The burden of smoking-related diseases in Jordan is increasingly evident. During 2006, chronic,
noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) accounted for more than 50% of all deaths in Jordan. With this
evidence in hand, we highlight the prevalence of smoking in Jordan among youth and adults and
briefly review legislation that governs tobacco control in Jordan. The prevalence of smoking in
Jordan remains unacceptably high with smoking and use of tobacco prevalences ranging from 15%
to 30% among students aged 13-15 years and a current smoking prevalence near 50% among men.
Opportunities exist to further reduce smoking among both youth and adults; however, combating
tobacco use in Jordan will require partnerships and long-term commitments between both private
and public institutions as well as within local communities