Tobacco use is disproportionately distributed among various population groups. While much is known about the disparities in tobacco use by race/ethnicity, income level, education level, and gender, little recent information is available on rural/urban disparities in tobacco use. Knowledge of these differences can help tobacco control organizations better direct their efforts to reduce tobacco use among all populations. For example, preliminary evidence suggests that the use of chewing tobacco may be more heavily concentrated among rural populations.
This session will examine differences in tobacco use prevalence by rural and urban youth populations in the US based on data from the NYTS (National Youth Tobacco Survey) and the NYRBS (National Youth Risk Behavior Survey). The session will also discuss context-specific strategies for working to reduce disparities in tobacco use between rural and urban youth.
Learning Objectives: Participants will acquire information on disparities in tobacco use for rural and urban youth populations in the US. They will also acquire information and perspectives on strategies to reduce tobacco disparities for rural and urban populations. At the conclusion of the session, participants will be able to: 1. Articulate the disparity in cigarette and smokeless tobacco use between rural and urban youth populations. 2. Discuss three strategies for reducing disparities in tobacco use between rural and urban youth populations in the U.S.
Keywords: Tobacco Control, Rural Health
Presenting author's disclosure statement:
Organization/institution whose products or services will be discussed: None
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.