[Puff bars and adolescence: issues and intervention strategies]
Nour Trovato-Abdellali1, Cyril Knob1, Romaine Delacrétaz1
1Division interdisciplinaire de santé des adolescents, Service de pédiatrie, Département femme-mère-enfant, Centre hospitalier universitaire vaudois, 1011 Lausanne.
Abstract:
The popularity of electronic cigarettes among young people in Switzerland has been increasing since the introduction of puffs to the market. According to recent epidemiological data, more than half of 14-25 year olds have tried these devices, potentially exposing themselves to nicotine and substances with little-known long-term effects. This phenomenon raises concerns regarding health risks and the developmental phase during which these consumptions occur. Primary care physicians have a crucial role to play in managing these consumptions through an integrated approach. Involvement of parents is recommended, taking into account confidentiality issues. Strict legislative measures are essential on a public health level to counter this growing trend.
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