German drug commissioner calls for higher cigarette prices to curb youth smoking
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Alicia Kleer, AFP, epd Evangelische Pressedienst
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Summary
The German government's drug commissioner, Hendrik Streeck (CDU), is calling for significantly higher cigarette prices through increased tobacco taxes to discourage smoking, especially among young people. The article highlights that smoking of both traditional cigarettes and e-cigarettes is becoming increasingly popular among adolescents, and the WHO warns about the health consequences of smoking for youth.
Key quotes
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Das Rauchen von Zigaretten und E-Zigaretten wird unter Jugendlichen immer beliebter.
Die WHO warnt vor den Folgen des Rauchens für Jugendliche.
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