The Moscow Center for the Prevention and Treatment of Tobacco Smoking and Non-Chemical Credits warned of the dangers of smoking hookahs that go beyond the detrimental effects of cigarettes.
The head of the center, Oleg Kotoshev, that smoking hookah for 45 minutes, leads to the consumption of a large amount of carbon monoxide and nicotine, larger than those in the pack of cigarettes.
He added that this leads to increased heart rates and blood pressure in addition to disrupting the work of the lung and increase the risk of pneumonia, as smokers suffer from low physical endurance, and fainting and carbon monoxide poisoning is the most prevalent in the world.
The doctor also warned against the transmission of diseases and viruses during the circulation of one hookah for more than one person, even if this was done by replacing a new nozzle, because viruses are also present in the tube itself and difficult to disinfect in cafes or restaurants.
"Smoking in an unprepared or poorly ventilated room has an indirect effect on tobacco smoke," he said.