Teen Smoking Hits All-Time Low of 1.4% in US
Youth smoking in America has plummeted to just 1.4%, down from 36% in 1997, marking a historic public health victory. Vaping among teens has also dropped to its lowest level since 2019.
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Sweden Near Smoke-Free Using Safer Nicotine Alternatives
Sweden is close to becoming Europe's first smoke-free nation by making vaping and nicotine pouches accessible to adult smokers. Countries that embrace safer alternatives are seeing dramatic drops in smoking rates and tobacco deaths.
Australian Banks Block 1,000+ Accounts in Tobacco Crackdown
Australia's major banks have joined forces to fight organized crime, blocking over 1,000 suspicious accounts and helping seize 35 million illegal cigarettes in just four months. The unprecedented collaboration shows financial institutions can be powerful allies in disrupting criminal networks.
US Adult Smoking Hits Record Low of 10%
Nearly 10% of American adults smoked cigarettes in 2024, the lowest rate ever recorded since the landmark 1964 Surgeon General warning. The dramatic drop from 42% six decades ago shows how public health education can transform a nation's habits.
US Smoking Rate Drops Below 10% for First Time Ever
For the first time in American history, fewer than 10% of adults smoke cigarettes. What seemed impossible in 1964 when 42% of adults smoked has become reality thanks to decades of public health efforts.