Young people using nicotine vapes more likely to be using other substances

International research has found teenagers who vape are also more likely to be using cannabis and binge drinking.

Nicotine vaping has spiked in recent years, with an apparent “overlap” between vaping and engaging with other substances.

Data analyst from Columbia University’s department of epidemiology, Dr Noah Kreski, told 3AW Breakfast, “right now is a really good time to be talking to the young people in your lives about substance abuse”.

Press PLAY to hear her explain the findings