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Antonietta De Clemente1, Simona Frigerio, Marco Clari

  • 1Asl TO5. dclnnt@tiscali.it.

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|May 31, 2016
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Most health professionals view electronic cigarettes negatively, despite some believing they aid smoking cessation. This study highlights a need for better education and policy regarding e-cigarette use among healthcare workers.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Healthcare Professional Behavior
  • Tobacco Control

Background:

  • Electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use is increasing among healthcare professionals.
  • The long-term health effects of e-cigarette use remain largely unknown.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate smoking habits, knowledge, and opinions of healthcare professionals regarding electronic cigarettes.
  • To understand the perceptions of e-cigarettes within the healthcare workforce.

Main Methods:

  • A multicenter, cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted.
  • An online questionnaire was administered to 800 healthcare professionals across two hospitals.

Main Results:

  • 66.8% of respondents considered e-cigarettes potentially harmful and a gateway to smoking.
  • 38.8% believed e-cigarettes could aid smoking cessation.
  • Male gender was associated with tobacco and e-cigarette use (p=0.034).
  • Respondents lacked specific knowledge about e-cigarettes and requested training.

Conclusions:

  • Healthcare professionals predominantly hold negative opinions about electronic cigarette use.
  • Study findings informed improvements in hospital smoking policies.
  • There is a recognized need for specific guidelines and training on e-cigarettes for healthcare workers.