Cigarette usage concretely affects people by causing various health issues such as lung cancer, heart disease, respiratory problems, and decreased life expectancy. It also impacts non-smokers through secondhand smoke exposure. It imposes financial burdens due to healthcare costs and lost productivity.

As a non-smoker, cigarette usage concretely affects me through secondhand smoke exposure, which can harm my health and increase my risk of developing respiratory problems, cardiovascular diseases, and other health issues. It also affects my environment and quality of life, as I may encounter the smell of smoke in public spaces and face restrictions on where I can go to avoid exposure to secondhand smoke.

Individuals affected by cigarette usage experience a range of concrete impacts. Smokers face increased health risks. They also bear the financial burden of purchasing cigarettes and potentially costly healthcare treatments. 

If things change regarding the usage of cigarettes, it could mean significant improvements in public health, including reduced rates of smoking-related diseases, fewer premature deaths, and lower healthcare costs. Additionally, there may be positive social and environmental impacts, such as cleaner air and reduced exposure to secondhand smoke. On the other hand, if things stay the same, the negative consequences of cigarette usage are likely to persist, including ongoing health problems, financial burdens, and social disparities related to smoking.

Now is the time to act in banning cigarette sales due to increasing awareness of the severe health risks associated with smoking, advancements in smoking cessation methods, and the pressing need to reduce the burden of smoking-related diseases on healthcare systems. Additionally, there is growing momentum for tobacco control measures globally, making it an opportune moment to implement bold policies to protect public health.