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October 07, 2025 by reuters.com

At least 15 million people aged 13 to 15 use e-cigarettes globally, with young people on average nine times more likely to vape than adults in countries with data, the World Health Organization said on Monday. In its first global estimate of e-cigarette use, the WHO said more than 100 million people worldwide are now vaping, including at least 86 million adults, mostly in high-income countries.

October 06, 2025 by exposetobacco.org

Nicotine, a stimulant found in tobacco and e-cigarettes, has immediate effects on heart rate and blood pressure, with long-term risks including heart issues. Research hints at a potential role in cancer progression. Even handling tobacco can cause symptoms. In children, nicotine ingestion can lead to confusion, vomiting, and, in high doses, be fatal. Adolescent exposure can harm brain development, affecting attention and mood regulation. Nicotine's popularity among young people has led to a rise in ingestion incidents. Protecting children and adolescents from nicotine exposure is crucial due to its harmful effects on health and brain development.

October 06, 2025 by euractiv.com

Europeans are lagging behind UN targets for quitting cigarettes and tobacco, with women especially finding it hard to stop, according to a new report by the World Health Organization tracking global trends. On Monday, the WHO released a paper on the global state of tobacco use, which found that while Europeans are overall smoking less than they were in 2000, it remains the leading region for tobacco use in 2024, with almost a quarter (23.5%) of the population still smoking.

October 06, 2025 by vijesti.me

The World Health Organization highlights the concerning prevalence of tobacco and e-cigarette use worldwide. Approximately 100 million people, including 15 million teens, use e-cigarettes, leading to a rise in nicotine addiction, especially among youth. While e-cigarettes are promoted as quitting aids, they risk undermining progress by addicting children. As tobacco declines, the industry shifts focus to e-cigarettes, prompting calls for stricter regulations to curb the rising trend. Some studies suggest e-cigarettes can help adults quit smoking, but long-term health impacts remain uncertain. Regional tobacco use trends vary, with Southeast Asia showing drastic decreases while Europe faces high tobacco usage rates.

October 06, 2025 by politico.eu

The European Commission plans to toughen regulations on tobacco and vaping products to reduce related health issues. The WHO urges faster action against the tobacco industry's marketing to youth. Global tobacco use is declining, with Europe lagging behind. In 2024, 24% of EU citizens smoked. Vaping is on the rise, with over 86 million users in 2024. The Americas and Europe had the highest vaping rates. The WHO seeks more government intervention to combat tobacco and vape industry tactics targeting younger populations.

October 06, 2025 by freemalaysiatoday.com

Teenagers aged 13-15 are nine times more likely to vape than adults, with 15 million in this age group using e-cigarettes globally. The World Health Organization reports that over 100 million people vape worldwide, with 86 million being adults. The tobacco industry, facing declining sales, promotes vapes but risks addicting youth to nicotine. Research suggests e-cigarettes aid in smoking cessation, with Cochrane finding them more effective than traditional methods. Despite a global decline in tobacco use, one in five adults still use tobacco, prompting the WHO to advocate for stricter control measures on both tobacco and new nicotine products like vapes.

October 06, 2025 by ft.com

The World Health Organization reported that at least 15 million children use e-cigarettes and accused the tobacco industry of continually developing new products to promote addiction. The agency also noted that about one in five adults worldwide — around 1.2 billion people — still use tobacco, a decrease from 1.38 billion in 2000.

October 06, 2025 by bbc.com

WHO warns over 100 million people, 15 million children, vape, leading to a surge in nicotine addiction. Children are nine times more likely to vape than adults. E-cigarettes, perceived as harm reduction, actually hook kids on nicotine early, reversing progress. The tobacco industry aggressively targets youth with new nicotine products, hindering global tobacco control efforts. Despite estimates, data gaps in 109 countries exist. 86 million adult e-cigarette users are mainly in high-income countries, while 15 million teens vape. Many nations are implementing regulations, yet 62 countries lack policies and 74 have no minimum vaping age. WHO urges swift action to curb child vaping.

October 06, 2025 by aninews.in

The Consumer Choice Center held a briefing in the Philippines on harm reduction and tobacco control, urging open discussion on effective strategies. Economist Dr. Christopher Cabuay revealed that tobacco-related illnesses cost the country $9.8 billion yearly, and shifting smokers to harm reduction methods could save up to $3.4 billion annually.

October 06, 2025 by aninews.in

The Consumer Choice Center held a briefing in the Philippines on harm reduction and tobacco control, urging open discussion on effective strategies. Economist Dr. Christopher Cabuay revealed that tobacco-related illnesses cost the country $9.8 billion yearly, and shifting smokers to harm reduction methods could save up to $3.4 billion annually.