Use Of Alcohol And E-Cigarettes Among Youth 'Alarming': WHO
Last Updated: Friday April 26, 2024
(Barron's) The widespread use of alcohol and e-cigarettes among adolescents is "alarming", according to a report released on Thursday by the World Health Organization's (WHO) European branch, which recommended measures to limit access.
Based on survey data from 280,000 young people aged 11, 13 and 15 in Europe, Central Asia and Canada, the WHO said it showed a "concerning picture" of substance use among young people.
"The long-term consequences of these trends are significant, and policy-makers cannot afford to ignore these alarming findings," the health body said.