Experts fear vapes increase risk of disease

VAPING has long been seen as an aid to quitting smoking, but experts fear the potential harms far outweigh any benefits.

- BY MARTIN BAGOT Health Editor in Madrid

And now scientists have called for a ban on the sale of e-cigarettes after a study found they increase the risk of stroke, heart disease and asthma.

Earlier research found vape use is rising among adults and children.

Pro-vaping campaigners insist the devices can wean people off tobacco, but there are growing fears about youngsters who have never smoked taking up the electric alternatives.