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Smoking Rates Plummet to Historic Lows in US, UK

6/6/2025

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Smoking rates in the UK and US are plummeting to historic lows, especially among young people. The US anticipates rates will dip below 5% by 2035, with states like California and Colorado leading the charge. Meanwhile, the UK boasts an overall rate of 11.5%, with just 9.8% of 18-24 year-olds lighting up.

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Smoking rates in the UK and US are plummeting to historic lows, especially among young people. The US anticipates rates will dip below 5% by 2035, with states like California and Colorado leading the charge. Meanwhile, the UK boasts an overall rate of 11.5%, with just 9.8% of 18-24 year-olds lighting up.