In a study done by AM J Public Health, they collected data from smokers, nonsmokers and people who quit smoking. They asked a series of questions involving smoking and smoking cigarettes containing menthol, a synthetically made organic compound that has been found to benefit public health if removed from cigarettes. 38. 9% of menthol smokers from the study said they would quit smoking if menthol cigarettes were not available, and only 13% of menthol smokers said they would switch to a non-menthol cigarette. “These public reactions to a potential FDA ban on menthol cigarettes provide a strong counterargument to the tobacco industry perspective that a ban infringes on freedom of choice, patronizes adults, and will lead to a large black market”
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The United States has taken many steps since the 1950’s when cigarettes were first accepted as the cause of many health problems. There is a strong presence of anti-smoking policies in many states that are only spreading to the rest. These policies have caused many changes to businesses and individuals throughout the nation. Their presence has already decreased the amount of second-hand smoke being inhaled by nonsmokers in public places, as well as increased awareness to everyone on the seriousness of illnesses caused by cigarettes and their smoke. Yet these smoking bans have not made any impact on the number of people dying of smoking-related diseases. In order to decrease the deaths of Americans, there needs to be a more dramatic approach to confronting the smoking of cigarettes. Introducing new policies that limit and then completely end the production of cigarettes, will be extremely beneficial to the cause. This coupled with cessation programs, will help Americans adjust to the desired smoke-free society. By illegalizing the production of cigarettes in the United States, Americans will live in a healthier and happier society. People will not be dependent on a substance for happiness or have to endure addiction and withdrawal. Cigarettes ruin the lives of smokers and nonsmokers alike. Without them in our daily lives, our smoke free society will see an increase in the length and quality of
The United States has taken many steps since the 1950’s when cigarettes were first accepted as the cause of many health problems. There is a strong presence of anti-smoking policies in many states that are only spreading to the rest. These policies have caused many changes to businesses and individuals throughout the nation. Their presence has already decreased the amount of second-hand smoke being inhaled by nonsmokers in public places, as well as increased awareness to everyone on the seriousness of illnesses caused by cigarettes and their smoke. Yet these smoking bans have not made any impact on the number of people dying of smoking-related diseases. In order to decrease the deaths of Americans, there needs to be a more dramatic approach to confronting the smoking of cigarettes. Introducing new policies that limit and then completely end the production of cigarettes, will be extremely beneficial to the cause. This coupled with cessation programs, will help Americans adjust to the desired smoke-free society. By illegalizing the production of cigarettes in the United States, Americans will live in a healthier and happier society. People will not be dependent on a substance for happiness or have to endure addiction and withdrawal. Cigarettes ruin the lives of smokers and nonsmokers alike. Without them in our daily lives, our smoke free society will see an increase in the length and quality of