An educational seminar titled “Let’s Fight Harmful Habits Together!” was held at Baku State University (BSU), organized by the Student Youth Organization (SYO) of the Faculty of Biology.

Dr. Gunay Allahverdizade, a general practitioner from City Polyclinic No. 30 located on the BSU campus, provided detailed information about the harmful effects and complications caused by nicotine, alcohol, and narcotic substances on the human body, with particular emphasis on their impact on young people.

Nigar Huseynova, Chair of the SYO at the Faculty of Biology, gave a presentation on the changes caused by smoking at the cellular, tissue, and organ levels in the human body, highlighting its links to respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, as well as various types of cancer.

The seminar also addressed not only the physiological effects of harmful habits but also their social and psychological impacts. The importance of promoting a healthy lifestyle and raising awareness among youth was strongly emphasized throughout the session.

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being