Cancer is a common cause of death. In recent years, anti-tobacco campaigns in Lebanon have gained energy. The American University Hospital recently banned smoking, even inside offices. More recently, the government has done the same. Therefore, more vigilance is needed, and anti-tobacco campaigns need to be strengthened even more.
People can start at home.
The large tray loaded with every brand of cigarette available that greets you when you visit friends needs to go. Lebanese hospitality need not destroy the lungs of the guests. Smoking friends can be gently asked to smoke outside, using their own cigarettes. The government needs to ban advertising, if not completely, then at least on the airwaves and within sight of schools. Anti-tobacco education at school is needed.