Md. Mirhazul Islam
Department of Environmental Science and Disaster Management, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Science and Technology University, Gopalganj-8100, Bangladesh
Publications
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Research Article
Unraveling the Social Consequences of Tobacco Products on Health and Environment: A Case Study in Gopalganj District, Bangladesh
Author(s): Md. Shafiqul Ahsan Emon, Rifat Islam*, Md. Selim Reja and Md. Mirhazul Islam
The use of tobacco has been associated with numerous detrimental health outcomes, including lung cancer, heart disease, stroke, and respiratory disorders like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This study aimed to investigate the effects of tobacco toxicants on human health and their implications for environmental pollution in Gopalganj Sadar. A structured questionnaire was employed to conduct face-to-face interviews with respondents, evaluating their knowledge regarding the toxic content of tobacco and the associated health and environmental hazards. The study revealed that approximately 80% of respondents used smoking tobacco products, while only 8% preferred smokeless tobacco and 12% used both types. Alarmingly, a significant proportion (68%) of smokers-initiated tobacco use during adolescence (between 15 and 24 years old), suggesting that young smokers are particularly .. Read More»