'Incredible' milestone reached as Sweden becomes a smoke-free country
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- Sweden achieved its political goal of becoming smoke-free by 2025, with regular smokers dropping to below 5%.
- The proportion of daily smokers decreased from 16% in 2003 to 4.8% in 2025, and people are smoking fewer cigarettes overall.
- Decline in smoking attributed to reduced accessibility through higher taxes and advertising bans, making it more expensive and harder to smoke.
- Snus use increased in Sweden, but research indicates it may not be the primary factor for reduced smoking rates.
- Preventative measures are credited as the main driver behind the reduction in smoking habits.
- Experts note a need for more research into snus's role in smoking trends.