Vaping’s Threat to Tobacco Control Gains: WHO warning
WHO is concerned about vaping and the dangers it presents, particularly to youth and the potential regression of smoking control progress.
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Start quizAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO), the aggressive marketing of vaping could undermine progress made on tobacco control. This concern was voiced at the World Conference on Tobacco Control in Dublin, drawing attention to the stalling efforts against tobacco use and particularly its growing attractiveness to younger generations.
The WHO recommends extending the graphic health warnings required on traditional tobacco products to e-cigarettes, heated tobacco products, and nicotine pouches.
Despite the increasing regulation of such products, with 133 countries now implementing some form of control, 62 countries haven’t introduced rules at all. A notable disparity exists between regions, with wealthier countries having stricter regulations compared to less affluent ones.
With traditional tobacco use and e-cigarettes drawing in more young users due to new products and enticing marketing, the importance of regulation is underlined. Survey data suggests that about 6% of children aged 13-15 use e-cigarettes, but information remains incomplete due to varying reporting standards across regions.
Despite victories in some areas of tobacco control, the report reveals that 40 countries haven’t implemented any measures at best-practice level and over 30 countries still allow cigarettes to be sold without mandatory health warnings.
Comment by Allen Carr’s Easyway
At Allen Carr’s Easyway, we understand the complexities and challenges of addiction. We fully support the WHO’s call for stricter regulations and greater public awareness regarding vaping and other nicotine products.
The increasing prevalence of vaping, snus, Zyn etc. particularly among the young, is a worrying trend that requires immediate attention and action.
It is important for Governments to address this situation as well as provide help for those who are trapped and need help to escape their addiction.
