🚨 Attention, parents! 🚨 If your kids are using vapes, this might be a wake-up call you need to hear. The largest ever global review has uncovered some alarming truths about vaping among young people.
👉 Kids who vape are three times more likely to pick up smoking later. But it doesn’t stop there. Vaping is linked to a higher chance of breathing issues like asthma, mental health struggles such as depression and suicidal thoughts, and even substance abuse, including alcohol and marijuana.
Researchers from top UK universities have thoroughly analysed evidence from hundreds of studies and found consistent results: vaping isn’t as harmless as it might seem. Young vapers not only risk transitioning to traditional smoking, but they also face a range of health problems, from lung issues to headaches and dizziness.
With such strong evidence pointing to these risks, health experts are calling for stricter public health measures to protect our youth. đźš« In response, a ban on disposable vapes has been implemented across the UK to tackle their rising use among young people. So next time, think twice before assuming those fruity-flavoured vapes are just harmless fun.
As Dr Su Golder from the University of York emphasises, “The consistency in the evidence is striking.” This news underlines the importance of ensuring that vapes remain out of children’s reach and are only used by those who originally swapped from smoking to this supposedly less harmful alternative.
Let’s keep our young ones safe and informed. Awareness is key! 🔑 Share this post to spread the word and learn more about this important issue. #StayInformed #VapingTruths #ProtectOurYouth