Vaping linked to multiple health harms in children, doctors warn
- A major review by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health has linked vaping in children and young people to various health harms, including respiratory issues, mental health conditions and dental damage.
- The study also revealed that vaping during childhood significantly increases the likelihood of subsequently smoking cigarettes, as well as causing potential harm to babies exposed during pregnancy.
- Leading paediatricians are urging the UK government to strengthen the Tobacco and Vapes Act by restricting vape flavours themselves, rather than merely limiting enticing descriptions and packaging.
- Data from Action on Smoking and Health shows that almost one in five British adolescents aged 11 to 17 (19 per cent) have tried vaping.
- The Department of Health and Social Care emphasised its commitment to creating a smoke-free generation, highlighting existing bans on disposable vapes and upcoming advertising limits.
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