Australia Implements Strict Measures to Curb Vaping Epidemic

Australia will ban the import of disposable vapes in January as part of a crackdown on vaping, with the ban expanding in March to include all non-therapeutic vapes. The move comes in response to concerns about the growing popularity of these nicotine-filled devices among young people. The legislative package will also provide additional funding for enforcement agencies. Doctors and nurses will be given expanded powers to prescribe therapeutic vapes, but these will be subject to restrictions on flavors, nicotine levels, and packaging.