70% of Hongkongers under 25 have tried e-cigarettes: university poll
May 26, 2025 by scmp.com
70% of Hongkongers under 25 have tried e-cigarettes: university poll
A university study in Hong Kong found that almost 70% of under 25-year-olds have tried e-cigarettes, with 60% citing peer pressure. Another study showed over a third of regular smokers support plain cigarette packaging, planned by 2027. The government proposed 10 tobacco control measures in June last year, including banning flavoured cigarettes and alternative smoking products. Associate Professor Eva Ho Ka-yan expressed concerns about teenagers being misled by online promotions, making them think e-cigarettes are harmless. The accessibility of such products in clubs, bars, and online tutorials was highlighted. A research program engaged 2,000 individuals and assisted 2,500 in smoking cessation inquiries.
