Tobacco use among medical students and surrogate control of tobacco in India
2011
Tobacco Use Among Medical Students in India
Editorial
Author Information
Author(s): Virendra Singh
Primary Institution: SMS Medical College, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Hypothesis
Is the prevalence of tobacco use among medical students lower than that of other college students?
Conclusion
The prevalence of tobacco use among medical college students is significantly lower than that in students from other colleges.
Supporting Evidence
- Tobacco is responsible for killing about 5 million people worldwide each year.
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and respiratory tract cancer are common causes of death due to tobacco.
- The prevalence of tobacco use among medical college students is 18%, compared to 44% in other college students.
Takeaway
Doctors and medical students smoke less than students in other fields, which is good because they should set a good example for others.
Participant Demographics
Medical college students compared to students from other colleges.
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