NIDA's Continued Commitment to Nicotine Research
Tobacco use is the Nation's most profound public health problem. Each year, tobacco use accounts for an estimated $50 billion in health care costs, and the human cost is even more staggering. More than 400,000 Americans die annually from tobacco-related diseases. Of course, most smokers want to reduce their risks of heart and lung diseases, cancers, and strokes, but once addicted, smokers and other tobacco users find it very difficult to stop. NIDA's contribution to the Nation's efforts to reduce tobacco use has been critically important. NIDA-supported research has led the way to development