Prohealth.id — Sajian Informasi yang Bergizi dan PeduliSenin, 19 Oktober 2026
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In a tobacco-producing district in Magelang, Central Java, smoking has become part of the rite of passage for boys. The long-ingrained tradition, coupled with regional revenue from the tobacco industry, has made regency officials hesitant to send a strong message against tobacco control. Katon Wijaya began smoking when he received four packs of cigarettes from…
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Recent studies affirm the common perception that smoking aggravates poverty and health problems in Indonesia. However, the administration of President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo remains unyielding with its protobacco policy despite more scientific evidence on tobacco’s catastrophic effects on people’s health. The Jakarta Post journalist Vela Andapita examines the issue. A 21-year study by the University…
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