title: [Why limit the use of tobacco products?].
abstract: The scientific evidence strongly shows that there is no safe level of exposure to tobacco smoke. It is indisputable that the only effective way to protect the population from the harmful effects of SHS is a 100% smoke-free environment. Implemented legal regulations of countries and regions that have already implemented a smoke-free policy were not only feasible, but also well received. They have only positive effects on all sectors, especially in regard to health - actual reduction in heart attacks and respiratory illnesses. In accordance with the positive experiences and scientifically substantiated, the WHO makes recommendations for the implementation in the countries signatory of the Convention on Tobacco Control to protect the health of their citizens and workers. Croatia has a modem law in line with the World Health Organisation recommendations, but it is necessary to work on the positive climate of smoke-free and cooperation of citizens in protecting and improving their own health. In order to achieve long-term results in accordance with a smoke-free policy, interventions must be comprehensive and continuously incorporated into the system.
authors.affiliation: iceronja@gmail.com
authors.forename: Ivana
authors.initials: I
authors.lastname: Ceronja
mesh_terms: D017523:Croatia; D006801:Humans; D012907:Smoking / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D000074606:Smoking Prevention; D014028:Tobacco Smoke Pollution / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence* / Q000517:prevention & control
chemical_list: D014028:Tobacco Smoke Pollution