Bhagwan Mahaveer Cancer Hospital & Research Centre

TOBACCO  MAJOR CAUSE OF 11 LAKHS ANNUAL DEATHS Annually around 70 Lakhs people die globally because of tobacco related cancers & India itself contributes 16% of these deaths. In a Press Conference organized at Bhagwan Mahaveer Cancer Hospital, Jaipur, Dr Nidhi Patni, HOD-Radiation Oncology shared that on an average 2500 people in India are losing their battle against cancer daily & out of the total cancer patients in India around 45% Males & 17% Females suffer from Tobacco originated Cancers. Medical Oncologist Dr Lalit Mohan Sharma shared that Tobacco in any form, contains various harmful chemicals which affects Human DNA & leads to various Cancers like- Lung Cancer, Head & Neck Cancer, Stomach and Food Pipe Cancer & Uterus Cancer. People who consume “Gutkha/Chewable Tobacco & even Smoke” are more prone to Mouth Cancer & have symptoms like- Less Mouth opening, change in voice, regular cough & excessive weight reduction. D

HARMFUL IMPACT OF TOBACCO ON DENTAL HEALTH Tobacco has many ill effects on the health of an individual. Dental health is equally affected with use of tobacco. From dark stains to poor gum health to increased incidence of decay to the more severe effects like oral cancer, has a very detrimental effect on your dental health.  Read on know more about how can be on the dental system.: Gum disease :  Smoking  and other tobacco products can lead to gum  problem  by affecting the attachment of bone and soft tissue to your teeth. More specifically, it appears that smoking   interferes with the normal function of gum tissue cells. This interference makes smokers more susceptible to infections, such as periodontal disease, and also seems to impair blood flow to the gums - which may affect wound healing. Dental decay : The increased amount of bacteria and dryness in the mouth leads to greater incidence of dental decay. Chances of cervical decay (decay around the gum l

Smoking is not just a habit; It’s dangerous product that can lead to a number of health problems. Giving up a tobacco habit can be difficult, but the benefits you’ll receive in return are more than worth it. The following are some of the benefits you may experience after you quit smoking: Lower cancer risk Quitting smoking will prevent new DNA damage from happening and can even help repair the damage that has already been done. Quitting smoking immediately is the best way to lower your risk of getting cancer. Proper healing Quitting smoking will improve blood flow to wounds, allowing important nutrients, minerals, and oxygen to reach the wound and help it heal properly. Stronger immune system When you quit smoking, your immune system is no longer exposed to tar and nicotine. It will become stronger, and you will be less likely to get sick. Smaller belly Quitting smoking will reduce your belly fat and lower your risk of diabetes. If you already have diabet