Oz smoking patterns
September 17, 2015
A NEW report from the Australian
Institute of Health and Welfare
(AIHW) presents baseline data for
indicators established under the
National Tobacco Strategy 2012-
2018.
‘By looking at baseline data, we
can establish a starting point from
which progress can be monitored
over time,’ said AIHW spokesperson
Geoff Neideck.
Smoking prevalence varies across
population groups in Australia,
with smoking rates and deaths
higher among those who are most
disadvantaged, the report said.
The report examines indicators
related to different “themes” such
as exposure, uptake, transition,
established and cessation.
“Over time, we hope a stronger
picture will emerge of smoking
patterns in Australia, providing
better insight into the factors that
influence people to start smoking,
change their smoking habits, and
quit,” Neideck said.
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