World No Tobacco Day: The Health Risks Associated with Smoking

Every year on May 31st, the world celebrates World No Tobacco Day, which aims to raise public awareness about the health risks associated with smoking. Dr. Anton Kazinov, a pulmonology specialist, indicates that "according to statistics, smoking is responsible for 15% of total deaths worldwide. The consequences of smoking do not appear immediately; rather, they can lead to serious diseases. These include the development of tumors at any age, damage to the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, and an increased risk of coronary heart disease, stroke, peripheral vascular diseases, cerebrovascular diseases, and bronchitis. The risk of blood clots and infertility also rises, and there is a noticeable decline in the overall health and appearance of the body. According to him, cigarettes not only harm the smoker but also negatively affect those around them. This is because passive smoking has a slow but significant harmful impact on human health. He states, "Currently, e-cigarettes have become more popular. There is a widespread belief in society that they are safer compared to traditional cigarettes. Additionally, some people attempt to quit smoking using e-cigarettes, but in reality, this is a mistaken idea. E-cigarettes are not a substitute for traditional smoking; they also cause serious diseases and do not eliminate nicotine addiction. Furthermore, sharing a single device among multiple people increases the risk of spreading infections."