This is with reference to the report “Owners of shisha shops accused of profiteering” (June 3). Instead of complaining about shisha shops charging extra for disposable plastic tubes for the mouthpieces, efforts should be made to completely ban shisha smoking in the Kingdom. This move should be taken in the larger interest of the masses.
It is no secret that smoking in any form is hazardous to health. According to various authentic sceintific studies, shisha smoking is many times harmful than cigarette smoking.
Currently, we are experiencing spread of MERS, which is so far incurable. In such a situation, gathering of many people at one place for shisha smoking poses a threat as it increases the chances of the spread of coronavirus.
People should understand what is good for their health and the overall environment. We should try to adopt a healthy lifestyle. Smoking in any form is harmful to health and it affects others as well. We should also realize that spending hard-earned money on shisha smoking or cigarretes is not wise. We can spend the same amount on eating healthy stuff.
Ban shisha smoking
