Alarming rise in vape smoking among teenagers in Pakistan: a call for action
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https://doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20240654Keywords:
Alarming rise , Vape smoking , PakistanAbstract
I am writing to draw attention to a matter of great concern that demands our collective awareness and action: the alarming rise in vape smoking among teenagers in Pakistan. This disturbing trend poses a serious threat to the health and well-being of our young population, and it is imperative that we address this issue promptly in a comprehensive way.
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