Smoking in Europe - Statistics & Facts
Nicotine, which is contained in tobacco, is considered one of the most addictive substances on Earth and can lead to smoking becoming a lifelong addiction for many. It is estimated that as many as two-thirds of people who ever try a cigarette will become addicted. Recently, the perception of smoking has moved away from something that was once seen as ‘cool’ and the health risks of smoking are well-documented and fairly common knowledge among the European population. Bulgaria, France, and Turkey had among the highest rates of daily smokers in Europe, with under a quarter of their adult populations doing so. On the other hand, the Nordic countries had the lowest rates of smokers, at around and under 10 percent. Across Europe, smoking is generally more common among men than women.
