Summary
The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that over 100 million people, including at least 15 million children, use e-cigarettes, raising concerns about increasing nicotine addiction. The WHO criticizes the tobacco industry for targeting young people with e-cigarettes and urges governments to implement stronger tobacco-control policies. Despite the reduction in traditional tobacco use, vaping remains a significant issue, especially in countries lacking regulation.
Key Facts
- Over 100 million people use e-cigarettes worldwide, including 15 million children.
- Children are nine times more likely to vape compared to adults, according to WHO data.
- The WHO accuses the tobacco industry of targeting young people aggressively with e-cigarettes.
- Many countries lack regulations on e-cigarettes, with 62 nations having no policy by the end of 2024.
- Traditional tobacco use has decreased from 1.38 billion users in 2000 to 1.2 billion in 2024.
- E-cigarettes are less harmful than traditional cigarettes as they do not produce tar or carbon monoxide.
- WHO advocates for quicker and stronger implementation of tobacco-control policies.
