A closer look at New Zealand's 2021 ASH Year 10 Survey
Youth smoking rates have declined worldwide in recent years, and New Zealand is no exception. A record low number of 13 and 14-year-old students smoke cigarettes daily, according to the 2021 ASH Year 10 Survey, indicating a positive step towards Smokefree 2025. As smoking rates decline, another concerning trend is emerging: the uptake of vaping among young people motivated by curiosity. The objective of this article is to analyze the...
Taking a Stand for Public Health: Calls for Banning Disposable Vapes Gain Momentum in New Zealand.
Recent news has highlighted the issue of disposable vapes in New Zealand, calling for their outright ban. Even National Party leader Christopher Luxon has expressed his willingness to explore the possibility of implementing such a ban, including the New Zealand Asthma and Respiratory Foundation (ARFNZ). The purpose of this blog post is to explore the growing momentum behind the call to prohibit disposable vapes and measures being considered. Recent news...
