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Media Highlights of International News 2025
This section acts as a resource channel for tobacco control and health related media releases by CTC-Pak and contributed by other sources
News Excerpts of April-2025
⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: wafb.com
Teen vaping leads lawmakers to consider tax hikes
HB 517 would increase taxes on vape products from 15 cents per milliliter to a flat 33% on the sale of the product.
For detail: wafb.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: vapingpost.com
Taxing Harm Reduction: The EU Seems Set on Undermining Its Own Public Health Goals
As Europe grapples with its public health future, a leaked EU document revealing a controversial tax proposal, is raising significant concerns.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: tribuneindia.com
Punjab and Haryana High Court flags passive smoking 'menace'
Describing passive smoking as a “menace” affecting large sections of the non-smoking population, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has expressed “hope and expectation" that the authorities concerned will "delve” on the issue.
For detail: tribuneindia.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: towntopics.com
On Shakespeare’s Birthday, Smoking Is the Unintended Consequence
Even before I read about those advertisements in Edward Tenner’s new book Why the Hindenburg Had a Smoking Lounge: Essays on Unintended Consequences (American Philosophical Society Press $34.
For detail: towntopics.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thenationalherald.com
Greece Moving to Ban Flavored Tobacco Products to Protect Minors
ATHENS – Except for the natural flavor in tobacco and mint, Greece’s New Democracy government is reportedly preparing a measure to prohibit all flavored alternative tobacco products that are alluring especially to the young.
For detail: thenationalherald.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: theargus.co.uk
Vaping’s Dirty Secret: Are we ignoring the next public health crisis?
It’s hard to walk through central Brighton without catching a sweet, synthetic plume of bubblegum or strawberry cheesecake.
For detail: theargus.co.uk⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: statnews.com
Many young people want to quit vaping. A new study says medication can help
The young people who wanted to quit e-cigarettes didn’t necessarily think they were addicted. But they did think nicotine cravings were a problem.
For detail: statnews.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: spectrumnews1.com
Kenosha cracks down on student vaping with installation of vape detectors in school buildings
KENOSHA, Wis. — To address the rise in student vaping, which doctors say poses health risks, many school districts around the country are installing vape detectors in school buildings.
For detail: spectrumnews1.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: rnz.co.nz
Four sentenced for smuggling tobacco, on-selling cigarettes from Gisborne restaurant
In March 2024, Customs carried out search warrants in Gisborne, locating a significant amount of cash in a bedroom and in a vehicle parked outside the restaurant, as well as over a kilogram of loose tobacco and 11,000 cigarettes inside the restaurant.
For detail: rnz.co.nz⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: realclearhealth.com
Latest CDC Data Confirms E-Cigarette Use Correlates with Declines in Smoking
The latest Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), delivers great news for tobacco control advocates: adult smoking prevalence has reached its lowest level in 60 years.
For detail: realclearhealth.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: openpr.com
Shisha/Hookah Tobacco Manufacturing Plant Setup Report 2025: Unit Operations, Machinery Requirements and Cost Analysis
Setting up a shisha/hookah tobacco manufacturing facility necessitates a detailed market analysis alongside granular insights into various operational aspects, including unit processes, raw material procurement, utility provisions, infrastructure setup, machinery and technology specifications, workforce planning, logistics, and financial considerations.
For detail: openpr.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: northwestweekly.com.au
EXCLUSIVE: Illicit smokes, vapes seized during tobacco raids
It is alleged that 1160 vapes, 58,344 illicit cigarettes, 3.3kg of loose tobacco, 1200 nicotine pouches, 38 bongs and 399 ice pipes were seized during the raids.
For detail: northwestweekly.com.au⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: monitor.co.ug
Tobacco firms reject proposed tax hike
While appearing before Parliament’s Finance Committee, officials from Leaf Tobacco Company opposed the proposal to increase excise duty by Shs10,000 on every 1,000 sticks of cigarettes.
For detail: monitor.co.ug⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: medicalxpress.com
Smoking cessation drug varenicline helps young adults quit vaping, clinical trial reveals
A new study by investigators from Mass General Brigham showed that teens and young adults who took varenicline—an FDA-approved, twice-daily smoking cessation pill for adults—are more than three times as likely to successfully quit vaping compared to those who received only behavioral counseling.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: krishijagran.com
Tobacco Farmers Get Relief: Government Extends Registration and Barn License Validity to 3 Years
Under the Tobacco Board Act, 1975, farmers must obtain a registration certificate and barn license to cultivate and process Virginia tobacco, a key sector in India's economy.
For detail: krishijagran.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: koreatimes.co.kr
KT&G completes tobacco plant in Kazakhstan to supply Europe, CIS region
KT&G completed construction on its first manufacturing plant in Kazakhstan, bolstering its supply chain to better serve cigarette consumers across Central Asia and Europe, Korea’s largest tobacco maker said Wednesday.
For detail: koreatimes.co.kr⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: klkntv.com
Teen sent to district court in Lincoln vape shop burglaries
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A teenager pleaded not guilty Tuesday to repeatedly breaking into a Lincoln vape shop. Sirquan Wynn, 18, waived his preliminary hearing, and a judge forwarded the case to district court.
For detail: klkntv.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: kansascity.com
In a smoke-filled world, three friends in their 90s are happy to have quit the habit
It was about 1944 when our little gang started lurking on the sandstone front porch of Cochran’s Grocery in west Tulsa, grabbing up cigarette butts discarded by store patrons.
For detail: kansascity.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: griffith.edu.au
Youth need the truth about illegal nicotine pouches
Griffith University’s Blurred Minds Academy have released an evidence-informed module to address the dangers of a new addictive and illegal product being marketed to young people.
For detail: griffith.edu.au⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: greekreporter.com
Greece Set to Ban Teen-Friendly Flavoured E-Cigarettes
The bill will put a blanket ban on the sale of alcohol and all tobacco products to minors while selling alcohol to minors will be re-classsified under the penal law to a misdemeanor.
For detail: greekreporter.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: generationsanstabac.org
New York State ban on flavored nicotine pouches suspended following tobacco industry lobbying
Last week, the bill was placed on the agenda of the National Assembly's Health Committee, a key step toward its passage.
For detail: generationsanstabac.org⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: euractiv.com
Greece mulls ban on flavoured e-cigarettes
Greece’s conservative government is preparing a bill to ban all flavoured alternative tobacco products – sparing only natural tobacco and mint, Euractiv has learnt.
For detail: euractiv.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: dailynk.com
N. Korean cigarette trade collapses under Chinese police raids
Chinese authorities have intensified their crackdown on smuggled North Korean cigarettes, one of Pyongyang’s primary illicit exports, causing the distribution network to shrink dramatically, Daily NK has learned.
For detail: dailynk.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: cnycentral.com
SUNY Upstate's cleanup for Earth Day focuses on smoking, vaping
In honor of Earth Day, the community helped clean up the SUNY Upstate, focusing on picking up cigarette butts as well as the dangers of smoking of vaping.
For detail: cnycentral.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: ccentral.ca
Canadian Vaping Association unveils recycling initiative
Retailers who participate in the program can request recycling bags and shipping labels to send collected disposables directly to a sorting facility.
For detail: ccentral.ca⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: business-standard.com
Bengaluru Metro to fine passengers for consuming chewable tobacco products
BMRCL has taken this step to address public complaints about passengers using chewable tobacco products, aiming to prevent spitting and littering inside metro premises and trains Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) on Wednesday announced that passengers found consuming chewable tobacco-based products within metro premises and trains will be fined.
For detail: business-standard.com⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: asiaharmreductionalliance.net
Restrictive policies on smoke-free alternatives could cost thousands of Spanish lives, report finds
A restrictive approach to safer smoke-free alternatives to cigarettes is hindering Spain’s fight against the toll of tobacco and putting tens of thousands of lives at risk, according to a major new report released today.
For detail: asiaharmreductionalliance.net⇨Published Apr 23, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: aroundealing.com
Businesses urged to prepare for disposable vape ban
Retailers in the borough could face court action if they do not comply with a national ban on disposable vapes coming into force soon.
For detail: aroundealing.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: yahoo.com
Appealing flavors may help make e-cigarettes more addictive, research suggests
NEW YORK, April 22 (UPI) -- Vaping devices or e-cigarettes flavored with menthol, coffee and watermelon, among others, potentially drive addiction by making the products more appealing and increasing their use, experts told UPI.
For detail: yahoo.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: wjla.com
Vapes illegal under federal law targeting teens seen on display at public expos
MIAMI, Fla. (7News) — From home improvement to gun shows, chances are you’ve been to an expo at a local convention center.
For detail: wjla.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: wishtv.com
Free quit-smoking program available for Hoosiers for limited time
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — An online program to help Hoosiers stop smoking, usually costing nearly $100, will be free for the rest of the month.
For detail: wishtv.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: wgno.com
Bill would overhaul vape tax in Louisiana
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Louisiana lawmakers are advancing legislation that would significantly change how vapor products are taxed in the state, potentially raising prices for users and revenue for public services.
For detail: wgno.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: upi.com
Appealing flavors may help make e-cigarettes more addictive, research suggests
NEW YORK, April 22 (UPI) -- Vaping devices or e-cigarettes flavored with menthol, coffee and watermelon, among others, potentially drive addiction by making the products more appealing and increasing their use, experts told UPI.
For detail: upi.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: tribune.net.ph
BoC intensifies fight vs illicit vapes
The Bureau of Customs (BoC) is destroying approximately P3.26 billion worth of confiscated vaping products as part of its ongoing efforts to combat smuggling and protect public health.
For detail: tribune.net.ph⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Study: Smoking, Vaping, Marijuana All Affect Airways Differently
According to new research by UC Davis, cigarette smoke has a greater impact on airway health than marijuana smoke or vaping.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Thailand Tobacco Raids Uncover Major Smuggling Network
Thailand’s Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA) conducted four simultaneous raids in central Phuket, cracking down on an illegal cigarette smuggling network.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: theimaginativeconservative.org
Smoking as a Conservative Act
Smoking tobacco is not of necessity one of the permanent things that conservatives should cherish, but it does symbolize an older way of life and a different sensibility.
For detail: theimaginativeconservative.org⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thehindu.com
Minister assures support, fair price to tobacco farmers
Minister Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy assures support to tobacco farmers facing issues with low bids and delayed procurement in Ongole AP Social Welfare Minister Dr. Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy and Santhanuthalapadu MLA B. N.
For detail: thehindu.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: thehindu.com
E-cigarette racket busted in Hyderabad; brothers held for peddling vapes to students
The deliveries were handled by courier services like DTDC and ride-hailing platforms such as Uber and Rapido, which may now find themselves in the dock for failing to screen parcels given to minors, said the Director of TGANB, Sandeep Shandilya.
For detail: thehindu.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: thehardtimes.net
Teens Vaping Behind Vatican Accidentally Elect New Pope
VATICAN CITY — Teenage tourists, Ronny Brewster, 17, and his best friend James “Cobra” Mooreston, 16, inadvertently elected a new Pope after getting caught vaping by a dumpster behind the Sistine Chapel, Vatican officials confirmed.
For detail: thehardtimes.net⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: scmp.com
Malaysian teen has seizure after vaping, reignites debate on device ban
Only two states have imposed a blanket ban on e-cigarettes and vapes so far, as the health ministry flip-flops on a decision Reading Time: Why you can trust SCMP.
For detail: scmp.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: personneltoday.com
How to help employees quit vaping before new ban comes into effect
Workplace habits, including vaping breaks, can make it difficult for employees to overcome nicotine addiction.
For detail: personneltoday.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: nst.com.my
Student's seizure in school toilet sparks renewed vape ban calls
GEORGE TOWN: The Consumers' Association of Penang (CAP) has renewed its call to the Health Ministry to impose a total ban on the sales of vapes and e-cigarettes, citing their contribution to increasing social issues among students.
For detail: nst.com.my⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nlm.nih.gov
The effect of nicotine on threat avoidance behaviour in healthy non-smokers
Developing adaptive strategies for survival relies on distinguishing danger from safety through aversive learning mechanisms.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: nature.com
Effects of cigarette smoke extract on angiogenesis and aromatase activity in KGN cells
Cigarette smoking is associated with negative reproductive outcomes and an increased likelihood of failed in vitro fertilization.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
Major crackdown on e-cigarette racket targeting students in Hyderabad
In a major crackdown, the Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau (TGANB) in coordination with Hyderabad City Police on Monday, April 21, has busted a large-scale racket selling banned e-cigarettes and vapes to school and college students in the city.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: mghpsychnews.org
ADHD Symptom Severity, Not Diagnosis Alone, Predicts Youth Nicotine and Tobacco Use
Children and adolescents with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are at increased risk for the initiation of substance use and subsequent substance use disorders.
For detail: mghpsychnews.org⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: medicaldialogues.in
Increased risk of COPD observed in individuals using e-cigarette: Study
A new study published in the journal of Respiratory Medicine showed a strong correlation between a higher risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS).
For detail: medicaldialogues.in⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: louisianaradionetwork.com
Legislation to increase Louisiana state tax on vapes and e-cigarettes passes, cigarette tax hike not approved
The House Ways and Means Committee approves legislation to increase the state tax on vapes and e-cigarettes, but the same panel did not approve a bill to increase Louisiana’s tax on cigarettes.
For detail: louisianaradionetwork.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: lakeonews.com
Tobacco-free school policies praised
OKEECHOBEE — Tobacco Free Florida in Okeechobee County congratulates the County School Board for taking significant steps toward protecting all students, faculty, staff, and visitors by adopting stronger tobacco free school policies.
For detail: lakeonews.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: healthday.com
Dual-Use of Cigarettes, E-Cigarettes Tied to Same Toxicant Exposure as Cigarettes Alone
TUESDAY, April 22, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Both dual use of traditional and electronic cigarettes and exclusive cigarette use are associated with higher toxicant exposure than exclusive e-cigarette use, according to a study published online April 15 in Nicotine & Tobacco Research.
For detail: healthday.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: globenewswire.com
Canadian Vaping Association Unveils Groundbreaking Recycling Initiative Paving the Way for a Sustainable Future
Ottawa, ON, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This Earth Day, the Canadian Vaping Association (CVA) is teaming up with industry leaders to launch VapeCycle, a groundbreaking nationwide recycling program designed to address the environmental impact of e-waste in disposable vaping products while supporting Canada's public health harm reduction initiatives.
For detail: globenewswire.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: georgeherald.com
Teenage vaping causes concern
GENERAL NEWS - The Western Cape DA is calling on the national Department of Health to proactively develop and implement stronger regulations regarding the use of e-cigarettes among youth, particularly those aged 14 to 18.
For detail: georgeherald.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: fingerlakes1.com
Tobacco and stress: A harmful relationship for New Yorkers
Tobacco products don’t ease stress—they worsen it. That’s the message from the New York State Quitline, which urges residents to rethink cigarettes and e-cigarettes as a coping tool.
For detail: fingerlakes1.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: filtermag.org
Michael Bloomberg Won His Vietnam War on Vaping
Vietnam has a big-time smoking problem. A huge proportion of men, particularly—44.3 percent, by one estimate—smoke cigarettes.
For detail: filtermag.org⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: einpresswire.com
CAPHRA Criticises Philippine Government’s Inconsistent Vaping Policies, Calls for Evidence-Based Approach
MANILA, PHILIPPINES, April 23, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) today criticised the Philippine government for its contradictory stance on vaping, highlighting inconsistencies between public crackdowns on illicit vape products, growing fiscal dependence on vape taxes, and questionable environmental practices surrounding the disposal of confiscated devices.
For detail: einpresswire.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: diabetesincontrol.com
Dual-Use of Cigarettes, E-Cigarettes Tied to Same Toxicant Exposure as Cigarettes Alone
TUESDAY, April 22, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Both dual use of traditional and electronic cigarettes and exclusive cigarette use are associated with higher toxicant exposure than exclusive e-cigarette use, according to a study published online April 15 in Nicotine & Tobacco Research.
For detail: diabetesincontrol.com⇨Published Apr 22, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ash.org.uk
Why Big Tobacco should pay for the cost of smoking
For the past three years, the IPPR’s Commission on Health and Prosperity has been making the case that better health is Britain’s greatest untapped route to economic strength.
For detail: ash.org.uk⇨Published Apr 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wcax.com
New report tracks nicotine use in Vt.
The Health Department’s Annual Tobacco Control Report shows fewer adults are smoking.
For detail: wcax.com⇨Published Apr 21, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: thejakartapost.com
Cigarettes, poverty and the invisible malnutrition trap
In many low-income households, cigarettes are not simply a vice, they are a daily expenditure that competes directly with food, especially nutritious food.
For detail: thejakartapost.com⇨Published Apr 21, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: says.com
Understanding How Combustion Harms Health & Nicotine's Potential Impact On Brain Function
For most of us, nicotine is synonymous with smoking and its harmful effects, including its highly addictive nature and an increased risk of diseases like vascular dementia.
For detail: says.com⇨Published Apr 21, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ourworldindata.org
Once widespread, smoking is now uncommon in Great Britain
Line chart showing the decline in smoking among adults over age 16 in Great Britain from 1974 to 2023. In 1974, around 51% of men and 41% of women reported smoking cigarettes.
For detail: ourworldindata.org⇨Published Apr 21, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: oklahoman.com
An unprecedented chance to help Americans quit smoking
For decades, U.S. tobacco policy has been stagnant. Bureaucracy and prohibitionist ideology have slowed the adoption of innovations that promote smoking cessation.
For detail: oklahoman.com⇨Published Apr 21, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nlm.nih.gov
Cigarette Smoking is Associated with Levels of the Serotonin Transporter in the Brain: A [11C]DASB PET Study
Background: Preclinical work suggests that chronic nicotine/tobacco use is associated with reductions in serotonin within the hippocampus, yet no research has yet shown an association of smoking behaviours and alterations in brain serotonin in humans in vivo.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov⇨Published Apr 21, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: newsukraine.rbc.ua
Want to quit smoking? Simple method from expert
Nicotine addiction is similar to addiction to alcohol or other psychoactive substances, but it may be easier to overcome.
For detail: newsukraine.rbc.ua⇨Published Apr 21, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: news-medical.net
Vaping trends shift as UK ban drives switch from disposable to reusable devices
A nationwide shift is underway as Britain’s looming disposable vape ban halts the upward trend in e-cigarette use.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Apr 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: news8000.com
Underage tobacco sales decline slightly in Wisconsin
That's according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, whose annual data shows a decline in underage sales rate from 13.6% in 2023 to 11.8% in 2024.
For detail: news8000.com⇨Published Apr 21, 2025
[COPD Vaping]
Source: msn.com
Opinion: Our leaders need to address youth vaping
With all the political topics of the day seizing headlines, it is important that we as a nation learn to walk and chew gum at the same time by also addressing the day-to-day challenges Americans face.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Apr 21, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: manilatimes.net
BOC destroys smuggled vape products
MANILA, Philippines — Some P3.26 billion worth of smuggled vape products were destroyed by the Bureau of Customs (BoC) on Monday in two facilities in Bulacan province.
For detail: manilatimes.net⇨Published Apr 21, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: koreapost.com
S. Korea’s cigarette sales fall for second consecutive year
Cigarette sales in South Korea declined for the second consecutive year in 2023, according to the "Tobacco Market Trends" report released by the Ministry of Economy and Finance on April 18.
For detail: koreapost.com⇨Published Apr 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: gdnonline.com
Stiffer penalties on tobacco ratified
His Majesty King Hamad ratified and issued Law (15) of 2025, amending Article (20) of Law (8) of 2009 on combating smoking and all types of tobacco, following its approval by the Shura Council and Parliament.
For detail: gdnonline.com⇨Published Apr 21, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: fakti.bg
Nearly 6,000 contraband "vape" cigarettes were discovered
For detail: fakti.bg⇨Published Apr 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: borneobulletin.com.bn
Anti-tobacco, anti-vaping school programme continues
The Ministry of Education (MoE) through the Department of Schools on Saturday continued its Anti-Tobacco Awareness Education Programme and Procedures for Addressing Smoking or Vaping Offences at School Level at Sengkurong Sixth Form Centre.
For detail: borneobulletin.com.bn⇨Published Apr 20, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: yahoo.com
Supreme Court delivers contentious ruling on vaping products: 'Encourage the FDA to stay the course'
A Supreme Court decision has public health advocates and conservationists cheering about restrictions put on selling certain vape products.
For detail: yahoo.com⇨Published Apr 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: vapingpost.com
Silenced by Smears: The Persecution of Tobacco Harm Reduction Experts
Amid rising misinformation and institutional resistance, tobacco harm reduction advocates face relentless attacks—not for flawed science, but for challenging the status quo.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Apr 20, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: toledoblade.com
More tobacco smokers switching to vaping, which presents its own health risks
Declining numbers of tobacco smokers since 1965 are being offset by growing numbers of people vaping e-cigarettes.
For detail: toledoblade.com⇨Published Apr 20, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: theteenmagazine.com
Is Vaping Just as Bad as Smoking?
The number of teens vaping declined substantially in 2024 compared to 2023. However, it is still a prevalent issue for the youth of today.
For detail: theteenmagazine.com⇨Published Apr 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: observerbd.com
Tobacco proves harmful to economy; Journalists' role sought for preventing use of tobacco products
Terming tobacco as harmful to the economy, speakers at an event called on journalists to play their due role in raising awareness among the people about the negative effects of tobacco products.
For detail: observerbd.com⇨Published Apr 20, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: nlm.nih.gov
ENDS use and nicotine exposure among adults who use ENDS alone or with cigarettes: The PATH Study 2013-2019
Introduction: Evaluating nicotine exposure (total nicotine equivalents-2; TNE-2) changes over time can provide data on the public health impact of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS).
For detail: nlm.nih.gov⇨Published Apr 20, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: deseret.com
Opinion: Our leaders need to address youth vaping
With all the political topics of the day seizing headlines, it is important that we as a nation learn to walk and chew gum at the same time by also addressing the day-to-day challenges Americans face.
For detail: deseret.com⇨Published Apr 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: dailymail.co.uk
Shopkeepers urge Government to meet them before a planned vaping and smoking crackdown shuts them for good
A coalition of small businesses are pleading for urgent government talks before a planned vaping and smoking crackdown forces them to 'close for good'.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk⇨Published Apr 20, 2025
[Pouches Tobacco]
Source: dailymail.co.uk
Teenagers risking heart trouble from nicotine pouches made popular by top football stars accused of glamorising the trend
Experts fear teenagers are risking heart problems through an 'epidemic' of nicotine pouch use, with footballers like Jamie Vardy accused of glamorising the trend.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk⇨Published Apr 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: daijiworld.com
KSRTC begins immediate removal of tobacco ads from its buses following CM’s office intervention
Bengaluru, Apr 20: In a swift response to public concern, the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has initiated the removal of advertisements promoting tobacco, cigarettes, and alcohol from its buses, following directions issued by the Chief Minister’s Office.
For detail: daijiworld.com⇨Published Apr 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: cbc.ca
Illegal cigarette seizures are up in N.S. while tobacco tax revenues drop
Nova Scotia tobacco enforcement officers seized a record number of illegal cigarettes last year and laid dozens of charges, an effort that comes as provincial tobacco tax revenues have dropped significantly in the last number of years.
For detail: cbc.ca⇨Published Apr 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thesaturdaypaper.com.au
How government taxes have fuelled the tobacco wars
Few things will arouse the righteous fury of police more than a “civilian” dying as a result of gangland war, and so it is with the still-unsolved death of Katie Tangey.
For detail: thesaturdaypaper.com.au⇨Published Apr 19, 2025
[COPD Tobacco]
Source: thehansindia.com
Tobacco cultivation declines due to health concerns
Davanagere: The number of tobacco farmers in Davanagere has significantly decreased due to alarming findings from the District Survey Department highlighting the detrimental health effects of tobacco.
For detail: thehansindia.com⇨Published Apr 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nst.com.my
Fomca: Ban vape product sales as they are too popular among schoolchildren
KUALA LUMPUR: State governments should ban the sale of vape products through local councils, as they are becoming more popular among children due to their accessibility and flashy advertising.
For detail: nst.com.my⇨Published Apr 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: newindianexpress.com
No more tobacco ads on KSRTC buses after citizen raises violation
On April 8, Siraj Madaka shared a photo on X, of a KSRTC bus, with its back panel displaying advertisement of a smokeless tobacco product, which is popular among the youth.
For detail: newindianexpress.com⇨Published Apr 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: msn.com
No more tobacco ads on KSRTC buses after citizen raises violation
BENGALURU: The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has removed a tobacco-related advertisement from its bus after a citizen raised the issue on social media and tagged the Officer on Special Duty to the Chief Minister.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Apr 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: kashmirlife.net
Doda Imposes Immediate Ban on Tobacco Product “Cool Lip” Over Health Concerns
SRINAGAR: In a decisive move aimed at protecting public health, particularly among school-going children, the Additional District Magistrate (ADM) of Doda has imposed an immediate ban on the storage, sale, display, and distribution of the tobacco-based product “Cool Lip” in the district, a DIPR statement said.
For detail: kashmirlife.net⇨Published Apr 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: greaterkashmir.com
Doda Admin bans sale of ‘Cool Lip’ tobacco product
Cool Lip, which contains filtered tobacco, has been found in shops near schools, raising serious oral health and addiction-related risks Doda, Apr 19: In a decisive step to safeguard public health, particularly among school-going children, the Additional District Magistrate Doda Anil Kumar Thakur imposed an immediate ban on the storage, sale, display and distribution of the tobacco based product “Cool Lip” in the district.
For detail: greaterkashmir.com⇨Published Apr 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: gbnews.com
There's going to be job cuts!' Shopkeeper issues warning amid national insurance hike and vape ban
A shopkeeper in Coventry has hit out at rising taxes and warned not enough is being done to tackle illegal vapes and tobacco.
For detail: gbnews.com⇨Published Apr 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: express.co.uk
New tobacco licence 'will close shops'
New laws forcing retailers to buy a licence for the sale of tobacco and vapes risk creating corner-shop deserts across the UK, a shadow minister has warned.
For detail: express.co.uk⇨Published Apr 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: english.varthabharati.in
No more tobacco ads on KSRTC buses after citizen raises violation: Report
Bengaluru: The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has removed a tobacco-related advertisement from one of its buses after a concerned citizen flagged the issue on social media.
For detail: english.varthabharati.in⇨Published Apr 19, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: aol.com
Florida got it right on common-sense vape policy where federal government failed
This session, I supported legislation to ensure the safety and well-being of Floridians from harmful, unregulated vape products without restricting safe, FDA-authorized vape products to help adult smokers kick the habit.
For detail: aol.com⇨Published Apr 19, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: abc7chicago.com
Mom warning others after son's cause of death listed as vaping
The sudden death of a Pennsylvania man late last year led a forensic pathologist to list it as one of the causes of his death.
For detail: abc7chicago.com⇨Published Apr 19, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: abc7.com
Mom warning others after son's cause of death listed as vaping
WEST CHESTER, Pa. -- The dangers and consequences of vaping are growing as more research is conducted. The sudden death of a Pennsylvania man late last year led a forensic pathologist to list it as one of the causes of his death.
For detail: abc7.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: yogonet.com
Casino industry faces pressure to eliminate indoor smoking
Anti-smoking advocates are pushing for major U.S. casino operators to examine the financial impact of eliminating indoor smoking.
For detail: yogonet.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: wzzm13.com
Muskegon bans vaping in parks: Enforcement details underway
MUSKEGON, Mich. — The Muskegon City Commission voted to bar vaping within public playgrounds and park pavilions in a majority vote.
For detail: wzzm13.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wric.com
Three arrested after series of ‘very brazen’ tobacco, vape shop robberies in Richmond
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Richmond officers have made multiple arrests in connection to a series of armed robberies at tobacco and vape shops in the city.
For detail: wric.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: vaping360.com
Arkansas Registry Law Includes U.S. Personal Possession Ban
Arkansas became the 12th U.S. state to pass a PMTA registry law when Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed Senate Bill 252 into law on Monday.
For detail: vaping360.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tv47.digital
Gov’t shuts down Chinese company over illegal importation of 11 cigarette brands
The Ministry of Health has banned the importation of 11 Chinese cigarette brands for violating the Tobacco Control Act 2007 and the Tobacco Control Regulations 2014.
For detail: tv47.digital⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tipranks.com
Japan Tobacco Raises Capital Through International Senior Notes Issuance
Japan Tobacco Inc. and its subsidiary JT International Financial Services B.V.
For detail: tipranks.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: thestar.com.my
State governments have authority to ban vape, e-cigarette sales, says Dzulkefly
KUALA LUMPUR: State governments have the authority to ban the sale of vape or e-cigarettes, through local councils, says Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.
For detail: thestar.com.my⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: thestar.com.my
Selangor to study proposal to ban vape sales, says MB
SHAH ALAM: The Selangor government is prepared to study the need to ban the sale of electronic cigarettes or vape in the state, following a suggestion made by Deputy Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay on Thursday.
For detail: thestar.com.my⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: stuff.co.nz
Security staff seen sharing vapes with kids at Christchurch bus interchange
Concerns about security guards vaping with kids and blurring professional boundaries at Christchurch’s central city bus interchange have been raised repeatedly, Stuff can reveal.
For detail: stuff.co.nz⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: scitechdaily.com
Largest-Ever Study of Vaping Ties It to Lung Disease, High Blood Pressure
A Johns Hopkins-led study of nearly 250,000 people found that exclusive e-cigarette use is linked to a higher risk of COPD and possibly high blood pressure in adults aged 30-70, though not to other major cardiovascular conditions.
For detail: scitechdaily.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: propakistani.pk
Scientific Evidence Backs Zyn’s Authorization for Nicotine Use
Imagine being a long-time smoker, aware of the health risks but struggling to quit.
For detail: propakistani.pk⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: openpr.com
How To Setup a Reusable E-Cigarette Pods Manufacturing Plant
Setting up a reusable e-cigarette pods manufacturing facility necessitates a detailed market analysis alongside granular insights into various operational aspects, including unit processes, raw material procurement, utility provisions, infrastructure setup, machinery and technology specifications, workforce planning, logistics, and financial considerations.
For detail: openpr.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: news-leader.com
Employee found smoking in kitchen storage area at Springfield restaurant: Inspections
This week, Springfield-Greene County Health Department inspectors found an employee smoking a cigarette in a kitchen storage area of a local restaurant, according to the April 14 report.
For detail: news-leader.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: nation.cymru
Illegal vapes seized from 29 premises
The information was released following an application under the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act, which revealed that no businesses were prosecuted, despite the seizures.
For detail: nation.cymru⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: msn.com
Muskegon bans vaping in parks: Enforcement details underway
The Muskegon City Commission voted to bar vaping within public playgrounds and park pavilions in a majority vote.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: mk.co.kr
Domestic cigarette sales fell for the second consecutive year last year. On the other hand, e-cigare..
Domestic cigarette sales fell for the second consecutive year last year. On the other hand, e-cigarette sales have been increasing every year since statistics were compiled in 2017.
For detail: mk.co.kr⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: mirror.co.uk
Teen issues stark warning after vaping habit left her 'hours from death'
A 16-year-old, who was 'hours from death' following a life-threatening lung infection that doctors said was triggered by her 18-month vaping habit, has shared her health ordeal as a warning to others Isabella Troncao, 16, was 'hours from death', which doctors said was due to her vaping habits(Image: Kennedy News/Isabella Troncao).
For detail: mirror.co.uk⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Death Vaping]
Source: mirror.co.uk
I tried to impress boyfriend by vaping - and ended up hours from death'
Love-struck Isabella Troncao, then 15, from Las Vegas, Nevada, had been introduced to vapes by her new boyfriend, but found herself overusing them to impress him A teen desperate to impress her boyfriend by vaping was struck down with sepsis and needed a litre of liquid drained from her lung - leaving her 'hours from death'.
For detail: mirror.co.uk⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: malaysiakini.com
Minister: States have authority to ban vapes, e-cigarette sales
State governments have the authority to ban the sale of vapes or e-cigarettes through local councils, said Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad.
For detail: malaysiakini.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: kstp.com
Another city sets more expensive tobacco prices, ‘first’ in country to set unique vaping price
Another Minnesota city is setting minimum prices on tobacco in an effort to curb use, with an even more expensive price for vaping products.
For detail: kstp.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: indexbox.io
UK's Tobacco Cigarettes Market to Experience Gradual Growth with +2.6% CAGR
IndexBox has just published a new report: United Kingdom - Cigarettes Containing Tobacco - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights.
For detail: indexbox.io⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Market Tobacco]
Source: indexbox.io
Asia-Pacific's Unmanufactured Tobacco Market to Witness Slight Growth with +1.1% CAGR
IndexBox has just published a new report: Asia-Pacific - Unmanufactured Tobacco - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights.
For detail: indexbox.io⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: hometownstations.com
Mercy Health partners with state to help youth quit vaping
LIMA, Ohio (WLIO) — As vaping continues to trend among high school and middle school students, one local hospital is working to help young people break the habit.
For detail: hometownstations.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: eu-policies.com
Australia’s growing vaping black market offers a regulatory warning Europe must heed
Released in late March, Australia’s latest federal budget numbers paint a stark picture: tobacco excise tax revenue has nearly halved since 2019, with cumulative losses estimated at A$10 billion (€5.6 billion) by 2029.
For detail: eu-policies.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: edition.mv
Health Ministry gives three months to take Tobacco Sales License
Under the first amendment to the Tobacco Control act, wholesale and retail sellers of tobacco products must obtain a valid license from the Health Ministry in addition to their trade license.
For detail: edition.mv⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: cleveland.com
Three cited in undercover sting of Mayfield Heights tobacco shops
MAYFIELD HEIGHTS, Ohio -- The area SPAN drug enforcement unit conducted an undercover sting of tobacco shops recently for violations related to underage sales.
For detail: cleveland.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: capitalfm.co.ke
Govt bans 11 Chinese cigarettes by Shapo Ltd for violating tobacco laws
NAIROBI, Kenya, April 18 – The government has banned the importation of 11 Chinese cigarette brands for violating the Tobacco Control Act 2007 and Tobacco Control Regulations 2014.
For detail: capitalfm.co.ke⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: borneobulletin.com.bn
Focus on smoking, vaping offences at awareness talk
The Ministry of Education (MoE), through its Department of Schools, continues to organise a programme for anti-tobacco awareness and procedures for addressing smoking or vaping offences.
For detail: borneobulletin.com.bn⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: biz.chosun.com
Tobacco sales in South Korea drop again as e-cigarette popularity rises
Last year, domestic cigarette sales decreased compared to the previous year. Domestic cigarette sales have shown a decline for two consecutive years.
For detail: biz.chosun.com⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: akchabar.kg
The Tax Service seized illegal tobacco products and fuels
As part of the fight against violations of tax legislation, employees of the Tax Service of Nookat District conducted raids at markets and other places of unauthorised trade.
For detail: akchabar.kg⇨Published Apr 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: aboutlawsuits.com
Zyn Nicotine Pouches Lawsuit Alleges Tobacco Product Is Marketed to Minors
Florida woman claims manufacturers’ targeted and deceptive marketing practices caused her to become addicted to Zyn nicotine pouches while she was still a minor.
For detail: aboutlawsuits.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: youtube.com
Combining smoking and vaping poses serious health risks, researchers say
Click On Detroit | Local 4 | WDIV A new study from the American Cancer Society, published in Nicotine and Tobacco Research, highlights the health risks associated with "dual use" of traditional cigarettes and e-cigarettes.
For detail: youtube.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: yourcentralvalley.com
Visalia shops cited for selling tobacco to minors
VISALIA, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Three businesses in Visalia were cited for allegedly selling tobacco to a minor during a crackdown on tobacco sales, according to the Visalia Police Department Officers said they conducted an operation using minor decoys to check for illegal tobacco sales to underage individuals.
For detail: yourcentralvalley.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: yorkshirepost.co.uk
Free vape kits boost smoking quits in Calderdale
A new report has revealed that the number of people giving up smoking increased from 64% to 75% after the kits were offered during a trial funded by Yorkshire Cancer Research and delivered by Yorkshire Smokefree Calderdale.
For detail: yorkshirepost.co.uk⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: wkrn.com
Middle Tennessee authorities address vape use in schools
PUTNAM COUNTY, Tenn. (WKRN) — Young people in Tennessee are vaping at more than twice the national rate.
For detail: wkrn.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: usnews.com
Smoking/Vaping Combo Poses Health Risks
THURSDAY, April 17, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- People might think they can reduce their risk of cancer by occasionally swapping their cigarettes for a vape pen — but they would be wrong, a new study says.
For detail: usnews.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: topclassactions.com
Class actions over addictive Zyn nicotine pouches can proceed, judge rules
Why: Plaintiffs allege Zyn nicotine pouches are deceptively marketed to young people with enticing flavors while falsely promoting it as a safe alternative to smoking, despite its high levels of pharmaceutical-grade nicotine that can cause long-term addiction and health risks.
For detail: topclassactions.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: toledoblade.com
Number of tobacco shops in Toledo discussed at city committee meeting
Toledo City Council’s Zoning and Planning Committee heard four different requests from proposed tobacco shops hoping to operate in the city, but some members are saying that is four too many.
For detail: toledoblade.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Opinion: Hopes for Transforming the FDA
Writing for the Tax Foundation, Adam Hoffer published “Opportunities to Reform the Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Tobacco Products,” where he discussed the lingering challenges plaguing the CTP and suggested a pathway forward.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
BAT Hosts Annual General Meeting
At its 2025 General Meeting, British American Tobacco (BAT) announced that its sales had fallen by 5.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Smoking Quit]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
German Study Finds Smokers Unmotivated to Quit
A German Study on Tobacco Use (DEBRA) reported that around 30% of the population smoked cigarettes in 2024.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
UAE Points to Sweden in Approving Nicotine Pouches
The UAE approved the sale of synthetic nicotine pouches—subject to sellers meeting safety standards set out by the government—with the hope that the smoke-free nicotine alternatives entering the market would be helpful in helping people quit smoking.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Plan Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Nepal’s Plan to License Tobacco Faces Pushback
Nepal Industry Minister Damodar Bhandari is preparing to grant licenses to the cigarette, tobacco (gutkha), and alcohol industries, according to Republica.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
ITGA Announces Annual Meeting
Tobacco-producing countries from North, Central, and South America have been invited to participate in the International Tobacco Growers’ Association (ITGA) “Americas Regional Meeting on April 24 in Jujuy, Argentina The ITGA is convening stakeholders from the tobacco sector across the Americas to address key issues currently impacting the industry.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigar Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Apostate Cigars Joins Oveja Negra Family
Oveja Negra Brands announced that it will bring Apostate Cigars into its stable beginning in June, joining its three current brands, Black Label Trading Co.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Federal Judge Allows Zyn Lawsuit to Progress
A federal judge in Florida allowed key claims to move forward in two consumer class action lawsuits against Philip Morris and its subsidiary, Swedish Match, over allegations that their Zyn nicotine pouches cause ongoing health issues and are deceptively marketed, especially to young people.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: southernminn.com
Smoking/Vaping Combo Poses Health Risks
Vape teenager. Young cute girl in casual clothes and handsome guy in a cap smoke an electronic cigarette outdoors.
For detail: southernminn.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: parliament.uk
Tobacco and Vapes Bill considered by Lords
Members of the House of Lords will discuss the core aims of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill at second reading on Wednesday 23 March.
For detail: parliament.uk⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: omaringa.com.br
Van packed with e-cigarettes and smartphones seized in Paiçandu, Maringá region
In the urban perimeter of Paiçandu, Maringá region, federal highway police officers were returning from the Guaíra region, this Wednesday, April 16, when they noticed evasive maneuvers by a white I/Fiat Ducato Max vehicle with Curitiba/PR plates.
For detail: omaringa.com.br⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: nursinginpractice.com
Vaping trends stall following regulation announcement
There has been a fall in vaping and disposable e-cigarette use following the UK government’s announcement of regulations, a study has found.
For detail: nursinginpractice.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: news-shield.com
Smoking/Vaping Combo Poses Health Risks
Vape teenager. Young cute girl in casual clothes and handsome guy in a cap smoke an electronic cigarette outdoors.
For detail: news-shield.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: news-medical.net
Smoking linked to higher risk of surgery complications
Smokers and people who recently quit are more likely to face complications after having an operation than non-smokers, a new study reveals.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: news4sanantonio.com
Do you think disguised vapes are intentionally targeting kids?
SAN ANTONIO - Vape pens designed to look like highlighters, USB drives, and even soda cans could soon be banned under a new bill filed in the Texas Legislature.
For detail: news4sanantonio.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: nature.com
Relationship between smoking status and ulcerative colitis: a meta-analysis based on a case–control study
Prior research has revealed an association between smoking, reduced ulcerative colitis (UC) risk, and improved disease severity among individuals with existing UC.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nasdaq.com
Is Imperial Tobacco Group (IMBBY) Stock Undervalued Right Now?
The proven Zacks Rank system focuses on earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find winning stocks.
For detail: nasdaq.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: msn.com
Teen left 'hours from death' after vaping habit 'triggered' sepsis
A 16-year-old who almost died of a life-threatening lung infection has warned youngsters to avoid vapes at all costs, after doctors said her 18-month habit triggered her disease.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: localmemphis.com
Memphis smokeshop manager talks about how Tennessee's vape bill could hurt local businesses
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A new bill in Tennessee could soon change the way vape products are sold and regulated, and its impact could be felt by both consumers and retailers.
For detail: localmemphis.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: ladbible.com
Teen who began vaping to impress boyfriend left 'hours from death' with litre of liquid in lung
A teenage girl who started vaping to 'impress' her boyfriend nearly died just a week later, after medics drained a litre of liquid from her lung.
For detail: ladbible.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: itv.com
Health warnings as high-strength illicit nicotine pouches flood the UK
There is an alarming rise in illicit nicotine pouches in the UK posing a health risk to children, as ITV News Digital Political Reporter Lewis Denison reports The education secretary has issued a health warning after ITV News uncovered a huge rise in illicit nicotine pouches flooding the UK.
For detail: itv.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[FED Tobacco]
Source: inews.co.uk
I was relieved my teen quit vaping - until I learned what they were doing instead
One parent reports on the cheap and virtually invisible nicotine alternative that teenagers are turning to with alarming effects With single-use vapes being banned in the UK from 1 June, you may hear a collective sigh of relief from parents of teens up and down the land.
For detail: inews.co.uk⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: independent.co.uk
Disposable e-cigarette ban ‘unlikely’ to tackle vaping rates, researchers warn
The Government announced plans to ban disposable vapes last January, with the measure coming into force on June 1.
For detail: independent.co.uk⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: homenewshere.com
Smoking/Vaping Combo Poses Health Risks
Vape teenager. Young cute girl in casual clothes and handsome guy in a cap smoke an electronic cigarette outdoors.
For detail: homenewshere.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: gothamist.com
New York won't ban Zyn flavored nicotine pouches after tobacco industry lobbying
This column originally appeared in The Politics Brief, our new weekly newsletter on the people, power and policies that shape New Yorkers' lives.
For detail: gothamist.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: globalnews.ca
Teen vaping should be addressed like any substance use disorder, B.C. doctor says
Whether it's online, from sellers at school or even an illegal purchase at a vape store, vape devices and "juice" are within easy reach for students.
For detail: globalnews.ca⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: freemalaysiatoday.com
More states should ban vapes, says deputy IGP
Deputy inspector-general of police Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay said fentanyl has been detected in vape liquids, with effects 100 times stronger and more dangerous than morphine and 20 to 40 times stronger than heroin.
For detail: freemalaysiatoday.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: fox59.com
$2 per pack cigarette tax is one proposal for Indiana’s budget woes
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana is staring at a $2.4 billion shortfall, meaning proposed state spending exceeds anticipated income by billions of dollars.
For detail: fox59.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: emerging-europe.com
The EU should scrap its tobacco tax hike and focus on smarter solutions
If policymakers are serious about reducing smoking and improving public health, they need to recognise a basic truth: raising taxes without enforcing the law is a losing strategy.
For detail: emerging-europe.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: discovermagazine.com
Safer Than Smoking? Vaping Tied to Alarming Rise in COPD Cases
Learn more about a new study that confirms the multitude of health risks associated with e-cigarettes, including COPD and high blood pressure.
For detail: discovermagazine.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: dailymail.co.uk
Teen left 'a few hours from death' after vaping habit 'triggered' bacterial infection that led to lethal sepsis
A 16-year-old who almost died of a life-threatening lung infection has warned youngsters to avoid vapes at all costs, after doctors said her 18-month habit triggered her disease.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: cureus.com
A Survey of Current Tobacco and Nicotine Product Users to Identify Barriers to Quitting Smoking in Germany
Cite this article as: Neubert C, Tewes N, Nussbaum A K (April 17, 2025) A Survey of Current Tobacco and Nicotine Product Users to Identify Barriers to Quitting Smoking in Germany.
For detail: cureus.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: conveniencestore.co.uk
Illegal nicotine pouches seizures rise by 974% in a year
Recent news has suggested that the use of disposable vapes has already seen a drop of around 30% ahead of the UK-wide ban of their sale on 1 June, primarily due to vape users switching to reusable products.
For detail: conveniencestore.co.uk⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: communitynewspapergroup.com
Smoking/Vaping Combo Poses Health Risks
Vape teenager. Young cute girl in casual clothes and handsome guy in a cap smoke an electronic cigarette outdoors.
For detail: communitynewspapergroup.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: cbsnews.com
Repeal of Denver's controversial flavored tobacco product ban will go to voters
Colorado voters will now get a say over the controversial ban on flavored tobacco products in Denver. Enough signatures have been collected to put the issue on the ballot and overturn the ban approved by the city council.
For detail: cbsnews.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: caledonianrecord.com
Smoking/Vaping Combo Poses Health Risks
Vape teenager. Young cute girl in casual clothes and handsome guy in a cap smoke an electronic cigarette outdoors.
For detail: caledonianrecord.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: brandsynario.com
FDA’s Verdict: Zyn Offers More Public Health Benefits Than Risks
As the global conversation around smoking shifts towards harm reduction, countries are taking decisive steps to offer better alternatives to smokers.
For detail: brandsynario.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: benzinga.com
Big Tobacco Wants Chinese Vapes Banned; Will This Stock Go Up In Smoke?
The vaping products maker is facing new pressures on both the regulatory and tariff fronts, driving it to explore new products Smoore's profit dropped 43.
For detail: benzinga.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: averyjournal.com
Smoking/Vaping Combo Poses Health Risks
Vape teenager. Young cute girl in casual clothes and handsome guy in a cap smoke an electronic cigarette outdoors.
For detail: averyjournal.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: ascopost.com
Dual Use of Cigarettes and E-Cigarettes on Par With Sole Cigarette Use in Terms of Toxic Exposure
Individuals who reported exclusive use of combustible cigarettes as well as those who reported dual use of both cigarettes and e-cigarettes showed similarly high toxicant exposure, according to the results of a study published in Nicotine & Tobacco Research.
For detail: ascopost.com⇨Published Apr 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: asbmb.org
E-cigarettes drive irreversible lung damage via free radicals
Thousands of substances in tobacco cigarettes can cause cancer. In the early 2000s, Chinese pharmacist Hon Lik invented electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, which many believed were a safer alternative to tobacco cigarettes.
For detail: asbmb.org⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: youtube.com
Vaping isn't a good way to quit smoking, study shows
A new study suggests vaping is not a good way to quit smoking traditional cigarettes. Health reporter Stephanie Stahl has the details.
For detail: youtube.com⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: verywellhealth.com
Vaping May Seem Safer Than Cigarette Smoking, but It Still Raises Lung Disease Risk
Chemicals in tobacco smoke can destroy lung tissue, increase mucus, and cause inflammation.
For detail: verywellhealth.com⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: vaping360.com
Guest Editorial: What a Former FDA Insider Gets Wrong About Vaping
I met David Oliveira last year at an industry conference, just as he was wrapping up a six-year run in leadership at the FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products.
For detail: vaping360.com⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: truthinitiative.org
How nicotine replacement therapy can help young adults quit nicotine for good
Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) products – such as nicotine gum, lozenges, or patches – are safe, backed by science, make quitting much more comfortable, and increase chances of successfully quitting for good.
For detail: truthinitiative.org⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Illegal Tobacco Stressing Australian Emergency Responders
As illegal tobacco sales continue to increase across Australia, so too are violent crimes as organized syndicates get more brazen in their push for market share.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Pakistan: Cracking Down on Illegal Sheesha Cafes
In a coordinated move, district administration and police teams in Pakistan conducted surprise raids, shutting down nine sheesha cafes operating illegally in Bahria Town’s Civic Center.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[Ban Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Maldives Sets Generational Tobacco Ban
Maldives’ cabinet implemented a generational tobacco ban for those born on or after January 1, 2007. Under this ban, the sale, purchase, and use of tobacco for those born after the date will be prohibited.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[FED Tobacco]
Source: thefinancialdaily.com
False attacks on tobacco control undermine Pakistanis’ health
Dr. Khalil Ahmad Dogar : The writer is a public health advocate and working as a Program Manager at Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC).
For detail: thefinancialdaily.com⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: telegraph.co.uk
Disposable vapes ban ‘unlikely’ to tackle e-cigarette use
A ban on disposable vapes may have a “limited impact” on the number of people using e-cigarettes, according to researchers.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: news.tuoitre.vn
E-cigarettes still openly used, sold online in Ho Chi Minh City despite ban
E-cigarettes and heated tobacco products remain widely used and openly sold online in Ho Chi Minh City, despite a nationwide ban that took effect on January 1.
For detail: news.tuoitre.vn⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nature.com
Synergistic effect of secondhand smoke and apical periodontitis on lung tissue damage in rats
Apical periodontitis (AP) is a prevalent immunoinflammatory disease affecting adults worldwide, this disease is also often co-occurring with high exposure to cigarette smoke.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: msn.com
Capitola City Council asks staff to draw up filtered tobacco ban
headphone stoped CAPITOLA — More local jurisdictions are buying in to an effort that seeks to eliminate — or at least drastically reduce — the number of half-burned cigarette butts that wind up discarded on local beaches.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
Vaping May Seem Safer Than Cigarette Smoking, but It Still Raises Lung Disease Risk
Vaping may seem safer than smoking cigarettes, but it won’t protect you from lung damage.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: consumeraffairs.com
E-Cigarette use linked to COPD and hypertension in large study
COPD Risk Confirmed: Exclusive e-cigarette use is significantly associated with new cases of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
For detail: consumeraffairs.com⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: brusselstimes.com
Wallonia to launch fourth edition of anti-smoking campaign in May
The fourth edition of the anti-smoking campaign 'Together Towards a New Breath' (EVUNS) will take place throughout May in Wallonia, aligning with the Tobacco-Free Week in Brussels, organisers stated on Wednesday.
For detail: brusselstimes.com⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: bbc.com
Disposable vape use falling in UK ahead of ban
The popularity of disposable e-cigarettes or vapes has fallen ahead of a UK-wide ban on their sale on 1 June, a study suggests.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Apr 16, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: aol.com
Disposable vape use falling in UK ahead of ban
Disposable vapes will no longer be available for sale after 1 June 2025 due to a government ban in the UK [Getty Images] The popularity of disposable e-cigarettes or vapes has fallen ahead of a UK-wide ban on their sale on 1 June, a study has found.
For detail: aol.com⇨Published Apr 15, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: ucl.ac.uk
Rapid rise in vaping in Britain has stalled
The rapid rise of vaping that began when disposable e-cigarettes became popular in 2021 appears to have stalled in Great Britain, according to a new study by UCL researchers.
For detail: ucl.ac.uk⇨Published Apr 15, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: thenationalnews.com
UAE turns to less harmful nicotine products to help smokers quit
Smoking rates remain high in the UAE and Middle East but new smoke-free nicotine alternatives entering the market could be critical to efforts to help people kick the habit.
For detail: thenationalnews.com⇨Published Apr 15, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: technologynetworks.com
E-Cigarette Use Linked to Higher COPD and High Blood Pressure Risk
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For detail: technologynetworks.com⇨Published Apr 15, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: reason.com
Gen Zyn: Nicotine Pouches Help Curb Youth Smoking Rates
As young adults swap cigarettes and vapes for oral nicotine products, policymakers should recognize this shift as harm reduction instead of cracking down on personal choice.
For detail: reason.com⇨Published Apr 15, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: newbritainherald.com
Berlin police release tobacco and e-cigarette compliance results
BERLIN – The Berlin Police Department, working in conjunction with the State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and Tobacco Prevention and Enforcement Program, conducted unannounced compliance inspections of retail establishments within the town that sell tobacco products and/or electronic cigarettes.
For detail: newbritainherald.com⇨Published Apr 15, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: hopkinsmedicine.org
New Analysis Underscores Health Risks of E-Cigarettes
A Johns Hopkins Medicine-led analysis of medical information gathered on a diverse group of almost 250,000 people over four years has significantly clarified the link between the “exclusive” use of e-cigarettes and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), as well as high blood pressure in a sub-group of adults 30 to 70 years of age.
For detail: hopkinsmedicine.org⇨Published Apr 15, 2025
[FED Tobacco]
Source: dailyparliamenttimes.com
False Attacks On Tobacco Control Undermine Pakistanis' Health - Daily Parliament Times
Back in the month of January, I wrote about media stories appearing at the time which not only made unfounded accusations about trusted global health organizations working legally in Pakistan, but which also sought to undermine the evidence-based tobacco control movement which is saving millions of lives around the world.
For detail: dailyparliamenttimes.com⇨Published Apr 15, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: 24newshd.tv
Punjab Assembly passes resolution for imposition of more taxes on tobacco
Stay tuned with 24 News HD Android App The Punjab Assembly on Tuesday passed a resolution with a majority vote for imposition of new taxes on tobacco use.
For detail: 24newshd.tv⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: todaynews.co.uk
Altrincham e-cigarette shop ordered to close after concerns about "offensive or criminal behaviour"
Altrincham E-Cigs, which opened on Regent Road in 2020, was served with a closure order on March 20th by Manchester Magistrates' Court under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014.
For detail: todaynews.co.uk⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: theweek.in
Popcorn lung from vaping: The hidden danger teens need to know
Studies have revealed that vaping has been linked to several serious health issues, including respiratory problems, cardiovascular risks, and nicotine addiction Vaping may seem like a safer alternative to smoking, but behind the clouds of flavoured vapour lies a serious and often overlooked threat- popcorn lung.
For detail: theweek.in⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thenewdaily.com.au
Fire bombings, ram raids leap as tobacco wars go interstate
Fire bombings and ram raids on stores selling illegal cigarettes are surging across Australia as authorities play “a game of Whac-A-Mole” in the lucrative market.
For detail: thenewdaily.com.au⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: theage.com.au
Illegal tobacco wars light up across states as crimes rise in Qld
Fire bombings and ram raids on stores selling illegal cigarettes are spreading into multiple states as governments play a game of “whack-a-mole” on the lucrative market.
For detail: theage.com.au⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: talkingretail.com
Vape Club MD responds to high street shop investigation
Data from a new report reveals the scale of the UK’s illicit vape trade and highlights poor enforcement, which an industry expert considers to be “the real issue” rather than lack of regulation.
For detail: talkingretail.com⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: straitstimes.com
Maldives to phase out smoking with generational ban
MALE - The Maldives will attempt to stamp out smoking across the South Asian luxury tourist archipelago in 2025 with a ban making it illegal for anyone currently under 19 to ever buy cigarettes.
For detail: straitstimes.com⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: statnews.com
Why CDC cuts are being called ‘the greatest gift to tobacco industry in the last half-century’
The Office on Smoking and Health at the CDC is no more, putting state quitlines and national data on youth tobacco use at risk single broken cigarette, broken, seen against a black background.
For detail: statnews.com⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: standard.net.au
Tobacco war could put pressure on emergency departments
Firebombings and ram raids on tobacconists have been increasing as illegal sales ramp up.
For detail: standard.net.au⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: phcc.org.nz
What will the Government’s free vape starter kit programme achieve?
As part of the Government’s plan to achieve the Smokefree 2025 goal, many stop smoking providers are now offering free vape starter kits.
For detail: phcc.org.nz⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: openpr.com
Tobacco Prices Rise! What's Causing the Global Price Trend Increase?
The Tobacco Price Historical Chart for the USA shows a steep increase and significant fluctuations in the final three months of 2024.
For detail: openpr.com⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Nicotine]
Source: openpr.com
Nicotine Pouches Are Taking Over - And the Numbers Don't Lie
The United States is undergoing a significant transformation in its nicotine industry.
For detail: openpr.com⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nrvnews.com
Pulaski County Promotes Tobacco-Free Parklands
Pulaski County Promotes Tobacco-Free ParklandsPulaski County Parks & Recreation has committed to making all its parklands 100% tobacco-free and vape-free, ensuring a clean, healthy, and safe environment for all to enjoy.
For detail: nrvnews.com⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: northweststar.com.au
Tobacco war could put pressure on emergency departments
Firebombings and ram raids on tobacconists have been increasing as illegal sales ramp up.
For detail: northweststar.com.au⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: northerndailyleader.com.au
Tobacco war could put pressure on emergency departments
An increase in violent attacks on tobacconists could put further pressure on overworked emergency departments, a peak medical body warns, as authorities play "whack-a-mole" on the lucrative trade.
For detail: northerndailyleader.com.au⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: londonlovesbusiness.com
UK’s vape market shifts gears as disposable ban approaches
The UK vaping industry is bracing for significant change as the government moves forward with a ban on single-use vapes and tightens regulations across the sector.
For detail: londonlovesbusiness.com⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: lemonde.fr
Staying active in childhood to avoid starting to smoke
A study of young people followed for 13 years shows that moderate to intense physical activity reduces the risk of taking up smoking by 60%.
For detail: lemonde.fr⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: iol.co.za
Surge in vaping among South African teens prompts urgent calls for regulation
As vaping rates among South African teens surge, experts urge the government to urgently enact the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill to prevent a potential national epidemic.
For detail: iol.co.za⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: independentaustralia.net
Tobacco policy hell sets open season for black market
Over the past month, both Four Corners and 60 Minutes have done major investigations into Australia’s $5 billion tobacco black market and the criminal gangs who now dominate the industry.
For detail: independentaustralia.net⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: indailyqld.com.au
Illegal tobacco wars hit Queensland
Fire bombings and ram raids on stores selling illegal cigarettes are spreading into multiple states as governments play a game of “whack-a-mole” on the lucrative market.
For detail: indailyqld.com.au⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: goulburnpost.com.au
Tobacco war could put pressure on emergency departments
An increase in violent attacks on tobacconists could put further pressure on overworked emergency departments, a peak medical body warns, as authorities play "whack-a-mole" on the lucrative trade.
For detail: goulburnpost.com.au⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: filtermag.org
CDC Marijuana Use Report: Edibles, Vaping and Dabbing All on the Rise
A new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report breaks down federal data on cannabis use among thousands of United States adults, finding that while smoking marijuana remains the most common way to consume it, methods such as eating, vaping and dabbing are growing in popularity.
For detail: filtermag.org⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: euractiv.com
MEPs fear pro-industry drift of EU tobacco laws
“Before reopening the legislation, we need guarantees from the EPP on how they plan to approach the issue,” a Renew MEP told Euractiv.
For detail: euractiv.com⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: deshgujarat.com
Passenger Arrested for Smoking E-Cigarette on Flight at Surat Airport
Surat: Dumus Police have arrested an individual for carrying a prohibited e-cigarette on a flight and smoking it during the flight.
For detail: deshgujarat.com⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: corowafreepress.com.au
Illegal tobacco wars infiltrate multiple states
Fire bombings and ram raids on stores selling illegal cigarettes are spreading into multiple states as governments play a game of "whack-a-mole" on the lucrative market.
For detail: corowafreepress.com.au⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: capeargus.co.za
Surge in vaping among South African teens prompts urgent calls for regulation
As vaping rates among South African teens surge, experts urge the government to urgently enact the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill to prevent a potential national epidemic.
For detail: capeargus.co.za⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[TCC Tobacco]
Source: app.com.pk
Multi-stakeholder consultation proposes key amendments to Draft Bill banning E-Cigarettes in KP
PESHAWAR, Apr 14 (APP):A multi-stakeholder consultation on the draft bill prohibiting e-cigarettes and vapes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) proposed critical amendments to strengthen the legislation before its submission to the Health Department.
For detail: app.com.pk⇨Published Apr 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: abcactionnews.com
CVS Health Unveils New Data on the State of Smoking in 2025
Dr. David Fairchild, senior VP and chief medical officer of retail health at CVS Health, joins us to talk about the current state of tobacco use in the United States and resources to help Americans quit.
For detail: abcactionnews.com⇨Published Apr 13, 2025
[WNTD Tobacco]
Source: who.int
World No Tobacco Day event: Exposing lies, protecting lives: Unmask the appeal of tobacco and nicotine products
Ahead of World No Tobacco Day, WHO will host an online event exploring the marketing tricks, design features and strategies that make nicotine and tobacco products appealing, including flavours, which continue to lure children and young people into nicotine addiction.
For detail: who.int⇨Published Apr 13, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: thestar.co.za
Alarm on teen vaping crisis, urgent implementation of Tobacco Control Bill urged
As vaping rates among South African teens surge to alarming levels, public health researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) are calling on the government to urgently enact the Tobacco Products & Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill to curb what they warn could become a full-blown national epidemic.
For detail: thestar.co.za⇨Published Apr 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: theportugalnews.com
Tobacco tax revenue surges in 2025
Portugal has had a 50 percent surge in tobacco tax revenue in the first two months of the year compared to the same period in 2024, according to figures from Jornal das Notícias.
For detail: theportugalnews.com⇨Published Apr 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: see.news
CAPHRA Calls for Review of WHO’s Role in Public Health Policy
A statement by the Coalition of Asia Pacific Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) has raised concerns about the role of the World Health Organization (WHO) in public health policy, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region.
For detail: see.news⇨Published Apr 13, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ndtv.com
Australian Woman Quits Smoking After 30 Years, Says It Changed Her Life And Finances
In a powerful example of how a single decision can transform lives, an Australian woman has revealed how quitting cigarettes after more than three decades not only boosted her health but also saved her thousands of dollars, the New York Post reported.
For detail: ndtv.com⇨Published Apr 13, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: detroitnews.com
Warren wants to help residents with the disposal of e-cigarettes
At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, council Secretary Mindy Moore shared an anecdote about a resident who had trouble disposing of an e-cigarette he found on his lawn.
For detail: detroitnews.com⇨Published Apr 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: dailymail.co.uk
Era of 'criminal enterprise' feared by MPs and campaigners ahead of disposable vapes ban - as it emerged only 80 staff have been recruited to enforce it
The 'woefully inadequate' number of new recruits hired to enforce the disposable vapes ban will lead to a 'new era of criminal enterprise', MPs and campaigners have warned.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk⇨Published Apr 13, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: connectgujarat.com
Illegal e-cigarette trade busted by SOG Ahmedabad, premium vape products seized
A significant cache of illegal disposable e-cigarettes was seized by a team of the Special Operation Group (SOG) of Crime during a raid in Naroda, Ahmedabad, following a delayed yet crucial complaint from a local informant.
For detail: connectgujarat.com⇨Published Apr 12, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: tbsnews.net
Govt bans import of e-cigarette, e-nicotine delivery systems
This move aims to protect public health by curbing the availability of these potentially harmful products in the market The government has announced a ban on the import of all e-cigarettes and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) products.
For detail: tbsnews.net⇨Published Apr 12, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: reflector.com
Vape detectors to be installed in high schools: New devices capable of sensing THC
Vape detectors to be installed at local high schools also will be programmed to identify THC, a school official said this week.
For detail: reflector.com⇨Published Apr 12, 2025
[FED Tobacco]
Source: pakobserver.net
Exposing tobacco industry misinformation
BACK in the month of January, I wrote about media stories appearing at the time which not only made unfounded accusations about trusted global health organizations working legally in Pakistan, but which also sought to undermine the evidence-based tobacco control movement which is saving millions of lives around the world.
For detail: pakobserver.net⇨Published Apr 12, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ndtvprofit.com
700 Kg Banned Tobacco Products Seized After Raid At Supermarket In Kerala
The contraband was found stacked in several gunny bags and stored in a shed adjacent to the supermarket.
For detail: ndtvprofit.com⇨Published Apr 12, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nature.com
Degradation capability of Acinetobacter indicus LXX12 on tobacco straw and its whole genome analysis
A high-efficiency tobacco straw-degrading strain, Acinetobacter indicus LXX12, was isolated from tobacco-planting soil in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Apr 12, 2025
[Smoking NCD]
Source: nature.com
The interplay of physical activity and smoking with metabolic syndrome and its components in the STEPS survey
Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a cluster of metabolic disorders associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Apr 12, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: natchezdemocrat.com
New state law puts small smoke, vape shops at risk
HB 916, signed into law by Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves on March 20, will soon require all tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and vapes, to be regulated on a state-level registry in order to be legally sold in the state.
For detail: natchezdemocrat.com⇨Published Apr 12, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: johnogroat-journal.co.uk
What Caithness shop owners need to know about the impending single-use vape ban
Highland Council’s Trading Standards (HCTS) team is informing Caithness shop owners that from June 1, the sale and supply of single-use vapes will be banned across the UK.
For detail: johnogroat-journal.co.uk⇨Published Apr 12, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: daijiworld.com
US teen diagnosed with popcorn lung after years of vaping in secret
Nevada, Apr 12: In what serves as a grim warning to young vapers across the United States, a 17-year-old cheerleader from Nevada has been diagnosed with a rare and irreversible lung disease known as popcorn lung, medically termed bronchiolitis obliterans.
For detail: daijiworld.com⇨Published Apr 12, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: bbc.com
Tamper-proof vapes to curb deliberate prison fires
Firefighters were called to dozens of blazes in West Yorkshire prisons in the past 12 months, with fire bosses claiming "inventive" prisoners were using vapes to start fires so they could move cells.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: yourherefordshire.co.uk
NEWS
West Mercia Police have confirmed that a vape was seized from an 11-year-old child in Malvern on Thursday evening.
For detail: yourherefordshire.co.uk⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Punjab to Get Strict With Public Smoking Ban
Pakistan’s Prohibition of Smoking Ordinance 2002 outlawed smoking in public, but the law was rarely enforced.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Two New Webinars for Tobacco Researchers
“Techniques for Successful Applied Tobacco Field Research” will be held April 15 at 1 p.m. CET. In its description, CORESTA said, “Tobacco research spans multiple disciplines, each requiring specialized knowledge and protocols.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Tax Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Australia: Smoking Costs Increasing Burden on Low-Income Households
Disadvantaged households have higher rates of smoking, putting pressure on their household budgets, University of Queensland researchers have found.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: northeastnow.com
Youth vaping surges in Saskatchewan as province lags on tabacco reform
Saskatchewan is falling behind in efforts to reduce tobacco use and youth vaping, prompting renewed calls for stronger public health policies and provincial action.
For detail: northeastnow.com⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
Is vaping killing us slowly?
In 2003, we saw the arrival of an innovative product—the electronic cigarette.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: moneyandbanking.co.th
DE moves forward to crack down on e-cigarette platforms, shutting down over 10,000 URLs
DE continues to block “e-cigarette” platforms, exceeding 10,000 URLs, emphasizing that people who buy, sell, or possess them will face severe penalties, both imprisonment and fines.
For detail: moneyandbanking.co.th⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: meadowlakenow.com
Youth vaping surges in Saskatchewan as province lags on tabacco reform
Saskatchewan is falling behind in efforts to reduce tobacco use and youth vaping, prompting renewed calls for stronger public health policies and provincial action.
For detail: meadowlakenow.com⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: malvernobserver.co.uk
Police urge parents to highlight dangers of vaping after 11-year-old caught in Malvern
PARENTS in Malvern are being urged to educate their children on the dangers of vaping after a device was seized by police from an 11-year-old child.
For detail: malvernobserver.co.uk⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: lawyer-monthly.com
Texas Bans Vape Ads Near Schools to Fight Rising Youth E-Cigarette Use
Texas lawmakers have had enough. With vaping becoming more common among students even in middle schools, the state Senate just passed a set of new laws designed to cut off access, stop aggressive marketing, and protect kids from getting addicted to nicotine before they even hit high school.
For detail: lawyer-monthly.com⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: labelsandlabeling.com
Parkside expands global tobacco team
Flexible packaging specialist Parkside has created a new global tobacco team, positioning itself at the forefront of tobacco packaging after a series of strategic investments in its innovation capabilities.
For detail: labelsandlabeling.com⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: finance.yahoo.com
3 Reasons Investors Love Philip Morris (PM)
In a sliding market, Philip Morris has defied the odds, trading up to $152.02 per share. Its 26.6% gain since October 2024 has outpaced the S&P 500’s 9.9% drop.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: energeticcity.ca
Vaping revealed as biggest cause of suspensions at Fort St. John school
According to North Peace Secondary School’s (NPSS) Framework for Enhanced Learning 2024-25, vaping represented 39.
For detail: energeticcity.ca⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: darientimes.com
Enfield bans use of tobacco, cannabis, vape products on town property
ENFIELD — Members of the Town Council voted unanimously Monday to ban the use of tobacco, cannabis and vape products on town-owned property in an effort to prevent residents and visitors from being exposed to secondhand smoke.
For detail: darientimes.com⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: cspdailynews.com
The Time Is Now to Reform the FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products
After a few months of relative quiet when the Trump administration took office, there have been significant developments at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) since Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F.
For detail: cspdailynews.com⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: business-review.eu
Philip Morris International releases integrated report detailing progress towards its smoke-free vision
PMI has released its sixth annual Integrated Report, marking the company’s 10th year of business transformation and sustainability disclosures.
For detail: business-review.eu⇨Published Apr 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bbc.com
Police raid barbers and vape shops suspected of being fronts for crime gangs
Police officers smash through the back doors of a bright, modern barber shop in the market town of Shrewsbury.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: wsvn.com
China floods US markets with millions of illegal vapes, Florida sees surge in popularity, officials say
WEST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - China has been flooding U.S. markets with millions of illegal vapes, and they’re especially popular in the state of Florida, officials said.
For detail: wsvn.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wbznewsradio.iheart.com
Retailers Decry Proposed Generational Ban On Tobacco and Nicotine Products
MANSFIELD, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — The town of Mansfield plans on advancing several controversial bylaws limiting access to tobacco and nicotine products for particular age groups.
For detail: wbznewsradio.iheart.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: vapingpost.com
Censored Voices, Ignored Science: The Fight for Evidence-Based Tobacco Harm Reduction
The upcoming COP11 meeting is viewed as a pivotal moment for reinforcing national sovereignty in tobacco control.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: uq.edu.au
More support needed to reduce high smoking burden in low-income households
Disadvantaged households have higher rates of smoking, putting pressure on household budgets.
For detail: uq.edu.au⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: tribuneindia.com
How e-cigarettes may be making it harder to quit vaping
An anti-vaping group has cited international studies that showed individuals who indulge in vaping find it harder to stop smoking and urged the country's youth to resist the propaganda on vapes being promoted as gateway devices to quit cigarettes.
For detail: tribuneindia.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Hungary’s Fight Against Illicit Cigarettes
Hungary’s National Tax and Revenue Authority (NAV) said it recorded significant successes in the fight against the illegal tobacco market last year.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Pouch Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Webinar on EU Vape and Pouch Regs Announced
Keller and Heckman LLP announced a webinar titled “Update on EU Regulations of E-Vapor and Nicotine Pouches,” that will be hosted by tobacco and e-vapor practice partner Ales Bartl and moderated by partner Azim Chowdhury.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thewellnews.com
Leadership Change at FDA’s Tobacco Center Signals Turbulent Times for US Vapor Policy
A sign for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is displayed outside their offices in Silver Spring, Maryland, Dec.
For detail: thewellnews.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: theweek.in
Mothers Against Vaping' urges youth to resist propaganda on vaping as smoking cessation aidPTI Updated: April 10, 2025 14:53 IST
New Delhi, Apr 10 (PTI) An anti-vaping group has cited international studies that showed individuals who indulge in vaping find it harder to stop smoking and urged the country's youth to resist the propaganda on vapes being promoted as gateway devices to quit cigarettes.
For detail: theweek.in⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: theinvestor.co.kr
‘Heat-not-burn’: Philip Morris’ smoke-free push takes shape at Korean plant
Packs of Sentia, Philip Morris International's tobacco stick brand, are conveyed on an assembly line at a manufacturing plant in Yangsan, South Gyeongsang Province.
For detail: theinvestor.co.kr⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: theguardian.com
Penny Mordaunt takes job advising one of the world’s largest tobacco firms
Former Tory leadership contender, who abstained on a vote on a smoking ban last year, will work for British American Tobacco on ‘harm reduction’ Penny Mordaunt has taken on a new job advising one of the world’s biggest tobacco companies on “harm reduction”.
For detail: theguardian.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: theadvocate.com
Quitting smoking is possible, with empathy, support and the right resources.
Quitting smoking is possible, with empathy, support and the right resources.
For detail: theadvocate.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: rollcall.com
In Sweden, a focus on smokeless tobacco
Jesper Karlsson, a Moderate Party member of Sweden's parliament, has advocated for the concept of tobacco harm reduction in the Riksdag.
For detail: rollcall.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: pagesix.com
Disheveled Sean Penn puffs on cigarette during dinner with daughter at swanky LA hotspot
Sean Penn appeared very disheveled while taking a smoke break at a swanky celebrity hotspot in Los Angeles.
For detail: pagesix.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: msn.com
Teen vaping remains prominent in northcentral Wisconsin despite efforts
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Despite prevention efforts on local and state levels, a Public Health Educator from the Marathon County Health Department says levels of vaping remain similar in the area.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: kstp.com
Court blocks company from selling highlighter-shaped vapes in Minnesota
These images of Highlight Vapes were included in a lawsuit accusing the products' manufacturer of deceptive marketing practices.
For detail: kstp.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: koreajoongangdaily.joins.com
Tobacco plant tour highlights Philip Morris Korea's 'smoke-free future' ambitions
The tour of Philip Morris Korea's Yangsan manufacturing plant didn't require much explanation, as the olfactory and visual impressions told the story with the thick scent of tobacco leaves followed by an intensive mint fragrance as the leaves are turned into small heated tobacco sticks.
For detail: koreajoongangdaily.joins.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: kimt.com
Ellison wins ban on sale of vapes that look like highlighters
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison filed a lawsuit in January that accused High Light Vapes of intentionally advertising its products as a “stealthy” and “disguise[d]” way to have “seamless and covert vaping in any setting,” due to their “striking resemblance to actual highlighters.
For detail: kimt.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: irishtimes.com
No ‘smoking gun’ proving Lisa Smith did anything for Islamic State, lawyer argues in appeal
Lisa Smith pictured at the Criminal Courts of Justice on Thursday, where she is appealing against her conviction for being a member of the so-called Islamic State.
For detail: irishtimes.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: hometownsource.com
Sherburne County explores ways to curb tobacco use
Four Big Lake High School students who are involved in the EPIC student group participated in a tobacco workshop at the Sherburne County Board of Commissioners meeting recently.
For detail: hometownsource.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: herald.co.zw
Local tobacco funding surge may mask offshore influence
Local tobacco funding surge may mask offshore influenceLeading the pack is Stanbic Bank, with a contribution of US$415 million While the 2024/25 tobacco season has seen a significant US$632.
For detail: herald.co.zw⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: hackernoon.com
So Are Vapes Making a Comeback Under the Trump Administration?
The direction of federal vapor product regulation in the U.S. hangs in the balance. Vaping's Emergence Coincides with Record Low Smoking Rates.
For detail: hackernoon.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: fox9.com
Company selling vapes disguised as highlighters banned in MN
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - A judge has ordered a company that sells vapes disguised as highlighters to stop doing business in Minnesota after a lawsuit brought by the state attorney general.
For detail: fox9.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[COPD Tobacco]
Source: finance.yahoo.com
Philip Morris International (PM) Contributed to Andvari Associates’ Q1 Performance
Andvari Associates, an investment management firm, released its first-quarter 2025 investor letter.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: filtermag.org
Smear Tactics Against THR Advocates Reflected in NZ Media Ruling
Tobacco harm reduction (THR) advocates don’t just face misinformation in the form of false and misleading claims about safer nicotine products.
For detail: filtermag.org⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: bwhealthcareworld.com
Vaping Makes Quitting Smoking Harder, Say Global Studies Backed By Mothers Against Vaping
Recent global studies have dismantled the widespread belief that vaping helps people quit smoking.
For detail: bwhealthcareworld.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: alreporter.com
House Ways and Means Committee passes bill to tax vape products
On Wednesday, the Alabama House Ways and Means General Fund Committee passed HB529, introduced by state Rep.
For detail: alreporter.com⇨Published Apr 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: 13newsnow.com
Burn victim sends warning after vape explodes in his pocket
Like many content publishers, we provide online advertising services that use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your device and online activity on our sites, apps and other online services.
For detail: 13newsnow.com⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
FDA Whistleblower Dishes on Agency’s Shortfalls
David Oliveira, who recently left the FDA after six years as a senior staffer, is speaking out about problems at the agency under the Biden administration, including tobacco control, diversity, equity and inclusion, and failures to combat China flooding the U.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Opinion: Washington Flavor Laws ‘Kicking the Can Down the Road’
This week, after previous renditions seemed dead in the water, Washington legislators slipped twin bills into the House and Senate that would impose a statewide flavor ban on tobacco products and add a carbon tax on cigarettes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thewire.in
Philip Morris International Releases Integrated Report Detailing Progress Towards Its Smoke-Free Vision
Despite lawsuits and intimidation tactics, we persist with your support. Contribute as little as ₹ 200 a month and become a champion of free press in India.
For detail: thewire.in⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: smokefreepartnership.eu
Harm Reduction
The German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) has released a new paper exploring the growing use of the term harm reduction by the tobacco and e-cigarette industry.
For detail: smokefreepartnership.eu⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: sarawaktribune.com
Sarawak’s fight against smoking and illicit cigarettes
THE illegal tobacco trade has long been a persistent problem in Sarawak, with regular enforcement actions uncovering millions of ringgit worth of contraband.
For detail: sarawaktribune.com⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nature.com
Tobacco smoking and the risk of aortic dissection in the UK Biobank and a meta-analysis of prospective studies
Tobacco smoking is thought to increase risk of aortic dissection, however, few prospective studies have been published on the association to date and little is known about the effect of smoking cessation on risk of aortic dissection.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[COPD Vaping]
Source: msn.com
Mum's warning after daughter, 17, develops 'popcorn lung' from vaping
Brianne Cullen was just 14 when she started vaping in secret, hiding the habit from her mum as she struggled with anxiety when returning to school after the Coronavirus lockdown.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
Cigarettes Could Be Banned for Gen Z Under New Proposal
Nevada could become the first state in the U.S. to impose a generational ban on cigarette sales under a proposal introduced in the state Legislature.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: miamiherald.com
China’s dangerous vapes were on display in Miami-Dade — it’s time to crack down
This past weekend, thousands of unregulated, untested and unapproved flavored vape products were on display at the Alternative Products Expo in Wynwood.
For detail: miamiherald.com⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: medicalxpress.com
The cost of tobacco is hitting disadvantaged households in Australia the hardest
Disadvantaged households have higher rates of smoking, putting pressure on their household budgets, University of Queensland research has found.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: kevinmd.com
Doctors don’t need yoga, they need time to smoke
Walking through the expo floor at yet another health care technology conference, I couldn’t help but feel like I was in some weird mix between a tech convention and a futuristic farmers’ market.
For detail: kevinmd.com⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: indexbox.io
Australia's Tobacco Market Expected to Grow at 2.6% CAGR, Reaching 63B Units by 2035
IndexBox has just published a new report: Australia - Cigarettes Containing Tobacco - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights.
For detail: indexbox.io⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: dentistry.co.uk
Smoking, vaping and oral health: all you need to know
Smoking and oral health With new bans on smoking and disposable vapes set to take effect this year, we take a look at what dental professionals need to know about the impact of both habits on oral health.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: cspdailynews.com
New York City Files Lawsuit Against 9 Disposable E-Cigarette Distributors
New York City on Monday filed a federal lawsuit against nine of the largest nationwide distributors of disposable e-cigarettes.
For detail: cspdailynews.com⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: bkreader.com
E-Cigarette Distributors Accused of Illegal Sales in NYC Lawsuit
New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Monday said the city is suing nine of the largest nationwide distributors of disposable e-cigarettes.
For detail: bkreader.com⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: bhbusiness.com
Nicotine, Smoking Cessation Company Jones Raises $9M
The New York City-based digital nicotine cessation company offers a nicotine lozenge delivery service and an AI-powered app that includes supportive content, progress tracking and connections to a community of Jones users.
For detail: bhbusiness.com⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: aol.com
NC bans tobacco in schools. The law may expand to cover vaping and hemp gummies
Vape cartridges of Delta 8 THC are displayed on shelves behind the counter in Cannabliss Dispensary, on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, in Chapel Hill, N.
For detail: aol.com⇨Published Apr 09, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: airqualitynews.com
Health benefits of public housing smoking ban evaluated
Research in America has found that a 2018 ban on smoking in public housing led to a fall in hospitalisations for cardiovascular problems.
For detail: airqualitynews.com⇨Published Apr 08, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Tobacco Bootleggers, Police Becoming More Creative
Tobacco bootleggers are becoming more inventive in their methods of storing and transporting goods, and thus, police and enforcement officials are adapting in the ways they catch them.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 08, 2025
[Flavors Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Washington Lawmakers Take Another Shot at Banning Flavors
Efforts to ban flavored tobacco products in the state of Washington were revived Monday (April 7), as a bill to do so got a House committee hearing after the effort was previously assumed dead.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 08, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: straitstimes.com
Young smokers in S-E Asia are giving up cigarettes for vapes and heated tobacco products
KUALA LUMPUR – Young people in South-east Asia are moving away from smoking cigarettes and towards vaping and heated tobacco products (HTPs) instead, a survey has found.
For detail: straitstimes.com⇨Published Apr 08, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: redlakenationnews.com
Attorney General Ellison wins court order banning sales of vapes disguised as highlighters
Florida company High Light Vapes to stop doing business in Minnesota or pay $50K penalty in settlement of AG's January 2025 lawsuit A promotional photo for High Light Vapes, which illustrates how closely they mimic highlighters.
For detail: redlakenationnews.com⇨Published Apr 08, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: pattayamail.com
Public survey ranks e-cigarette suppression most satisfying policy
The results were announced by Prime Minister’s Office Minister Jiraporn Sindhuprai, who said the crackdown remains a key priority for the government.
For detail: pattayamail.com⇨Published Apr 08, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nbcrightnow.com
New Washington bill targets nicotine pouches with expanded tax plan
OLYMPIA, Wash. – A new bill to expand the taxation of nicotine products is moving through the Washington State Legislature.
For detail: nbcrightnow.com⇨Published Apr 08, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: msn.com
Public housing smoking ban can reduce heart attacks and strokes
A paper, "Evaluation of Federally Mandated Smoke-Free Housing Policy and Health Outcomes Among Adults Over the Age of 50 in Low-Income, Public Housing in New York City, 2015-2022," published in Nicotine & Tobacco Research finds that a 2018 U.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Apr 08, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ilcn.org
Smoking Cessation in Lung Cancer Screening: The Latest Randomized Controlled Trial Evidence
The SCALE trials aim to uncover key elements of successful smoking cessation programs by evaluating various intervention combinations.
For detail: ilcn.org⇨Published Apr 08, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: filtermag.org
New Initiative Takes Aim at Tobacco Harm Reduction Misinformation
For many years, tobacco harm reduction advocates have had to contend with waves of misinformation about safer nicotine products, constantly emanating from media, academia, nonprofits, and governmental or international agencies.
For detail: filtermag.org⇨Published Apr 08, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: csnews.com
FDA's Crackdown on Flavored Vapor Products Survives Supreme Court Challenge
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) ruled unanimously in favor of the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) pushback on flavored e-cigarette products on April 2.
For detail: csnews.com⇨Published Apr 08, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: brusselstimes.com
Buddy Deal' to quit smoking together launched in Belgium
Buddy Deal' to quit smoking together launched in Belgium Participants commit to not smoking for at least a month, supported by a friend, family member, or colleague who motivates them and promises a small reward if they succeed.
For detail: brusselstimes.com⇨Published Apr 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: today.ucsd.edu
Addressing Tobacco Use in California’s Native American Communities
A UC San Diego-led study assessed the impact of culturally tailored tobacco use prevention initiatives Native American man, woman, and children at a powwow wearing traditional dance garments at a powwow in Lodgepole, Montana.
For detail: today.ucsd.edu⇨Published Apr 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thestandard.com.hk
E-cigarette ban triggers tax revenue decline, smoker rights group warns
A smoker rights advocacy group warned that a further ban on alternative tobacco products could result in lost tax revenue, suggesting reintegrating them into sales regulations and imposing reasonable taxes.
For detail: thestandard.com.hk⇨Published Apr 07, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: theconversation.com
Australia’s innovative new policies are designed to cut smoking rates
Janet Hoek receives (or has received) funding from the Health Research Council of New Zealand, Royal Society Marsden Fund, NZ Cancer Society and NZ Heart Foundation.
For detail: theconversation.com⇨Published Apr 07, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: rnz.co.nz
Vaping research finds e-cigarette vapour kills lung cells
Associate Professor Kelly Burrows from Auckland University's Bio Engineering Institute is heading up a study into the long-term health effects of vaping.
For detail: rnz.co.nz⇨Published Apr 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: rcp.ac.uk
RCP responds to polling revealing public support for action tackling tobacco, unhealthy food and alcohol use
The RCP has responded to polling from The Health Foundation and Ipsos revealing public support for the government taking action to tackle tobacco, unhealthy food and alcohol use: 73% of the public support extending the indoor smoking ban to specific outside spaces to protect children and vulnerable people, including playgrounds, outside schools and hospitals.
For detail: rcp.ac.uk⇨Published Apr 07, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: molawyersmedia.com
Supreme Court upholds FDA’s regulation of e-cigarette flavorings
The Food & Drug Administration did not act arbitrarily or capriciously when it denied manufacturers’ premarket tobacco product applications for e-liquids for open-system e-cigarettes with flavor offerings including “Killer Kustard Blueberry,” “Rainbow Road,” “Iced Blackberry Lemonade,” “Pineapple Express,” “Suicide Bunny Mother’s Milk and Cookies” and “Blueberry Parfait,” a unanimous Supreme Court has ruled in reversing a decision from the 5th Circuit.
For detail: molawyersmedia.com⇨Published Apr 07, 2025
[WNTD Tobacco]
Source: mg.co.za
The lies behind the e-cigarette industry’s claims about reducing smoking
There has been an uptick in sponsored content from the tobacco and vaping industry claiming that the decline in smoking rates in South Africa can be attributed to “alternative tobacco-free nicotine products”.
For detail: mg.co.za⇨Published Apr 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: euroweeklynews.com
Cigarette prices go up in Spain this weekend
As of this weekend, several popular cigarette brands have gone up in price. The increase came into effect on Saturday, April 5, following a resolution published in the Boletín Oficial del Estado (BOE), Spain’s official state bulletin.
For detail: euroweeklynews.com⇨Published Apr 07, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: bbc.com
Pub bans garden smoking after government backdown
Simon Jones/BBC Landlord of The Hope Inn John Garrod holding a chalk board sign outside his pub which reads 'No Smoking at the Hope please'.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Apr 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ahajournals.org
Predicting Cardiovascular Risk With Use of Various Tobacco Products
It is well recognized that cigarette smoking is a major cause of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.
For detail: ahajournals.org⇨Published Apr 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: vapingpost.com
When Regulation Backfires
In an era where evidence-based policymaking should guide public health interventions, we are witnessing the unintended fallout of restrictive, and at times misguided, vaping regulations.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Apr 06, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: pattayamail.com
Thai government extends e-cigarette suppression as seizures surge
BANGKOK, Thailand – The government has extended its nationwide campaign to curb the use and distribution of e-cigarettes, following the conclusion of a 30-day directive issued by Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra.
For detail: pattayamail.com⇨Published Apr 06, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: newsbook.com.mt
Man cleared in contraband cigarette case due to lack of knowledge
A 53-year-old man from Ħal Qormi, Samuel Camilleri, has been cleared of all charges in a contraband cigarette case, as the court determined that there was not enough evidence to establish that he knew he was carrying illegal items.
For detail: newsbook.com.mt⇨Published Apr 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nbcrightnow.com
New WA bill targets flavored tobacco to fight youth vaping epidemic, public hearing scheduled April 7
OLYMPIA, Wash. – A new legislative measure in Olympia that seeks to prohibit the sale of flavored tobacco and nicotine products gets its first public hearing, Monday, April 7.
For detail: nbcrightnow.com⇨Published Apr 06, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: labroots.com
How Smoking Affects DNA to Cause Certain Cancers
There is plenty of evidence to show that smoking cigarettes increases the risk of cancer and other health problems, and that drinking alcohol also raises cancer risk.
For detail: labroots.com⇨Published Apr 06, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: bbc.com
Overnight pub fire sparked by discarded cigarette
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service A pub garden showing two covered areas against a wall. The wall is blackened at the top and the roof and trellis of the building on the right is blackened.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Apr 05, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: wtvbam.com
Parent vaping education session rescheduled for April 17 at Coldwater High School
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – A presentation for Coldwater High School and Legg Middle School parents on vaping that had to be postponed last month will now be held Thursday, April 17 at 6:00 p.
For detail: wtvbam.com⇨Published Apr 05, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: trendhunter.com
HabitHalo's Quit Vaping App Presents an Alternative to Quitting
HabitHalo has introduced a novel approach to nicotine cessation with its Quit Vaping App. Delivering a data-driven alternative to traditional quit methods, the application provides comprehensive tracking and behavioral modification tools for $9.99.
For detail: trendhunter.com⇨Published Apr 05, 2025
[COPD Tobacco]
Source: leadership.ng
10 Years After, Nigeria Fails To Enforce Tobacco Control Act
Ten years after signing the National Tobacco Control Act, the federal government has yet to implement the law.
For detail: leadership.ng⇨Published Apr 05, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: goodmenproject.com
Does Using E-Cigarettes Boost Cancer Risk?
E-cigarette use, including vaping, is often seen as a safer and trendier alternative to traditional tobacco products.
For detail: goodmenproject.com⇨Published Apr 05, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: berkshireeagle.com
Word of the Week: Vaping. So cool — and so very dangerous
What do all these have in common: Mom’s Pistachio, Pineapple Express, Cotton Candy, Baja Slushie and Killer Kustard? They are all flavors of vaping e-cigarettes.
For detail: berkshireeagle.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: wibw.com
Detecting Vapes: Examining strategies schools are using to try to stop teen vaping
(InvestigateTV) — Tobacco use among U.S. middle and high schoolers recently hit a 25-year low, according to the 2024 National Youth Tobacco Survey.
For detail: wibw.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: vaping360.com
Tariffs on Chinese Vapes Will Hit 79%
Vaping products imported from China will soon be subject to a 79 percent tariff rate after the Trump administration announced Wednesday it would add a nearly across-the-board 34 percent tariff on Chinese imports.
For detail: vaping360.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: sydney.edu.au
Menthol cigarettes have been banned in Australia: here's why
Images shows three hands - one is an adults hands taking blood from a finger prick test to measure on a blood sugar checking device also pictured.
For detail: sydney.edu.au⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: straitstimes.com
HSA investigating woman filmed vaping in train; anaesthetic found in vape pod at her home
SINGAPORE – A woman is assisting the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) with investigations after a video of her vaping on an MRT train was posted online in March.
For detail: straitstimes.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: sherwood.news
Tobacco stocks stay lit as Wall Street tumbles
Companies that sell cigarettes and other nicotine products some Wall Street traders may be abusing today are up amid a broader market meltdown over President Trump’s tariff announcement.
For detail: sherwood.news⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nbcnews.com
HHS gutted programs to help people quit smoking. The impact could be deadly.
Smoking rates in the United States are at historic lows and fewer people are dying from tobacco-related lung cancer — in part because the federal government has pumped millions of dollars into research and attention-grabbing anti-smoking campaigns, as well as resources to help smokers quit.
For detail: nbcnews.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nature.com
A blood- and brain-based EWAS of smoking
DNA methylation offers an objective method to assess the impact of smoking. In this work, we conduct a Bayesian EWAS of smoking pack years (n = 17,865, ~850k sites, Illumina EPIC array) and extend it by analysing whole genome data of smokers and non-smokers from Generation Scotland (n = 46, ~4–21 million sites via TWIST and Oxford Nanopore sequencing).
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: mid-day.com
Mumbai Police seize illegal e-cigarettes worth Rs 22.55 lakh; three people arrested
The raid was conducted on March 29 on Arif Mansuri & Sons located in Bara Imam Road (Chor Bazaar) in the Don Taki area of Mumbai.
For detail: mid-day.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: medpagetoday.com
CDC's Office of Smoking and Health Eliminated
The CDC's Office on Smoking and Healthopens in a new tab or window (OSH) was eliminated in its entirety during the mass layoffsopens in a new tab or window at HHS this week, sources told MedPage Today.
For detail: medpagetoday.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: machronicle.com
Clearing the Smoke: Confronting Realities of Quitting Vaping
7.8% of high schoolers—over 1.2 million students— used e-cigarettes in 2024. Within this group is an overlooked subset: those who are trying to quit.
For detail: machronicle.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: investors.com
British Amer Tobacco ADR Earns Relative Strength Rating Upgrade
On Friday, British Amer Tobacco ADR (BTI) got a positive adjustment to its Relative Strength (RS) Rating, from 90 to 94.
For detail: investors.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: investing.com
IQOS heated tobacco system expands in Austin
AUSTIN - Philip Morris International’s U.S. affiliate, PMI U.S.
For detail: investing.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: fingerlakes1.com
Supreme Court backs FDA ban on flavored vapes: What next?
In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court has upheld the FDA’s authority to deny flavored e-cigarette products, delivering a regulatory win aimed at protecting public health—especially among minors.
For detail: fingerlakes1.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: filtermag.org
Why Are Smoking Rates Rising in Parts of England?
Smoking rates have gone up in parts of England, according to new research—something that hadn’t been seen in almost 20 years.
For detail: filtermag.org⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: fastcompany.com
Vapes aren’t just for smoking anymore—now they’re digital toys
Experts have long worried that nicotine vapes appeal to minors with flavors like Cotton Candy and Blue Razz, along with bright candy-colored designs.
For detail: fastcompany.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: environewsnigeria.com
Philippines expresses alarm over rising adult tobacco, vape use
The Philippines’ Department of Health (DOH) on Friday, April 4, 2025, expressed alarm over the increasing prevalence of adult tobacco and vape use, highlighting that the country continues to battle nicotine addiction.
For detail: environewsnigeria.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: channelnewsasia.com
HSA raids home of woman seen vaping on MRT train
SINGAPORE: A woman who was seen in a video vaping on an MRT train has had her home raided after she was identified by the Health Sciences Authority (HSA).
For detail: channelnewsasia.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: britannica.com
Smoking and health
Within this culture there was little room for opposition to tobacco, except in the privately financed publications of such antismoking cranks as the American industrialist Henry Ford and in the hysterical whims of the German leader Adolf Hitler—although the latter’s state-sanctioned attack on the people’s habit did lead to some pioneering work on the links between smoking and cancer.
For detail: britannica.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bilyonaryo.com
99% sablay: Senator dismayed by low conviction rate for cigarette smugglers
A lawmaker is urging law enforcement agencies to intensify their crackdown on the illegal tobacco trade in the country.
For detail: bilyonaryo.com⇨Published Apr 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bbc.com
Illegal vaping and tobacco items worth £394k seized
PA Media A close up view of a vape product as someone exhales after using it. White mist can be seen around the vape and the person's mouth.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: vapingpost.com
Vaping and Pregnancy: Science, Misinformation, and the Quest for Truth
The safety of vaping during pregnancy is a widely debated topic, with experts holding conflicting views.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: vaping360.com
Vape Companies vs FDA: Appeals and Legal Actions
This article is an attempt to list all of the companies challenging the FDA’s Marketing Denial Orders (MDOs) in court, and to follow up on additional actions, including motions, stays, and decisions.
For detail: vaping360.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Maldives Proposing Generational Ban on Tobacco
During a podcast hosted by his office, Maldives President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu said that he is considering three proposals for a “generation ban” on tobacco, aiming to prevent younger generations from smoking.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: supplychainbrain.com
Watch: Changes and Innovation in the Tobacco Supply Chain
Paulo Saath, global head of leaf operations at JTI, describes the current challenges facing the tobacco supply chain, and how the industry is evolving in its relations with farmers.
For detail: supplychainbrain.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: statnews.com
What FDA cuts could mean for the future of tobacco
The tobacco center at the Food and Drug Administration has drawn criticism from all sides in recent years.
For detail: statnews.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: statnews.com
HHS cuts leave future of mental health, substance use hotlines uncertain
A red telephone against sits against a yellow background off the hook. -- health coverage from STAT Hotlines that have fielded millions of calls from people — including new mothers — looking for mental health support or to quit smoking are in limbo after federal officials fired the workers who oversaw them.
For detail: statnews.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: southtahoenow.com
Vaping a growing issue across the county, including South Lake Tahoe schools
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Vaping has been an issue in South Lake Tahoe schools for several years, but the problem is growing and is a big concern for school staff and law enforcement, and one they must deal with daily.
For detail: southtahoenow.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Smoking FCTC]
Source: shine.cn
Harnessing people's inertia and nudging your way to tame outdoor smoking
If we hate passive smoking, we probably will prefer an outright ban to simple moralization, forgetting that something in the middle may well work wonders in certain contexts.
For detail: shine.cn⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: scmp.com
Hong Kong authorities ‘very concerned’ after 2 students caught smoking, vaping
Hong Kong education authorities have raised concerns over two online posts showing two secondary school students, dressed in their uniforms, smoking and vaping.
For detail: scmp.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: publichealth.jhu.edu
“Discreet” and “Convenient”: How Oral Nicotine Pouch Ads Appeal to the Youth Market
A recent study led by researchers in the Department of Health, Behavior and Society (HBS) at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health analyzes the latest marketing trends for oral nicotine pouches from the tobacco industry, finding an emphasis on promoting flavors, an increase in the use of convenience and discretion as key marketing features, and a decrease in highlighting pouches as “smoke-free” or “tobacco-free.
For detail: publichealth.jhu.edu⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: pmi.com
Philip Morris International celebrates a decade of progress with 2024 Integrated Report
The release showcases our smoke-free journey, business transformation, and key sustainability achievements—giving CEO Jacek Olczak “profound optimism” for the future.
For detail: pmi.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: news-medical.net
Late-starters in vaping reach high usage levels more rapidly
A new study has found that young vapers in the United States who begin using e-cigarettes after graduating from secondary/high school are likely to progress rapidly to frequent use.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: news.northeastern.edu
Can urban planning curb smoking? Northeastern researchers explore the link between policy and public health
OAKLAND, Calif. — The work may not be glamorous, but Northeastern University health sciences major Saron Dereje hopes that counting cigarette butts around apartment buildings will lead to changes that keep kids in the buildings healthy.
For detail: news.northeastern.edu⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: medicalxpress.com
Older teens who start vaping post-high school risk rapid progress to frequent use, study finds
A new study has found that young vapers in the United States who begin using e-cigarettes after graduating from secondary/high school are likely to progress rapidly to frequent use.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: leaderadvertiser.com
Vaping makes dangerous inroads with students
The Public Health Cigarette Smoking Act was passed in 1970. One of the driving forces behind this act was reducing the impact of advertising on youth by diminishing the visibility of things like cigarettes.
For detail: leaderadvertiser.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: indiatoday.in
US Supreme Court rejects ruling against FDA on flavored vape ban
The U.S. Supreme Court overturned a lower court ruling against the FDA, upholding its decision to deny flavored vape product approvals.
For detail: indiatoday.in⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: igeekphone.com
E-cigarette culture around the world: multinational sentiment
While some countries have embraced e-cigarettes as a harm reduction tool or smoking cessation aid, others have imposed strict regulations or outright bans.
For detail: igeekphone.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: hongkongfp.com
Hong Kong aims to ban e-cigarette smoking in public from 2026, fruit shisha ban within 2 years
Hong Kong is aiming to bar residents from possessing or smoking e-cigarettes in public from the second quarter of next year, in a move that will eventually ban their use even in private, according to local media reports.
For detail: hongkongfp.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: healio.com
Smoking cessation, reduction efforts prevent 3.8 million lung cancer deaths since 1970
Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on Lung Cancer.
For detail: healio.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: evrimagaci.org
Australia's Tobacco War Fuels Black Market Crisis
Australia is currently facing a significant challenge as soaring cigarette prices are igniting what experts are calling a "tobacco war.
