During a recent discussion on the “Hidden Purchases in the World Talk” show, Manca Kozlovič, representing the Slovenian Youth Association for Good Cause Slovenia, presented data regarding youth access to harmful substances. Kozlovič addressed the current trends in the availability of both alcohol and tobacco products to minors. She noted that the data concerning alcohol has worsened recently, stating that nearly every minor currently has access to it.
Regarding tobacco products, while the percentage of products available is decreasing, she reported that 30% of minors still have access to these items. Despite these concerns, Kozlovič also highlighted an improvement since 2016, when the access rate for young people to both alcohol and tobacco products was recorded at 95%. In her discussion, Kozlovič summarized the findings, emphasizing the current disparity in access.
Specifically, she stated that access to alcohol is widespread among minors, while the reported access to tobacco products remains at 30%. The segment provided a platform for discussing these public health statistics, allowing for an overview of the challenges surrounding youth access to regulated and illicit substances.
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