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waterpipe, water-pipe, nargile, narghile, arguileh, arguile, shisha, sheesha, chichi, hubble bubble, hubbly bubbly, goza, hookah, bong
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| UK smoke-free legislation: changes in PM2.5 concentrations in bars in Scotland, England, and Wales | 2010 | Scottish Centre for Indoor Air, Liberty Safe Work Research Centre, Population Health Sciences, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen AB25 2ZP, UK. sean.semple@abdn.ac.uk | Read more... |
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The Annals of Occupational Hygiene
Periodical, Abbrev.
Ann.Occup.Hyg.
Pub Date Free Form
Apr
Volume
54
Issue
3
Start Page
272
Other Pages
280
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LR: 20140730; GR: Department of Health/United Kingdom; JID: 0203526; 0 (Particulate Matter); 0 (Tobacco Smoke Pollution); 2010/02/19 [aheadofprint]; 2010/03/01 [aheadofprint]; 2010/03/02 [aheadofprint]; ppublish
Place of Publication
England
ISSN/ISBN
1475-3162; 0003-4878
Accession Number
PMID: 20172917
Language
eng
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Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM
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10.1093/annhyg/mep094 [doi]
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20172917
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OBJECTIVE: Evaluate the effect of smoke-free legislation on fine particulate [particulate matter <2.5 microm in diameter (PM(2.5))] air pollution levels in bars in Scotland, England, and Wales. DESIGN: Air quality was measured in 106 randomly selected bars in Scotland, England, and Wales before and after the introduction of smoking restrictions. METHODS: PM(2.5) concentrations were measured covertly for 30-min periods before smoke-free legislation was introduced, again at 1-2 months post-ban (except Wales) and then at 12-months post-baseline (except Scotland). In Scotland and England, overt measurements were carried out to assess bar workers' full-shift personal exposures to PM(2.5). Postcode data were used to determine socio-economic status of the bar location. RESULTS: PM(2.5) levels prior to smoke-free legislation were highest in Scotland (median 197 microg m(-3)), followed by Wales (median 184 microg m(-3)) and England (median 92 microg m(-3)). All three countries experienced a substantial reduction in PM(2.5) concentrations following the introduction of the legislation with the median reduction ranging from 84 to 93%. Personal exposure reductions were also within this range. There was evidence that bars located in more deprived postcodes had higher PM(2.5) levels prior to the legislation. CONCLUSIONS: Prior to legislation PM(2.5) concentrations within bars across the UK were much higher than the 65 microg m(-3) 'unhealthy' threshold for outdoor air quality as set by the US Environmental Protection Agency. Concentrations in Scottish and Welsh bars were, on average, two or more times greater than in English bars for which seasonal influences may be responsible. Legislation in all three countries produced improvements in indoor air quality that are consistent with other international studies.
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Air Pollution, Indoor/analysis/statistics & numerical data, Environmental Monitoring/methods/statistics & numerical data, Great Britain, Humans, Occupational Exposure/analysis/prevention & control/statistics & numerical data, Particle Size, Particulate Matter/analysis, Program Evaluation, Residence Characteristics/statistics & numerical data, Restaurants, Seasons, Smoking/legislation & jurisprudence/prevention & control, Socioeconomic Factors, Time Factors, Tobacco Smoke Pollution/analysis/legislation & jurisprudence/statistics & numerical data
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Semple,S., van Tongeren,M., Galea,K. S., MacCalman,L., Gee,I., Parry,O., Naji,A., Ayres,J. G.
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| Ulcer healing and mechanism(s) of action involved in the gastroprotective activity of fractions obtained from Syngonanthus arthrotrichus and Syngonanthus bisulcatus | 2015 | Departamento de Ciencias Farmaceuticas, Centro de Ciencias da Saude, Laboratorio de Farmacologia do Trato Gastrintestinal, Universidade Federal da Paraiba (UFPB), Joao Pessoa, PB, Brazil. leoniab@uol.com.br.; Departamento de Fisiologia e Biofisica, Instit | Read more... |
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BMC complementary and alternative medicine
Periodical, Abbrev.
BMC Complement.Altern.Med.
