Smoke-free policies improve health, motivate quitting, and reduce tobacco consumption. Comprehensive enforcement is essential for effectiveness. #TobaccoExposed

High smoking rates among medical students and doctors in Pakistan undermine anti-tobacco efforts. Public health credibility is at stake. #TobaccoExposed

Effective health warnings on cigarette packs discourage smoking. Pakistan's warnings cover only 20% of the pack, far below the 50% recommended by WHO. #TobaccoExposed

Partial bans on tobacco advertising are ineffective. Comprehensive bans have been proven to reduce tobacco consumption in many countries. #TobaccoExposed

Despite the dangers, many tobacco users underestimate the risks. Effective education and strong warnings are crucial to change perceptions. #TobaccoExposed

Introducing tobacco control and smoking cessation training in medical schools can empower healthcare providers to combat tobacco addiction effectively. #TobaccoExposed

Government reliance on tobacco industry revenue hampers control efforts. Investment in tobacco control can save money and lives, as seen in California's program. #TobaccoExposed

Even brief advice from health professionals can significantly increase the chances of quitting tobacco. It's our moral responsibility to act. #TobaccoExposed

Smoking is major cause of cardiovascular disease, such as heart disease and stroke, and cardiovascular disease is one of the major causes of death. Smoking increases the risk of blood clots, which block blood flow to the heart, brain or legs. #TobaccoExposed

Advocate for 100% tobacco free schools to protect children and youth from exposure to direct, second-hand and third-hand smoke Raise awareness about the environmental impact of tobacco and sensitize the public, in particular the youth. #TobaccoExposed

The WHO estimates that more than 8 million people die prematurely yearly from tobacco use. #TobaccoExposed

Increases in tobacco tax, warning signs on packaging, restriction of tobacco product advertisements, national law to discourage young people, and peer-based approaches to quit tobacco are popular policies. #TobaccoExposed

Smuggling of tobacco products by youth and ignorance of smokeless tobacco control approach are major challenges. #TobaccoExposed

Smoking causes about 90% (or 9 out of 10) of all lung cancer deaths. Cigarette smoking increases risk for death from all causes in men and women. #TobaccoExposed

SYNCH SLMC TII campaign starts here! Our team embarked on a shop-to-shop awareness campaign, arming individuals with the knowledge and tools to quit smoking for good, educated the people about how the tobacco industries have the society in chokehold.