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Vape Ban May Fuel Black Market, Says Expert

Summary by New Strait Times
KUALA LUMPUR: A nationwide ban on vape sales could unintentionally fuel the black market and push users back to tobacco, a public health expert has warned. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

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E-cigarettes are spreading unstoppably around the world, despite authorities trying to crack down on them in almost every country. They are completely banned in dozens of countries, while the traditional version is freely available to adults.

In recent years, the use of e-cigarettes (also known as "vapers" or "e-cigarettes") has grown significantly, especially among young people and adults seeking alternatives to traditional cigarettes. Advertising and marketing of these devices often present them as a "less harmful" option compared to conventional tobacco. However, what does science say about it? What are e-cigarettes? Electronic cigarettes are devices that heat a liquid that contai…

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Everything Horse broke the news in on Friday, July 4, 2025.
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