Abstract
Objectives
To study the prevalence and determinants of cigarette smoking in Morocco.
Methods
A sample of 9,195 individuals aged 15–90 years, were randomly selected, using a stratified cluster sampling technique. A cross-sectional, household, community-based survey was conducted using a tested questionnaire. The interview covered personal, social and educational characteristics of the respondents and their smoking status. The association between current smoking and sociodemographic variables was estimated.
Results
The overall prevalence of current smoking was 31.5% for males and 3.1% for females. In men, smoking was associated with lower educational level. In women, it was associated with higher educational level and social class.
Conclusion
Cigarette smoking remains an important public health problem in Morocco. A comprehensive strategy for tobacco control is needed.
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We thank the Moroccan Health Ministry and Interior Ministry for having authorized the survey and the International Union against Tuberculosis and Lung Diseases (IUATLD) for its support and help. We thank Mr Noregma Ouedraogo for his contribution and assistance to the study and all the interviewers for their participation in collecting information.
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Nejjari, C., Benjelloun, M.C., Berraho, M. et al. Prevalence and demographic factors of smoking in Morocco. Int J Public Health 54, 447–451 (2009). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00038-009-0082-2
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