Michigan is the first US state to ban electronic cigarettes

The US state of Michigan banned flavored electronic cigarettes and became the first state to make this decision after being warned of scientific studies of the dangers.

According to the Washington Post, state governor Gretchen Wittmer has ordered the ban on electronic cigarettes in response to rising smoking rates among young children and teens.

"My first priority is to ensure the safety of our children and protect the health of the people of Michigan," said the governor, noting that electronic cigarette manufacturers mislead users by claiming that their products are safe and healthier than regular cigarettes.

According to the ruling, the ban includes flavored electronic cigarette products, sold in stores or online, with flavors ranging from fruits to candies.

The ban will come into effect approximately one month after the publication of the rules by the Ministry of Health and will last six months, with the possibility of renewing it.

In August, US public health officials warned of the use of electronic cigarettes, which has caused chest disease and more than 215 deaths in 215 states of 25 states.

The Minister of Health, Dr. Tawfiq Alrabiah, explained that the ministry would use to raise public awareness about the dangers of electronic cigarettes, which have spread recently, and to reveal their damage to health after the first death registered in the United States.

Al-Rabeiah said, through his official report on the social networking site Twitter – that the director of the Center for the Prevention of American Diseases announced the first death due to health damage caused to electronic cigarettes.

"International reports show the growing discovery of the health risks of this type of cigarette," he said. "We will strive to raise awareness of these risks, and look forward to supporting everyone in this project"

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