An investigation of the impact of retail distribution on tobacco purchase and smoking

Suzan Burton, Daniela Spanjaard, Janet Hoek

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    Abstract

    ![CDATA[Evidence suggests that tobacco point of sale (POS) displays prompt impulse purchases and cue smoking, and as a result, several countries have required removal of these displays. In the absence of POS displays, it is uncertain if the widespread distribution of tobacco still results in impulse purchase of tobacco and/or smoking, but influential health researchers have argued for restrictions on tobacco supply, including a reduction in the number of tobacco retailers. However till now, there has been very little evidence to suggest that such measures will lead to decreases in smoking. Using a combination of in-depth interviews and real time data collected from smokers and attempting quitters, this research provides the first evidence that the sight of tobacco retailers, even in the absence of POS displays, can provide a trigger to buy cigarettes and/or smoke, providing evidence to support restrictions on tobacco distribution.]]
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationProceedings of ANZMAC 2012: 3-5 December 2012, University of South Australia, Adelaide, S.A.
    PublisherEdith Cowan University
    Number of pages8
    ISBN (Print)9780646563305
    Publication statusPublished - 2012
    EventAustralian & New Zealand Marketing Academy. Conference -
    Duration: 3 Dec 2012 → …

    Conference

    ConferenceAustralian & New Zealand Marketing Academy. Conference
    Period3/12/12 → …

    Keywords

    • tobacco
    • advertising, point-of-sale
    • smoking
    • smoking cessation
    • smoking triggers

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