Will new vaping laws be a boon for the black market?

Health Report - Separate stories podcast

New vaping laws are in place, but questions remain about whether they will address the health problems at play.

Both non-nicotine and nicotine vapes are only available through a pharmacy, and only to those over 18 years of age.

But some experts are concerned this could expose young people to a growing illicit market.

Guest

• Emeritus Professor Wayne Hall, National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research

References

• Will Australia's tightened prescription system reduce nicotine vaping among young people?
• Smoking out Australia's growing illicit tobacco market: Current trends and future challenges