Every person has his own right to choose whether to smoke or not. Smokers do make a conscious choice. They know the risks, but they continue to harm their health.
When people need medical help, people may come with different complaints. That’s why I think that smokers shouldn’t spend more money on health than non-smokers. For example, people who find themselves in a difficult life situation receive the same medical care regardless of the cost. However, if a person is a smoker in the same situation, then he has to spend more because he has a more complicated complication. So, on the other hand, they should be spending more because of the habit. It is logical to assume that such people should bear greater financial responsibility for the consequences of their choices, especially when it comes to free or subsidized healthcare. This may become an incentive to quit smoking or not start at all.
At the same time, it is important to consider that not all smokers choose this habit consciously. Many start smoking at a young age due to peer pressure, stress, or a lack of awareness. Some people are addicted and find it very difficult to quit. Therefore, instead of punishment, it may be more effective to invest in prevention programs, public education, and support systems to help people stop smoking. In this way, society can reduce health risks and improve the quality of life for everyone without creating unfair financial pressure.
In conclusion, smokers should pay more in cases related with smoking, but for any illness they should pay as much as they cost.