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The state government is working with the Penang State Health Department, airlines, particularly international carriers and airport authorities to raise public awareness of the smoking ban in public areas. (Photo by Mohd RASFAN / AFP)

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State Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Sandrea Ng Shy Ching said premises that have recently renewed their licences and whose validity extends past Jan 1 will be allowed to continue operating to clear existing stock, after which their licences will be revoked. - Bernama file photo

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad delivering his speech at the launching of PUSRAWI Hospital celebration of World Breastfeeding Week 2025 today. - Photo by Bernama

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The Health Ministry is taking steps towards a complete ban on the use and sale of electronic cigarettes or vapes. -Photo by Bernama

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User @VQueen Empire uploaded a photo of herself lying on a hospital bed with the aid of an oxygen machine after having her lungs drained, allegedly due to passively inhaling cigarette smoke.

Mohd Shukri said that although it is not possible to completely curb the use of vape, he is optimistic that banning the sale of e-cigarettes will save young people from getting caught up in using vape. - Bernama photo

State Local Government, Housing and Health Committee chairman Datuk Wan Sukairi Wan Abdullah said the decision, made at yesterday’s state executive councillors’ meeting, was a proactive measure to curb the sale and use of vape products, which may have negative health effects on the younger generation. - Bernama photo