Public Health What are the social implications of smoking? February 4, 2026 by Riding Smoking has far-reaching social implications that extend beyond individual health, impacting economies, public health policies, and social norms. These implications include increased healthcare costs, lost productivity, and the burden of secondhand smoke on nonsmokers. Public health campaigns and regulations aim to reduce smoking rates and protect public health, but the deeply entrenched social and cultural […] Read more »