WHO estimates at least 15 million teenagers use e-cigarettes worldwide

The World Health Organization reports that over 15 million teenagers globally vape, highlighting a critical public health concern as youth are disproportionately affected compared to adults.

• According to the World Health Organization, at least 15 million individuals aged 13 to 15 are using e-cigarettes worldwide.
• The WHO's first global estimate reveals young people are on average nine times more likely to vape than adults in countries with available data.
• This alarming trend indicates a significant rise in electronic cigarette use among teenagers, raising concerns about nicotine addiction and tobacco smoking.
• The WHO's report underscores the need for targeted public health strategies to address the growing prevalence of e-cigarette use among youth.