Opinion: Vape companies are targeting our children, and Utah is fighting back
Utah is actively combating the marketing of addictive vape products to children, particularly flavored vapes and illegal imports.Summary
The opinion piece highlights the alarming trend of vape companies targeting children with appealing flavors and deceptive marketing tactics. These products, often containing harmful and untested ingredients, are readily available and increasingly potent, with a surge in cheap, illegal imports from China. Utah has taken a leading role in protecting its youth by banning flavored vapes and suing social media platforms facilitating illegal sales. However, the problem is a national crisis, with a significant percentage of vaping products being illegal and bypassing public health safeguards. The article emphasizes the need for federal action to block imports, shut down supply chains, and hold accountable those profiting from youth addiction, alongside resources to help young people quit vaping.
(Source：Salt Lake City Deseret News)
