Prevalence and demographic factors of smoking in Morocco
Chakib Nejjari1, Mohamed Chakib Benjelloun, Mohamed Berraho
1Department of Epidemiology, Clinical Research and Community Health, Fez University, Km 2.2, Route Sidi Harazem, Fez, Morocco. cnejjari2000@yahoo.fr
Objectives:
To study the prevalence and determinants of cigarette smoking in Morocco.
Methods:
A sample of 9,195 individuals aged 15-90 years, were randomly selected, using a stratified cluster sampling technique. A cross-sectional, household, community-based survey was conducted using a tested questionnaire. The interview covered personal, social and educational characteristics of the respondents and their smoking status. The association between current smoking and sociodemographic variables was estimated.
Results:
The overall prevalence of current smoking was 31.5% for males and 3.1% for females. In men, smoking was associated with lower educational level. In women, it was associated with higher educational level and social class.
Conclusion:
Cigarette smoking remains an important public health problem in Morocco. A comprehensive strategy for tobacco control is needed.
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