The Margaretha Haglund Award honors the legacy of Margaretha Haglund, a passionate advocate against tobacco use and a champion for public health. Established in 2022, this initiative is dedicated to perpetuating her tireless fight against the tobacco industry, which spanned over four decades. Margaretha was instrumental in key health reforms, including the establishment of smoke-free restaurants in Sweden and contributions to the WHO's Tobacco Convention.

Each year, the award recognizes a courageous individual who continues Margaretha's mission for a tobacco- and nicotine-free world. With a prize of 10,000 kronor, the award alternates between a Swedish and an international recipient who has significantly advanced tobacco control efforts. Recent honorees have included Suzanne Gabriels, whose advocacy led to a ban on nicotine pouches in Belgium, and Carina Hesse Bolin and Matilda Frans, recognized for their contributions to children's health.

The Margaretha Haglund Award not only celebrates achievements but also invites nominations to empower the ongoing fight against tobacco use, fostering a healthier future for the next generation.