A study will be conducted by the Professional Footballers' Association and Loughborough University into the use of Snus in professional football.
A study into the use of tobacco product Snus in football will be made by the Professional Footballers' Association and Loughborough University.In March the PFA said aSnus, which has been linked with heart conditions and oral disease, is illegal to sell in the United Kingdom but it is not against the law to use it.
A number of high-profile players have been pictured with the product, which is said to have a calming effect. "Through this project with the PFA, we hope to learn more from the players' perspective to better support their physical and mental wellbeing." Dr Michael Bennett from the PFA said: "Through our conversations with players and their clubs we are aware that there is a rise in the use of Snus in the game.
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