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Every year, on May 31st, the world comes together to observe World No Tobacco Day (WNTD), a global initiative established by the Member States of the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1987. The purpose of this day is to draw attention to the tobacco epidemic and the preventable death and disease it causes. Each year, WNTD features a different theme to address various aspects of tobacco control.
The theme for World No Tobacco Day 2024 is "Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference." This year, WHO and public health champions around the globe will raise awareness about the harmful influence of the tobacco industry on young people. The goal is to advocate for stronger policies that prevent the targeting of youth with tobacco products.
Despite significant progress in reducing cigarette smoking rates, the tobacco industry continues to target young people through various tactics. This year’s theme provides a platform for young people, policy-makers, and tobacco control advocates to discuss these issues and urge governments to adopt robust policies to protect the next generation.
According to data from 2022, at least 37 million young people aged 13–15 years worldwide use some form of tobacco. In the WHO European Region, 11.5% of boys and 10.1% of girls in this age group are tobacco users, totaling 4 million young tobacco users.
The tobacco industry needs to replace the millions of customers who die or quit tobacco use each year. To achieve this, they create an environment that encourages the uptake of tobacco products among young people. This includes pushing for lax regulations that keep products available and affordable and developing new products and advertising strategies that appeal to children and adolescents. Social media and streaming platforms are often used to reach this young audience.
Products like electronic cigarettes and nicotine pouches are gaining popularity among youth. In 2022, 12.5% of adolescents in the European Region used e-cigarettes, compared to only 2% of adults. In some countries, the rate of e-cigarette use among school children is 2–3 times higher than traditional cigarette smoking rates.
The tobacco industry knowingly sells products that cause deadly dependency, particularly targeting young people. World No Tobacco Day 2024 calls on governments and the tobacco control community to protect current and future generations by holding the tobacco industry accountable for the harm it causes. This includes implementing stringent regulations to limit the availability and appeal of tobacco products to youth.
World No Tobacco Day 2024 serves as a critical reminder of the ongoing battle against the tobacco industry’s efforts to recruit young people as the next generation of tobacco users. By coming together and taking decisive action, we can protect our youth from the harmful influence of the tobacco industry and create a healthier future for all.
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Tags: World No Tobacco Day, Tobacco control, Youth protection, Tobacco industry, Public health, Anti-tobacco policies.
Join the global observance of World No Tobacco Day 2024 on May 31st. Learn about the harmful influence of the tobacco industry on youth and how we can protect future generations through strong policies and education.
