National Smoking Rates Hit Record Lows, Youth Lead the Decline

Recent surveys in the UK and US reveal that smoking rates have reached historic lows, with significant declines observed across all age groups. A study published in JAMA projects a national smoking prevalence of below 5% by 2035. States like California, Utah, Hawaii, and Colorado are expected to fall well below this target. In the UK, smoking rates hover around 11.5% nationally, dropping even lower among young adults. The impact of smoking on health remains a crucial variable in medical research due to its association with major health issues. Experts predict a decline in the smoking epidemic in the near future. (Goodnewsnetwork)