The marketing of e-cigarettes to be tightened

The government would tighten the marketing and the use of electronic cigarettes. According to a bill, such thing cannot be bought via the Internet in the future – the Deputy Minister of State responsible for Health Policy said.

Beneda Attila highlighted that it is a misconception that e-cigarettes are not harmful and help in quitting and on the basis of the researches, the government decided to regulate the marketing and use of e-cigarettes.

He stressed that the cigarette’s vapor is harmful to the environment and human health and in long terms it can cause serious illnesses, similar to the traditional tobacco products.

The legislative changes will take effect in the summer of next year. (origo.hu, MTI)