The global epidemic of tobacco and cancer.
OBJECTIVE
To provide a global context for understanding the epidemic of tobacco-induced disease, and the need for nursing action.


METHODS
International cancer and tobacco statistics; published articles.


CONCLUSIONS
Tobacco use is a global problem and a significant issue for cancer control. The efforts of health professionals, especially those concerned about cancer, are needed to confront this epidemic.


CONCLUSIONS
Worldwide action of nurses, the largest group of health professionals, is critical in preventing tobacco use, helping with tobacco cessation, and decreasing exposure to second-hand smoke.
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UCLA School of Nursing, 700 Tiverton Ave, Box 956918, Factor 4-262, Los Angeles, CA 90095-6918, USA.
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D014943:Global Health; D006266:Health Education / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D007391:International Cooperation; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000209:etiology / Q000451:nursing* / Q000517:prevention & control; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009859:Oncology Nursing / Q000592:standards*; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D012307:Risk Factors; D020340:Tobacco Use Cessation / Q000379:methods*; D014029:Tobacco Use Disorder / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000451:nursing* / Q000517:prevention & control