Kuala Lampur, Oct. 14 -- The government is studying the possibility of banning the use of electronic cigarettes and vaping devices completely, following reports of fatalities in the US and the UK.

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzukefly Ahmad said that a study on the matter is needed, and a special working committee has been formed under the ministry to study it further, before a final decision is made.

"Tan Sri Speaker, realising recent research which revealed the side effects of using electronic cigarettes and vape (devices), including death - like I said that had happened in the US and UK recently, an in-depth research is needed to relook the need to enforce a blanket ban on the sale of electronic cigarettes and vape (devices).

"Therefo...