Executive Summary Vaping has emerged as a growing public health and security crisis in Malaysia. Once promoted as a safer alternative to smoking, vaping is now strongly linked to nicotine addiction, youth uptake, serious health harms, and even drug abuse. The enforcement of the Akta Kawalan Produk Merokok Demi Kesihatan Awam 2024 (Act 852), effective…
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Why Vaping Is More Dangerous Than Cigarette Smoking And Why We Must Act Now
Introduction Vaping was once promoted as a safer alternative to smoking. However, emerging evidence indicates that electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) may pose equal or even greater health risks compared to traditional cigarettes, particularly among youth. Unlike conventional tobacco products, vape liquids often contain a complex mix of chemicals, heavy metals, and flavouring agents that can bypass…