CASE DISCUSSION
Tobacco Prevention & Cessation
Presented India by Dr. Rakesh GuptaViews
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Case Description
More than five million people die prematurely each year due to tobacco use, which is a significant preventable cause of disease and premature death. Both oral and overall health can be badly harmed by smoking or chewing tobacco. Professionals in oral health are crucial in encouraging tobacco-free...
Case Summary
- Tobacco use is a disease, and users are patients according to international classifications, yet this isn't consistently reflected in hospital coding practices, hindering the ability to accurately assess the burden of tobacco-related illnesses.
Speaker Profile
Dr. Rakesh Gupta
President, Rajasthan Cancer Foundation, JaipurDr. Rakesh Gupta is the President of the Rajasthan Cancer Foundation, Jaipur, and a leading advocate for cancer prevention and tobacco control in India. He has extensive experience in public health initiatives focused on cancer awareness, prevention, and community outreach. Dr. Gupta has played a key role in strengthening tobacco control policies and national cancer control programs. He has been recognized for his contributions to public health, including receiving the WHO Director-General’s Award (SEARO) for tobacco control efforts. Through his leadership, he continues to promote early detection, prevention, and awareness to reduce the cancer burden in the community.
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