NST Leader: Of vaping and risks to public health

NST Leader: Of vaping and risks to public health

As expected, there are people who want it banned, while others are calling for the industry to be regulated. An outright ban would certainly be challenging, while sticking to merely regulating vaping would harm the long-term health of the people. Singapore offers a lesson in both.  © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

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