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AMERICAN JOURNAL OF HEALTH BEHAVIOR
Volume 34, Issue 3, Pages 275-285Publisher
PNG PUBLICATIONS
DOI: 10.5993/AJHB.34.3.3
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waterpipe tobacco smoking; prevention; adolescent behavior
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- FOGARTY INTERNATIONAL CENTER [R01TW005962] Funding Source: NIH RePORTER
- NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE [R01CA103827, R01CA120142] Funding Source: NIH RePORTER
- NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON DRUG ABUSE [R01DA024876] Funding Source: NIH RePORTER
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Objective: To examine the prevalence and potential health risks of waterpipe tobacco smoking. Methods: A literature review was performed to compile information relating to waterpipe tobacco smoking. Results: Waterpipe tobacco smoking is increasing in prevalence worldwide; in the United States, 10-20% of some young adult populations are current waterpipe users. Depending on the toxicant measured, a single waterpipe session produces the equivalent of at least 1 and as many as 50 cigarettes. Misconceptions about waterpipe smoke content may lead users to underestimate health risks. Conclusion: Inclusion of waterpipe tobacco smoking in tobacco control activities may help reduce its spread.
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