In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing podcast, Dr. Paul Kavanagh, Consultant in Public Health Medicine and Public Health Advisor for the HSE Tobacco Free Ireland Programme, discusses the harmful effects of vaping and e-cigarettes, particularly among children and young people. Susan MacNicholas, a stop smoking advisor, shares her experiences working with young people who vape and emphasises the addictive nature of nicotine, They discuss the increasing trend of vaping among young people, the harmful chemicals contained in e-cigarettes, and the new legislation to regulate the sale of e-cigarettes to minors. Hosted by Noreen Turley, the episode also highlights the importance of quitting smoking and the availability of support services for those who wish to quit.

Links to information and resource below: Information booklet on E- Cigarettes/vaping Information and guidance on E-Cigarettes and Vaping for Schools E-cigarette Resources HSE joint response to concerns of children and young people using e-cigarettes Vaping information for parents Healthy Choice 2, Nicotine Addiction; Tobacco and E-Cigarettes Quit4Youth Resources Stop Smoking Services

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