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Ireland has the lowest rate of smoking among 15-yr-olds in the European Union, research claims




According to recent studies, Ireland has the lowest rate of smoking among 15-year-olds in the EU, reports Breaking News.

Teenagers here also have one of the lowest rates of cannabis use, at 4%, according to a recent OECD research.

At 13%, the rate of recurrent intoxication is likewise modest, reports Breaking News.

Ireland’s 15-year-old obesity rate is 1 in 5, which is somewhat lower than the EU average of 21%.

However, the study also revealed that, compared to the average of 56%, over half of the youngsters in this area do not consume any fruits or vegetables on a regular basis.

According to the report, Ireland is one of the top five EU nations in terms of the percentage of 15-year-olds who reach the prescribed levels of physical activity, reports Breaking News.

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