NicolasMcComber A new World Health Organization report is accusing the tobacco industry of marketing its products to young people despite tougher regulations aimed at stopping it by governments. The organization found that worldwide, ~37M people between the ages of 13 and 15 years old use a tobacco product. The report, "Hooking the next generation," also noted that in many countries, the rate of e-cigarette use is higher among adolescents than adults.
The WHO added that in Europe, 32% of 15-year-olds surveyed said they used an e-cigarette at least once and 20% within the last month. According to the WHO , the tobacco industry has been particularly adept at marketing flavored tobacco products to young people. Also, it uses cartoons and high-tech designs, sponsors youth-oriented events, sports and music festivals, and has lowered the prices of disposable e-cigarettes to appeal to youth customers.
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