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Smoking break? Why the decline in cigarette sales in the Balearic Islands doesn't tell the whole story

Why More Young People in Mallorca Are Turning to Vapes

Young people in Mallorca are increasingly choosing vapes, but that does not mean nicotine use is falling.

Published: April 22, 2026
Smoking break? Why the decline in cigarette sales in the Balearic Islands doesn't tell the whole story

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Why are young people in Mallorca switching from cigarettes to vapes?

Many young people are drawn to e-cigarettes or heated tobacco because they can seem less harmful or more discreet than regular cigarettes. Health groups in Spain warn, however, that this can simply replace one nicotine habit with another. The long-term health effects are also still not fully understood.

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