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Chief Adviser Calls for Awareness on Tobacco's Harmful Effects

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As the world observes World No Tobacco Day on Saturday, Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has emphasized the need to educate the country's youth about the hazardous consequences of tobacco consumption. In a message marking the occasion, Professor Yunus highlighted the alarming rate of tobacco-related deaths worldwide, with over one lakh people dying annually due to various diseases caused by tobacco consumption.

Key Takeaways:

  • Professor Muhammad Yunus highlighted the devastating effects of tobacco consumption, citing over one lakh deaths annually worldwide due to tobacco-related diseases.
  • The Chief Adviser emphasized the need to educate the youth about the harmful effects of tobacco products to prevent them from consuming tobacco.
  • The interim government has taken steps to combat tobacco consumption, including banning the import of e-cigarettes, increasing taxes on conventional tobacco products, and amending the Tobacco Control Act 2005.
  • The Chief Adviser emphasized the importance of active participation from all segments of society, including doctors, professionals, media, civil society, and non-governmental organizations, to achieve the goal of a tobacco-free Bangladesh.
  • Professor Yunus expressed his confidence that with collective efforts, the next generation can be freed from the devastating effects of tobacco and nicotine.

Statistics:

  • Over 1 lakh people die annually worldwide due to tobacco-related diseases.
  • The tobacco companies are constantly marketing new tobacco products in attractive packaging and designs to entice the younger generation to consume tobacco.
  • The interim government has banned the import of e-cigarettes and related products.
  • Taxes on conventional tobacco products have been increased.
  • The Tobacco Control Act 2005 is being amended and strengthened to align with the World Health Organization's Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC).

Sources:

  • World No Tobacco Day-2025 message from Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus

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