Alarming rise in E-cigarette use among European teenagers, warns WHO

A WHO Europe report highlights high rates of substance use among European adolescents, with 32% using e-cigarettes and 20% consuming substances in the last month. Concerns are raised about long-term health implications, as habits established in youth may continue into adulthood. E-cigarettes, now surpassing traditional smoking, pose a particular risk due to aggressive marketing to young people. While alcohol remains the most common substance used by teens, cannabis use has slightly decreased. The report calls for tighter regulations on e-cigarettes, similar to those for medicines, to safeguard adolescent health. It emphasizes the need for protective measures against harmful products and urges action to address these public health threats.