Was there any change in tobacco smoking among adults in Bangladesh during 2009-2017? Insights from two nationally representative cross-sectional surveys.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study assessed the changes in prevalence and associated factors of tobacco smoking among Bangladeshi adults over time.

Design

Nationally representative cross-sectional surveys.

Setting

Two most recent Global Adults Tobacco Survey (GATS) data from Bangladesh, carried out in 2009 and 2017.

Participants

Adult population aged 15 and above (n=9629 in 2009; n=12 783 in 2017).

Outcome measures

Current use of tobacco smoke, including cigarettes, bidi, hukkah, cigars or pipes, which was dichotomised ('yes'/'no').

Methods

We analysed data from two recent rounds of GATS (2009 and 2017). Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used.

Results

The overall prevalence of tobacco smoking among Bangladeshi adults was noted (23.00%, 95% CI

SUBMITTER: Rahman MA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8689193 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature