Two teenagers in Russia’s Kaliningrad region were hospitalized after using an electronic cigarette, according to a report from the Telegram channel Puree. The incident in Znamenskoye involved a seventh-grade student who smoked an electronic cigarette in a school toilet during recess. He felt unwell upon returning to the classroom, and the campus staff promptly summoned medical help. The episode highlights growing concerns about youth access to vaping devices and the potential health risks that can emerge even from a first experience with such products. [Source: Puree Telegram channel]
A second event occurred in the village of Lugovoe, where an eighth-grade student tried an electronic cigarette for the first time and fainted after taking a first puff. School officials and medical responders acted quickly, and the student recovered. The authorities have connected both cases to the sale of low-quality e-cigarettes and are investigating the supply chain to identify and remove the tainted batch. [Source: Puree Telegram channel]
Both teens have since been discharged from hospital and returned home to recover. Police officials note that the dangerous product seems to have originated from manufacturers offering substandard devices, and law enforcement agencies are actively pursuing the remaining batch of toxic e-cigarettes to prevent further harm. [Source: Puree Telegram channel]
The incidents come amid a broader public health conversation about vaping among young people. Earlier reports indicated another vaping-related emergency involving a thirteen-year-old boy in the Moscow region, underscoring a pattern in which youths experience adverse reactions after trying e-cigarettes. Public health officials emphasize the importance of responsible distribution, clear labeling, and robust verification of product quality to protect minors. [Source: Puree Telegram channel]