Prevalence and Determinants of Tobacco Use: Evidence from the Global Adult Tobacco Survey (GATS) 2023, Mexico

Introduction: Usage of Tobacco is a global subject in healthcare, and in Mexico, which is one of the most significant causes of preventable morbidity and mortality worldwide. It is very important to monitor the patterns of tobacco consumption in Mexico for developing the effective policies and public health practices.

Problem: Despite countrywide tobacco control initiatives, adults continue to use tobacco products which lead to serious health problems.

Methodology: This study used the secondary dataset for data analysis obtained from Global Adult Tobacco Survey (GATS) 2023 for Mexico. Descriptive statistical and statistical inferential were used to find the prevalence and patterns of tobacco use. This study also examined the association factors among the demographic, socio-economic and behavioral variables.

Findings: The study finding presented that 19.3% of adults currently smoke with higher percentage of males (23.3%) than females (11.2%). Use of Tobacco was more in the age group of 25 to 34 years with 27.7% and expressively associated with lower educational attainment and specific occupational categories. Approximately 32.4% non-smokers reported exposure to secondhand smoke, while 42.8% of current smokers attempted to quit in the past 12 months. Awareness of health warnings on cigarette packaging was reported by C% of respondents, with measurable impact on cessation intentions.

Conclusion: The study examined the key demographic and behavioral discrepancies in the use of tobacco in Mexico. This study emphasized the importance of targeted cessation strategies, strict enforcement of smoke free rules, and continuous monitoring to reduce tobacco related health risks with world strategies.