No Smoking Day is an important event that raises awareness about the harmful effects of smoking and promotes smoking cessation. By quitting smoking, smokers can improve their health and the health of those around them. Governments can also play a crucial role in reducing tobacco use by implementing effective policies and creating a smoke-free environment. Let us all join efforts to spread awareness about the dangers of smoking and take steps towards a smoke-free future for the UK.
No Smoking Day is an annual event celebrated on the second Wednesday 8th March to raise awareness about the dangers of smoking and encourage smokers to quit. This day provides an opportunity to educate people about the health risks associated with smoking and to promote the benefits of a smoke-free lifestyle. This is year No Smoking Day will fall on the 8th March.
Smoking is a leading cause of preventable deaths worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), tobacco use kills more than 8 million people every year, including over 1 million non-smokers who are exposed to second-hand smoke. Smoking is a major risk factor for several chronic diseases, such as lung cancer, heart disease, stroke, and respiratory illnesses. It also harms the environment and contributes to air pollution.
No Smoking Day is an important reminder of the harmful effects of smoking and the need to take action to reduce tobacco use. It provides an opportunity for individuals, organizations, and governments to come together and raise awareness about the health risks associated with smoking, and to promote effective strategies for smoking cessation.
Quitting smoking is not easy, but it is one of the best things a smoker can do for their health. According to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), within 20 minutes of quitting smoking, heart rate and blood pressure drop to a normal level. Within 2-12 weeks, circulation improves, and lung function increases. Within 1-9 months, coughing and shortness of breath decrease, and the risk of heart disease decreases. Within 5 years, the risk of stroke and lung cancer decreases. And within 10 years, the risk of dying from lung cancer is about half that of a person who continues to smoke.
Quitting smoking not only improves an individual’s health, but it also benefits the health of those around them. Second-hand smoke can cause a range of health problems, including lung cancer, heart disease, and respiratory illnesses, among others. By quitting smoking, smokers can protect their loved ones from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke.
The UK Governments also have played a crucial role in reducing tobacco use. They have implemented policies that made it harder for people to smoke, such as increased taxes on tobacco products, implemented smoke-free laws, and provided resources and incentives for smoking cessation. A lot more can be done here in the UK and throughout the World.
With creating a smoke-free environment, governments can reduce the prevalence of smoking and improve the health of their citizens.
We at Intermedical (UK) ltd, as a British leading respiratory medical company, are committed to promoting healthy lifestyle choices for our customers and the wider community. That's why we are proud to support No Smoking Day, and we aim to raise awareness of the health risks associated with tobacco use and encourage people to quit smoking.
Statement From Livio Gagliardi Acting MD Intermedical (UK) Ltd
“Smoking is one of the leading causes of preventable illness and death worldwide. It is estimated that tobacco use kills over 8 million people every year, with many more suffering from serious health problems such as lung cancer, heart disease, and respiratory illness. We believe that everyone has the right to live a healthy, smoke-free life. That's why we offer a range of products and services to help people quit smoking and improve their overall health and wellbeing.
Our smoking cessation products, manufactured by Bedfont Scientific, are leading the way in breath CO monitoring in the UK and worldwide (The Bedfont Smokerlyzer Range) and they are supporting healthcare professionals in helping million of smokers to quit for ever. In addition to our smoking cessation products, our company is also committed to raising awareness of the dangers of smoking and promoting healthy lifestyle choices. We work closely with the NHS Stop Smoking Services, local pharmacies, GP practices, schools, community groups, and other healthcare professionals to provide information and support on breath CO monitoring for smoking prevention and cessation.
This No Smoking Day, we strongly encourage everyone to take the first step towards a smoke-free life. Whether you are a smoker looking to quit, or a non-smoker looking to support someone who is trying to quit, there is help available.
Together, we can make a difference and create a healthier, smoke-free world. Thank you for joining us in this important mission.”
