Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of College Students Toward E-cigarettes: A Study From the Northern Part of Karnataka, India

The study offers critical insights into the knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding e-cigarettes among medical students in northern Karnataka. While awareness is high, there is a notable gap in accurate understanding of e-cigarettes' safety and addictive nature. The findings emphasize the need for enhanced education and awareness campaigns to correct misconceptions about e-cigarettes.

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Cureus
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2024-09-01
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.68403
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Smoking Behavior and Cessation
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Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of College Students Toward E-cigarettes: A Study From the Northern Part of Karnataka, India

Santosh Ramdurg, Shivakumar Chaukimath, Sreerag Ashok
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Smoking Behavior and Cessation
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Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of College Students Toward E-cigarettes: A Study From the Northern Part of Karnataka, India

Santosh Ramdurg, Shivakumar Chaukimath, Sreerag Ashok
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Abstract

The study offers critical insights into the knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding e-cigarettes among medical students in northern Karnataka. While awareness is high, there is a notable gap in accurate understanding of e-cigarettes' safety and addictive nature. The findings emphasize the need for enhanced education and awareness campaigns to correct misconceptions about e-cigarettes.

CureusVol. 16(9)
Shri BM Patil Medical College (IN)
Openalex Percentile: Top 39%
Smoking Behavior and Cessation
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Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of College Students Toward E-cigarettes: A Study From the Northern Part of Karnataka, India — Santosh Ramdurg, Shivakumar Chaukimath, et al. · Cureus (2024) | TGRS Research Map | TGRS