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D T Tran1, R O Kosik, G A Mandell

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Tobacco Control

Background:

  • Tobacco smoking persists as a significant public health issue in Vietnam.
  • Despite two decades of tobacco control policies, smoking prevalence remains high.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the current landscape of tobacco use in Vietnam.
  • To analyze smoking prevalence, secondhand smoke exposure, and tobacco industry marketing tactics.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive review of tobacco-related literature and grey literature.
  • Consultation of data from international health organizations like the World Health Organization and US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Main Results:

  • Adult smoking prevalence was 23.8% (males 47.4%, females 1.4%), with 3.8% among 13-15-year-old students.
  • High secondhand smoke exposure reported at home (73.1%) and workplaces (55.9%).
  • Despite awareness of health risks and anti-smoking messages, cigarette prices decreased relative to GDP, and tax remains low (45%).

Conclusions:

  • Vietnam faces ongoing challenges in tobacco control.
  • There is a critical need for robust enforcement and evidence-based regulations, aligned with the MPOWER framework.
  • These measures are essential to protect both smokers and non-smokers from the adverse health impacts of tobacco.