EU won’t meet its ‘smoke-free’ target for 76 years, shock new report finds
November 11, 2024 by clearingtheair.eu
EU won’t meet its ‘smoke-free’ target for 76 years, shock new report finds
A new report reveals the EU will not achieve its 'smoke free' target until 2100, 60 years later than planned. By contrast, Sweden is set to reach this goal in a week, thanks to promoting reduced-risk nicotine products. The EU's smoking rates have only slightly decreased, with 24% of adults smoking. Countries with strict regulations on such products, like Ireland and the Netherlands, show minimal progress. Over-regulation can drive smokers back to traditional cigarettes, increasing health risks. The report emphasizes the untapped potential of safer alternatives to reduce smoking prevalence, calling for modernized strategies to achieve a smoke-free society.
