Promoting reduced smoking rates in the context of workplace smoking bans

Am J Health Promot. 1999 Sep-Oct;14(1):1-3, ii. doi: 10.4278/0890-1171-14.1.1.

Abstract

A randomized study was conducted in 41 workplaces to determine the potential of self-help and group-based programs to encourage reduced smoking in workplaces that have implemented smoking bans. The trial had limited success in recruiting smokers, attrition was an important limitation, and the study outcomes were modest. The authors conclude that more research is needed on effective strategies that help smokers minimize smoking at work.

Publication types

  • Clinical Trial
  • Randomized Controlled Trial
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Analysis of Variance
  • Australia / epidemiology
  • Female
  • Health Promotion / methods*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Occupational Health Services / methods*
  • Pamphlets
  • Self-Help Groups
  • Smoking / epidemiology
  • Smoking Prevention*