Podcasts

Hymans Robertson On... Episode 116

Understanding Longevity - Vapes

05 Aug 2024

Overview

In this episode of Hymans Robertson On... Understanding Longevity, our hosts Ben Johnson and Nicola Torley are joined by Nicky Draper, a medical researcher at Crystallise Ltd, for a discussion on the topic of e-cigarettes.

During this episode, we look at the impact of vaping on health and mortality rates. We discuss their impact on nicotine addiction - both as an alternative to tobacco and as a gateway to it - and the potential carcinogens present. We also look at the current UK legislation and considerations for insurers. 

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Key Topics
  • Vaping popularity and its uses.
  • Impacts on health and mortality rates.
  • UK legislation and considerations for insurers.

Speakers

Ben Johnson

by Ben Johnson
Head of International Longevity

Nicola Torley

by Nicola Torley
Consultant

Nicky Draper

by Nicky Draper
Medical Researcher, Crystallise Ltd