Inhaling Danger: 30-Year-Old Man Hospitalised After Smoking Hubbly
- A 30-year-old man spent two weeks in the ICU after a life-threatening stroke caused by complications from smoking hubbly bubbly
- Indications suggest that hubbly bubbly poses a greater risk than traditional cigarettes
- Individuals frequently undergo the onset of diverse health conditions or cancers
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MAHIKENG - In Mahikeng, North West, a 30-year-old man faced a life-threatening situation, spending two weeks in the ICU as a result of a stroke linked to complications arising from smoking hubbly bubbly.
According to SABC News, the results indicated that Bakang Rankokwadi's chest was full of blood and water.
Rankokwadi says that he spent 10 days in hospital.
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"The nurses told me I was very lucky to have survived this."
Speaking to Briefly News, Giulia Criscuolo, pharmacist, complementary medicines expert and life coach says that smoking produces free radicals, which can cause cellular damage and deplete essential vitamins and minerals in the body leaving it vulnerable to illness and disease. It creates a toxic blend of poisons and cancer-causing chemicals that puts every internal organ at risk. Smoking can also cause smokers wrinkles and can damage the blood vessel lining which can lead to heart attacks.
"Learn to prioritise your physical and mental health. Follow a healthy balanced nutritious diet which includes lots of fruits and vegetables, healthy fats and lean protein.
Exercise regularly, get enough restorative sleep and adopt healthier habits to manage stress such as practising mindfulness, meditation and yoga. Take time out of each day to participate in enjoyable healthy activities."
Netizens warned of dangers
Mzansi took to social media, indicating that this needs to stop as it is bad for one's health
Idah Serapelo said:
"I send it to my family I hope they will listen and stop."
Katlego Paul Esco noted:
"It's bad."
Sinethemba Khosa says:
"People won’t stop. The same way a box of cigarettes has warnings on it that it can lead to lung cancer yet people still continue to smoke it in numbers."
Majossy Kalwenya
"Smoking and drinking alcohol are not healthy just stop those things, brother."
Singh RS expressed:
"People will never learn. This thing should be banned. Together with alcohol and cigarettes."
Joe Nathi elaborated:
"Hubbly is dangerous more than cigarettes, ask the doctors."
ThirtySix Sosa says:
"I hope hubbly smokers learned their lesson."
Hubbly Bubbly is a silent threat
According to SABC News, Dr. Norman Mabote says that hubbly bubbly poses a greater risk than cigarettes as, over time, its users often experience the development of various conditions or cancers.
"Extended use of hubbly bubbly often leads to the development of additional health conditions, prompting hospital admissions. Chronic airway disease is a common consequence, resulting in compromised breathing capacity due to persistent exposure to carbon monoxide."
Homemade hubbly bubbly device sparks concern and laughter
Previously, Briefly News reported that some individuals are fearless in pursuing a good time. A recent image of a homemade hubbly bubbly smoking device indicates their bold creativity.
The picture displays a 20-litre bucket with perforations on the sides to accommodate hose pipes. South Africans filled the Twitter post with a mix of humour and apprehension, expressing doubts about the safety of the improvised device.
Source: Briefly News
