Parent Buys Vapes for Kids to Manage Addiction

Emma is buying vapes for her children to control their addiction. She believes it's the only way to keep them safe and reduce nicotine intake. Her son started vaping in primary school and faced health issues. Emma decided to buy vapes to monitor nicotine levels. It's illegal to sell vapes to under 18s, but Emma felt it was necessary. The disposable vape ban had little impact on her children's vaping. Health experts warn against non-smokers starting vaping due to potential health risks.

At Alder Hey Children's Hospital, Professor Rachel Isba runs the UK's first NHS vaping clinic for children. She advises parents not to judge their children and acknowledges the challenges they face. The clinic supports young vapers who want to quit or cut down. Some children experience strong nicotine addiction, leading to anxiety and withdrawal symptoms. Prof Isba offers nicotine replacement therapy and counseling to help them reduce vaping.

She supports the government's Tobacco and Vapes bill but calls for more addiction services. Concerns exist that vaping could lead to smoking and other dependencies. Dan, a father, shares his experience of his sons' vaping issues and believes vaping is a gateway to harder substances.

According to the source: BBC.