tobacco addiction

Kicking off on May 26 and running until June 26, Jharkhand's health department is spearheading a proactive campaign to tackle tobacco and nicotine dependence. In line with World No Tobacco Day, this initiative—'Unmasking the Appeal: Counteracting Nicotine Addiction'—aims to enlighten the public, with a strong focus on youth, about the dangers associated with tobacco use and promote cessation.

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Britain is considering strict new rules for children's social media use, including a potential ban for under-16s, following tragic cases where online harms were linked to young deaths. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has pledged decisive action after meeting grieving families. Measures like age verification and limits on addictive features are being explored, with a formal response expected this summer.

Social smoking, often dismissed as harmless, poses significant health risks. Even occasional cigarette use damages the heart and blood vessels immediately, increasing the likelihood of serious conditions. Nicotine's addictive nature means social smoking can quickly escalate into a habit, impacting lungs and overall well-being. Experts emphasize there's no safe level of smoking.

Smoking silently harms fertility in men and women, affecting sperm and egg quality, and increasing miscarriage risks. This often goes unnoticed until couples face conception challenges. Even passive smoke poses risks. For women on birth control, smoking elevates serious health dangers. Quitting smoking, supported by exercise and medical guidance, offers a path to improved reproductive health.

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