The significant relationship between unmnet needs and quality of life in breast cancer patients may be improved with interventions for patients’ psychosocial needs. This will require re-evaluation of doctor-patient communication.

Smoking in University students increased dramatically in Cukurova, Southern Turkey. Best friends' attitudes towards smoking and family members' smoking behaviour were important determinants of smoking. Effective smoking prevention programmes should take into account the dominant influence of peers on the onset and maintenance of smoking behaviour.