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Smoking causes approximately 3 million deaths annually in developed countries, contributing to 20% of all deaths. This habit is linked to numerous cancers, fatal diseases, and non-fatal conditions, with significant health impacts.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Preventive Medicine

Background:

  • Smoking remains a leading cause of preventable mortality and morbidity globally.
  • Detailed statistics often obscure the pervasive health impact of tobacco use.
  • An estimated 3 million deaths occur annually in developed countries due to smoking.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To comprehensively outline the diverse health consequences of smoking.
  • To highlight the significant contribution of smoking to overall mortality and morbidity.
  • To emphasize the preventable nature of smoking-related diseases.

Main Methods:

  • Review of mortality and morbidity data related to smoking.
  • Identification of specific cancers and diseases causally linked to smoking.

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  • Assessment of non-fatal health conditions and pregnancy complications associated with smoking.

    • Main Results:

    • Smoking is causally linked to eight types of cancer, including lung cancer.
    • It is also a major cause of six other fatal diseases like chronic obstructive lung disease and ischaemic heart disease.
    • Smoking contributes to non-fatal conditions and adverse pregnancy outcomes, with negligible protective effects.

    Conclusions:

    • Smoking is responsible for approximately 20% of all deaths in developed countries.
    • The health burden of smoking encompasses a wide range of fatal and non-fatal diseases.
    • Reducing and eliminating smoking can avert a substantial human cost and premature mortality.