“THE PREVALENCE OF TOBACCO HABITS IN RANCHI DISTRICT, JHARKHAND: A QUESTIONNAIRE-BASED SURVEY
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tobacco, smokeless tobacco, precancerous, cancer
Abstract
Background: Tobacco usage is one of the major causes contributing to development of oral precancerous and cancerous lesions.
AIMS and objectives: The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of tobacco use among residents of Kanke and Tamar blocks. The objectives were to determine the types of tobacco products used and to analyze socio-demographic factors and awareness levels regarding health associated with tobacco consumption.
Material methods: a cross-sectional, community-based study conducted from January to March 2025. A structured questionnaire was administered to collect data on tobacco usage patterns, socio-demographic characteristics, and awareness levels.
RESULT: A total of 1000 people were surveyed in two of the blocks of Ranchi district with mean±SD= 38.62±3.6. Majority of the population was male 64.9%. The prevalence of tobacco habits was 41.7%. The use of Gutkha (smokeless tobacco) was more in Kanke than in Tamar block where Khaini was more prevalent.
Conclusion: The study reveals high prevalence of tobacco use in Ranchi district. Community-level involvement and school-based programs can be crucial in curbing early initiation and reducing the overall burden of tobacco-related diseases.
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Dr. Ruchi Mitra
BDS, MDS, PhD Scholar, Associate Professor, Department of Dentistry, Phulo Jhano Medical College and Hospital, Dumka-814110 Jharkhand, India,
Dr. Arpita Rai
BDS, MDS, PhD, Additional Professor, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Dental Institute, RIMS, Ranchi-834009, Jharkhand, India.
Dr. Sandeep Kumar
BDS, MDS, Associate Professor, Department of Public Health Dentistry, Dental Institute , RIMS, Ranchi-834009, Jharkhand, India.