According to a report by Lianhe Zaobao on May 10, the number of students referred to the Singapore Health Sciences Authority for e-cigarette-related offenses in 2023 has reached 955, a significant increase from 800 in 2022. In the first quarter of this year, schools and higher education institutions have referred 250 similar cases to the Health Sciences Authority for investigation.
The department stated that starting from March of this year, stricter measures will be taken against all offenders who purchase, use, or possess e-cigarettes, including students in schools and higher education institutions. First-time offenders will be referred to the Health Department and could face a maximum fine of 2000 Singapore dollars ($1477.63).
Previously, it was usually only repeat offenders who were referred to the health department. However, now, once students are caught, they not only participate in the health department's smoking cessation program, but also attract the attention of the authorities.
A spokesperson from the Ministry of Education stated that they will communicate Singapore's firm stance on e-cigarettes to staff and students and strengthen enforcement measures.
We seek collaboration between families, communities, the Department of Education, and schools to strengthen the dissemination of relevant information on the use of e-cigarette products.
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