2.7 Billion Exposed to Passive Smoking, Causing 1.7 Million Deaths Annually
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A study published in The Lancet Public Health reveals that 2.7 billion people worldwide, including 767 million children, were exposed to second-hand smoke in 2023. This exposure contributed to nearly 1.7 million deaths, with children accounting for over 12% of the health burden. The study highlights the need for stricter tobacco control measures to protect non-smokers.
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