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Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking and Other Multiple Sclerosis Environmental Risk Factors
Neuroepidemiology, 2021<b><i>Introduction:</i></b> There are a number of well-established risk factors for multiple sclerosis (MS). Other factors, however, showed conflicting or inconsistent results. Here, we examine some factors that are unique to or more practiced in Saudi Arabia (SA) and the Arab region such as waterpipe tobacco smoking (WTS), face
Nuha M. Alkhawajah +4 more
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The effects of tobacco waterpipe smoking on the ocular surface
Clinical and Experimental Optometry, 2021This study was conducted to determine the effect of tobacco waterpipe smoking on the ocular surface. The findings could be useful in understanding ocular surface changes and associated symptoms in waterpipe smokers.Tobacco smoking has been reported to have many systemic and ocular adverse effects.
May M Bakkar +2 more
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Waterpipe tobacco smoking: The critical need for cessation treatment
Drug and Alcohol Dependence, 2015Waterpipe use has spread globally, and has substantial negative health effects and nicotine dependence potential. A growing literature addresses cessation-related experiences of waterpipe users, but this literature has not been summarized nor is guidance available on developing and testing cessation interventions.Authors gathered key empirical papers ...
Kenneth D, Ward +4 more
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Factors associated with waterpipe tobacco smoking among Lebanese women
Women & Health, 2018Waterpipe tobacco smoking (WTS) has become a serious public health threat in the Middle East and beyond. To estimate the prevalence rates of cigarette and WTS among Lebanese women and describe characteristics associated with each behavior. Secondary analysis of women's health data obtained in a national survey in 2010.
Daou, Karim N. +2 more
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Waterpipe tobacco smoking may undermine the progress made in curbing cigarette smoking
BMJ, 2014The recent news report highlights how hookah pipes may serve as a gateway to cigarette smoking.1 Longitudinal studies among adolescents in Denmark and Jordan came to similar conclusions.2 3 Compared with other nicotine containing products, such as smokeless tobacco and electronic cigarettes, the gateway hypothesis for waterpipes seems to be a largely ...
Mohammed, Jawad, Christopher, Millett
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Nicotine & Tobacco Research, 2013
There is a rising prevalence of waterpipe smoking worldwide, but still a paucity of information on perceptions toward quitting waterpipe use. We set out to establish the beliefs and perceptions of café waterpipe smokers toward quitting waterpipe smoking in the Kingdom of Bahrain.A cross-sectional study.
Saif M, Borgan +2 more
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There is a rising prevalence of waterpipe smoking worldwide, but still a paucity of information on perceptions toward quitting waterpipe use. We set out to establish the beliefs and perceptions of café waterpipe smokers toward quitting waterpipe smoking in the Kingdom of Bahrain.A cross-sectional study.
Saif M, Borgan +2 more
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Waterpipe tobacco smoking: nicotine dependence and smoking control strategies among youth
Journal of Substance Use, 2020Objective: Waterpipe smoking has significantly increased in prevalence among youth in recent years.
Sukaina Alzyoud +2 more
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Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking: A Less Harmful Alternative?
2015Waterpipe smoking is a centuries-old method of inhaling tobacco after it has passed through a body of water. Cultural variations exist in its use; however, the West in particular has witnessed a surge in flavoured waterpipe tobacco use, known as moassel.
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Tobacco Control
IntroductionDespite its known health risks, the tobacco epidemic is evolving as waterpipe tobacco smoking (WTS) in Africa increases. This study explores media coverage of WTS in Africa to identify key themes, misinformation and opportunities for public health education.MethodsBetween October and December 2023, we analysed media articles using Tobacco ...
Olufemi A Erinoso +5 more
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IntroductionDespite its known health risks, the tobacco epidemic is evolving as waterpipe tobacco smoking (WTS) in Africa increases. This study explores media coverage of WTS in Africa to identify key themes, misinformation and opportunities for public health education.MethodsBetween October and December 2023, we analysed media articles using Tobacco ...
Olufemi A Erinoso +5 more
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Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking in Three Israeli Adult Populations.
The Israel Medical Association journal : IMAJ, 2015Waterpipe tobacco smoking (WTS) is common in some populations and may add increased risk for tobacco-related diseases.To assess the rates of WTS and risk practices associated with WTS in three distinct populations in Israel: long-term Jewish residents (LTJR), immigrants from the former Soviet Union (fSU), and Arabs.We conducted a cross-sectional survey
Orna, Baron-Epel +2 more
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