Tobacco and Health Issues
Reports highlight the significant health and economic impact of tobacco use in Sri Lanka. National Authority on Tobacco and Alcohol (NATA) provides statistics on tobacco-related deaths and economic losses.
Wow, 22,000 deaths and 214 billion rupees down the drain - turns out smoking is like setting your lungs and wallet on fire simultaneously, and somehow people are still surprised. Maybe we should rename cigarettes "slow suicide sticks with bonus economic destruction" for extra clarity.
Nearly 22,000 people die annually in Sri Lanka due to tobacco use, according to the National Authority on Tobacco and Alcohol (NATA). NATA says tobacco-related economic losses amount to around Rs. 214 billion annually, while between 9 to 11 million cigarette filters are https://t.co/oK0k69azhs
#lka has no proper rehab for any addiction. We need to address the cause not the symptom - addiction is the symptom & it's rooted in psychology. Till we address mental health & well being, addiction will continue to increase. https://t.co/OX354IOnfM