Secondhand smoke exposure in bars and restaurants in Guatemala City: before and after smoking ban evaluation

2010 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 151-156 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joaquin Barnoya ◽  
Mariel Arvizu ◽  
Miranda R. Jones ◽  
Juan C. Hernandez ◽  
Patrick N. Breysse ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Secondhand Smoke ◽  
Smoke Exposure ◽  
Smoking Ban ◽  
Secondhand Smoke Exposure ◽  
Guatemala City ◽  
Before And After

scholarly journals Policy Support, Norms, and Secondhand Smoke Exposure Before and After Implementation of a Comprehensive Smoke-Free Law in Mexico City

2010 ◽  
Vol 100 (9) ◽  
pp. 1789-1798 ◽  
Author(s):  
James F. Thrasher ◽  
Rosaura Pérez-Hernández ◽  
Kamala Swayampakala ◽  
Edna Arillo-Santillán ◽  
Matteo Bottai
Keyword(s):  
Mexico City ◽  
Secondhand Smoke ◽  
Smoke Exposure ◽  
Policy Support ◽  
Secondhand Smoke Exposure ◽  
Before And After

scholarly journals Cigarette Smoking and Secondhand Smoke Exposure Before and After a Tobacco-Free Olympic Policy Period: Qingdao, China

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (11) ◽  
pp. 1531-1538 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jing Zhao ◽  
Xiaojing Li ◽  
Susan LeRoy Stewart ◽  
Weiguo Gao ◽  
Fei Qi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Policy ◽  
Secondhand Smoke ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Smoking Prevalence ◽  
Olympic Games ◽  
Smoke Exposure ◽  
Secondhand Smoke Exposure ◽  
Before And After ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Exposure To Secondhand Smoke

Abstract Introduction We explored the impact of a temporary tobacco-free public policy for the 2008 Summer Olympics on the smoking prevalence and secondhand smoke exposure among the population of a co-hosting city, Qingdao, China. Methods The Qingdao Diabetes Survey was analyzed for 2006 (n = 4599) and 2009 (n = 4680), which are survey years before and after the tobacco-free Olympics public policy period (July 2007 to January 2009). We analyzed the differences in self-reported smoking prevalence and exposure to secondhand smoke at home and/or workplace, and compared odds of smoking by survey year and of exposure to secondhand smoke among nonsmokers. Results From 2006 to 2009, the male smoking prevalence declined from 51.4% (95% confidence interval [CI] = 49.0% to 53.9%) to 42.6% (95% CI = 40.2% to 45.1%), and the proportion of lighter smokers decreased more. Among nonsmokers, the secondhand smoke exposure rate declined from 62.2% (95% CI = 60.5% to 63.9%) to 56.8% (95% CI = 55.1% to 58.6%). Regression analyses show 34% lower odds of men smoking after Olympics (OR = 0.66, 95% CI = 0.57% to 0.77%). Rural residents and individuals who are not retired were more likely to smoke. Female nonsmokers report 17% less exposure to secondhand smoke after Olympics (OR = 0.83, 95% CI = 0.70% to 0.98%). Urban nonsmokers were more likely to be exposed than their rural counterparts. Conclusions Smoking prevalence among men and secondhand smoke exposure among women significantly decreased in Qingdao, China, after the tobacco-free Olympics public policy period. As only the proportion of lighter smokers decreased, this may help explain why urban nonsmokers reported increased exposure. Unintended increased secondhand smoke exposure and cessation support need to be addressed in large-scale policy campaigns. Implications Hosting the Olympic Games can help to initiate large-scale tobacco-free public policies for hosting cities. Although previous studies have demonstrated reduction in nonsmoker exposure to secondhand smoke, the impact on the hosting city’s smoking prevalence or exposure rates is unclear. After the Olympic Games in Qingdao, China, smoking prevalence among men significantly decreased, mostly due to light smokers. Secondhand smoke exposure at home and/or workplace significantly decreased among female nonsmokers. Urban nonsmokers had an unintended consequence of increased secondhand smoke exposure after the tobacco-free Olympic policy period. Concurrent promotion of cessation support for heavier smokers may be needed.

Impact of the 2011 Spanish Smoking Ban in Hospitality Venues: Indoor Secondhand Smoke Exposure and Influence of Outdoor Smoking

2012 ◽  
Vol 15 (5) ◽  
pp. 992-996 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. J. Lopez ◽  
E. Fernandez ◽  
M. Perez-Rios ◽  
J. M. Martinez-Sanchez ◽  
A. Schiaffino ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Secondhand Smoke ◽  
Smoke Exposure ◽  
Smoking Ban ◽  
Secondhand Smoke Exposure

scholarly journals Influence of family resources on secondhand smoking in pregnant women: a cross-sectional study in the border and minority urban areas of Northwest China

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jiangyun Chen ◽  
Xinhui Li ◽  
Pengqian Fang
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Secondhand Smoke ◽  
Protective Factor ◽  
Smoke Exposure ◽  
Population Characteristics ◽  
Smoking Ban ◽  
Secondhand Smoke Exposure ◽  
Smoking Bans ◽  
Family Resources ◽  
Exposure To Secondhand Smoke

Abstract Background Pregnant women’s exposure to secondhand smoke is a very serious health issue in China. The purpose of our research is to identify factors that predict the probability of exposure to secondhand smoke among pregnant women from the perspective of a family-based open system. Methods From September 2014 to August 2015, Urumqi City, Shihezi City, and Shawan County-level City were sampled according to population characteristics. A revised structured questionnaire based on family resources was adapted for use in this study. Questionnaires were collected via convenience sampling at the hospitals with the largest number of local antenatal clients. A total of 1249 pregnant women of age 18–51 years were investigated. Descriptive statistics were calculated to characterize the participants and study variables. Binary logistic regression was performed to assess the impact of family resources corresponding variables on the likelihood that participants would be exposed to SHS. Both unadjusted and adjusted odds ratios (OR/AOR) [with 95% confidence intervals (CI)] were reported. Results The secondhand smoke exposure rate found in this study was 54.6%. Having good knowledge of the dangers of secondhand smoke had no effect on reducing the prevalence of exposure (P > 0.05). Even pregnant women whose husbands who did not use tobacco or never smoked nearby had a risk of exposure to secondhand smoke [adjusted odds ratio (AOR) 1.568, 95% CI 1.205–2.041] when the data were adjusted for age, gravidity, gestational weeks, knowledge of the dangers of secondhand smoke, location, and work status. Home smoking bans were confirmed to be an important protective factor (AOR 1.710, 95% CI 1.549–1.918); however, only one-third (33.5%) of participants reported having a smoking ban at home. Religion (mainly Islam), as a special external family resource, was a protective factor that reduced secondhand smoke exposure in pregnant women (AOR 0.399, 95% CI 0.312–0.510). Conclusions The effect of family resources on tobacco control should be considered in the development of effective and enduring strategies for indoor smoking bans and smoking cessation.

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