The number of people smoking daily has reached its lowest point in history, decreasing from 9.4% at this time last year to 8%. However, data from the annual health survey in New Zealand shows that the daily illness rate among Maori people is still much higher at 19.9%, although this is lower than the rate of 22.3%.
Although the number of smokers has decreased, the use of tobacco and electronic cigarettes continues to grow, rising from 6% last year to 8.3% this year, with the highest usage rate among those aged 18 to 24.
Hāpai Te Hauora, a Maori public health organization, says that more work needs to be done to help the country achieve its 5% smoke-free target by 2025.
The smoking rate among non-profit people is 7.2%, and Hāpai Te Hauora is urging the government to seriously address the issue of inequality for Māori and Pacific Islanders. CEO Selah Hart stated that there are various measures, including legislative steps, that can restrict the sale and supply of tobacco.
Although smoking rates have decreased, the use of e-cigarettes and vaping has skyrocketed, particularly among the 18 to 24 age-group.
A total of 22.9% of e-cigarette users are of Pākēha descent, 21.7% are Pacific Islanders, and 17.6% are Māori.
Hart said that electronic cigarettes are a double-edged sword: they are a useful device for quitting smoking, but they also create a habit for those who have never smoked before.
They simply consumed nicotine... Therefore, on one hand, this is a remarkable achievement because we have eliminated a large amount of chemicals that entered the bodies of these whānau," said Hart.
We need to re-examine our strategy now and understand what we are doing to protect and keep away those whānau who have never smoked but are now using e-cigarettes, from these potential nicotine addiction devices.
Declaration:
This article is compiled from third-party information and is intended for industry communication and learning purposes only.
This article does not represent the perspective of 2FIRSTS, and 2FIRSTS cannot confirm the authenticity or accuracy of its contents. The article's translation is solely intended for industry-related communication and research purposes.
Due to limitations in our translation skills, the article translation may not accurately reflect the original text. Please refer to the original text for accuracy.
2FIRSTS is completely aligned with the Chinese government on any domestic, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and foreign-related statements and positions.
The compilation of information is the property of the original media and author. If there is infringement, please contact us to have it removed.
Disclaimer
This article is provided solely for professional research, industry discussion, and informational purposes. Any references to brands, companies, products, technologies, or policies are made for factual reporting and analytical purposes only, and do not constitute endorsement, recommendation, promotion, or advertising by 2Firsts.
Nicotine-containing products, including but not limited to cigarettes, e-cigarettes, heated tobacco products, and nicotine pouches, carry significant health risks. Readers are responsible for complying with all applicable laws and regulations in their respective jurisdictions, including age restrictions and access limitations.
The information contained in this article should not be regarded as investment, legal, medical, regulatory, or commercial advice. While 2Firsts strives to ensure the accuracy and reliability of its content, it does not assume liability for any direct or indirect loss arising from errors, omissions, inaccuracies, or reliance on the information contained herein.
This article is not intended for individuals below the legal age for accessing tobacco or nicotine-related information in their jurisdiction.
Copyright Notice
This article is either original content produced by 2Firsts or content reproduced, translated, summarized, or adapted from third-party sources with attribution where applicable. The intellectual property rights of the original content remain with 2Firsts or the respective original rights holders.
No individual or organization may copy, reproduce, distribute, republish, modify, translate, or otherwise use this content without prior authorization. Any unauthorized use may result in legal action.
For copyright-related inquiries, corrections, or removal requests, please contact: info@2firsts.com.
AI-Assisted Translation and Editing Notice
Portions of this article may have been translated, edited, or reviewed with the assistance of artificial intelligence tools to improve efficiency and readability. Due to the limitations of AI-assisted translation and editing, discrepancies, omissions, or inaccuracies may exist when compared with the original source.
Where applicable, readers are advised to refer to the original source for the most complete and accurate information. If you identify any errors or believe that any content infringes upon your rights, please contact us at info@2firsts.com, and we will review and address the matter promptly.
