Experimentation and use of e-cigarettes has been increasing steadily over time, the report said - REUTERS The number of children and teenagers trying vaping has doubled in five years, official figures show. A report from Public Health England (PHE) shows around one in six children aged between 11 and 18 has tried e-cigarettes, with many saying they liked the flavours. In total, 15.9 per cent of those in this age group reported having tried vaping, the data from 2018 shows – a rise from 8.1 per cent in 2014. Most had not continued with the habit, but 3.4 per cent classed themselves as current vapers, the research found – more than double the 1.6 per cent five years ago. “Experimentation and u... [Read more]