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Tobacco use is a significant health risk for children in Central Delhi, with 16.4% of students aged 8-14 consuming tobacco. Peer influence is a major factor, highlighting the need for mandatory health education on tobacco hazards.

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  • Pediatric Health
  • Tobacco Control

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  • Tobacco use poses significant health risks to children, despite growing awareness.
  • Childhood tobacco consumption remains a critical public health concern globally and in urban settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence, patterns, and initiation age of tobacco consumption in school children.
  • To identify factors influencing tobacco use and its correlation with education.
  • To evaluate oral lesions associated with tobacco use in children aged 8-14 in Central Delhi.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 500 students aged 8-14 years in Central Delhi.
  • Data collected via structured, prevalidated questionnaires and intraoral examinations.
  • Health education sessions were conducted post-examination.

Main Results:

  • The prevalence of tobacco consumption was 16.4%, with males predominantly affected (89%).
  • Smokeless tobacco, particularly Gutka, was the most preferred form.
  • Mean age of initiation was around 9.5 years, with friends being the primary influence (78%).

Conclusions:

  • Tobacco use is high among young children in Central Delhi, presenting an emerging health problem.
  • Early initiation and peer influence are critical factors.
  • Regular, mandatory health education for students, teachers, and parents is recommended.