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Data reveals 31 per cent of young people vape

2 mins read Children's dentistry Alcohol and tobacco
Healthwatch Blackpool has released its 2023 report collating data on the prevalence of vaping amongst children and young people in the area.

Based on a survey of 4,170 adolescents, the data revealed:

The organisation also collected feedback from 138 teachers and professionals. The findings included:

Thirteen per cent of teachers surveyed also stated that they “feel that advertisements and social media have impacted on the increase in young people vaping.”

Finally, Healthwatch surveyed 297 parents and carers, and the responses showed:

One parent shared, “My son was sold vapes at age 11, and my husband reported it to the police nothing was done, it’s been difficult to prevent him getting vapes due to the child-friendly products and easy access. My child claims they no longer vape, but I found one today under his pillow - he coughs constantly.”

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