Pub Date Free Form
29-Oct
Volume
15
Issue
Start Page
391
Other Pages
015-0923-x
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LR: 20151031; JID: 101088661; OID: NLM: PMC4625929; 2014/11/14 [received]; 2015/10/20 [accepted]; 2015/10/29 [aheadofprint]; epublish
Place of Publication
England
ISSN/ISBN
1472-6882; 1472-6882
Accession Number
PMID: 26511617
Language
eng
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10.1186/s12906-015-0923-x [doi]
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BACKGROUND: Syngonanthus arthrotrichus and Syngonanthus bisulcatus, currently known for Comanthera aciphylla (Bong.) L.R.Parra & Giul. and Comanthera bisulcata (Koern.) L.R. Parra & Giul, popularly known in Brazil as "sempre-vivas," are plants from the family Eriocaulaceae. They are found in the states of Minas Gerais and Bahia. The species are known to be rich in flavonoids to which their gastroprotective activity has been attributed. In this research, experimental protocols were performed to elucidate the associated mechanisms of action. METHODS: The activity was evaluated using induced gastric ulcer models (acetic acid and ethanol-induced gastric lesions in NEM or L-NAME pre-treated mice, and by ischemia/reperfusion). Antioxidant enzymes, serum somatostatin, and gastrin were also evaluated. RESULTS: In chronic gastric ulcers, a single daily oral dose of Sa-FRF or Sb-FRF (100 mg/kg body wt.) for 14 consecutive days accelerated ulcer healing to an extent similar to that seen with an equal dose of cimetidine. The pre-treatment of mice with NEM (N-ethylmaleimide) or L-NAME (N-nitro-L-arginine) abolished the protective activity of Sa-FRF, Sa-FDF, Sb-FDF and Sb-FRF or Sa-FRF and Sb-FRF, respectively, which indicates that antioxidant compounds and nitric oxide synthase activity are involved in the gastroprotective. Sa-FRF and Sb-FRF (100 mg/kg p.o) protected the gastric mucosa against ulceration that was induced by ischemia/reperfusion (72 and 76 %, respectively). It also decreased lipid peroxidation and restored total thiols in the gastric wall of mice that had been treated with ethanol. When administered to rats submitted to ethanol-induced gastric lesions, Sa-FRF and Sb-FRF (100 mg/kg, p.o.) increased the somatostatin serum levels, while the gastrin serum levels were proportionally decreased. CONCLUSIONS: The results indicate significant healing effects and gastroprotective activity for the Sa-FRF and Sb-FRF, which probably involves the participation of SH groups, nitric oxide (NO), the antioxidant system, somatostatin, and gastrin. All are integral parts of the gastrointestinal mucosa's cytoprotective mechanisms against aggressive factors.
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Batista,L.M., Lima,G.R., De Almeida,A.B., Magri Lde,P., Calvo,T.R., Ferreira,A.L., Pellizzon,C.H., Hiruma-Lima,C.A., Vilegas,W., Sano,P.T., Brito,A.R.
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20151029
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| Ultrafine particle emissions from waterpipes | 2007 | Read more... | |
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Tob Control
Periodical, Abbrev.
Tob.Control
Pub Date Free Form
Volume
16
Issue
6
Start Page
390
Other Pages
3
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ID: 18048615
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OBJECTIVES: Ultrafine particle emissions from waterpipes and their impact on human health have not been extensively studied. The aim of this study was to characterise the inhalation pattern of waterpipe smokers, and (a) construct apparatus to simulate waterpipe smoking in the laboratory, and (b) characterise mainstream emissions from waterpipes under different smoking conditions. METHODS: Real life waterpipe smoking patterns were first measured with a spirometer. The average smoking pattern was then mechanically simulated in apparatus. Total particle number concentrations were determined with a condensation particle counter (CPC) for particles between 0.02 microm and 1 microm (P-Trak UPC, Model 8525, TSI) and the particle size fraction was determined with a differential mobility analyser (DMA) for particles from 0.01 microm to 0.5 microm. This instrument was coupled with a laser particle spectrometer for particles between 0.35 microm and 10 microm (Wide Range Particle Spectrometer, Model 1000XP, MSC Corp). Carbon monoxide levels were determined with an electrochemical sensor (Q-Trak monitor, Model 8554, TSI). RESULTS: The tidal volume of an average waterpipe breath of 5 seconds was found to be 1 (SD 0.47) litre. The intervals between breaths on average were 25.5 (SD 10.2) seconds. Particle number concentrations of ultrafine particles in mainstream smoke during waterpipe smoking ranged up to 70 x 10(9) particles per litre. The median diameter of the particles in a full smoking set with charcoal, tobacco and water was 0.04 microm. Smoke from the heated tobacco contributed to particles in the size range between 0.01 microm and 0.2 microm. The glowing piece of charcoal only contributed to particles smaller than 0.05 microm. CONCLUSIONS: Waterpipe smoking emits large amounts of ultrafine particles. With regard to particle emissions, smoking waterpipes may carry similar health risks to smoking cigarettes.
