Dimensions: 3456 x 5184 px | 29.3 x 43.9 cm | 11.5 x 17.3 inches | 300dpi Date taken: 26 July 2013 Photographer: Sudipta Haldar
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In addition, smoking has been associated with higher rates of opioid dependence, alcohol dependence and other substance use disorders
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In an accompanying comment, Matthew Steliga and Carolyn Drewsler observe that although in most places more men than women are smokers, more men than women quit smoking and "in some societies the number of female smokers is rising." Further, they note, "the tobacco industry views women as its growth market." They conclude that "targeting of both sexes is imperative for smoking prevention and cessation on a global, national, and individual basis." Here is the press release from the Lancet: The increased risk of developing coronary heart disease conferred by smoking is 25% higher for women compared with men An Article published Online First by The Lancet shows that the increased risk of developing coronary heart disease conferred by smoking is 25% higher for women compared with men
Even as rates of cigarette use continue to drop, especially among adults, vaping and other forms of nicotine useparticularly in younger usersare increasing
