Tobacco smoking using a waterpipe: a re-emerging strain in a global epidemic

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Authors

Wasim Maziak · Syrian Center for Tobacco Studies

Kenneth D. Ward · Syrian Center for Tobacco Studies

Rima Afifi · American University of Beirut

Abstract

More scientific documentation and careful analysis is required before the spread of waterpipe use and its health effects can be understood, and empirically guided treatment and public policy strategies can be implemented.

Topics & Keywords

Smoking Behavior and Cessation

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Tobacco Control

Volume 13, Issue 4, pp. 327-333

DOI: 10.1136/tc.2004.008169

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