DOH tightens vape rules while awaiting total ban
The Manila Times
The DOH recommends raising the vape age limit to 25, banning flavors, and increasing taxes while waiting for a total ban.Summary
The Department of Health (DOH) has recommended a series of interim measures to address the rise in youth vaping while awaiting legislative approval for a total ban. These measures include increasing the minimum age for vape use from 18 to 25, banning vape flavors, and significantly raising taxes on vaping products. The DOH argues that these steps are necessary to delay nicotine exposure and prevent addiction among young adults. Currently, only vape consumables are taxed, but the DOH proposes taxing devices similar to traditional cigarettes, which are subject to a P60-per-pack tax. The agency has called on lawmakers and civil society to support these stricter regulations to protect public health.
(Source：The Manila Times)
