Tobacco Prevention and Control in Humanitarian Settings
Author Information
Author(s): Gudi Nachiket, Mathias Edlin Glane, Swain Ansuman, Gupta Vanshika, Raj Elstin Anbu, Pattanshetty Sanjay, Zodpey Sanjay, Brand Helmut
Primary Institution: Prasanna School of Public Health, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, India
Hypothesis
What are the tobacco prevention and control interventions in humanitarian settings?
Conclusion
There are few tobacco prevention and control interventions in the humanitarian context, highlighting the need for inter-sectoral cooperation.
Supporting Evidence
- Tobacco usage is a major public health concern, especially in humanitarian settings.
- Interventions were delivered using various methods and targeted all age groups.
- High social, physical, and mental stress in humanitarian settings increases tobacco use.
Takeaway
This study looked at how to help people stop using tobacco in places where there are disasters or conflicts, and found that there aren't many programs to help them.
Methodology
A scoping review was conducted using six databases and gray literature, with articles screened and data abstracted by multiple authors.
Limitations
Limited documentation and presentation of cases in humanitarian settings.
Participant Demographics
Studies included all age groups, gender, and ethnicity in humanitarian settings.
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