Posted on Jan 17, 2024

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

PO1 William "Chip" Nagel

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Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

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Posted 10 mo ago

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MSgt Dale Johnson

Posted 10 mo ago

As a former 2 pack a day guy, I applaud anyone who successfully quits smoking or Vaping, its really tough in the beginning.

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SSgt Richard Kensinger

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Our pulmonary system is quite necessary to optimal health.
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Lt Col Charlie Brown

Posted 10 mo ago

It's a huge health risk

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SSgt Richard Kensinger

Posted 10 mo ago

This and alcohol lead to the most morbidity and mortality. In the US about 1 in 10 smoke as compared to 45% about 5 decades ago. And vaping is rising in youth.
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Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

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