This date serves as a reminder of the importance of a healthy lifestyle and caring for yourself and your loved ones.

According to the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology, in March 2025, 31% of Ukrainians used tobacco or nicotine products, including 27% who did so daily.

Smoking is one of the leading causes of death in Ukraine. Each year, more than 130,000 people die from diseases caused by tobacco use. These aren’t just statistics — they represent lives lost that could have been saved. Quitting this harmful habit is the first step toward improving your quality of life, increasing life expectancy, and reducing the risk of many diseases. Every person who chooses health makes a significant investment in their future.

Here are a few important changes that occur in the body after quitting tobacco products completely:

🟢 The immune system becomes stronger, helping the body fight infections and illnesses more effectively.

🟢 Skin health improves — it becomes more elastic, and the risk of premature aging and wrinkles decreases.

🟢 The risk of chronic respiratory diseases like chronic bronchitis and emphysema is reduced.

🟢 Blood circulation improves, benefiting heart function and vascular health, while lowering the risk of blood clots.

🟢 The risk of developing various types of cancer — including oral, laryngeal, esophageal, and pancreatic cancer — is significantly reduced.

🟢 Sleep quality and emotional well-being improve, with reduced anxiety and a lower risk of depression.

Choose a life without smoking. Let a healthy lifestyle become the norm for everyone!