According to the Global Youth Tobacco Survey, almost 10% students had been offered a free tobacco product 16
Knowing your options allows you to tailor your experience, whether youre seeking a quick solo session, a social smoke with friends, or something that stretches your stash while keeping the effects smooth
In countries such as India, official data show adult smoking prevalence at 9.3% in 2024 with over 100 million smokers, reflecting an increase from previous years and underscoring sustained demand among adults aged 15 and above
Unfortunately, even passively inhaling smoke in this way can have harmful effects on the heart, lungs and body
The age at which people first try tobacco has also dropped to just 17.4 years
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