Environmental smoke, lung cancer, and the importance of tobacco deaddiction: The role of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT)
etimes.in / Aug 01, 2024, 10:30 (IST)
Lung cancer was a significant health issue in India, comprising 14.3% of all new cancer cases and being the second most common type of cancer. Smoking was a major contributor, with environmental and biomass exposure also increasing risks. Emphasis on prevention, early diagnosis, and nicotine replacement therapy was crucial for combating this disease effectively.