Afghanistan, June 1 -- On World No Tobacco Day, WHO warns that one in four adults in Afghanistan uses tobacco, posing serious public health risks.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a serious warning on World No Tobacco Day, highlighting that tobacco consumption in Afghanistan has reached critical levels. According to WHO's official X page, one in every four adults in Afghanistan uses tobacco products.
Among the various forms of tobacco, Naswar-a type of chewable tobacco-is reported as the most common in Afghanistan. Its widespread use is largely due to its easy availability and low price, especially in both rural and urban areas, making it highly popular across different communities.
WHO expressed deep concern over the tobac...