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Inhalation Exposure/analysis, Smoking/adverse effects, Adult, Air Pollution, Indoor/analysis, Carbon Monoxide/analysis, Female, Humans, Male, Particle Size, Switzerland, Tidal Volume, Tobacco Smoke Pollution/analysis, Water
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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2807191/?tool=pubmed
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MEDLINE; http://www.globalhealthlibrary.net/
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Monn,Ch, Kindler,Ph, Meile,A., Brändli,O.
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| Ultrasound detection of vascular decompression bubbles: the influence of new technology and considerations on bubble load | 2014 | SLB Consulting, C/O The Barn, Manor House Wynd, Winton, Cumbria, CA17 4HL, UK, Phone: +44-(0)771-442-2042, E-mail: lesley@chapelclose20.fsnet.co.uk.; Department of Environmental Physiology, School of Technology and Health, Royal Institute of Technology, S | Read more... |
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Diving and hyperbaric medicine
Periodical, Abbrev.
Diving.Hyperb.Med.
Pub Date Free Form
Mar
Volume
44
Issue
1
Start Page
35
Other Pages
44
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LR: 20141212; JID: 101282742; OTO: NOTNLM; 2013/08/02 [received]; 2014/01/26 [accepted]; ppublish
Place of Publication
Australia
ISSN/ISBN
1833-3516; 1833-3516
Accession Number
PMID: 24687484
Language
eng
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Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; Review; IM
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24687484
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INTRODUCTION: Diving often causes the formation of 'silent' bubbles upon decompression. If the bubble load is high, then the risk of decompression sickness (DCS) and the number of bubbles that could cross to the arterial circulation via a pulmonary shunt or patent foramen ovale increase. Bubbles can be monitored aurally, with Doppler ultrasound, or visually, with two dimensional (2D) ultrasound imaging. Doppler grades and imaging grades can be compared with good agreement. Early 2D imaging units did not provide such comprehensive observations as Doppler, but advances in technology have allowed development of improved, portable, relatively inexpensive units. Most now employ harmonic technology; it was suggested that this could allow previously undetectable bubbles to be observed. METHODS: This paper provides a review of current methods of bubble measurement and how new technology may be changing our perceptions of the potential relationship of these measurements to decompression illness. Secondly, 69 paired ultrasound images were made using conventional 2D ultrasound imaging and harmonic imaging. Images were graded on the Eftedal-Brubakk (EB) scale and the percentage agreement of the images calculated. The distribution of mismatched grades was analysed. RESULTS: Fifty-four of the 69 paired images had matching grades. There was no significant difference in the distribution of high or low EB grades for the mismatched pairs. CONCLUSIONS: Given the good level of agreement between pairs observed, it seems unlikely that harmonic technology is responsible for any perceived increase in observed bubble loads, but it is probable that our increasing use of 2D ultrasound to assess dive profiles is changing our perception of 'normal' venous and arterial bubble loads. Methods to accurately investigate the load and size of bubbles developed will be helpful in the future in determining DCS risk.
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Blogg,S.L., Gennser,M., Mollerlokken,A., Brubakk,A.O.
