Vape fears mount as more than six in ten e-cigarette users worry about long-term impact on their health

MORE than six out of ten vapers are worried about the long-term health effects, a study found.

Over half — 51 per cent — claim to be more addicted to vapes than they were to cigarettes.

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And one in seven of those surveyed experience shortness of breath.

But only 46 per cent plan to quit soon — even though 62 per cent have health fears.

Many people are ­turning to vapes, even though the government is reported to be looking at banning single-use ones.

Experts fear vapes hook users on nicotine — particularly children.

Only a quarter of vapers think it is risk free, the poll for Vitality Health Insurance found.

The company’s Katie Tryon said: “It’s important to be aware vaping isn’t risk free. 

“Not only is it highly addictive but it also causes side effects.”