France Bans Disposable E-Cigarettes, Germany Urged to Act Next
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February 20, 2025 05:30
france, germany - France becomes the second EU country to ban disposable e-cigarettes, prompting calls for similar action in Germany.
France Bans Disposable E-Cigarettes
In a move towards a tobacco-free generation, the French Parliament has approved a bill banning disposable e-cigarettes, labeling them as an 'environmental plague'. Lawmakers cite ruthless advertising strategies and enticing flavors aimed at children as reasons for the ban.
Germany Urged to Act
The German Respiratory and Ventilation Medicine Association urges the federal government to take immediate action against e-cigarettes. Prof. Dr. Wolfram Windisch emphasizes the urgent need to prevent a nicotine-addicted generation and highlights the serious public health threat e-cigarettes pose, especially for young people.
Youth and E-Cigarette Use
Statistics from the Kiel Therapy and Health Research Institute show that by 2024, one in every eight children aged 9-13 has tried e-cigarettes. The rate goes up to 37.5% among 14-17 year-olds. With over 2 million adult e-cigarette users in Germany, the colorful designs and various appealing flavors of disposable e-cigarettes make them highly attractive to young individuals.