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Smoking in Spain

The overall smoking prevalence in Spain has been going down since 2006. 27.9% of the adult population are current smokers, down from 34% in 2006. This means there are now approximately 11.1 million people smoking in the country. 29.1% of men smoke and for women the figure is 26.7%. The most recent figures show there were 57,216 annual deaths attributable to tobacco smoking (approximately 10,700 women and 46,600 men). The annual percentage of all deaths attributable to tobacco smoking was 19.1% (women: 5.1%; and men: 22.3%). Nicotine vapes (e-cigarettes) are legal in Spain and there are 535,200 vapers in the country, giving an adult vaping prevalence of 1.33%. Vaping devices can only be sold to those 18 and older and can be purchased without a prescription but there are legal restrictions on their use in public places. Heated tobacco products are legal and can be marketed, but the situation is a bit more complicated for snus. While it is illegal to import snus for trade or buy the product online, it is possible to import it for personal use. It is legal to buy nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) products from pharmacies without a prescription and it can be marketed. The NRT market in Spain is worth €32.4 million. For further information and full references, click through to the detailed datasheets above.

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October 03, 2024 by clearingtheair.eu

Spain to ban disposable vapes and flavours

The Spanish government plans to ban disposable vapes and flavored e-cigarettes due to health and environmental concerns, aiming to reduce smoking rates. Advocates argue for flavored vaping products as effective tools for smoking cessation. Despite claims of disposable vapes being a 'gateway' to smoking, evidence suggests otherwise. Secretary Padilla outlined upcoming legislation changes to address public health issues and expand smoke-free areas by early 2025. Over half a million Spaniards vape, representing 1.3% of adults, whereas smoking affects nearly 28% of adults, leading to over 57,000 smoking-related deaths yearly. Discussions on these developments took place during a recent meeting in Madrid.

October 01, 2024 by worldvapersalliance.com

Spanish Flavour and Disposable Vape Ban: A Blow to Public Health

The World Vapers’ Alliance opposes the Secretary of State for Health's ban on disposable vapes and flavors, citing negative public health impacts, hindrance to smoking cessation, and black-market growth. They advocate for evidence-based regulation supporting harm reduction and criticizing the government's ignorance of successful anti-smoking strategies in the UK and Sweden. The WVA urges Spain to reconsider the ban, prioritize harm reduction, and support safer smoking alternatives.

August 30, 2024 by filtermag.org

Spanish Advocates Fear Worsening Outlook for Tobacco Harm Reduction

The Ministry of Health intends to amend the law, which regulates sale, supply, consumption and advertising, in order to “combat smoking.” The consultation opened in July and closed on August 15. Advocates like Dr. Escrig, who has a PhD in molecular biology and is based in Madrid, have reason to fear that not only cigarettes but vapes and other safer nicotine products will be in the crosshairs.

July 23, 2024 by vape1024.com

Spain’s Major Crackdown on Illegal E-Cigarettes in Seville

On July 22, 2024, the Spanish Civil Guard conducted a special operation named “Humeros” in the province of Seville, seizing 171,407 illegal e-cigarette products. These products were primarily disposable e-cigarettes containing nicotine and failed to comply with the relevant regulations.

May 28, 2024 by gfn.tv

IS THIS REALLY THE PATH TO A SMOKEFREE SPAIN? | Featuring Carmen Escrig

Under Spain's new anti-smoking plan, safer nicotine products will now be equated with smoking in the latest measures to restrict vaping in the country. Joining us today is Carmen Escrig, Coordinator of the Spanish Medical Platform for Tobacco Harm Reduction, who will highlight the pushback against this proposal and the institutional biases that helped create it in the first place.

May 06, 2024 by birminghammail.co.uk

Spain moves towards 'outright ban' with heavier fines for UK tourists who break rules

Spain approved a new anti-smoking plan focusing on more smoke-free areas, higher cigarette prices, and stricter vaping regulations. The plan aims to increase cigarette prices, expand smoke-free zones, and tighten vaping rules to align with tobacco products. The Ministry of Health plans to ban single-use vapes and increase fines for littering, while also introducing plain packaging for tobacco and e-cigarettes. The laws will reform smoking regulations with some changes expected to take effect by the end of the year. The plan does not ban smoking on terraces, campuses, or beaches yet, but it lays the groundwork for potential future restrictions.

April 09, 2024 by theolivepress.es

Crackdown on smoking and vaping in Spain: These are the new measures being taken by the government

Spain has initiated a new anti-smoking plan via public consultation for plain cigarette packets and banning vape flavors in the 2024-2027 policy. The Health Ministry collaborated with 17 regions on this plan. The proposal aims to prevent youth tobacco initiation, involves neutral tobacco packets, and flavored vape prohibition. Health Minister Monica Garcia plans to discuss tobacco tax levels with the Finance Ministry. The plan also includes smoke-free outdoor spaces, pending specific terms. Despite overall regional support, some regions may have differing opinions, particularly concerning hospitality terrace smoking.

February 05, 2024 by euroweeklynews.com

Spanish Health wants to raise the price of tobacco

A recent announcement indicates that the Spanish Ministry of Health has plans to get tough on tobacco. On her arrival at the Ministry of Health, Monica Garcia set forth her plan to resurrect an anti-smoking initiative that was initially introduced during Carolina Darias’ tenure as health minister. The move is seen as a bold step towards a healthier nation. This initiative underscores a commitment to enforce stricter regulations on vaping and to extend smoke-free zones to include terraces and other public areas.

November 13, 2023 by surinenglish.com

Spanish government starts funding a second drug to help people quit smoking in 25 days

Spain's Ministry of Health has authorised funding for a second drug to help people quit smoking, with the active ingredient 'cytisinicline'. Marketed under the name Recigarum by the pharmaceutical company Adamed, the price for a pack of 100 tablets has been reduced this month from 111 euros to 71 euros. The general recommended dosage is one tablet every two hours at first, then one or two a day. One box is "sufficient for a full course of treatment" lasting 25 days, the drug's data sheet states.

January 04, 2023 by spanishnewstoday.com

Tobacco companies in Spain forced to foot the bill for cleaning up cigarette butts

From this Friday (January 6), tobacco companies in Spain will be forced to pay for cleaning up the millions of cigarette butts discarded on the country's streets and beaches every year.