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Published on: January 10, 2015
[Tobacco smoking among students]
Maria Połocka-Molińska1, Maria Biskupska, Monika Zysnarska
1Katedra Zdrowia Matki i Dziecka, Wydział Nauk o Zdrowiu, Akademia Medyczna w Poznaniu.
Przeglad Lekarski
|February 10, 2007
Summary
This study found that only 3.33% of first-year midwifery students in Poznan regularly smoke tobacco. Most students are aware of the dangers of nicotine dependence.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Medical Education
Context:
- Tobacco smoking has a long history, with young people frequently initiating regular smoking habits.
- Prevalence of smoking among university students is a significant public health concern.
Purpose:
- To analyze the prevalence of tobacco smoking among 90 first-year midwifery students at the University of Medical Sciences in Poznan.
- To assess awareness of nicotine dependence risks in this student population.
Summary:
- A survey of 90 first-year midwifery students utilized a 13-question questionnaire and the Fagerström and Schneider tests.
- Results indicated that only 3 students (3.33%) were regular cigarette smokers.
- The majority of students demonstrated awareness regarding the health threats associated with nicotine dependence.
Impact:
- Highlights a low prevalence of regular smoking in a specific health profession student group.
- Informs targeted health education and smoking cessation interventions for university students.
- Contributes data to understanding smoking behaviors in future healthcare providers.
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