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Smokeless tobacco: Knowledge, attitudes and use among adults in Lagos, South-West, Nigeria

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: Background: Smokeless tobacco (SLT) use leads to nicotine addiction and is associated with several health problems. However, it may be perceived as a safe alternative to cigarettes resulting in a potential for increased use among smokers and non-smokers alike. We assessed the pattern of smokeless tobacco use, as well as, the knowledge and attitudes towards SLT among adult residents in Lagos, South West Nigeria..

Source: Journal of Addiction Medicine and Therapeutic Science

DOI: 10.17352/2455-3484.000035

Authors: OA Opanuga, OO Ayankogbe, EO Oluwole, OO Odukoya

Language: English

Topic: Smoking Behavior and Cessation

Subfield: Physiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W3035744243

FWCI: 0.253

Cites: 21

Cited by: 3

Related to: 10