In Saarland, one out of every ten females succumbs to smoking-related causes

In a recent report published by the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), it has been revealed that the proportion of smoking-related deaths in Saarland is lower than the national average.

According to the DKFZ's calculations, which are based on the cause of death statistics of the Federal Statistical Office, 10.8% of all deaths in Saarland in 2023 were due to smoking. This figure is significantly lower than the national average of 10.0% for women and 17.5% for men.

The report also highlights a gender disparity in smoking-related deaths in Saarland. Men are more frequently affected by tobacco-related deaths, with 16.2% of male deaths in the region being attributed to smoking, compared to 10.8% of female deaths.

Interestingly, the lowest percentage of tobacco-related deaths among women is not in Saarland, but in Saxony, where the figure represents 6.9% of all female deaths. This is the lowest rate compared to other German states. Conversely, the highest percentage of tobacco-related deaths among women is in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

The DKFZ has also released a tobacco atlas, providing a comprehensive overview of tobacco-related health issues across Germany. The atlas aims to raise awareness and promote preventative measures to reduce the number of smoking-related deaths in the country.

The findings of the DKFZ are a testament to the efforts being made in Saarland to combat smoking and its associated health risks. However, it is crucial to continue these efforts to further reduce the number of smoking-related deaths and improve the overall health of the population.