e., taking a prescription drug that was not prescribed to them or consumption for recreational purposes) of tranquilizers, pain relievers, sedatives, or stimulants. Logistic regression for survey data was used to estimate the association between residential mobility and NMUPD, adjusting for potential confounders. RESULTS: After controlling for demographic, intrapersonal, interpersonal, and community factors, adolescents with low mobility (1-2 moves in the past 5 years) and residential instability (>/=3 moves) were 16% (OR 1.16, 95% CI 1.01, 1.33) and 25% (OR 1.25, 95% CI 1.00, 1.56) more likely to report NMUPD compared to non-mobile adolescents (0 moves). Low-mobile adolescents were 18% (OR 1.18, 95% CI 1.01, 1.38) more likely to abuse pain relievers, specifically. No relationship was found between moving and tranquilizer, stimulant, or sedative use. DISCUSSION: Increasing childhood residential mobility is associated with NMUPD; therefore, efforts to prevent NMUPD should target mobile adolescents. Further examination of the psychological effects of moving and its association with pain reliever abuse is indicated. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Stabler,M.E., Gurka,K.K., Lander,L.R. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Driving Behaviors in Iran: A Descriptive Study Among Drivers of Mashhad City in 2014	2015	. VakiliV@mums.ac.ir.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Global journal of health science Periodical, Abbrev. Glob.J.Health.Sci. Pub Date Free Form 26-Mar Volume 7 Issue 7 Spec No Start Page 39 Other Pages 45 Notes LR: 20160428; JID: 101519495; OID: NLM: PMC4804039; 2015/03/26 [received]; 2015/03/26 [accepted]; epublish Place of Publication Canada ISSN/ISBN 1916-9736; 1916-9736 Accession Number PMID: 26153202 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; IM DOI 10.5539/gjhs.v7n7p39 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 26153202 Abstract BACKGROUND: Driver-related behaviors are substantial causes for motor vehicle accidents. It has been estimated that about 95% of all accidents are due to driver-related dangerous behaviors and approximately 60% of accidents are directly caused by driving behaviors. The aim of this study was to assess driving behaviors and its possible related factors among drivers in Mashhad city, Iran. METHOD: In a cross-sectional design, a total number of 514 drivers in Mashhad, Iran Surveyed. Manchester driver behavior questionnaire with 50 questions evaluated dangerous driving behaviors in 4 categories "aggressive violations", "ordinary violations", "errors" and "lapses". RESULTS: In this study, the median age of drivers was 31. Besides, 58.2% of men mentioned having a history of driving accident. Our study indicated smoking and alcohol drinking as risk factors of having more accidents. Hookah abuse is a predictor of aggressive violations and errors. CONCLUSION: This is the first study to assess the relation of personal car and its market value with the likelihood of having accidents. Due to major influences of driving fines, cigarette smoking, alcohol consumption and addiction on violations and errors, we recommend pivotal measures to be taken by road safety practitioners regarding driving surveillance. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Mousavi Bazzaz,M., Zarifian,A., Emadzadeh,M., Vakili,V. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20150326 PMCID PMC4804039 Editors
E-cigarette use among Texas youth: Results from the 2014 Texas Youth Tobacco Survey	2015	University of Texas, School of Public Health, Austin Regional Campus, 1616 Guadalupe, Suite 6.300, Austin, TX 78701, USA. Electronic address: Maria.R.Cooper@uth.tmc.edu.; University of Texas, School of Public Health, Austin Regional Campus, 1616 Guadalupe	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Addictive Behaviors Periodical, Abbrev. Addict.Behav. Pub Date Free Form Nov Volume 50 Issue Start Page 173 Other Pages 177 Notes LR: 20150814; CI: Copyright (c) 2015; GR: 1 P50 CA180906-01/CA/NCI NIH HHS/United States; GR: P50 CA180906/CA/NCI NIH HHS/United States; JID: 7603486; NIHMS705258; OID: NLM: NIHMS705258 [Available on 11/01/16]; OID: NLM: PMC4533923 [Available on 11/01/16] Place of Publication England ISSN/ISBN 1873-6327; 0306-4603 Accession Number PMID: 26151581 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural; IM DOI 10.1016/j.addbeh.2015.06.034 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 26151581 Abstract INTRODUCTION: Several characteristics of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), such as candy flavorings, are worrisome for attracting youth. The current cross-sectional study uses data on e-cigarette use from the 2014 Texas Youth Tobacco Survey (TYTS), a representative statewide sample of Texas middle school and high school students. This study's aims are to determine the prevalence of e-cigarette use, including rates of concurrent use with other tobacco products among Texas youth and to describe the demographic and tobacco use differences between e-cigarette users and non-users. METHODS: Participants were 13,602 6th through 12th grade students in Texas. Descriptive statistics were generated to determine the prevalence of current and lifetime e-cigarette use and to determine the prevalence of demographic characteristics across e-cigarette usage groups. Logistic regression analyses were conducted to examine differences in demographic characteristics, cigarette use in the home, and tobacco use behaviors for e-cigarette users versus non-users. RESULTS: Almost one quarter of all middle and high school students reported lifetime e-cigarette use and 14.0% were past 30-day users of these products. Current e-cigarette users were more likely to be high school students, white and male than non-current users. Both current and lifetime e-cigarette users were also more likely than their peers to use other tobacco products, although 24.2% of current e-cigarette users had never smoked conventional cigarettes, and 7.3% had never used any other type of tobacco product besides an e-cigarette. CONCLUSIONS: Findings highlight the urgency to regulate e-cigarettes as well as to include these products in tobacco prevention programs. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Elsevier Ltd Data Source Authors Cooper,M., Case,K.R., Loukas,A. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20150624 PMCID PMC4533923 Editors

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