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An Assessment Of Whether Medical Doctors Have The Knowledge That Would Enable Them To Competently Deliver Tobacco Cessation Services, Miriam Miima Khamonya
An Assessment Of Whether Medical Doctors Have The Knowledge That Would Enable Them To Competently Deliver Tobacco Cessation Services, Miriam Miima Khamonya
Theses & Dissertations
Background: Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable morbidity and mortality globally. The international community recognizes this epidemic and compelling evidence exists on the significant contribution of the health care provider in propagating the success of tobacco cessation. The World Health Organization highlights minimal implementation of tobacco control policies by Tanzania despite a rise in tobacco use prevalence. Medical doctors’ competence is a reflection on our commitment to tobacco cessation service delivery.
Main Objectives: To assess whether medical doctors have the knowledge that would enable them to competently deliver tobacco cessation services.
Specific Objectives
1. To assess medical …