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#WHATISYOURSTAKE❓❓ 📍Over 80% of the world's 1.3 billion tobacco users live in low- and middle-income countries. Research in 2020 according to World Health Organization shows that 22.3% of the world’s population use tobacco, 36.7% of men, and 7.8% of women. 📍 It's been proven that Nicotine contained in tobacco is highly addictive and tobacco use is a major risk factor for cardiovascular and respiratory disease with over 20 different types or subtypes of cancer, and many other debilitating health conditions. Every year, more than 8 million people die from tobacco use, and the burden of tobacco-related illness and death is heaviest. 📍Tobacco use contributes to poverty by diverting household spending from basic needs such as food and shelter to tobacco. This spending behavior is difficult to curb because tobacco is so addictive. 📍The economic costs of tobacco use are substantial and include significant #Healthcare costs for treating the diseases caused by tobacco use as well as the lost human capital that results from tobacco-attributable morbidity and mortality. #HIGHLIGHTS💯 📍Tobacco kills up to half of its users. 📍Tobacco kills more than 8 million people each year, including 1.3 million non-smokers who are exposed to second-hand smoke. 💯 As a #Healthcareprovider there are some things that I'd advise you can do to greatly reduce your risks for heart disease, heart attacks, and strokes below 👇🏽 🚭 STOP tobacco use 🏃🏻♀️ Exercise regularly 🥗 Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables 🧂 Avoid too much salt 🍺 Limit alcohol consumption 🍭 Minimize sugar intake Don't be a secondhand smoker and advocate for its eradication by voicing out. #worldheartday #Healthylifestyle #Healthworker

Tobacco smoking is one of the world's largest #health problems. Today’s 'World No Tobacco Day 2024' will give a platform to young people across the world, who are urging governments to shield them from predatory tobacco marketing tactics. The WHO estimates that more than 8 million people die prematurely yearly from tobacco use. More than 7 million of those deaths result from direct tobacco use. About 1.3 million are non-smokers who are dying because they are exposed to second-hand smoke. Many more are suffering from #respiratory diseases or lung #cancer. Smoking by very young people continues to be widespread and is a growing problem in some countries. According to the Tobacco Atlas, the estimated number of young teen males and females 13–15 years old who smoke cigarettes or use smokeless tobacco products is approximately 50 million around the globe. In two-thirds of countries, more than 30% of current smokers started smoking daily by age 16. Today, on World Tobacco Free Day, let's remind us, that by choosing a tobacco free life, we pave the way for a healthier future.  #TobaccoExposed #HealthAndWellbeing 

As an individual with limited knowledge on tobacco and nicotine, I found week6’s presentation rather interesting yet insightful. I learned that the question of whether the development of e-cigarettes should be encouraged or discouraged is a complex one with both pros and cons. It depends on various factors, including public health, harm reduction, and regulation. For instance, some studies suggest that e-cigarettes are less harmful than traditional cigarettes, and they may help decrease smoking-related diseases. Encouraging smokers to switch to e-cigarettes could lead to significant public health benefits. On the other hand, the long-term health effects of e-cigarette use are not yet fully understood. Discouraging their development is a precautionary approach to avoid potential health risks that might emerge in the future. In conclusion, whether the development of e-cigarettes should be encouraged or discouraged depends on the balance between potential harm reduction for adult smokers and the prevention of youth vaping. Striking the right balance requires thorough research, strict regulation, and comprehensive public health efforts to minimize risks and maximize benefits. 🚬 #tobacco #governmentintervention

