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Smoking and COPD Knowledge in the General Spanish Population: A CONOCEPOC Study
Juan Luis Rodríguez Hermosa1,2, Marc Miravitlles3,4, José Luis López-Campos4,5
1Pulmonary Department, Research Institute of Hospital Clínico San Carlos (IdISSC), 28040 Madrid, Spain.
Tobacco use has significantly decreased in Spain, with fewer adults smoking. Public knowledge of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) has increased, though regional disparities persist, highlighting the need for targeted health strategies.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
- Respiratory Medicine
Background:
- Assesses tobacco use and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) knowledge in Spain's adult population.
- Compares current findings to a 2011 survey to identify trends.
Purpose of the Study:
- Evaluate the prevalence of tobacco consumption.
- Determine the level of public knowledge regarding COPD.
- Analyze demographic and geographic variations in both factors.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional, observational epidemiological study.
- Telephone interviews with 6,534 adult respondents.
- Data stratified by sex, age, and residential setting (rural/urban).
Main Results:
- Current smoking prevalence decreased from 2011 levels (men: 21.1% to 16.1%; women: 17.9% to 13.2%).
- Spontaneous COPD knowledge reached 32.5%, with significant regional variations.
- Social media and the internet were primary information sources for COPD (39.6%).
Conclusions:
- Tobacco use has declined considerably in Spain.
- Public awareness of COPD has improved, but geographic disparities require attention.
- Enhanced COPD education and smoking prevention, particularly for women, are recommended.
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