Call for E-Cigarettes to be Prescribed on the NHS

The video discusses the rise of vaping in England, highlighting its acceptance by public health experts as a safer alternative to smoking. It explores the social aspects of vaping, the potential for NHS to prescribe e-cigarettes, and the ongoing debates about their safety and regulation. Public Health England supports e-cigarettes, citing their benefits over traditional smoking, but concerns remain, especially regarding youth and societal norms.

What is one reason former smokers in Middlesbrough have switched to vaping?

• It has more nicotine than cigarettes.

• It is less social than smoking.

• It offers a variety of flavors.

• It is more expensive than smoking.

According to Public Health England, how much safer are e-cigarettes compared to traditional tobacco?

• 50% safer

• 100% safer

• 75% safer

• 95% safer

What is the potential impact if all smokers in the country switched to e-cigarettes?

• It would have no impact on public health.

• It would lead to more smoking-related diseases.

• It would increase smoking rates.

• It would save 76,000 lives annually.

What is a requirement for e-cigarettes to be prescribed by the NHS?

• A decrease in nicotine content

• A ban on all flavors

• An increase in price

• Approval by the medicines regulator

What is the Welsh Government's concern regarding vaping?

• It wants to promote vaping in public spaces.

• It believes vaping is more harmful than smoking.

• It fears vaping will re-normalize smoking habits.

• It wants to increase vaping among children.