Vaping among youth in Singapore: The real damage it is doing to their bodies
April 15, 2024 by straitstimes.com
Vaping among youth in Singapore: The real damage it is doing to their bodies
Vaping-related respiratory issues are a concern, with patients often not disclosing their vaping history to doctors. Cases are not systematically tracked in hospitals, hindering treatment. Singapore has seen vaping-related breathing problems, requiring specialized treatments like lung washing. Globally, vaping's popularity has surged, especially among teenagers and young adults. Despite claims of being a healthier alternative, the World Health Organization urges treating e-cigarettes like tobacco and banning flavors.
16.80% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 853,787 current smokers in Singapore 28.20% of men are current smokers but only 4.20% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
