60% of cancer cases attributed to tobacco consumption
In India, 60% of cancer cases are linked to tobacco consumption, with rising concerns over non-smoking habits like chewing tobacco. Dr. Prasanth highlighted the dangers of products like 'Katlapodi', which contain tobacco and are often consumed unknowingly by women. The Sri Venkateswara Institute of Cancer Care plans to launch a Tobacco Cessation Clinic to help individuals quit tobacco use.
- ▪60% of cancer cases in India are attributed to tobacco consumption.
- ▪Non-smoking habits such as chewing tobacco are rising as major contributors to cancer.
- ▪Many women are unaware that products like 'Katlapodi' contain tobacco, leading to increased health risks.
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A 60% of cases leading to cancer are attributed to tobacco consumption in India. What is more alarming is the rise of non-smoking related habits such as chewing tobacco and usage of snuff as major contributors on a par with smoking.Speaking to The Hindu on the eve of ‘World No Tobacco Day’, Dr. Prasanth expressed concern over an increasing number of women unknowingly falling prey to the monstrous ailment.What the unsuspecting rural women, especially daily wage earners, chew as ‘Katlapodi’ contains tobacco, which is presumed to be betel nut powder.
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