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WHO: 15 Million Kids Among 100 Million Vapers

10/6/2025

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World Health Organization (WHO) reports over 100 million e-cigarette users, including at least 15 million children.
Children are nine times more likely to vape than adults, according to WHO data.
Dr. Tedros criticized the tobacco industry for targeting youth and said harm-reduction marketing may increase youth nicotine addiction; governments are urged to strengthen policies.

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World Health Organization (WHO) reports over 100 million e-cigarette users, including at least 15 million children.
Children are nine times more likely to vape than adults, according to WHO data.
Dr. Tedros criticized the tobacco industry for targeting youth and said harm-reduction marketing may increase youth nicotine addiction; governments are urged to strengthen policies.