The Rising Trend of Smoking Among Teen Girls: An Alarming Health Crisis
Introduction Smoking among teen girls is a growing public health concern that requires immediate attention. Despite numerous efforts to curb tobacco use, the prevalence of smoking in this demographic is on the rise. This trend poses significant health risks and underscores the need for effective prevention strategies. In this article, we'll explore the factors contributing to this issue, the severe health consequences, and the necessary measures to combat it. The Current Scenario According to recent reports, smoking among teen girls has increased more than two-fold 1 . Between 2009 and 2019, the prevalence of smoking in girls rose by 3.8 percentage points , reaching 6.2% . In comparison, smoking among boys increased by 2.3 percentage points during the same period. This trend is concerning, especially since it’s going down among older women 1 . According to a report by The Indian Express, smoking among adolescents has increased over the past dec...