Teen Vaping: Edu Inc probes research into long-term health effects | Tendani Mulaudzi

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Electronic cigarettes, also known as vapes or e-cigarettes, have become popular since they were first developed in the early 2000s.

Whether it be in the comfort of their own homes or on the patio of a restaurant or office block, adults and adolescents alike are choosing to vape, leaving only a fruit-scented aroma in their wake.

How is this impacting our children and schools?
24 Oct 2023 English South Africa Education · Society & Culture

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