By Dr Farsalinos
A recent
article in “The Local-Sweden”, signed by journalist Ms Solveig Rundquist, referred to the issue of nicotine “poisonings” in Sweden as a result of accidental exposure from e-cigarettes. The article mentioned that: “Liquid and vapour nicotine is becoming a household poison, with a tenfold increase in cases of e-cigarette poisoning in Sweden, including children who drink the refills.” (bold letters as found in the original article). Subsequently, they explained that the total number of calls to the Swedish Poisons Information Center were 29 (from 3 calls the previous year), with one-third of the reported cases affecting children. No death or permanent health damage was reported. The article featured statements from public health officials in Sweden, expressing concern about this public health danger. Moreover, the article mentioned the need for regulation for e-cigarettes, implying that regulation will reduce accidental exposure and poisonings.