🚭 On this World No Tobacco Day, we join the global effort to raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco use and the importance of living a tobacco-free life. 🌍 Tobacco use remains one of the leading causes of preventable illness and death worldwide. Approximately 8 million people die each year due to tobacco-related causes, which translates to around 21,900 deaths per day globally. This includes over 7 million deaths from direct tobacco use and about 1.3 million deaths from exposure to second-hand smoke. These figures underscore the significant public health impact of tobacco use worldwide. As healthcare professionals, it is our duty to educate and support our communities in making healthier choices. By reducing tobacco consumption, we can significantly improve public health outcomes and create a healthier future for all. 🔗 Learn more about the initiatives and goals of World No Tobacco Day 2024 by visiting the official World Health Organization campaign page: https://lnkd.in/eQ-ddmGG 🔗 Read detailed information on tobacco's impact on health: https://lnkd.in/dP5unx6 🔗 Explore global smoking statistics: https://lnkd.in/d3XTn8Mj 🔗 Find resources to help quit smoking at the American Cancer Society: https://lnkd.in/gUusxtVw 🔗 Access free quitting smoking resources from Smokefree.gov: https://www.smokefree.gov/ Together, let's work towards a world free from the harmful effects of tobacco. 🌱💪 #WorldNoTobaccoDay #Health #Wellness #TobaccoFree #PublicHealth #Pharmacy #Healthcare ♻️ Repost this message to spread awareness. Share it with someone who wants to lead a healthier, tobacco-free life! ♻️ Swenson Pharmacy Advisors (SPA) Website: https://lnkd.in/gWFbVAjz

Happy World No Tobacco Day! 🚭 Organized by the World Health Organization, this event raises awareness about the dangers of tobacco use and the importance of quitting for a healthier life. Smoking is harmful to health and costly for employers, with tobacco being the leading cause of preventable death and costing employers an estimated $3,598 per year. On #WorldNoTobaccoDay, let's recognize the impact of digital health in combating tobacco use. Read more about how Pelago empowers individuals to quit smoking and the importance of a smoke-free future in our latest blog: https://hubs.la/Q02z3WXr0 #SmokeFree #SubstanceUseManagement

World No Tobacco Day: A Global Call to Action World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) is observed annually on May 31, initiated by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1987 to raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco use and advocate for policies to reduce tobacco consumption. Tobacco use is one of the leading causes of preventable illness and death globally, claiming over 8 million lives each year, including 1.2 million from second-hand smoke exposure. It also has severe economic and environmental impacts, such as soil depletion, deforestation, and extensive pesticide use. ■ Health Risks of Tobacco Use: 1. Cancer: Causes lung, mouth, throat, pancreas, bladder, cervix, and kidney cancers. 2. Cardiovascular Diseases: Increases risk of heart disease, stroke, and peripheral vascular disease. 3. Respiratory Diseases: Leads to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and chronic bronchitis. 4. Reproductive Health Issues: Causes complications in pregnancy, like low birth weight and preterm delivery. ■ Solutions and Strategies: 1. Tobacco Control Policies: - Taxes and Pricing: Higher taxes on tobacco products discourage use. - Advertising Bans: Restricting tobacco advertising reduces its influence. - Smoke-Free Environments: Laws banning smoking in public places protect non-smokers. 2. Public Education: - Health Warnings: Graphic warnings on packaging deter smoking. - Media Campaigns: Highlight dangers of tobacco use and benefits of quitting. 3. Support for Quitting: - Cessation Services: Access to quitlines and counseling. - Nicotine Replacement Therapy: Helps manage withdrawal symptoms. 4. Youth Engagement: - School Programs: Educate young people about tobacco risks. World No Tobacco Day is a reminder of the ongoing battle against tobacco. By implementing robust policies, raising awareness, and providing support for cessation, we can reduce the global burden of tobacco and promote healthier communities. #worldnotabccoday #health #cancer #youthengagement #publiceducation

