Belgium to ban single-use vapes starting January 1 to protect youth

From January 1, Belgium will ban the sale of single-use vapes, marking a significant step in its national anti-tobacco strategy aimed at protecting young people’s health.

This decision aligns with the European Union’s goal to create a tobacco-free generation by 2040, which seeks to cut smoking rates across the 27-member bloc from 25% to less than 5%.

Single-use vapes, often marketed with appealing flavors and vibrant packaging, have…