nietrokers

Nietrokers is the Dutch term for people who do not smoke tobacco. The term covers individuals who do not currently smoke at all, whether they have never smoked or have quit. Nietrokers are distinguished from current smokers and from users of other nicotine products that involve tobacco, such as cigars or pipes. In Dutch discourse, the term is generally neutral and descriptive rather than stigmatizing.

Health and risks: Non-smokers avoid the direct health risks associated with tobacco use, including cardiovascular disease, cancers, and respiratory illness. They also benefit from reduced exposure to secondhand smoke, which can cause respiratory problems and other health issues in non-smokers, especially children and pregnant people. Public health guidance emphasizes avoiding exposure to tobacco smoke and supporting smoke-free environments.

Social and policy context: Many countries have implemented laws to protect nietrokers from secondhand smoke in workplaces, restaurants, and public spaces. Policies often include graphic warnings, taxation, advertising restrictions, and cessation support for smokers. Cultural norms around smoking have shifted in many places, with greater emphasis on voluntary non-smoking and smoke-free social spaces.

See also: Tobacco control, non-smoking, secondhand smoke, smoking cessation, vaping.