KARACHI, PAKISTAN:
The issue of passive smoking is increasing day by day. Even though smoking is banned in many public places, including universities, many students and staff members continue to smoke, putting non-smokers at risk of exposure to second-hand smoke.
Passive smoking has been proven to cause a range of health problems, including lung cancer, heart disease, and respiratory problems. It is unacceptable that non-smokers are being subjected to these health risks simply because they are in proximity to smokers. Universities should protect the health of their students and staff, and they must enforce a ban on smoking on university premises.
This can include designating smoking areas, increasing signage to remind people not to smoke, and implementing stricter penalties for those who don’t follow the rules. As a student at a university, I urge the administration to take this issue seriously and take the necessary steps to create a smoke-free environment. By doing so, they will be sending a clear message that they care about the health and well-being of all those who work and study at the university.
Abeera Farrukh
Karachi
Published in The Express Tribune, May 6th, 2023.
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