Smoking patterns amongst the students of NWFP medical colleges

ABSTRACT

A survey of the cigarette smoking habits amongst medical students of NWFP was conducted in October, 1990 to April, 1991. 2050 students [Male-1170, Female-240] from KMC and Males-535, Females-105 from AMC] filled and returned the questionnaires. Out of the total students, 9.95% were smokers, 2% ex-smokers and 88% non-smokers. Fathers and brothers of 35% and 52% smokers students smoked for pleasurable relaxation, fun and to alleviate their anxieties. Most of the students were non-smokers and most of the ex-smokers had left smoking realizing its adverse effects on health