Is vaping a threat to public health?

A new report from Cancer Council and Quit Australia shows the vast majority of Australians support action to regulate the usage of e-cigarettes better. On the 1st of October 2021, the sale of e-cigarettes containing nicotine without a valid permit or prescription became illegal.

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Key Points

• Most e-cigarette users are young adults, aged between 18 and 24
• E-cigarettes are highly addictive
• Australians want federal and state governments to crack down on retailers who are illegally selling nicotine e-cigarettes without a valid prescription

Disclaimer: The information in this report is a guide only. It is best to consult your doctor for additional advice tailored to your problem or situation.