What are the Key Epidemiological Indicators Used to Measure the Impact of FCTC?
Epidemiologists use several indicators to measure the impact of FCTC, including:
Prevalence of smoking and other forms of tobacco use Incidence and prevalence of tobacco-related diseases Rates of tobacco cessation Exposure to secondhand smoke Changes in tobacco consumption patterns
These indicators provide valuable data for assessing the effectiveness of tobacco control policies and interventions.
