Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking: An Emerging Health Crisis in the United States
Methods: A literature review was performed to compile information relating to waterpipe tobacco smoking.
Results: Waterpipe tobacco smoking is increasing in prevalence worldwide; in the United States, 1020 of some young adult populations are current waterpipe users. Depending on the toxicant measured, a single waterpipe session produces the equivalent of at least 1 and as many as 50 cigarettes. Misconceptions about waterpipe smoke content may lead users to underestimate health risks.
Conclusion: Inclusion of waterpipe tobacco smoking in tobacco control activities may help reduce its spread.
Keywords: adolescent behavior; prevention; waterpipe tobacco smoking
Document Type: Research Article
Affiliations: 1 Graduate Student, Department of Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA.
Publication date: 01 May 2010
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