Bengaluru: While tobacco consumption has declined worldwide, in India the situation is still far from desirable. Lack of awareness, and lack of individual will are key reasons for the still rampant tobacco consumption. According to WHO, tobacco usage kills more than 7 million people around the world each year. Apart from cancer, it causes heart disease, stroke, lung disease, and a host of other health problems. It is one of the leading causes of preventable diseases and deaths.
In an effort to create awareness about the health risks associated with tobacco use, Narayana Health has launched its dedicated Smoking Cessation Clinic at the hospital. The exclusive clinic has started its functioning from May 31st, 2018. The clinic offers screening which comprises of complete blood count test, chest X-Ray, pulmonary function test and Consultation with pulmonologist and counseling by psychiatrist.
The leading healthcare chain had also launched an integrated campaign in the city titled “#BeAQuitter”, on “No tobacco day” on May 31st 2008. The initiative will witness Narayana Health organising free Smokerlyser test across the city. The test will be conducted using a special device called Smokerlyser (breath analyser). The equipment will help people to understand the carbon monoxide level in his / her body. It will analyse the health risk, the person possess owing to his/her smoking habit as well. In fact, the Smokerlyser alerts the individual about the impact of smoking on their body.
