Learning Objectives: Describe the attitudes held by a cross-section Colorado Latinos on tobacco use and prevention.
Abstract:
Problem/Objective: The National Cancer Institute found that nearly a third of literature on Latinos and tobacco are data on the epidemiology of tobacco use. The data presented here is intended to fill a void in the current scientific knowledge. The research sets out to define a tobacco agenda for Latino communities in Colorado through the use of a ‘needs assessment’ survey of leaders about tobacco use and prevention. This survey data will guide state tobacco policy on the allocation of tobacco settlement dollars to best serve Latino communities.
METHODS: A cross-sectional study will be conducted surveying tobacco prevention and use needs of Latinos in Colorado. Approximately 800 surveys will be mailed in April with questions on tobacco policy, personal use, and perceived needs to address tobacco use and prevention in Latino communities.
RESULTS: We expect a 40 percent response rate to be achieved in mid-May (n~320). The results on the variable listed above will be submitted to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment June 11th and shared at this conference.
Discussion: Latinos grew by 75 percent, since 1990, but very little research data on tobacco use and prevention needs exist. Our research will serve as a foundation for recommendations on how to best serve the needs of Colorado Latinos. In addition, future tobacco use and prevention research focusing on Latinos can use these recommendations for policy discussions and proposals.
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