University of Basrah Organizes Seminar on the Dangers of Smoking
The College of Agriculture at the University of Basrah organized an awareness seminar titled “Smoking: An Enemy of Health and Society.”
The seminar aimed to highlight the negative health, social, and economic impacts of smoking, particularly among youth and university students.
Presented by Dr. Sajad Salem Issa, the seminar included a scientific presentation addressing the effects of smoking on various body systems, emphasizing its direct link to increased risks of chronic diseases, especially cardiovascular diseases and lung cancer.
The lecturer also discussed scientific and psychological methods that can help individuals quit smoking, stressing the importance of family and institutional support in promoting healthy behavior and reducing this harmful practice.
Department of Media and Governmental Communication