Prevalence, cessation, and geographical variation of smoking among middle-aged and elderly adults in China: A population-based study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Smoking significantly burdens human health, contributing to an increasing incidence of mortality and morbidity. This study aims to explore the prevalence of smoking, cessation, and the association between various risk factors and smoking intensity measured in pack-years among Chinese adults.

Methods

During 2020-2021, the China Stroke High-risk Population Screening and Intervention Program (CSHPSIP) invited participants aged ≥40 years from 31 provinces in mainland China. This cross-sectional study presents the standardized prevalence of smoking and cessation across various demographics, including age, sex, residence, income, education level, BMI, and geographical region of residence. Multivariable logistic regression was used to examine the associations between s

SUBMITTER: Zeng Q 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11259031 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature