K M Dayashankar
VISAKAPATNAM, JULY 30, 2024: HCG Cancer Centre, Vizag hosted an ingenious interactive health campaign titled ‘Have more Tea, no more Puffs’ to emphasize the toxic effects of tobacco consumption and to propagate healthy habits. HCG Cancer Centre, Vizag distributed teacups to the customers who gather at tea stalls to unwind over tea and cigarettes, with the catchy slogan ‘Have more Tea, No more Puffs’.
The idea was to remind people of the harmful effects of tobacco while associating tea with a healthier lifestyle. This approach aimed to create a lasting impression, encouraging patrons to reconsider their habits and prioritize their well-being, ultimately reducing the risk of cancer. The campaign received an immensely positive response.
Mr. Prateek Jain, Regional Business Head AP & East, HealthCare Global Enterprises Ltd, said,“As part of our commitment to promoting a healthier lifestyle, HCG Cancer Centre, Vizag, launched the ‘Have more Tea, No more Puffs’ campaign. By distributing teacups with the catchy slogan at local tea stalls, we aimed to remind our community of the harmful effects of tobacco and encouraged them to enjoy tea without cigarettes. The overwhelmingly positive response to this initiative has shown us that small, thoughtful actions can indeed make a significant impact on public health and well-being. We are proud to have sparked conversations and inspired many to reconsider their habits, ultimately contributing to a healthier future”.
Speaking about the significance of theinitiative, Dr. Aditya Kaura, COO, HCG Cancer Centre, Vizag said, “The ‘Have more Tea, No more Puffs’campaign has been received enthusiastically by the people in Vizag who turned up in large numbers to support our initiative towards making the city free from tobacco consumption. It has been our constant endeavor to encourage our people especially the younger generation to adopt a healthy stress-free lifestyle by quitting tobacco for good.This aims to foster a healthier environment by empowering individuals to break free from tobacco addiction.”
Dr. Sanketh Kotne, Consultant – Medical Oncology &Haematology, HCG Cancer Centre, Vizag said, “Through our Have more Tea, No more Puffs’ campaign we have strived to draw the attention of the people of Vizag towards quitting smoking and following a healthy tobacco-free lifestyle. As doctors, it is our foremost duty to inform people about the ill effects of smoking. Our team is entrusted with not only treating and healing patients but also educatingthem about taking preventive measures to keep cancer at bay. The success of our campaign has revealed that the people of Vizag are serious about leading a healthy lifestyle.”
HCG Cancer Centre, Vizag campaign aimed to inspire healthier living. In Vizag, the response to the ‘Have more Tea, No more Puffs’ initiative was remarkable. Residents pledged to embrace healthier habits after learning about the harmful effects of tobacco through this initiative.
