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Tokyo's Sidewalk Smoking Ban Boosts Global Health Progress

9/16/2025

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Chiyoda ward in Tokyo banned smoking on sidewalks, aiding the global decline in cancer and heart disease rates since 2010.
A study in The Lancet reported decreased deaths from non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in 152 countries for women and 147 for men from 2010 to 2019.
India and Papua New Guinea experienced rising NCD mortality rates, especially among women in India.
The study highlights the importance of investing in chronic disease prevention and healthcare improvements.
Key factors in mortality reduction included better treatments, tobacco restrictions, and statin use.

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Story summary

Chiyoda ward in Tokyo banned smoking on sidewalks, aiding the global decline in cancer and heart disease rates since 2010.
A study in The Lancet reported decreased deaths from non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in 152 countries for women and 147 for men from 2010 to 2019.
India and Papua New Guinea experienced rising NCD mortality rates, especially among women in India.
The study highlights the importance of investing in chronic disease prevention and healthcare improvements.
Key factors in mortality reduction included better treatments, tobacco restrictions, and statin use.