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Research on Electronic Cigarettes and Waterpipe (RECIG-WP)

June 17, 2017
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Electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use has grown exponentially and the use of waterpipes is on the rise, especially among youth and young adults. Concerns surround initiation of these products among youth and young adults, and the relationship of the
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2015 Smoke-Free Ontario Strategy Monitoring Report

February 17, 2016
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Key Findings: Past 30-day use of various tobacco products (including cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff or chewing tobacco, but not including waterpipe and electronic cigarettes) reported by Ontarians aged 12 years or older was 20% – statistically lowe
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Hookah in Toronto

May 14, 2015
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This infographic is based on the findings of a study by OTRU researchers that assessed air quality using multiple ambient air measures and a biomarker for exposure in both indoor and outdoor waterpipe cafes in Toronto, Canada. Zhang B, Haji F, Kaufma
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“Enter At Your Own Risk”: A Multi-Method Study of Air Quality and Biomarkers in Canadian Waterpipe Cafes

March 12, 2015
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Abstract: Background: Tobacco and non-tobacco-based waterpipe smoking has increased exponentially in many countries in recent decades, particularly among youth and young adults. Although tobacco smoking is banned in many indoor public places, waterpi
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Waterpipe Use Among High School Students in Ontario: Demographic and Substance Use Correlates

March 08, 2015
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Abstract Objective: To examine waterpipe use and its association with demographic factors, tobacco cigarette smoking, ever use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) and alcohol use among high school students. Methods: Data were derived from the 201
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Waterpipe Use in Ontario

April 14, 2014
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As waterpipe use has increased around the world, it has become a growing public health concern. This update examines the latest population survey data about the prevalence of waterpipe use in Ontario, patterns of use, beliefs and attitudes about use
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Waterpipe Smoking: A Growing Health Concern

January 11, 2011
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Waterpipe (hookah) use is increasing globally. This update reviews recent data that provide an indication of level of use in Canada, summarizes evidence suggesting that waterpipe smoke is at least as toxic as cigarette smoke and points to serious hea
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