Reasoned approach to vaping needed

January 17, 2025 by thestatesman.com

Reasoned approach to vaping needed

While vaping offers a safer alternative to smoking with fewer health risks, it faces disproportionate restrictions compared to products like fast food, alcohol, and cigarettes. These discrepancies reveal biases influenced by politics and vested interests, hindering harm reduction efforts in public health. Advocates argue for fair regulation that ensures product safety without impeding consumer choice. By acknowledging vaping as a tool for harm reduction and promoting informed decision-making, policymakers can create a balanced approach that respects individual autonomy and fosters a healthier society.


7.10% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 72.7 million current smokers in India 12.80% of men are current smokers but only 1.10% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR

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