Youth vaping: Hidden health risks and growing addiction concerns
Summary
Dr. Ali Ziabari warns of increasing concerns regarding youth vaping, emphasizing that it is not a safe alternative to smoking and carries substantial short- and long-term health risks. These risks include nicotine addiction, respiratory problems, and detrimental effects on adolescent brain development. Young people are particularly susceptible to addiction due to their developing brains. The surge in vaping is fueled by factors such as social media influence, peer pressure, attractive flavors, and targeted marketing strategies.
(Source:SBS Australia)