Turkey’s Minister of Health, Fahrettin Koca, issued significant statements in light of World No Tobacco Day on May 31st. Koca summarized the severe dangers posed to public health by tobacco products and emphasized the crucial importance of quitting tobacco for a healthy life.
Who?
Fahrettin Koca, Turkey’s Minister of Health
What?
The hazards of tobacco products and the importance of a tobacco-free life
Why?
Tobacco use is a major risk factor leading to numerous diseases such as respiratory disorders, cardiovascular diseases, and cancers. The use of tobacco during pregnancy and breastfeeding can cause significant health issues for children. Moreover, electronic cigarettes are misleading and are not effective tools for harm reduction or smoking cessation.
How?
Minister Koca underscored the dangers of tobacco products, stressing the health benefits of leading a tobacco-free life and urging younger generations to be more aware.
Where?
Conducted through nationwide campaigns and informational efforts across Turkey.
When?
On the occasion of World No Tobacco Day, May 31st.
Source?
Statements by Fahrettin Koca and information provided by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey.
Quitting tobacco means combating over 4,000 chemical substances and toxins present within it. Taking this step is critically important for a healthy life. Therefore, we particularly encourage our youth to remain informed and stay away from tobacco products. Quitting tobacco is choosing life.