Sophie Richardson unpacks how a lack of regulation led to Aotearoa developing a world leading youth vaping problem. We examine how our vaping rates compare to the rest of the world, why, and what we can do about it. Featuring the story of Ollie* a 17 year old former schoolyard vape dealer who picked up the habit at just 11 years old. As well as contributions from public health and tobacco expert Candace Bagnall, and Onslow College principal Sheena Millar.
The MoH public consultation document which includes a section on youth vaping is available here.
Janet Hoek’s blog on daily nicotine use in year 10 students can be found here on the University Of Otago website.
The full transcript of this episode is available via the Consumer NZ website.
If you want help to stop vaping support is available in New Zealand via Quitline on 0800 788 788 or via text on 4006.
This episode was made possible with support from the Ministry of Health.
*Ollie is not his real name.
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