World No Tobacco Day is an annual awareness day taking place on Friday, May 31.It is organized to raise awareness about the health risks associated with tobacco use and advocate for effective policies to reduce tobacco consumption worldwide. This day encourages a 24-hour tobacco abstinence worldwide and the theme this year is “Protecting children from tobacco industry interference,” emphasizing stronger regulations to shield youth from harmful products and deceptive advertising. “Children are using e-cigarettes at rates higher than adults in all regions and globally an estimated 37 million youth aged 13–15 years use tobacco. The Member States of the World Health Organization created World No Tobacco Day in 1987 to draw global attention to the tobacco epidemic and the preventable death and disease it causes.” World Health Organization. Regional Tobacco prevalence at TMPG remains at 5.6% (a historic low). Keep up the great work addressing tobacco! Ask every member at every visit about their tobacco usage and document. As part of the medical care team, you can address tobacco and make a huge impact in someone’s life. #tpmg #tobaccoawareness #quitsmoking #KP #savinglives #thrive

World No Tobacco Day 2024 highlights youth urging governments to protect them from tobacco marketing and rising e-cigarette use among teens. Tobacco is a major global health issue, with significant mortality and morbidity associated with its use. 🚭 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐞: Tobacco use is lethal to up to half of its users who do not quit, resulting in high mortality rates among long-term smokers. 🚭𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐨𝐥𝐥: Over 8 million people die each year due to tobacco use, including approximately 1.3 million non-smokers who succumb to second-hand smoke exposure. 🚭𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: The majority (80%) of the world's 1.3 billion tobacco users reside in low- and middle-income countries, highlighting a significant public health challenge in these regions. 🚭 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟎: In 2020, 22.3% of the global population used tobacco, with a stark gender disparity: 36.7% of men and 7.8% of women. 🚭𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞: The WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC), adopted in 2003, represents a collective effort by 182 countries to combat the tobacco epidemic. 🚭𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬: The WHO MPOWER measures, which align with the WHO FCTC, have proven effective in saving lives and reducing healthcare costs by preventing tobacco-related illnesses. These facts underscore the urgency and importance of ongoing global efforts to reduce tobacco use and its devastating health impacts. #WorldNoTobaccoDay #YouthAgainstTobacco #StopTobaccoMarketing #ProtectOurYouth #EndTobaccoAddiction #NoTobaccoForTeens #FightTobacco #YouthHealth #SayNoToECigarettes #TobaccoFreeFuture

Today, we unite with the global healthcare community to mark #WorldNoTobaccoDay, led by the World Health Organization (WHO). This annual campaign sheds light on the global tobacco epidemic to emphasize the avoidable toll it takes on people and societies worldwide. It goes without saying that eradicating tobacco is vital, but we recognize it’s not the end of the journey. So, this year, we're taking a bold stride forward by advocating for not only a world free from tobacco, but from nicotine, too. I am personally extremely proud of the incredible work our @Kenvue teams in EMEA and across the world are doing to helping smokers and vapers achieve a total quit. Our mission extends beyond commitment; it's a call to action for collective change. We are proud to have over 50 years of innovation in nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) and in helping smokers quit for good. Nicorette® is currently available in 65 countries around the world and we are constantly looking towards expanding our global footprint to support smokers around the world with access to our products. That’s why, this World No Tobacco Day, we invite individuals, partners, and allies to stand with us as we call for more support to help smokers and vapers quit for good. By working together, we believe everybody can achieve a total quit from tobacco and nicotine. #WNTD #HealthyLivesMission #WeAreKenvue #WeAreKenvue

May 31st - World No Tobacco Day 🚫. Tobacco kills over 6 MILLION people EVERY YEAR💀 The World Health Organization (WHO) established World No Tobacco Day back in 1987 to raise awareness about the dangers of tobacco and how the industry targets our youth.   In the 16th century tobacco was actively promoted as a medicine. 😲 At that time, smoking became not only fashionable but also 'useful', with pamphlets promoting it as a cure for  headaches,  toothaches,  colic and  hysteria. Even doctors began to prescribe tobacco.  It would be almost a century before its 'harmful' properties were discovered. Today, most countries have seen a disturbing trend of young people using tobacco and nicotine products. 🤯 According to recent polls, children aged 13-15 are regular users of these products! We need to stand together and ensure that tobacco consumption continues to decline so that future generations can stay safe.  🔥 #NoTobaccoDay #HealthyLiving #SafeguardingFutureGenerations