AIZAWL: A central government survey has revealed that a high percentage of women in Mizoram consume tobacco in various forms, making them the most cancer-prone in the country.
As per the latest National Family Health Survey report, 22% Mizo women are regular smokers as against the national average of 2.5%, making them the most cancer-prone in the country.
Apart from smoking, the womenfolk also indulge in other tobacco products, including 'Tuibur' (tobacco-infused water).
'Tuibur' is made locally by passing smoke generated by burning tobacco through water until the preparation turns cognac in colour and has a pungent smell.
Consumption of tobacco products is very common among the youths, principal investigator of the state Tobacco Cessation Clinic Dr Jane Ralte said, adding that the annual death rate among women smokers in the age group of 24-45 years was twice as high compared to those who abstained from the habit.
Source: The Times of India
As per the latest National Family Health Survey report, 22% Mizo women are regular smokers as against the national average of 2.5%, making them the most cancer-prone in the country.
Apart from smoking, the womenfolk also indulge in other tobacco products, including 'Tuibur' (tobacco-infused water).
'Tuibur' is made locally by passing smoke generated by burning tobacco through water until the preparation turns cognac in colour and has a pungent smell.
Consumption of tobacco products is very common among the youths, principal investigator of the state Tobacco Cessation Clinic Dr Jane Ralte said, adding that the annual death rate among women smokers in the age group of 24-45 years was twice as high compared to those who abstained from the habit.
Source: The Times of India
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