Doctors say action needed to stop young people vaping ‘epidemic’

Campaigners want to see disposable vapes banned

A group of leading doctors say urgent action is needed to stop what is fast becoming a ‘vaping epidemic’ amongst young people in Scotland.

A number of respiratory pediatricians have highlighted their concerns in an open letter to the First Minister.

They say the visibility and promotion of e-cigarettes could lead to serious illness and lung damage in the next generation.

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