Nepal to Ban Vapes as ‘Tobacco’ Use Spikes
April 10, 2024 by tobaccoreporter.com
Nepal to Ban Vapes as ‘Tobacco’ Use Spikes
Nepal is set to prohibit e-cigarettes due to increasing youth use, with imports reaching 3.2 million in 2023. Despite studies suggesting vaping is safer than smoking, officials warn of equal harm. A survey reveals a rise in tobacco use, with 34.1% of Nepalese and varying percentages across age groups consuming tobacco, partly due to hookah and e-cigarette popularity. Researchers advocate for stricter enforcement of anti-smoking laws and increased public awareness to combat the issue.
14.50% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 3.1 million current smokers in Nepal 25.60% of men are current smokers but only 4.70% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR