Apple Bans Vaping Apps br From App Store.br 181 applications that centered br around the smoking device br have been removed.br They included games br and store apps.br Apple's decision comes during br a rise in illnesses and fatalities br that have been linked to vaping.br According to the CDC, br 42 vaping-related deaths br have now been recorded.br Nearly 2,200 have been reported sick.br "Apps encouraging or facilitating the use of these products are br not permitted."br - Apple, via statement.br "We take great care to curate the App Store as a trusted place for customers, particularly youth."br - Apple, via statement.