November 21 — World No Tobacco Day

🚭 Today, on November 21, the world observes World No Tobacco Day — a day dedicated to raising awareness about the risks of smoking and encouraging people to lead a healthy, tobacco-free life. Every cigarette smoked increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases, cancer, respiratory illnesses, and other serious health complications.

👩‍⚕️ Students at the Dnipro Institute of Medicine and Public Health study methods of prevention and support for those who want to quit smoking. Our team firmly believes that awareness and encouragement can significantly help in overcoming this harmful habit.

💡 Why should you quit smoking?

• Within 20 minutes of your last cigarette, your heart rate begins to drop.
• After 12 hours, carbon monoxide levels in your blood return to normal.
• After 1 year, the risk of heart disease decreases by 50%.

💬 Do you know someone who is trying to quit smoking, or are you considering taking this step yourself? Remember, quitting smoking is an investment in your health and longevity!

👉 Join the initiatives at the Dnipro Institute of Medicine and Public Health to learn more about a healthy lifestyle. Let’s fight tobacco addiction together!