In this episode, we explore the stark new data from the National Cancer Registry of Ireland’s landmark report on Tobacco-Related Cancers in Ireland (1994–2022). Despite decades of progress in reducing smoking, tobacco remains the leading preventable cause of cancer — and the report finds that nearly 15% of invasive cancer cases in 2022 were still caused by smoking.

We dig into the trends in incidence, mortality, and survival, the impact of socioeconomic inequality, and what Ireland’s failure to meet its 2025 “tobacco endgame” target means for public health. Plus, we examine the real-world implications for policymakers, clinicians, and cancer prevention advocates.

🎧 Tune in to find out what the data reveals — and what must happen next.