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        Using air quality feedback to reduce second-hand smoke levels in homes: Working in partnership with a local champion to deliver the REFRESH approach


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        Author(s)

        Sean Semple, Amanda Amos and Rory Morrison

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        Professor Amanda Amos  Professor of Health Promotion, Centre for Population Health Sciences, University of Edinburgh

        Abstract

        This pilot study used quantitative and qualitative methods to examine the delivery of low-cost, second-hand smoke (SHS) measurement devices via a ‘Local Champion’ (community worker) within a Child and Family Centre in one of the most deprived areas in Scotland.  With a short training course and telephone/email support to provide feedback material the Local Champion helped to deliver personalised, household air-quality data to eight Centre participants wishing to reduce household SHS levels.

        Data on SHS levels from seven homes covering a cumulative period of nearly 38 days were gathered. Three participants also completed the one-month follow-up. All demonstrated reductions in SHS levels (average reduction 52%; range 31 to 73%). Qualitative interviews with five participants, the community centre staff and the Local Champion provided detailed information on the effectiveness of personalised air-quality data and how the system could be further improved.

        Building on the original REFRESH project, this pilot suggests that a postal system, backed up by telephone and email support, can provide disadvantaged parents with personalised information about SHS levels. Participants were able to successfully self-install the low-cost air-quality monitors in their home. This approach overcomes some of the recruitment and delivery barriers previously identified in the main REFRESH project.


        Source of funding: Big Lottery Foundation

        Declaration of interest: None

         
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