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Objective:

This systematic review aims to identify and explore the experiences and views of women, children, and professionals regarding second-hand smoke exposure prevention in the home, workplace, school, personal vehicles, and public places in Middle Eastern countries.

Introduction:

Exposure to second-hand smoke is a significant public health problem globally, but particularly in Middle Eastern countries. Whilst many Middle Eastern countries have implemented tobacco-control programs and have legislation that bans smoking in public places, the legislation is not always comprehensively implemented or enforced. Therefore, women and children continue to be exposed to second-hand smoke in public and private settings.

Inclusion criteria:

This review will consider studies that include the views and experiences of any of the following three groups:(i) women (including pregnant women and mothers),(ii …