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Smoking in hospitals.

J C Catford, D Nutbeam

    Lancet (London, England)
    |July 9, 1983
    PubMed
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    Smoking restrictions in public places are key for prevention. A survey found high compliance in Wessex health facilities, though some areas still sold cigarettes and favored smokers.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Health Services Research
    • Tobacco Control

    Background:

    • Implementing smoking restrictions in public spaces is a critical component of smoking prevention strategies.
    • Hospitals and health centers are vital settings for public health initiatives, including tobacco control.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the extent of smoking restrictions in health service premises within the Wessex Region.
    • To evaluate compliance with smoking bans among patients, visitors, and staff.

    Main Methods:

    • A survey was conducted across 190 hospitals and health centers in the Wessex Region.
    • Data collection focused on policies regarding smoking in public areas and sales of tobacco products.

    Main Results:

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    • High levels of smoking restrictions were observed in surveyed health facilities.
    • Patients, visitors, and staff demonstrated good compliance with established smoking restrictions.
    • However, a significant portion of acute and maternity hospitals sold cigarettes, and smoke-free facilities were not universally available for patients.
    • Doctors' involvement in promoting non-smoking behaviors was minimal.

    Conclusions:

    • While smoking restrictions are widely implemented and complied with in Wessex health settings, gaps remain, particularly concerning the availability of smoke-free environments for patients and the continued sale of cigarettes.
    • Setting and monitoring goals for non-smoking areas based on floor space percentage is recommended.
    • The sale of cigarettes should be prohibited in hospitals, with potential exceptions for long-stay facilities.