Overview

• Sweden has the lowest daily smoking rate in the EU at only 6.4% of the population over 15.
• Anti-smoking campaigns, legislation, and the popularity of smokeless tobacco alternative snus have contributed to the declining smoking rates.
• Smoking is banned in many public places including outside hospitals, bus stops and train platforms as well as bar and restaurant patios.
• While snus makers claim it has helped lower smoking rates, health officials don't recommend using the addictive product.
• Sweden aims to be the first 'smoke-free' country in Europe with under 5% daily smokers.