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New Zealand approves first vaping-based nicotine replacement therapy amid rising youth use and ongoing public health concerns.
New Zealand has approved its first vaping-specific nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), allowing treatment for nicotine dependence from vaping, a move welcomed by the Asthma and Respiratory Foundation.
The approval recognizes vaping as a growing public health concern, especially among youth, with rising usage rates.
While the new therapy supports those seeking to quit, the Foundation stresses prevention is critical and urges stricter regulations, including banning vape sales in general stores and halting new specialist vape retailers.
Despite requesting government funding for school-based education programs, the group was denied support and continues relying on donations.
Concerns remain about progress toward the Smokefree 2025 goal, particularly for Māori communities.
Nueva Zelanda aprueba la primera terapia de reemplazo de nicotina basada en el vapeo en medio del aumento del uso juvenil y de las preocupaciones continuas de salud pública.