Philippines allows e-cigarettes into market; youth nicotine use rises
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What happened
The Philippines passed Republic Act No. 11900, known as the Vape Law, which allows e-cigarettes and other newer tobacco products into the market. This law was enacted in 2022, with proponents claiming safeguards were included to protect minors.
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Why it matters
Despite industry claims that e-cigarettes serve as harm-reduction tools for adult smokers, population-level information suggests they may increase the risk of smoking relapse and dampen cessation attempts. Reports indicate that e-cigarette use among Filipino students has risen sharply, increasing from 7.5% in 2021 to 39.9% in 2023.
From bworldonline.com
Who's involved
- PhilippinesThe geopolitical state where the Vape Law was passed
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Philippines
archipelagic country in Southeast Asia
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