deepu 0 Report post Posted May 31, 2005 * every year, tobacco kills 3.5 million people around the world. In other words, about 10,000 people around the world die from tobacco every day. * one million of these deaths currently occur in developing countries * globally, nearly 47% of men and 12% of women smoke * in developing countries, 48% of men and 7% of women smoke * in developed countries, 42% of men smoke, as do 24% of women *the global tobacco epidemic is predicted to prematurely claim the lives of some 250 million children and adolescents, a third of whom are in developing countries * China predicts that of the 300 million males now aged 0-29, about 200 million will become smokers. * Of these 200 million smokers, about 100 million will eventually die from tobacco-related diseases and half of these deaths will occur in middle-age and before age 70. * It is predicted that by the year 2020, tobacco will become the leading cause of death and disability, killing more than 10 million people annually, thus causing more deaths than HIV, tuberculosis, maternal mortality, motor vehicle accidents, suicide, and homicide combined. * A World Bank study, "The Economic Costs and Benefits of Investing in Tobacco," estimated that the health care costs associated with tobacco-related illnesses result in a global net loss of US$ 200 billion per year, half of those occurring in developing countries. * The same World Bank study indicates that tobacco-use prevention programs rank among the most cost-effective of all health interventions. * In a developing country with a per capita gross domestic product of US$ 2,000, effective smoking prevention costs approximately US$ 20 to US$ 40 per year of life gained. On the other hand, lung cancer treatment, which can prolong the lives of only about 10% of affected people, would cost US$ 18,000 per year of life gained. * It is predicted that for every additional 1,000 tons of tobacco consumption, there will be an additional 650 deaths, for a net cost to the world economy of US$ 27.2 million dollars. * Those who quit using tobacco make substantial savings through unbought tobacco products and lowered health care costs. For example, in the U.S., a 12-year old who invests the money he or she could spend in a lifetime pack-a-day habit in a money-market account (paying eight percent interest annually) instead, that person would save US$ 100,000 by age 39 and US$ 1 million by age 65. Quit Smoking Pls!! Visit http://www.wntd.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dilbert 0 Report post Posted May 31, 2005 Thanks for the post.....trying since morning to give up smoking. Heard something on radio this morning that made me realise that I have to quit..Thanks again Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vishal Gupta 4 Report post Posted May 31, 2005 (edited) SMOKING IS INJURIOUS TO... Edited May 31, 2005 by Vishal Gupta Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deepu 0 Report post Posted May 31, 2005 Stop smoking, NOW! -------------------------------------- Dr Mohan Jagde | May 31, 2005 Tobacco addiction accounts for over 800,000 deaths each year in India. It is also the leading preventable cause of death in our country. Did you know a tobacco addict can improve his/ her health and lengthen his/ her life by quitting tobacco addiction along with other lifestyle changes like diet, exercise or stress management? Given the disastrous health hazards caused due to tobacco, anyone who has ever tried quitting knows it's easier said than done. Studies have shown that taking help of various therapies can help a tobacco addict avoid relapse of the addiction, and results in some of the highest long-term abstinence rates from tobacco. Quitting smoking or chewing of tobacco can be achieved successfully, provided the determination to quit is strong along with the involvement of different therapies. Today is World No Tobacco Day. And if you are one among the many that are addicting to that puff of smoke, here are some therapies for tobacco cessation that you could consider: 1. Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) What is it? Nicotine Replacement Therapy is a successful and approved form of medication that can help quit smoking or chewing tobacco. Nicotine gum (NuLife) is a popular form of NRT. It is an Food and Drug Administration-approved smoking cessation aid. What it does: It is available on a doctor's prescription. It delivers small, but sustained, levels of nicotine in the blood. Sustained levels of nicotine are useful in tobacco cessation, because the blood maintains those nicotine levels thereby gradyally reducing the craving for tobacco. That is why it is easier to give up an NRT gum than to give up cigarettes and gutkha. Of course, tobacco cessation rates can increase three to fourfolds if NRT is used along with counselling, behavioural therapy and a strong determination to stop tobacco usage. Details and costs: NuLife is available in two different varieties: Eucomint for smokers and Goodkha for tobacco chewers. NuLife comes in three different strengths: 4 mg (Rs 3.75 per gum), 2 mg (Rs 2.50 per gum), 1 mg (Rs 2 per gum). Where can you get it? It is available at any medical store throughout India. Who can help you with this? A family doctor can guide and prescribe this medication. ENT specialists, onco-surgeons, chest specialists and psychiatrists can also help quit addiction with NuLife. 2. Counselling and Behavioural Therapy What is it? Counselling therapy involves the use of continued motivational techniques and support. The doctor helps the tobacco addict move to the preparation stage to quit tobacco addiction. This is when you plan to initiate therapies like NRT. The doctor or counsellor helps you change your routine or behaviour to avoid situations that increase chances of failure. For example, if your morning ritual is drinking a cup of tea and smoking a cigarette, that cup of tea can be had later or avoided during the first few weeks. There are alternative ways to reduce stress caused by tobacco cessation as well, like exercise, dancing or hot baths. The combined use of counselling, behavioural and drug therapies can dramatically improve the patient's chance of quitting smoking. Details: A family doctor can give counselling and help with behavioural problems. There are also free counselling centres at government hospitals, which have special de-addiction centres. Also, there are many independently practising counsellors who charge between Rs 200 and Rs 600 per session. 