E-cigarettes are known by many different names. They are sometimes called e-cigs, vapes, vape pens, tank systems, or mods. In recent years, e-cigarettes have become ubiquitous and can be seen everywhere. It is common to see people vaping in the streets, in their cars and even in some eateries.
E-cigarettes have become hugely popular in the past decade but a rash of vaping-linked deaths and illnesses is feeding caution about a product, already banned in some places.On Thursday an 18-year-old man died in Belgium in a vaping-linked death, the first such case in the country.Here are five things to know about electronic cigarettes.Around for two decadesEarly designs for an electronic cigarette were drawn up in the United States (US) in the 1960s but Chinese pharmacist Hon Lik is acknowl
E-cigarettes and vaping devices (EVC) have dominated the public and academic debate on tobacco control since its introduction into the market. Now, Malaysia is looking to introduce stricter regulations on the sale and use of EVC, placing it together with tobacco products under a single law that would prohibit promotions and advertising, usage in public areas and use by minors. E-cigarettes and vapes are different.