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| Ultrasound elastomicroscopy using water jet and osmosis loading: potentials for assessment for articular cartilage. | 2006 | Zheng, Y.P., Department of Health Technology and Informatics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, PR China. <ypzheng@ieee.org> | Read more... |
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Ultrasonics
Periodical, Abbrev.
Ultrasonics
Pub Date Free Form
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44 Suppl 1
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Start Page
e203; 209
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e203; 209
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0041-624X
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Research in elasticity imaging typically relies on 1-10 MHz ultrasound. Elasticity imaging at these frequencies can provide strain maps with a resolution in the order of millimeters, but this is not sufficient for applications to skin, articular cartilage, or other fine structures. In this paper, we introduced two methods of ultrasound elastomicroscopy using water jet and osmosis loading for imaging the elasticity of biological soft tissues with high resolutions. In the first system, the specimens were compressed using water jet compression. A water jet was used to couple a focused 20 MHz ultrasound beam into the specimen and meanwhile served as a "soft" indenter. Because there was no additional attenuation when propagating from the ultrasound transducer to the specimen, the ultrasound signal with high signal-to-noise ratio could be collected from the specimens simultaneously with compressing process. The compression was achieved by adjusting the water flow. The pressure measured inside the water pipe and that on the specimen surface was calibrated. This system was easily to apply C-scan over sample surfaces. Experiments on the phantoms showed that this water jet indentation method was reliable to map the tissue stiffness distribution. Results of 1D and 2D scanning on phantoms with different stiffness are reported. In the second system, we used osmotic pressure caused by the ion concentration change in the bathing solutions for the articular cartilage to deform them. When bovine articular cartilage specimens were immerged in solutions with different salt concentration, a 50 MHz focused ultrasound beam was used to monitor the dynamic swelling or shrinkage process. Results showed that the system could reliably map the strain distribution induced by the osmotic loading. We extract intrinsic layered material parameters of the articular cartilage using a triphasic model. In addition to biological tissues, these systems have potential applications for the assessment of bioengineered tissues, biomaterials with fine structures, or some engineering materials. Further studies are necessary to fully realize the potentials of these two new methods.
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diagnostic agent, water, acoustic microscopy, algorithm, animal, article, articular cartilage, biological model, bovine, computer assisted diagnosis, computer simulation, echography, elasticity, evaluation study, feasibility study, image enhancement, image quality, devices, mechanical stress, methodology, osmosis, physiology, reproducibility, sensitivity and specificity, three dimensional imaging
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MEDLINE
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Embase
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Zheng,Y. P., Lu,M. H., Wang,Q.
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| Ultrasound-assisted emulsification microextraction method based on applying low density organic solvents followed by gas chromatography analysis for the determination of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in water samples | 2009 | Department of Chemistry, Tarbiat Modares University, P.O. Box 14115-175, Tehran, Iran. | Read more... |
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Journal of chromatography.A
Periodical, Abbrev.
J.Chromatogr.A
Pub Date Free Form
25-Sep
Volume
1216
Issue
39
Start Page
6673
Other Pages
6679
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JID: 9318488; 0 (Organic Chemicals); 0 (Polycyclic Hydrocarbons, Aromatic); 0 (Solvents); 0 (Water Pollutants, Chemical); 2009/06/01 [received]; 2009/07/30 [revised]; 2009/08/04 [accepted]; 2009/08/07 [aheadofprint]; ppublish
Place of Publication
Netherlands
ISSN/ISBN
1873-3778; 0021-9673
Accession Number
PMID: 19674752
Language
eng
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Evaluation Studies; Journal Article; IM
DOI
10.1016/j.chroma.2009.08.001 [doi]
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19674752
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In this study, a fast, simple and efficient ultrasound-assisted emulsification microextraction (USAEME) method was successfully developed based on applying low density organic solvents. Fourteen microliters of toluene was injected slowly into a 12 mL home-designed centrifuge glass vial containing an aqueous sample that was located inside the ultrasonic water bath. The formed emulsion was centrifuged and 2 microL of separated toluene (about 4 microL) was injected into a gas chromatographic system equipped with a flame ionization detector (GC-FID) for analysis. Some polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) were selected as model compounds for developing the method and evaluating its performance and to compare the efficiency of the proposed method with previously reported techniques. Several factors influencing the emulsification, extraction and collection efficiency such as the nature and volume of organic solvent, emulsification-extraction temperature, ionic strength and equilibrium and centrifugation times were investigated and optimized. Under the optimum conditions, preconcentration factors (PFs) in a range of 1776-2714 were obtained. The performance of the proposed method was studied in terms of linear dynamic range (LDRs from 0.05 to 100 microg L(-1)), linearity (R(2) > or = 0.994), precision (repeatability: RSD% < or = 7.9, reproducibility: RSD% < or = 14.6) and extraction percents (59.2-90.5%). Limits of detection (LODs) in the range of 0.02-0.05 microg L(-1) were obtained for different PAHs. The applicability of the proposed method was evaluated by the extraction and determination of PAHs from several natural water samples.
