New study reveals light smoking significantly increases mortality risk

Recent research from the Australian National University reveals  smoking contributes to over 24 thousand deaths annually in Australia—surpassing previous estimates.

The study also shows even light smoking significantly escalates risk of mortality, highlighting a need for increased public health measures to combat smoking’s long-term effects and prevent newer generations from falling into nicotine addiction.

Image: Photo: Pexels – Onur AK

Produced By: Jordan Zerella

Featured In Story: Associate Professor Grace Joshy – lead researcher from the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health at The Australian National University

First aired on The Wire, Thursday 27 February 2025