A warning over the potential health effects from vaping has been issued. While they are commonly advertised a less risky alternative to cigarettes, that doesn't mean they are completely safe.
Disposable vapes, which have seen a recent surge in popularity, contain nicotine and other ingredients that can be addictive.
However, the government is now looking to ban disposable devices over fears that it is encouraging children to become addicted to nicotine.
Concerns over the devices' effect on the environment have also been raised due to the plastic material they are commonly made out of, the Mirror reports. Try MEN Premium for FREE by clicking here for no ads, fun puzzles and brilliant new features While it is not yet clear what the long-term effects of vaping are, one dentist has warned it can result in 'vaping tongue'.
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