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Chemical Fractionation/methods, Chromatography, Gas, Organic Chemicals/chemistry, Polycyclic Hydrocarbons, Aromatic/analysis, Solvents/chemistry, Ultrasonics, Water Pollutants, Chemical/analysis
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Saleh,A., Yamini,Y., Faraji,M., Rezaee,M., Ghambarian,M.
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20090807
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| Unconventional materials and substances used in water pipe (narghile) by smokers in central western region of Saudi Arabia | 2014 | College of Dentistry, Taibah University, Al Madinah Al Monawara, PO Box 344, Postal Code 30001, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. E-mail. deoaah@yahoo.com. | Read more... |
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Saudi medical journal
Periodical, Abbrev.
Saudi Med.J.
Pub Date Free Form
Aug
Volume
35
Issue
8
Start Page
890
Other Pages
893
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JID: 7909441; ppublish
Place of Publication
Saudi Arabia
ISSN/ISBN
0379-5284; 0379-5284
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PMID: 25129195
Language
eng
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25129195
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OBJECTIVES: To investigate the use of unconventional substances and materials in water pipe among cafe water pipe smokers. METHODS: This was a questionnaire-based survey among subjects attending coffee shops in the region of Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia between February and March 2013. RESULTS: We invited 110 subjects, only 90 consented to participate in the study. A percentage of 1.1% used fluids other than water in the water pipe tank, 18.9% added other soft drinks to the tank, and 7.8% added flowers, spices or drugs to the tobacco mix placed in the head of the water pipe. A proportion of participants used fruits to replace the water pipe head (12.2%), or to replace water pipe tank (4.4%). Higher number of children the smokers had and cafe smoking were all significantly associated with unconventional practices. CONCLUSION: A substantial percentage of sample of water pipe smokers in Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia use unusual materials and/or substances in the water pipe and this is probably encouraged by cafe smoking.
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Baboor,A.S., Alnazzawi,A.A., Abu-Hammad,O.A., Dar-Odeh,N.S.
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| Understanding Attitudes, Beliefs, and Information Seeking Regarding Hookah Smoking in Parents of College Students: An Exploratory Qualitative Pilot Study | 2015 | Department of Health Sciences and Human Performance, College of Natural and Health Sciences.; Department of Health Sciences and Human Performance, College of Natural and Health Sciences.; Department of Health Sciences and Human Performance, College of Nat | Read more... |
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Respiratory care
Periodical, Abbrev.
