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Intrusive measures needed to combat rising trend of youth tobacco use – Kwame Sarpong Asiedu

Tobacco Use File.jpeg Tackling tobacco use should be a priority in political health manifestos

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 Source: Joy News

Kwame Sarpong Asiedu, a Democracy and Development Fellow at CDD-Ghana, has urged the government to take proactive measures against youth tobacco addiction.

Highlighting the rise of shisha and tobacco-flavored drinks, he warned of worsening public health issues if left unaddressed.

Asiedu emphasized the economic burden of tobacco-related diseases and cited Singapore's success with intrusive public health measures.

He believes tackling tobacco use should be a priority in political health manifestos.

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Source: Joy News