Originally Posted by
xjx388
I don't think you are interpreting these studies correctly. Sure, if we didn't treat the problems that arise with smoking, it might be cheaper. But we can't have it both ways: keep smoking, insist that smokers be treated for the inevitable problems that arise and then expect to save money. It makes no sense.
I know this is uncomfortable but you will die. It does not matter what life-style choices you make. We are all going to die.
You cannot chose to stay healthy forever. You can only chose to get different health problems later in life.