Particularly “expensive” dependence with obvious, but also “hidden” costs turns out to be smoking. In addition to the increased risk of developing serious diseases and the loss of 13-14 years of life by smokers, cigarettes also affect the “wallet”.

As the Hellenic Society of Cardiology reported on the occasion of World Tobacco Day (May 31), if health risks are not enough reason to convince the population to quit smoking, it may be time for everyone to think about the economic consequences. In this context, the Hellenic Society of Cardiology mentions nine economic reasons why someone might quit smoking: