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. 2010 Oct;19(5):355-60.
doi: 10.1136/tc.2009.031153.

Phasing-out tobacco: proposal to deny access to tobacco for those born from 2000

Deborah Khoo  1 , Yvonne Chiam, Priscilla Ng, A J Berrick, H N Koong
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Phasing-out tobacco: proposal to deny access to tobacco for those born from 2000

Deborah Khoo et al. Tob Control. 2010 Oct.
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Abstract

As a contribution to worldwide efforts towards a tobacco-free society, this paper considers the possibility of a long-term phasing-in of a total ban, by proposing that individuals born in or after the year 2000 have their supply of tobacco restricted. In conjunction, a survey that we have conducted in Singapore indicates strong public support (even among current smokers) for the proposal.

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The potential impact in a country with 30% adult tobacco users.
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The potential impact of modification in a country with low prevalence (10%) of tobacco users.
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Response regarding importance of preventing children from ever taking up smoking.
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Percentage support for smoking ban for individuals born in or after the year 2000.
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Percentage support for smoking ban by sub-segments.
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