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The Epidemic Of Tobacco ; Why Should You Quit Smoking

           

           In the Philippines, 17.3 million adults (28 percent of the population) use tobacco. Men (48 percent) smoke at a higher rate than women (9 percent ). In their homes, 55 percent of adolescents (ages 13-15) and 40 percent of adults are exposed to second-hand smoke. 

Every year, approximately 110,000 Filipinos die as a result of tobacco-related diseases. Tobacco smoke is responsible for approximately 21.8 percent of male deaths and 9.7 percent of female deaths (18.6 percent overall). Tobacco is responsible for more than 23% of male deaths and 12% of female deaths (16.6 percent overall).

Tobacco use is linked to cancer, heart disease, stroke, lung disease, diabetes, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Smoking also raises the risk of tuberculosis, certain eye diseases, and immune system issues such as rheumatoid arthritis.

Tobacco use causes cardiovascular disease, cancer, chronic lung disease, and diabetes.

Others include:

Breathing difficulties and chronic respiratory diseases

Heart disease, stroke, and blood circulation issues are all possibilities.

Diabetes.

Infections.

Dental issues

Loss of hearing.

loss of vision

Quit smoking now and save your life.