Adolescents who abuse tobacco are more vulnerable to long-term nicotine dependence,and more than 75%of current smokers started smoking during puberty[1].This early initiation is particularly concerning because the pre...Adolescents who abuse tobacco are more vulnerable to long-term nicotine dependence,and more than 75%of current smokers started smoking during puberty[1].This early initiation is particularly concerning because the prefrontal cortex,which governs executive functions and complex behavior,is not fully mature until age 25,making it especially susceptible to the neurotoxic effects of smoking[2].The smoking rate among Chinese secondary school students decreased from 5.9%in 2019 to 4.2%in 2023[3].However,easy access to cigarettes remains a critical obstacle to further reducing the smoking rate[4].China’s tobacco control strategy goes beyond general population measures to include specific policies protecting minors,such as the Tobacco Monopoly Law(1991)and the Law on the Protection of Minors(2006),which explicitly prohibit tobacco sales to minors.A 2020 revision of the Law on the Protection of Minors,which came into effect in June 2021,introduced specific penalties for noncompliance and significantly enhanced the enforceability of the legislation[5].展开更多
Summary What is already known about this topic?In 2019,China CDC conducted the National Youth Tobacco Survey among secondary school students,and the prevalence rates of ever,current,and frequent smoking were 17.9%,5.9...Summary What is already known about this topic?In 2019,China CDC conducted the National Youth Tobacco Survey among secondary school students,and the prevalence rates of ever,current,and frequent smoking were 17.9%,5.9%,and 1.8%,respectively.What is added by this report?The prevalence rate of cigarette use in males decreased largely from 2019 to 2021 in China,while it increased in 18 provincial-level administrative divisions(PLADs)for females.The tobacco control situation remains challenging among vocational senior high school(VSHS)students.Significant geographical disparities existed in cigarette use.What are the implications for public health practice?Targeted tobacco control policies aimed at VSHS students are needed,specifically those PLADs with higher smoking rates.Additionally,close attention should be paid to female smokers.展开更多
Summary What is already known about this topic?In 2018,unassisted smoking cessation(USC)was the predominant method for quitting smoking among Chinese adult smokers,accounting for 90.1%of cases.The utilization of profe...Summary What is already known about this topic?In 2018,unassisted smoking cessation(USC)was the predominant method for quitting smoking among Chinese adult smokers,accounting for 90.1%of cases.The utilization of professional smoking cessation support was comparatively low in this population.What was added by this report?In 2020,the prevalence of USC methods increased to 93.1%.Concurrently,there was a slight increase in the utilization of pharmaceuticals(from 4.6%in 2018 to 5.5%in 2020)and counseling and quit line services(from 3.2%in 2018 to 7.5%in 2020).On the other hand,the use of e-cigarettes as a cessation aid decreased from 14.9%in 2018 to 9.8%in 2020.Smokers aged 15–24 years old were more likely to rely on pharmaceutical interventions(7.9%),and less likely to choose USC methods(79.0%).What are the implications for public health practice?The promotion of professional cessation support is essential for enhancing smoking cessation rates.展开更多
Summary What is already known about this topic?Previous studies about tobacco use among college students in China were conducted at the school level or city level,with fewer than 5,000 students participating.What is a...Summary What is already known about this topic?Previous studies about tobacco use among college students in China were conducted at the school level or city level,with fewer than 5,000 students participating.What is added by this report?In 2021,China CDC conducted a national tobacco survey targeting students enrolled in the public higher education system.Overall,124,119 students from 220 colleges and universities in 31 provincial-level administrative divisions participated in this survey.Current cigarette smoking,current daily smoking,willingness to quit,and smoking cessation among college students were explored.What are the implications for public health practice?The current daily cigarette smoking rate of college students was significantly higher than that of senior high school students,especially higher vocational college students.Tobacco control interventions,such as a smoke-free school policy and smoking cessation services,need to be reinforced on college campuses.展开更多
文摘Adolescents who abuse tobacco are more vulnerable to long-term nicotine dependence,and more than 75%of current smokers started smoking during puberty[1].This early initiation is particularly concerning because the prefrontal cortex,which governs executive functions and complex behavior,is not fully mature until age 25,making it especially susceptible to the neurotoxic effects of smoking[2].The smoking rate among Chinese secondary school students decreased from 5.9%in 2019 to 4.2%in 2023[3].However,easy access to cigarettes remains a critical obstacle to further reducing the smoking rate[4].China’s tobacco control strategy goes beyond general population measures to include specific policies protecting minors,such as the Tobacco Monopoly Law(1991)and the Law on the Protection of Minors(2006),which explicitly prohibit tobacco sales to minors.A 2020 revision of the Law on the Protection of Minors,which came into effect in June 2021,introduced specific penalties for noncompliance and significantly enhanced the enforceability of the legislation[5].
文摘Summary What is already known about this topic?In 2019,China CDC conducted the National Youth Tobacco Survey among secondary school students,and the prevalence rates of ever,current,and frequent smoking were 17.9%,5.9%,and 1.8%,respectively.What is added by this report?The prevalence rate of cigarette use in males decreased largely from 2019 to 2021 in China,while it increased in 18 provincial-level administrative divisions(PLADs)for females.The tobacco control situation remains challenging among vocational senior high school(VSHS)students.Significant geographical disparities existed in cigarette use.What are the implications for public health practice?Targeted tobacco control policies aimed at VSHS students are needed,specifically those PLADs with higher smoking rates.Additionally,close attention should be paid to female smokers.
基金Supported by the China CDC scientific research project(JY22-3-09).
文摘Summary What is already known about this topic?In 2018,unassisted smoking cessation(USC)was the predominant method for quitting smoking among Chinese adult smokers,accounting for 90.1%of cases.The utilization of professional smoking cessation support was comparatively low in this population.What was added by this report?In 2020,the prevalence of USC methods increased to 93.1%.Concurrently,there was a slight increase in the utilization of pharmaceuticals(from 4.6%in 2018 to 5.5%in 2020)and counseling and quit line services(from 3.2%in 2018 to 7.5%in 2020).On the other hand,the use of e-cigarettes as a cessation aid decreased from 14.9%in 2018 to 9.8%in 2020.Smokers aged 15–24 years old were more likely to rely on pharmaceutical interventions(7.9%),and less likely to choose USC methods(79.0%).What are the implications for public health practice?The promotion of professional cessation support is essential for enhancing smoking cessation rates.
文摘Summary What is already known about this topic?Previous studies about tobacco use among college students in China were conducted at the school level or city level,with fewer than 5,000 students participating.What is added by this report?In 2021,China CDC conducted a national tobacco survey targeting students enrolled in the public higher education system.Overall,124,119 students from 220 colleges and universities in 31 provincial-level administrative divisions participated in this survey.Current cigarette smoking,current daily smoking,willingness to quit,and smoking cessation among college students were explored.What are the implications for public health practice?The current daily cigarette smoking rate of college students was significantly higher than that of senior high school students,especially higher vocational college students.Tobacco control interventions,such as a smoke-free school policy and smoking cessation services,need to be reinforced on college campuses.
