Nearly a half million die each year from tobacco use. Some groups face higher risk.
November 20, 2024 by usatoday.com
Nearly a half million die each year from tobacco use. Some groups face higher risk.
Despite progress in reducing smoking rates, disparities persist, with certain groups facing higher risk, as stated in a report by U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy. Cigarette smoking kills nearly half a million annually in the U.S., with efforts needed to address disparities. The report recommends limiting nicotine in tobacco products and banning menthol cigarettes to save lives and curb smoking. However, the Biden administration delayed finalizing a menthol ban, drawing criticism from tobacco-control advocates. Measures including improving healthcare access and implementing smoke-free policies are suggested to reduce tobacco use. Despite public education efforts, the tobacco industry's marketing practices continue to pose challenges in combating smoking.
18.30% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 48.7 million current smokers in United States 21.60% of men are current smokers but only 15.20% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
