Dear Editor: World No Tobacco Day

Dear Editor,

Every year on May 31st, The World Health Organization and its partners mark World No Tobacco Day, highlighting the health risks associated with tobacco use and advocating for effective policies to reduce tobacco consumption. Tobacco use is the single most preventable cause of death globally and is currently responsible for killing one in 10 adults worldwide. The theme of this year's World No Tobacco Day campaign is "Ban tobacco advertising, promotion, and sponsorship."

Tobacco addiction is a global issue, and World No Tobacco Day brings light to the serious health risks of tobacco...