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Mashita et al. BMC Pediatrics 2011, 11:58 /1471-2431/11/58 RESEARCH ARTICLE Open Access Current smoking behaviour among rural South African children: Ellisras Longitudinal Study Ramaijane J Mashita1†, Mahlapahlapana J Themane1†, Kotsedi D Monyeki2*† and Han CG Kemper3† Abstract Background: The use of tobacco products is the major cause of chronic diseases morbidity and mortality. Most smokers start the smoking habits from childhood and adolescent stages. Method: This was a c