Tag: Vaping
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Wake-Up Call: A Teen’s Path from a Drug-Laced Vape to Rehab in Singapore
Introduction: A Small Spark That Shattered a Young Life In Singapore, a routine discovery within a school bag—a seemingly ordinary empty pod—set off a chain of events that changed the trajectory of a 17-year-old’s life. The pod was part of a drug-laced vape known as a Kpod, and what began as a minor curiosity quickly…
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Wake-Up Call in Rehab: A Singaporean Teen’s Fight Against a Drug-Laced Vape
Introduction: When a single pod changes a life What began as a seemingly ordinary day in Singapore spiraled into a life-changing turning point for a 17-year-old student, Wei Qiang (pseudonym). The discovery of an empty pod tucked inside a school bag exposed more than just a nicotine habit; it revealed the perilous reality of drug-laced…
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Vapes and the Tax: Taoiseach Pushes to End Vaping as Single-Use Bans Loom
Taoiseach’s stance on vaping and tobacco control The Taoiseach has underscored a broader strategy to reduce vaping over time, framing it as a public health priority that intersects with efforts to curb tobacco use. In remarks ahead of a cabinet discussion, the leader emphasized the growing concern about the impact of vaping on young people…
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Ireland’s Taoiseach Signals Strong Push to End Vaping as Single-Use Ban Moves Forward
Irish Government Takes Aim at Vaping Ahead of Policy Decisions The Irish government is intensifying its effort to reduce vaping, with Taoiseach Micheál Martin stating that the goal is to eliminate the use of vapes over time. The remarks come as a cabinet meeting prepared to consider a ban on the sale of single-use vapes,…
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Quit Now! The Expert’s Guide to Talking to Children About Vaping
Why early conversations matter Vaping has moved from a niche trend to a common experience for many young people. With flavors, sleek devices, and aggressive marketing, teens can underestimate nicotine’s risks. Experts agree that timely, calm conversations are more effective than scolding. This guide distills insights from psychologists and public health professionals to help parents…
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Quit now! The expert’s guide to talking to children about vaping
Why talking to children about vaping matters The rise of vaping has brought a new set of challenges for parents and caregivers. While some teens see e-cigarettes as a harmless alternative to smoking, the reality is that vaping can introduce nicotine to developing brains and create a gateway to longer-term tobacco use. Experts emphasize that…
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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on smoking in adolescents: a scoping review
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic brought sweeping changes to daily life, schooling, family dynamics, and stress levels for adolescents worldwide. These disruptions intersected with tobacco and nicotine use in complex ways, potentially affecting smoking initiation, cessation, and addiction trajectories. This article synthesizes evidence from a scoping review that maps what is known about how the pandemic…
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The Impact of COVID-19 on Adolescent Smoking: A Scoping Review
Introduction Worldwide, the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped adolescent health and risky behaviors, including tobacco use. Lockdowns, remote schooling, and social distancing altered peer influence, access to products, and stress levels—factors likely to affect smoking initiation, cessation, and nicotine dependence among youths. This article summarizes a scoping review that maps what is known about how the pandemic…
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Thousands of Illegal Vaping Devices Found Hidden in Van at Singapore Checkpoint
What happened at the checkpoint? In late August, authorities at a Singapore checkpoint examined a Malaysian-registered van that was said to be transporting air-conditioning equipment. A first inspection revealed e-vapes tucked away in boxes, and further checks uncovered additional devices hidden inside an air‑conditioning unit and other parts of the vehicle. The investigation led to…
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Alleged Malaysian Kingpin of Vape Syndicate Arrested in Singapore
Overview of the Vape Syndicate in Singapore In a significant crackdown on illegal activities surrounding e-vaporizers, Singapore authorities have arrested a prominent figure in the vape syndicate. Chua Wee Ming, a Malaysian national, has been implicated as a key player in the underground trade of vaping products. His arrest represents a larger effort by law…