Greece ranks high in obesity and smoking rates but reports the lowest alcohol consumption in the EU, according to the OECD’s Health at a Glance 2024 report. The study highlights lifestyle risk factors—such as smoking, poor diet, and physical inactivity—as major contributors to preventable deaths across Europe. While Greece has made strides in reducing alcohol intake, with a 24% decline since 2010, the country continues to face challenges in combating tobacco use and rising obesity rates, particularly among adolescents.
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