Dangerous Impact of E-Cigarettes on Australian's Health
According to a recent report by Insurance Business Magazine, the latest data from private healthcare institutions in Australia reveals that e-cigarettes have caused serious health complications for 178 individuals in recent years, leading them to require hospitalization. Shockingly, two fatalities have been reported, including one incident of accidental poisoning involving a young child.
Data shows that since 2020, a total of seven children under the age of 15 have been hospitalized due to e-cigarette-related illnesses or injuries, including one child who is only two years old. Additionally, nineteen individuals between the ages of 15 and 24 have required hospitalization for e-cigarette use, with an average length of stay of 5.6 days.
Dr. Rachel David, CEO of Private Healthcare Australia, suggests that these data may only represent a small portion of actual cases as they only encompass individuals hospitalized under health insurance.
She stated, "This further showcases the perilous and addictive threat that e-cigarettes pose to Australians of all age groups, including the potentially oblivious young individuals who may not realize they are gambling with their own health.
E-cigarettes, also known as electronic cigarettes, may have a sweet smell and appear mild, but research indicates that they contain up to 200 different chemicals, including herbicides and paint strippers. It is also worth noting that many products claiming to be nicotine-free still contain addictive substances.
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