The impact of tobacco-free pharmacy policies on smoking prevalence.

摘要: Abstract Objectives California and Massachusetts are the only 2 states in United States with municipalities that have local laws prohibiting sale of tobacco products by pharmacies. The impacts tobacco-free pharmacy remain understudied. This study aims to fill this gap examining association between smoking prevalence among adults over time Massachusetts. Design used a series cross-sectional surveys. data source for was Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance Survey each year from 2005 to 2013. Setting longitudinal changes at city or county level were estimated comparisons made cities counties those without laws. Participants participants estimate representative within Intervention implementation considered be intervention study. Main outcome measures adults. Mixed-effects negative binomial models performed primarily examine measures. Results decreased both time. In Massachusetts, there statistically significant decrease compared such Despite presence an 8.6% after laws, reduction not controlling trend rates overall other factors. Conclusion evaluated regard real-world impacts. Our findings highlight need future research on effects prolonged span comprehensive understanding law's enforcement.