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The world is smoking less, but the tobacco epidemic is far from over. According to a new World Health Organization (WHO) global...

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Discover how the tobacco industry targets youth with new products and marketing tactics. WHO and STOP highlight alarming trends in their new report, "Hooking the Next Generation."

The World Health Organization (WHO) announces a decline in global tobacco use, with one in five adults currently using tobacco compared to one in three in 2000. Despite progress, the tobacco epidemic remains a major public health threat, claiming over eight million lives annually. WHO urges continued efforts against industry interference and highlights successful initiatives like MPOWER in Brazil and the Netherlands.

About 5.6 billion people or 71 per cent of the world population are protected by at least one best practice policy to combat the deadly effects of tobacco, noted a World Health Organisation report.

World No Tobacco Day is observed every year on May 31 across the world. This day aims to raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco use

Tobacco use is linked to various health problems including cancer, heart disease, stroke, respiratory disorders and reproductive issues. The harmful effects of tobacco are due to the many toxic chemicals it contains including tar, carbon monoxide, and formaldehyde, among others. These chemicals can cause damage to the lungs, heart and other organs and can lead to the development of chronic diseases.

With hunger spreading worldwide and tobacco responsible for eight million deaths each year, countries should stop subsidizing tobacco crops and help farmers grow food, the World Health Organization (WHO) said.

Children who are much exposed to television viewing are at a higher risk of tobacco use and gambling disorders in adulthood, said...