Does smoking status affect the likelihood of consulting a doctor about respiratory symptoms? A pilot survey in Western Australia

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Smokers attribute respiratory symptoms, even when severe, to everyday causes and not as indicative of ill-health warranting medical attention. The aim of this pilot study was to conduct a structured vignette survey of people attendin...

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Main Authors: O'Connor Moira, Smith Marthe, Halkett Georgia, Arnet Hayley, Jiwa Moyez, Rhodes Julia, Poland Kate, Bulsara Max
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-02-01
Series:BMC Family Practice
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2296/10/16