Evaluation of the Implementation of smoke free regulations in public places in Cairo : final progress report

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2006-12

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Egyptian Smoking Prevention and Research Institute (ESPRI), National Hepatology and Tropical Medicine Research Institute (NHTMRI), Cairo, EG

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An expert group together with project consultants prepared an observational checklist designed to monitor the smoking control policy in enclosed public places, including recreational facilities and hospitals, in greater Cairo. The complete sample of public places included: schools, hospitals, government buildings, public transportation, recreational places and shopping malls. Results show that barriers to effective smoking restrictions are: existence of only partial restrictions and not a complete ban; poor physical conditions and management of public places; inadequate education and motivation of staff and administration; a party responsible for enforcement. Policy will require a complete ban on smoking in healthcare and educational institutions.

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TOBACCO CONTROL, TREATY IMPLEMENTATION, SMOKE-FREE POLICY, TOBACCO SMOKE POLLUTION, PUBLIC OPINION, AIR QUALITY, PARTICULATE MATTER

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http://hdl.handle.net/10625/51026

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IDRC Research Results / Résultats de recherches du CRDI
2000-2009 / Années 2000-2009
Research Results (NCDP) / Résultats de recherches (PMNT)