Vaping products can contain harmful substances such as nicotine and THC (the active ingredient in marijuana). The particles inhaled while vaping can cause serious inflammation in the lungs, leading to extreme lung damage, and in some cases, death. As well as this, the long-term affects of vaping are still completely unknown, leaving people at risk without a clear understanding of the potential consequences of their actions and how extreme it could be. To worsen the case, vape addiction is an ongoing issue, and 1-2 hits is sometimes all it takes to get addicted (depending on the person).

With this known, it is alarming that the use of vaping has become prevalent, especially among our youth. According to the (March 2023) New Zealand Health Survey, the number of young New Zealanders aged 15 to 17 who vape every day have tripled in two years.

The health risks associated with vaping, including hospitalizations and fatalities, underscore the need for immediate action.

This petition calls for a ban on vaping for all individuals without a medical need/prescription for it in New Zealand. Medical prescriptions which would allow people to vape would be given under the circumstance that purchasing a vape is mandatory regarding the individual's health, as approved of by a qualified doctor or nurse.

Join us in urging the New Zealand Parliament to bring in the law of banning non-prescription vapes in New Zealand in order to prioritize the health and safety throughout the country. It's time to enforce better regulations on vaping products and secure a safer, healthier future for all the residents, young and old, of New Zealand. 

Support this crucial cause by adding your voice and signing the petition today!