Vaping is an emerging risk to the health of children and young people. The number of people who vape has increased significantly in Ireland in recent years. Data focused on 16 year olds, found 1-in-5 were using E-cigarettes in 2019 which is double what it was in 2015. More up-to-date Irish data is due to be published early next year. Based on these recent trends, we expect this will confirm a further increase in E-cigarette use among children and young people in Ireland. Adults' usage has increased from just 3% in 2016 to 6% in 2022.

This is concerning as the longer-term health effects of vaping are uncertain at this time. During this webinar you will hear from experts about this important and emerging issue. Get the facts on:
• Trends in smoking and vaping among adults, children and young people
• A HRB assessment of the Benefits and Risks of harm caused by vaping
• Regulating to better protect people from the harms of vaping
• The environmental impact of vaping
• Support for parents, guardians and teachers to protect children and young people from the harms of vaping

We will continue to work with parents and guardians, schools, the Department of Education, Department of Health and all stakeholders to ensure we protect children and young people from the harms of smoking and E-cigarettes.