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Journal Article
Burden of Tobacco in Pakistan
2018
Overview
Abstract
Introduction
The Global Adult Tobacco Survey (GATS) is the global standard for systematically monitoring adult tobacco use and tracking key tobacco control indicators.
Methods
Using a multistage stratified cluster design, 9856 households were sampled, and one individual was randomly selected from each household. Standard GATS questionnaire was used to collect information on tobacco use, cessation, second-hand smoke, knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions. Data were analyzed per standard GATS protocol.
Results
Of 9856 individuals, 7831 individuals completed the interview. The response rate was 81%. Overall, 19.1% adults were currently using tobacco products and among them, 12.4% smoked tobacco, and 7.7% smokeless tobacco. Exposure to second-hand smoke was seen in 86% in a restaurant while it was 76% on public transportation. A total of 24.7% smokers made a quit attempt in the past 12 months. Anticigarette smoking information was observed by 37.7% adults, while 29.7% current smokers thought about quitting after reading health warning labels on cigarette packages. Most (85%) adults favored no smoking in public places, and 74.8% favored increasing taxes on tobacco products. Current cigarette smokers spent Pakistani Rupees 767.3 per month (7.78 USD) on manufactured cigarettes and consumed 4500 cigarette sticks (225 packs) annually.
Conclusions
Besides 19.1% tobacco users, the majority (86%) were exposed to second-hand smoke at public places indicating that ban on tobacco use in public places is not being followed. A quarter of current smokers wants to quit smoking who may be provided assistance to reduce tobacco burden.
Implications
This study provides national-level data about tobacco use and its burden and also indicates weak implantation of tobacco control laws. There is need to devise a strategy for proper implementation of these laws to reduce the tobacco burden in the country.
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Subject
/ Adult
/ Female
/ Global Health - legislation & jurisprudence
/ Humans
/ Male
/ Product Labeling - legislation & jurisprudence
/ Restaurants - legislation & jurisprudence
/ Tobacco Products - adverse effects
/ Tobacco Products - legislation & jurisprudence
/ Tobacco Smoke Pollution - statistics & numerical data
/ Tobacco Use - adverse effects
/ Tobacco Use - legislation & jurisprudence
/ Tobacco Use Disorder - epidemiology
/ Tobacco Use Disorder - prevention & control
