Kerala contributes to 51% while the direct medical cost in neighboring Tamil Nadu is 46 %, in Andhra Pradesh is 48% and Karnataka it is 40 %.
30% Rise in Cardiovascular Diseases Over the Last Three Years in Kerala
The number of primary angioplasties has been rising by 10-15% every year and over 31,381 angioplasties were performed in 85 cathlab centers across the state.
The number of primary angioplasties has been rising by 10-15% every year and over 31,381 angioplasties were performed in 85 cathlab centers across the state.
"Significantly, the total direct medical costs from tobacco-induced cardiovascular diseases in Kerala is the highest among south Indian states", another recent report said.
The report covers both direct medical costs and indirect morbidity costs of four specific diseases - cardiovascular diseases, cancer, tuberculosis, and respiratory diseases. The direct medical cost from tobacco-related heart diseases in neighboring Tamil Nadu is 46 percent, while that in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka it is respectively 48 and 40 percent.
Active and Passive Smokers Have Higher Risk of Developing Type-2 Diabetes Than Nonsmokers
The increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes was 21 percent, 34 percent and 57 percent for light, moderate and heavy smokers respectively.
The increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes was 21 percent, 34 percent and 57 percent for light, moderate and heavy smokers respectively.
The economic burden study has suggested a host of measures to deal with the tobacco menace. These include strengthening the implementation of Indian tobacco control laws and imposing uniform taxes on all tobacco products like cigarettes and bidis. It has also recommended prohibition of sale and manufacture of all forms of smokeless tobacco products/chewable tobacco, and push for high-visibility public awareness campaigns to consistently reach out to various target audience.
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Beware Smokers! Prolonged Smoking More Likely to Put You At a Risk for Losing Teeth
The gums of a smoker may appear healthier than they actually are because smoking can mask gum bleeding, a key symptom of periodontitis.
The gums of a smoker may appear healthier than they actually are because smoking can mask gum bleeding, a key symptom of periodontitis.
Scientists Take A Step Closer to Treating Patients With Severe Asthma
Although patients with severe asthma take greater amounts of anti-inflammatory treatment, they still had higher levels of inflammation in their airways.
Although patients with severe asthma take greater amounts of anti-inflammatory treatment, they still had higher levels of inflammation in their airways.
