Ministry targets 15% fewer smokers by 2025


SEGAMAT: The Health Ministry aims to reduce the number of smokers in the country by 15% by 2025.

Minister Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam said based on the Global Adult Tobacco Survey (GATS), there are 4.7 million Malaysians aged 15 and above who are smokers.

Subscribe now and receive FREE sooka plan for 1 month.
T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

smokers , Malaysia , health ministry , health

   

Next In Nation

Proposed House Arrest Bill would affect mostly detainees under remand, says Home Minister
Cops raid call centre operated by syndicate, Chinese nationals arrested
Businessman jailed 10 years, whipping for robbing engineer
RM1.6mil losses reported in Ranau as scammers target rural Sabahans
Expanding downstream activities key to rapid development in Sabah
Northeast monsoon: 20% to 40% more rainfall than last year expected, says MetMalaysia
Parties in Duta Enclave dispute advised to negotiate on compensation, said to be in the billions
Cops waiting for Armed Forces' findings into alleged bullying incident
UMS explores establishment of transplant centre
Tawau MMEA destroys 31kg of confiscated syabu

Others Also Read