A new study from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) finds that chewing tobacco use contributed to an estimated 251,000 deaths globally in 2023, with health loss overwhelmingly concentrated in South Asia.
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Chewing Tobacco Use Linked to 251,000 Global Deaths, Major Impact in South Asia
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October 1, 2026
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A study by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation reveals that chewing tobacco use resulted in approximately 251,000 deaths worldwide in 2023, with a significant health impact in South Asia. This issue is relevant to Iran as it highlights public health challenges and the need for effective tobacco control policies.
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