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Interventions for waterpipe smoking cessation.

W Maziak1, K D Ward, T Eissenberg

  • 1Syrian Center for Tobacco Studies, University of Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee 38152, USA. wmaziak@memphis.edu

The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
|October 19, 2007
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No studies evaluated waterpipe smoking cessation interventions. Research is needed to understand waterpipe

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Tobacco Control
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Waterpipe smoking, a traditional practice, is increasing globally, particularly among women, girls, and young people.
  • Misconceptions about waterpipe's reduced harm compared to other tobacco use are prevalent.
  • Evidence suggests waterpipe smoking carries significant health risks and addictive potential.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the effectiveness of tobacco cessation interventions specifically for waterpipe users.
  • To identify and evaluate existing research on waterpipe smoking cessation.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature search of multiple databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, PsycINFO) and specialized registers.
  • Inclusion criteria focused on randomized, quasi-randomized, or cluster-randomized controlled trials for waterpipe smokers.

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  • Primary outcome was sustained, biochemically verified abstinence from tobacco use for at least six months.

    • Main Results:

    • No completed intervention trials targeting waterpipe smokers were identified.
    • A pilot randomized controlled trial is currently underway and will be reported in future updates.

    Conclusions:

    • There is a critical lack of evidence-based interventions for waterpipe smoking cessation.
    • Further high-quality randomized trials are essential to develop effective treatments.
    • Public health efforts should focus on disseminating accurate information about waterpipe's harms and addictive properties.