IMSS Expands Anti-Smoking Initiatives

The Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) provided preventive tobacco-use services to over 110,000 individuals in 2025, signaling a strategic shift toward prioritizing primary care to mitigate the long-term economic and clinical burden of chronic disease. By focusing on early screening and behavioral intervention at first-level healthcare units, the institution aims to reduce the incidence of … Read more

Benin: Eric Loko’s Journey to Quitting Tobacco

Beyond the Pack: The Future of Smoking Cessation and Public Health The story of Eric Loko—a 37-year-old in Cotonou who successfully navigated an eleven-year addiction—is more than a personal victory. This proves a blueprint for the future of global smoking cessation efforts. As we look ahead, the intersection of community outreach, digital support, and behavioral … Read more