The habit of cigarette smoking is related to many serious health problems including lung cancer. The harm of cigarette smoking is explained with very scary photos on its packets. But still, people consume it every day without caring for their lives. In such a situation, No Smoking Day (No Smoking Day 2024) is celebrated every year on the second Wednesday of March to make people aware of the risks related to smoking.
Let us tell you that according to the data of the World Health Organization, 8 million people die every year due to tobacco consumption. This includes 1.3 million people who smoke secondhand. At the same time, according to a study, the population of cigarette smokers across India is around 26 crores.
Why do people become addicted to cigarettes?
According to the American Cancer Society, cigarettes contain nicotine which is an addictive substance. As soon as it enters the body, the way the brain works changes. This happens due to the dopamine released due to nicotine, which makes the person feel good, which he wants to feel again and again.
What is the effect of smoking on health?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cigarette smoking causes cancer, heart disease, stroke, lung disease, diabetes, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Smoking also increases the risk of tuberculosis and serious eye diseases.
How long does a person who smokes cigarettes live every day?
According to the National Institutes of Health, one cigarette reduces a person's life by 11 minutes. Another study shows that if a 30-year-old person smokes cigarettes, he will live only for the next 35 years, whereas a non-smoker is likely to live for 53 years.
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