16 May 2025
Public health must take precedence over profit, and we cannot allow these harmful products to jeopardise the well-being of future generations.
Tag: youth vaping
30 September 2024
As Australia's new vape laws take effect, it's a good time to set the record straight on these six widely misunderstood facts about the controversial devices.
27 September 2024
Vapes are trendy and addictive. There’s also a lot we still don’t know about them – and what we do know about their impact on young people’s health is worrying.
1 July 2024
All MPs should stand ready to collaborate on initiatives aimed at curbing the spread of vaping and protecting youths from its harmful effects, says the MMA.
30 May 2024
NCSM's Dr Leevyadhashiny Ganasan dispels the myth that vaping is a "benign alternative" to smoking, calling for restrictions on vape sales & marketing. "One of the most concerning aspects of vaping is its potential to addict a new generation to nicotine."
29 May 2024
Letter
Woes In The Aftermath Of A Missed Opportunity: GEG Implementation In Malaysia — Dr Jason Chin Yu Aun
NCSM's Dr Jason Chin calls for the reintroduction of the generational end game (GEG) tobacco/ vape ban to address Malaysia's growing smoking and vaping epidemic. "We need strong political will to table the GEG once again and ensure its passage into law."
19 October 2023
Letter
Unmasking The Hidden Dangers Of Nicotine: A Call For Stronger Regulations In Malaysia — Thaarenee Wiswannadan et al
The Health PSSC suggested two key regulations for tobacco and vape control, including limits on free-base nicotine concentration and e-liquid volume. Currently, there are no packaging or labelling rules for e-cigarettes and e-liquids.
11 October 2023
Parent groups and a PIBG demand passage of the tobacco bill with GEG to combat youth vaping. They also say MOE shouldn't just focus on punishment, as nicotine is very addictive, but other agencies should ensure vape isn't easily accessible outside school.