institute for global tobacco control (@IGTC_Hopkins) / Posts / X Global Tobacco Index 2025

Research shows that smoking not only damages lung health but also compromises the bodys ability to fight off infections, including the virus responsible for COVID-19

For example, eco-friendly cigarette packaging appeals to customers who care about the environment

Smokers spend an average of six to 10 minutes on each smoking break, resulting in substantial time losses over the course of a working day

As they say in the old cigarette ads, Youve come a long way, baby! * * * Anti-smoking advocates often argue as if the existence of any effect on health, no matter how small, justifies any smoking ban no matter how extensive