Rehab push to address youth vaping
October 08, 2024 by bangkokpost.com
Rehab push to address youth vaping
The Public Health Ministry aims to rehabilitate 20,000 young vape users to combat the widespread use of e-cigarettes among teenagers. Minister Somsak Thepsutin's plan includes hospital screenings to bring smokers into the rehabilitation system. Concerns raised by Senator Premsak Piayura highlighted the urgency of addressing the issue, with statistics showing a significant rise in underage vaping. The ministry's framework focuses on monitoring, law enforcement, and awareness campaigns to tackle the problem effectively. Additionally, a joint committee has been formed to enforce regulations, resulting in the seizure of over 60,000 vaping products.
17.70% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 10.7 million current smokers in Thailand 35.00% of men are current smokers but only 1.50% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
