Free vape samples coincide with vaping increase

December 04, 2024 by rnz.co.nz

Free vape samples coincide with vaping increase

New data shows a rise in young adult vapers in New Zealand, with Māori leading usage. Vaping accessibility increased since 2018, impacting youth trends. Changes in legislation aim to restrict access and address harms. Despite decreasing smoking rates, vaping among ages 15-24 has doubled, posing concerns about misinformation targeting youth. During lockdown, a vaping company's giveaway raised age verification issues. Rangatahi often access vapes through older individuals or retailers, emphasizing the need to involve youth in policy discussions. Engagement with young voices is crucial to address vaping challenges in communities.

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8.30% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 444,279 current smokers in New Zealand.
SOURCE: GSTHR

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