Study in The Lancet Public Health suggests reducing global smoking to 5% by 2050 could extend life expectancy and avert millions of premature deaths.

A study in The Lancet Public Health reveals that reducing global smoking prevalence to 5% could extend life expectancy and avert millions of premature deaths by 2050. Specifically, it predicts an additional year of life for men and 0.2 years for women. Furthermore, banning tobacco sales for those born between 2006-2010 could prevent 1.2 million lung cancer deaths by 2095, predominantly benefiting low- and middle-income countries.

October 02, 2024
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