Children who vape are three times more likely to go on to be smokers, according to new research.
And vapers are likely to smoke more frequently and intensely, experts from the University of York and London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) have said.
"Across multiple studies, young people who use e-cigarettes are more likely to smoke in the future. These findings support stronger public health measures to protect teens from the risks associated with vaping," said Dr Su Golder, associate professor in health science at the University of York.
The largest global review into youth vaping discovered that there is an increased risk of respiratory illnesses. Further health issues such as pneumonia, bronchitis, headaches and migraines have also been linked to youth vaping.
The GDN previously reported that the use of e-cigarettes is unsafe for children, teenagers and young adults. Most e-cigarettes contain nicotine, which is highly addictive and can harm adolescent brain development, which continues into the early to mid-20s. E-cigarettes can also contain other harmful substances besides nicotine.
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