It’s time for federal action against vape flavours

Through my smoking and vaping cessation clinic, I see the impact of federal inaction. Youth who succumbed to the allure of flavoured vapes have become frustrated young adults dealing with the consequences of nicotine dependence. A strong federal ban now would help ensure fewer young people ever have to come through our doors.
There is an urgent need for Health Minister Marjorie Michel's government to go ahead with federal regulations banning vape flavours to reduce the appeal of these products and help mitigate youth access and uptake, writes Dr. Leslie Phillips.

Youth and young adults often arrive at my clinic feeling they have lost control of their nicotine use. When they come through the doors, they are usually in despair.

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