Young vapers ‘at risk of breathing problems and becoming smokers’
Summary
Doctors warn that young people who vape risk lung problems and may start smoking cigarettes later. A large review found links between vaping and breathing issues, nicotine addiction, and mental health concerns among youth.Key Facts
- Vaping among young people is linked to coughing, wheezing, bronchitis, and worsening asthma.
- Vaping can lead to nicotine dependence and encourages later cigarette smoking.
- Around one in five British youths aged 11-17 have tried vaping.
- Vaping has increased about ten times in popularity among young people over the past decade.
- The Tobacco and Vapes Act aims to reduce youth vaping by introducing plain packaging, hiding vape products in stores, and restricting flavor names.
- Evidence also links vaping to dental problems and mental health issues like anxiety and depression.
- Experts call for more research and stronger policies to protect children from nicotine addiction.
- Vaping products are criticized for using sweet or alcohol-related flavors to attract young users.
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