WASHINGTON, Jul 15, 2009 (UPI via COMTEX) -- So-called "sandwich generation"
Americans caring for children and parents are concerned about the smoking habits
of both generations, researchers say.
A survey, conducted by Opinion Research Corporation on behalf of the American
Legacy Foundation, indicates 75 percent of respondents with a parent who is a
current or former smoker worry the aging family member could be diagnosed with a
tobacco-related disease.
Thirty-four percent of respondents with teenage or adult children indicate they
were concerned about their child's current or potential smoking.
"This snapshot into the lives and concerns of this segment of our population
reinforces the urgency with which more resources are needed to return money and
lives as dividends," Cheryl G. Healton, president of the American Legacy
Foundation, said in a statement.
"This is especially important given one in five of those concerned about their
parents say the healthcare costs associated with smoking are impacting their
family's financial situation more than ever."
The telephone survey of 1,002 adults in the continental United States was
conducted June 19-22. No margin of error was provided.
The American Legacy Foundation in Washington develops programs that address the
health effects of tobacco use.
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