Lethal Deception in Oral Alternatives
Recent studies have shown that the use of smokeless tobacco, including chewed or inhaled products, has risen to reach 360 million people worldwide across 140 countries. Most users are from low- and middle-income nations, especially in Southeast Asia. These products, which are marketed as less harmful than cigarettes, are believed to increase the risk of oral cancer and chronic diseases such as gum disease and tooth decay. They are also associated with cardiovascular diseases. Despite calls to consider smokeless tobacco as a less risky alternative, research indicates it causes serious health harms, including an increased risk of cancer and heart disease by up to 28%. It is a major carcinogen, particularly linked to oral cancer, underscoring the need for policies to limit the spread of these dangerous products.
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