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Cigarette Smoking Statistics
In the United States, an estimated 25.9 million men (23.9 percent) and 20.7 million women (18.1 percent) are smokers. These people are at higher risk of heart attack and stroke. The latest estimates for persons age 18 and older show...* * Among non-Hispanic whites, 24.0 percent of men and 20.0 percent of women smoke (2004). * Among non-Hispanic blacks, 26.7 percent of men and 17.3 percent of women smoke. * Among Hispanics, 21.1 percent of men and 11.1 percent of women smoke. * Among Asians (only), 20.6 percent of men and 6.1 percent of women smoke. * Among American Indians/Alaska Natives, 37.5 percent of men and 26.8 percent of women smoke. * Studies show that smoking prevalence is higher among those who had earned a GED diploma (43.2 percent) and among those with 9-11 years of education (32.6 percent) compared with those with more than 16 years of education (7.1 percent). It's highest among persons living below the poverty level (29.9 percent). * National Health Interview Survey (NHIS), 2005, National Center for Health Statistics Related AHA publications: * Heart and Stroke Facts * Heart disease and Stroke Statistics Update
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How is tobacco bad for people?
Yes it is not for children it is illegal in the UK do not take it. of course its bad for you if it wasnt 10 year olds would be smoking. tobacco harms almost every organ in the body it has over 4,000 harsh cemicals and 43 that cause cancer so if its smocking or any type of drug don't use it!!!!
Why does most people complain about other people using tobacco?
Primarily because those around them may dislike the smell, and/or dislike secondhand smoke. Since if you dont want to smoke and someone around you is, your inhaling their smoke whether you want to or not.
How manny people die from tobacco each year?
Tobacco products cause more deaths annually in the US than deaths from car accidents, drug & alcohol abuse, HIV, suicides and murders combined. 443,000 preventable deaths according to the Center for Disease Control in statistics taken from the years 2000 to 2004. This figure includes deaths from second hand smoke (49,400) That equals 1 out of 5 deaths. See CDC link below for more info.
Why do farmers still get subsidies for Tobacco?
Because the legislators from tobacco states have a great deal of political clout. Most of them, subsidized in their elections by the tobacco companies, have been in office for a long time, and have become prominent on many committees and in other positions that control such issues.
How often do people smoke?
In general, the prevalence of smoking varies by country and demographic factors. In many countries, smoking rates have been decreasing over the past few decades due to increased awareness of the health risks associated with smoking and implementation of public health policies aimed at reducing tobacco use. However, smoking rates can still be significant in certain populations or regions.
How many people died in the us from tobacco?
5 billion
Is tobacco grown in Europe?
Not as much as the US. England and many Nordic nations have a large number of people that grow their own tobacco.
How many people die from tobacco in Louisiana?
people die everyday in louisiana from tobacco use.
How many people die of tobacco per day?
about 3000 people die per day using tobacco
How many people use tobacco?
about 2 billon people
Is smoking tobacco will kill people a fact?
Yes, many people will die as a direct result of smoking tobacco or by being exposed to the smoke produced by other people smoking tobacco.
Why is tobacco not banned form the us?
Tobacco is a back-bone agricultural product for many states in the southern part of the US, without which many people, counties and state economies would suffer dramatically. It has also been said that tax on tobacco is such a significant component of tax revenue throughout the US, that without it, all local economies would also suffer dramatically. In sum, tobacco is a major money maker for all the members of its distribution channel.
How many people have died from tobacco?
Way Too many...
How many people die from tobacco per year?
over 1,095,000 people die per year using tobacco
Why people smoking tobacco?
Many people smoke tobacco for a "buzz" which just makes you light headed. This is from the nicotine from the tobacco but nicotine is also addictive which is why many people can't quit. Nicotine withdrawals can cause short tempers and stress.
Is tobacco made in the us?
Yes, tobacco is GROWN in the US.
How many people each year die from tobacco?
5.4 millon people die each year from tobacco?