3. Yoga and meditation What is it? Yoga is a form of relaxation and exercise that incorporates stretching, meditation and the knowledge of the body's full potential. It helps relieve tension and stress, and helps increase your strength and vitality. It can help you deal with the difficulty you experience while you are quitting tobacco. Meditation calms your nerves and allows you to think more clearly. Use the healing power of yoga along with other therapies to quit tobacco addiction. 4. Support Therapy What is it? Studies have shown that you have a better chance of quitting tobacco if you seek social support along with drug therapies like NRT. Support can come from your family, friends and coworkers. One way is to ask them not to smoke around a tobacco addict and leave cigarettes out. 5. Hypnosis/ Alternative Therapies What is it? Hypnosis is a psychological technique that helps reframe your thoughts and reshape your world. Though hypnosis is not known to be of considerable benefit, psychiatrists consider this technique helpful as long as you are ready for multiple tries and many sessions. You must, of course, find a reputed, skilled practitioner. Other therapies which work well with hypnosis include drug therapy like NRT, Reiki and acupuncture. Details: There are several independently practising hypnotherapists. Costs range between Rs 400 and Rs 1,000 per session and depends on the number of sessions needed. 6. A Holistic Approach What is it? A holistic method does not rely on one or two techniques. It combines as many as possible and addresses the life of the entire person -- body, mind and spirit. Along with different therapies, plenty of exercise, a vegetarian diet, trying a therapeutic fast and taking vitamins during the period when you are trying to quit tobacco also helps. While choosing potentially effective therapies helps achieve your goal, the key is to find the right combination of treatments that will help boost the chance of success. Dr Mohan Jagde holds an MS (ENT), MCh, FAIS, MBA, DHA, Fe WHO, and is head of department, ENT, and the Head and Neck Cancer Surgeon, at J J Hospital, Mumbai. He is also the professor of ENT at J J Hospital and Grant Medical College. Courtesy - rediff.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dacodecz 0 Report post Posted May 31, 2005 All Crap ........... I smoke because I want to ............ I want to because I want to .......... Rest is all troll ................................ The concept of developing or developed country, all depends upon the culture we are in right now. Stop feeding crap of developing or developed country ............. All Crap ........... Cheers .............................. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arun 795 Report post Posted May 31, 2005 LOL @ dacodecz ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
compenn 0 Report post Posted May 31, 2005 Thanks for the post.....trying since morning to give up smoking. Heard something on radio this morning that made me realise that I have to quit..Thanks again 32908[/snapback] So, Vinu what was so Motivating that u heard on Radio that made u think abt quitting smoking? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dilbert 0 Report post Posted June 1, 2005 So, Vinu what was so Motivating that u heard on Radio that made u think abt quitting smoking? 33005[/snapback] I heard some facts & tips to quit smoking on Radio City & well given the context, I got one of those occasional Jhatkas which I keep getting to quit smoking. Further to top it up even on Rimweb people were vocal about smoking & things like that...Well atleast I managed to stop smoking till yesterday evening... No No dont get me wrong, I am seriously trying...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
compenn 0 Report post Posted June 1, 2005 So, Vinu what was so Motivating that u heard on Radio that made u think abt quitting smoking? 33005[/snapback] I heard some facts & tips to quit smoking on Radio City & well given the context, I got one of those occasional Jhatkas which I keep getting to quit smoking. Further to top it up even on Rimweb people were vocal about smoking & things like that...Well atleast I managed to stop smoking till yesterday evening... No No dont get me wrong, I am seriously trying...... 33016[/snapback] Sure, Try Try " Practice makes a man perfect" (not woman) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ssr 10 Report post Posted June 2, 2005 And also donot stand near a smoking person It is more injurious to health In other way somking is injurious to others health Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dilbert 0 Report post Posted June 3, 2005 And also donot stand near a smoking person It is more injurious to health In other way somking is injurious to others health 33141[/snapback] Eh..what do you exactly mean??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arun 795 Report post Posted June 3, 2005 that is called 'Passive Smoking' ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sadikk 301 Report post Posted June 4, 2005 well all it takes to quit smoking is will power, no other thing will work on this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dilbert 0 Report post Posted June 4, 2005 that is called 'Passive Smoking' ! 33260[/snapback] Thanks Arun... My intention was to subtly pun on the poetic post which if read closely & repeatedly sounds hilarious... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dacodecz 0 Report post Posted June 4, 2005 Ahem ....... {cough} {cough} {cough} {cough} Hmmm Wheee Hiiiiiiiiiiipzzzzzzzz Cheers ...................... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dilbert 0 Report post Posted June 4, 2005 Well.....   33300[/snapback] Too good... I love the ad. Boosted my spirits just now...puff puff Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chirag 5 Report post Posted June 4, 2005 well all it takes to quit smoking is will power, no other thing will work on this. 33275[/snapback] true! so when do i see you gathering that will-power?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dacodecz 0 Report post Posted June 5, 2005 Dum Maro Dum, Mit Jaye Gum Bolo Subeh Saam Mera Cigarette, Mera Daam Cheers ................... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