Respir.Care
Pub Date Free Form
Jul
Volume
60
Issue
7
Start Page
959
Other Pages
966
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CI: Copyright (c) 2015; JID: 7510357; CIN: Respir Care. 2015 Jul;60(7):1078-80. PMID: 26113567; OTO: NOTNLM; 2015/02/17 [aheadofprint]; ppublish
Place of Publication
United States
ISSN/ISBN
1943-3654; 0020-1324
Accession Number
PMID: 25691766
Language
eng
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Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM
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10.4187/respcare.03726 [doi]
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25691766
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BACKGROUND: Hookah smoking has become increasingly common among young adults in the United States. College students engage in hookah smoking due to the increased exposure and popularity of hookah bars surrounding college campuses. There is limited information on parental perceptions of college students' hookah smoking. METHODS: Forty-four telephone interviews were recorded and transcribed with parents of college students using a structured interview guide to explore perceptions, beliefs, behaviors, and information seeking regarding hookah smoking. The transcripts were coded and categorized using NVivo software, and emerging themes were uncovered. RESULTS: Parents were lacking in awareness and knowledge of hookah smoking and health consequences. They often equated hookah smoking with bong use from their own college experiences. Although negative effects were equated with cigarette smoking, some parents reported beneficial effects of hookah smoking. Some parents disapproved of their college students smoking hookah, whereas others felt it was important that they try new behaviors in moderation. The varying responses indicate that parents were not receiving consistent messages, if any, regarding hookah tobacco smoking. CONCLUSIONS: Informing parents of current novel risky behaviors such as hookah smoking is necessary as they are trusted sources of information for young adult children. Delivering information and educational messages to both students and their parents may be a worthy approach when developing campaigns to deter hookah smoking. There is a need to deter hookah smoking, as it remains a public health concern.
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by Daedalus Enterprises
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Calvanese,A.V., Bingham,M.V., Martinasek,M.P., Friesen,B.K.
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20150217
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| Understanding psychosocial aspects of waterpipe smoking among college students | 2014 | Read more... | |
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American Journal of Health Behavior
Periodical, Abbrev.
Am.J.Health Behav.
Pub Date Free Form
May
Volume
38
Issue
3
Start Page
440
Other Pages
447
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LR: 20150227; GR: 1R01CA1333149/CA/NCI NIH HHS/United States; JID: 9602338; ppublish
Place of Publication
United States
ISSN/ISBN
1945-7359; 1087-3244
Accession Number
PMID: 25181764
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eng
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Journal Article; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural; IM
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org/10.5993/AJHB.38.3.13 [doi]
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25181764
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OBJECTIVE: To gain an understanding of the psychosocial and environmental influences on waterpipe smoking among college students. Participants were 49 university students who were regular waterpipe smokers. METHODS: A series of in-depth, in-person, semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted. RESULTS: It was a common belief that wa- ter in the waterpipe absorbed all the "impurities" in the tobacco and that it was safer and less addictive than smoking cigarettes. Main reasons for waterpipe smoking were social acceptance, peer influence, socializing with friends, perception of looking "cool" and physiological effects commonly referred to as "buzz." CONCLUSIONS: Interventions focusing on changing the perceptions of college students regarding health hazards associated with waterpipe smoking should be developed.
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Sharma,E., Clark,P.I., Sharp,K.E.
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| Understanding tobacco-related attitudes among college and noncollege young adult hookah and cigarette users | 2014 | a Public Health Research Division , RTI International , Research Triangle Park , North Carolina. | Read more... |
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Journal of American college health : J of ACH
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J.Am.Coll.Health
Pub Date Free Form
Volume
62
Issue
1
Start Page
10
Other Pages
18
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United States
ISSN/ISBN
1940-3208; 0744-8481
Accession Number
PMID: 24313692
Language
eng
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10.1080/07448481.2013.842171 [doi]
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24313692
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OBJECTIVE: To examine differences in tobacco-related attitudes and hookah and cigarette use among college and noncollege young adults. PARTICIPANTS: Time-location samples of young adult bar patrons in San Diego, California (N = 2,243), Tulsa (N = 2,095) and Oklahoma City (N = 2,200), Oklahoma, Albuquerque (N = 1,044) and Las Cruces (N = 894), New Mexico, between September 2009 and July 2011. METHODS: Multinomial logistic regression examined associations between hookah and cigarette use and tobacco-related attitudes. RESULTS: Current college students and graduates are less likely to smoke cigarettes, but more likely to use hookah. Among current hookah users, 22.6% were hookah-only users and 77.4% were dual users (cigarettes and hookah). College status is associated with different hookah use patterns, and those with anti-tobacco industry attitudes were more likely to smoke hookah. CONCLUSIONS: Novel interventions are needed for college students using hookah. Existing strategies targeting smokers with anti-tobacco industry messages may be irrelevant to hookah users.
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Lee,Y.O., Bahreinifar,S., Ling,P.M.
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