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Kuwait: A recent study by the American data platform Wisevoter provides a fresh perspective on global smoking habits, highlighting both positive and concerning trends for Kuwait.

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The study reveals that Kuwait’s smoking rate sits at 9.17%, ranking 88th out of 158 countries analyzed. This positions Kuwait considerably lower than the global average and some nations with alarmingly high smoking rates. Nauru, for instance, leads the pack with nearly half its population (48.5%) identified as smokers, followed by countries like Myanmar (44.1%) and Serbia (39.8%).

While Kuwait’s global ranking offers some comfort, the picture within the Arab world paints a different story. Here, Kuwait ranks a concerning eighth, with Lebanon leading the region by a significant margin at 38.2% smoker prevalence. This stark contrast underscores the need for more aggressive tobacco control measures within the Arab world.

Wisevoter’s study emphasizes the substantial public health risks associated with tobacco use. Smoking is a known contributor to various health problems, including cancer, heart disease, and respiratory illnesses. The study’s findings serve as a wake-up call for continued global efforts towards tobacco control.

The diverse patterns observed across different countries suggest a one-size-fits-all approach might not be effective. Kuwait and other Arab nations can leverage this study’s insights to develop targeted tobacco control strategies. These strategies could encompass public awareness campaigns, stricter regulations on cigarette sales and marketing, and promoting smoking cessation programs. By implementing such measures, Kuwait and the Arab world can work towards a future with lower smoking rates and improved public health outcomes.