Decline in young people smoking shows we are breaking habits

WHO could have thought just a few short years ago that Ireland might one day have a smoke-free generation? 

Decline in young people smoking shows we are breaking habits

Well, believe it or not, this truly amazing prospect is now within reach, as according to the latest research, only 8% of young people between the ages of 10 and 17 are now smoking.

Not since the abolition of smoking in the workplace has there been such good news about this life-threatening addiction and from every viewpoint that has to regarded as a most welcome development.

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