Health risks and the ongoing economic crisis are the main reasons leading smokers in Greece to seek help to quit their habit, according to a study made public on Tuesday.
“Considering that the monthly cigarette budget ranges from 150 euros to 300 euros (1-2 cigarette packs/day) namely, 3,600 euros a year, quitting smoking through interventions is more affordable, while the individual is a winner, health-wise, and in terms of life quality,” it was stressed in a press conference held on the occasion of the 29th Athens Classic Marathon, set to take place on November 13.
Hellenic Thoracic Society (EPE) president Prof Konstantinos Gourgoulianis said healthcare risks (86 percent) are still the main reason that leads a smoker to decide to quit the habit.
A total of 51 anti-smoking centers operate across the country, most of which are incorporated into public and private hospitals and municipal clinics.
AMNA