For detail: evrimagaci.org⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: edition.mv
Proposals on Generation Ban on tobacco, decision pending expert opinion
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has said that he is considering three proposals for a 'Generation Ban' on tobacco, aiming to prevent younger generations from smoking.
For detail: edition.mv⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: edatv.news
How Vaping Will Change with the New Law
In recent years, electronic cigarettes and vaping products have evolved from being a novel alternative to becoming a mass consumption trend globally.
For detail: edatv.news⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: dakotanewsnow.com
Anti-vaping messages delivered to students on Take Down Tobacco Day
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The ‘Breaking the Clouds’ vape-free initiative hosted an event for students at Anne Sullivan Elementary School for Take Down Tobacco Day on Tuesday.
For detail: dakotanewsnow.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: blueandgreentomorrow.com
Clearing the Air: Youth Vaping and its Impact on the Ozone Layer
There are growing concerns about ozone pollution. A lot of issues contribute to this problem and vaping is one of them.
For detail: blueandgreentomorrow.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bbc.com
Large haul of illegal tobacco seized in raids
North East Lincolnshire Council Rows of shelves filled with illicit tobacco products which have been seized by trading standards.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Apr 03, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: apnews.com
Supreme Court sides with the FDA in its dispute over sweet-flavored vaping products
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled for the Food and Drug Administration in its crackdown on sweet-flavored vaping products following a surge in teen electronic cigarette use.
For detail: apnews.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: washingtonpost.com
Supreme Court upholds FDA’s rejection of fruit-flavored vape liquids
Companies had sued the FDA, saying it unfairly shifted its standards for approving e-cigarette liquids popular with teens.
For detail: washingtonpost.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: usnews.com
FDA Removes Top Expert on Vaping and Tobacco
WEDNESDAY, April 2, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) top tobacco regulator, Brian King, has been placed on leave as part of a large wave of cuts across federal health agencies.
For detail: usnews.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: usatoday.com
Supreme Court sides against makers of flavored vapes that are popular with teenagers
WASHINGTON − The Supreme Court on Wednesday unanimously overturned a lower court’s decision that the Food and Drug Administration incorrectly blocked companies from selling fruit- and candy-flavored vaping products.
For detail: usatoday.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: usatoday.com
Smoking was already becoming 'cool' again. Then, Trump ousted the FDA's tobacco chief.
Smoking already seemed to be making a comeback in pop culture.
For detail: usatoday.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: upi.com
U.S. Supreme Court backs up FDA rejection of marketing flavored vapes to youth
A pedestrian passes a tobacco and vaping store in Washington, D.C. (2020). The U.S.
For detail: upi.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Belgium Tobacco Display Ban Goes into Effect
Belgium’s new laws to limit the visibility of cigarettes and other nicotine products, with the hope of curbing impulse purchases, went into effect yesterday (April 1).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[FDA Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Supreme Court Favors FDA in Flavor Battle
Today (April 2), the Supreme Court unanimously overturned a lower court’s decision that the U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Sources: Big Changes for Hong Kong Tobacco Laws in 2026
Last year, Hong Kong’s Special Administrative Region government proposed 10 tobacco control measures that prompted backlash from businesses and smokers alike.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: sydney.edu.au
Tobacco excise revenue has tanked
It's a diabolical problem for the government, whose public health policy has long relied on increasing tobacco excise duty as its primary tool to reduce smoking.
For detail: sydney.edu.au⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: rmoutlook.com
Supreme Court sides with the FDA in its dispute over sweet-flavored vaping products
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled for the Food and Drug Administration in its crackdown on sweet-flavored vaping products following a surge in teen electronic cigarette use.
For detail: rmoutlook.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: reuters.com
US Supreme Court largely backs FDA's denial of flavored vape product applications
Item 1 of 2 Anes Saleh, owner of Sultans' Smoke, reaches for products at his store in Arvada, Colorado, U.
For detail: reuters.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: pubs.acs.org
Unveiling Oral Health Impacts of Vaping in African Americans through Untargeted Metabolomics and Proteomics
This summary highlights only some of the key features and terms of the actual license. It is not a license and has no legal value.
For detail: pubs.acs.org⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: pennstatehealthnews.org
Q&A: Effective interventions and policies to reduce tobacco-caused harm
Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed a new rule to limit nicotine in cigarettes and certain other tobacco products, like cigars and pipe tobacco, bringing nicotine down to minimal or nonaddictive levels.
For detail: pennstatehealthnews.org⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nytimes.com
Supreme Court Rules Against Makers of Flavored Vapes Popular With Teens
The justices handed a win, for now, to the Food and Drug Administration in its rejection of applications from makers of flavored liquids used in e-cigarettes.
For detail: nytimes.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[FDA Cigarette]
Source: nypost.com
Supreme Court rules in favor of FDA in flavored vapes dispute
The U.S. Supreme Court threw out on Wednesday a judicial decision that found the U.S.
For detail: nypost.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: nypost.com
Australia to add graphic health warning labels to individual cigarettes
Aussie smokers will be reminded of the consequences of the harmful habit beyond the packaging, with the introduction of new warning labels on individual cigarette sticks.
For detail: nypost.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: ntd.com
Supreme Court Rules 9–0 for FDA in Lawsuit Over Flavored Vapes
The U.S. Supreme Court on April 2 unanimously threw out a lower court decision finding that the Food and Drug Administration had broken the law when it denied two companies permission to sell flavored vape products.
For detail: ntd.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: nltimes.nl
Just under 185,000 illegal vapes were seized in the first quarter of the year
Almost 185,000 illegal electronic cigarettes and liquids were seized in January, February, and March.
For detail: nltimes.nl⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: newsweek.com
Supreme Court Rebukes Flavored Vape Makers in Unanimous Ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday overturned a lower-court ruling that had found the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) acted unlawfully in denying two electronic cigarette companies permission to sell flavored vaping products, which regulators view as a health risk to young people.
For detail: newsweek.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: news.bloomberglaw.com
Justices Side With FDA on E-Cigarettes in New Fifth Circuit Snub
The US Supreme Court unanimously sided with the Food and Drug Administration in a high-stakes battle over flavored e-cigarettes.
For detail: news.bloomberglaw.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: nbcnews.com
Supreme Court rules for the FDA in flavored vapes dispute
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Wednesday handed a win to the Food and Drug Administration over its refusal to approve flavored e-cigarettes.
For detail: nbcnews.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: medicalxpress.com
US Supreme Court upholds ban on some e-cigarette flavors
The US Supreme Court ruled unanimously Wednesday that health authorities acted properly when they blocked e-cigarette companies from marketing fruit- and dessert-flavored flavors.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: medicaldialogues.in
Menthol in E-Cigarettes during pregnancy May Harm Developing Babies, suggests study
Research suggests that menthol, a common flavor chemical in electronic cigarettes, could pose risks to fetal development.
For detail: medicaldialogues.in⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: lowyinstitute.org
With 121 million smokers,Southeast Asia should turnto AI to help quit the habit
Southeast Asia bears one of the world’s highest burdens of tobacco-related illnesses and economic losses.
For detail: lowyinstitute.org⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: law360.com
Supreme Court Backs FDA Block Of Flavored Vapes
The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday overruled a determination that the U.S.
For detail: law360.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: ksl.com
The Supreme Court overturned a decision against the FDA's flavored vape ban.
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court threw out on Wednesday a judicial decision that found the U.
For detail: ksl.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: gvwire.com
Supreme Court Sides With the FDA in Its Dispute Over Sweet-Flavored Vaping Products
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled for the Food and Drug Administration in its crackdown on sweet-flavored vaping products following a surge in teen electronic cigarette use.
For detail: gvwire.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: fox17.com
Tenn. vape tax bill moves forward, sparking debate between youth health and small business
State lawmakers are moving one step closer to placing a new tax on some vape products with regulations passing the Tennessee Senate Monday afternoon and expected to be in the House today.
For detail: fox17.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: euronews.com
Belgium bans display of tobacco products in shops
The European Union has just taken a step towards deregulating New Genomic Techniques used for the improvement of agricultural plants.
For detail: euronews.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: edweek.org
Federal Efforts Have Curbed Teen Vaping. Will the Recent Cuts Change That?
Federal efforts that have successfully driven down rates of youth vaping in recent years may be in peril after dramatic staffing cuts at the U.S.
For detail: edweek.org⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: edition.cnn.com
Supreme Court backs FDA’s denials of flavored vaping products for now
The Supreme Court on Wednesday backed a series of decisions by the US Food and Drug Administration to deny market access for flavored vaping products in a rare win for government regulators that may limit access to those products across the nation.
For detail: edition.cnn.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: dimsumdaily.hk
Secondary school female student spotted holding unlit cigarette and lighter next to full vottle of South Korean Soju
2nd April 2025 – (Hong Kong) Recent images circulating on social media have sparked significant concern regarding the behaviour of secondary school students.
For detail: dimsumdaily.hk⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: courthousenews.com
FDA prevails in Supreme Court feud over flavored vapes
In this April 23, 2014, file photo, a man smokes an electronic cigarette in Chicago.
For detail: courthousenews.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: cleveland.com
Nicotine salts are the newest vaping threat, emulating menthol’s smoothing effect to encourage addiction: Prince Pempton
A woman using a vaping device exhales a puff of smoke in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, in this 2019 file photo.
For detail: cleveland.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: cleveland.com
Parma Heights continues moratorium on vaping/e-cigarette businesses
Vape District is located at 6420 Pearl Road in Parma Heights “There was a six-month moratorium in place that expired very recently, which is why we put in another six-month moratorium,” Mayor Marie Gallo said.
For detail: cleveland.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: cato.org
Pharmaceutical Drug Regulation and Mortality: Evidence from Electronic Cigarettes
Market forces drive innovation in pharmaceuticals, and pharmaceuticals significantly enhance longevity and quality of life.
For detail: cato.org⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: cambridge.org
Effects of vaping on physical and mental health in at-risk populations (VAPE): mixed-methods study of motivations for and perspectives on vaping in patients with opioid use disorder
Vaping is increasing in popularity. Vape products are offered in a wide variety and promise to reduce harms associated with cigarette smoking, among other claims.
For detail: cambridge.org⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: bbc.com
The generation that has never known smoke-filled pubs
BBC Jenny has long dark hair and is wearing a striped jumper.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Apr 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: asianews.network
Retailers stop displaying smoking products across Malaysia
The Federation of Sundry Goods Merchants Associations of Malaysia president, Hong Chee Meng, said its grocery store members nationwide have complied with the Health Ministry’s directive by either removing cigarettes from display shelves or covering the cabinets with cloth.
For detail: asianews.network⇨Published Apr 01, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: washingtonstatestandard.com
Proposed ban on flavored tobacco products is revived in WA Legislature
Democratic lawmakers have revamped their approach to banning flavored tobacco products in Washington.
For detail: washingtonstatestandard.com⇨Published Apr 01, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: vaping360.com
Brian King Out at FDA Tobacco Center
Brian King has been removed as director of the FDA Center for Tobacco Products (CTP), the FDA office responsible for regulation of tobacco and nicotine products, including vapes.
For detail: vaping360.com⇨Published Apr 01, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thevibes.com
Ban on displaying cigarette products comes into force today
This measure is in line with the newly enforced Smoking Control for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852), which aims to regulate the sale and promotion of tobacco products and e-cigarettes in the country.
For detail: thevibes.com⇨Published Apr 01, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: rnz.co.nz
Has tobacco tax hit its limit?
A pack of 25 cigarettes now costs just under $50 with tax up to 80 percent of the cost.
For detail: rnz.co.nz⇨Published Apr 01, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: rnz.co.nz
Has tobacco tax hit its limit?
A pack of 25 cigarettes now costs just under $50 with tax up to 80 percent of the cost.
For detail: rnz.co.nz⇨Published Apr 01, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: kdrtv.co.ke
Can Vaping or smoking cause Oral Cancer?
KDRTV News -Minneapolis- Many youths and adults who use vape are at a higher risk of having health complications related to the chemicals associated with the contents used to manufacture the vape liquids.
For detail: kdrtv.co.ke⇨Published Apr 01, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: healthcentral.com
Double Whammy: Smoking and Obesity’s Impact on MS
Health care experts have long known that smoking and obesity increase the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS).
For detail: healthcentral.com⇨Published Apr 01, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: finance.yahoo.com
Philip Morris pursues smoke-free ambitions in the US
Seth Kaufman became Philip Morris International's U.S. chief commercial officer on March 31.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com⇨Published Apr 01, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: cspdailynews.com
FDA Reassigns Center for Tobacco Products Director Brian King Amid Mass HHS Layoffs
The Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) Director Brian King has been removed from his position and offered reassignment to the Indian Health Service, according to an Associated Press (AP) report.
For detail: cspdailynews.com⇨Published Apr 01, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: csnews.com
FDA's Center for Tobacco Products Sees Staff Cuts
SILVER SPRING, Md. — Movement on tobacco regulation could be up in the air as layoffs hit the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
For detail: csnews.com⇨Published Apr 01, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: apnews.com
FDA tobacco official is removed from post in latest blow to health agency’s leadership
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration’s chief tobacco regulator was removed from his post Tuesday, part of sweeping cuts to the federal health workforce that have cleared out many of the nation’s top experts overseeing food, drugs, vaccines and products containing nicotine.
For detail: apnews.com⇨Published Apr 01, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: abc.net.au
New laws banning menthol cigarettes and demanding individual warnings kick in
New legislation designed to reduce smoking rates comes into effect today, but there's a three-month grace period.
For detail: abc.net.au⇨Published Apr 01, 2025
[Smoking Tobacco]
Source: 9news.com.au
Cannot be avoided': Grim warnings to be printed on every cigarette from today
Australia will become the second country in the world after Canada to print grim warnings on every single cigarette. The move is one of a raft of new laws surrounding smoking and vaping starting today.
For detail: 9news.com.auNews Excerpts of March-2025
⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: yahoo.com
Tennessee bill to add 10% tax, ban on certain vape products nears final Senate vote
A bill that would impose a state tax of up to 10% on vape products – a higher rate than tobacco – and effectively ban sale of many vape products in the state by requiring application for FDA approval before products are sold is headed for a final Senate vote this week.
For detail: yahoo.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Leaked EU Document Calls for “Substantial” Taxes on Nicotine Pouches
According to The Vaping Post, a confidential European Commission (EC) document, leaked by Snusjournalen, has revealed a contentious plan to impose a substantial EU-wide tax increase on nicotine pouches (NPs).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Malaysia: Could Kenaf Replace Tobacco?
Anti-tobacco advocate Datuk K. Koris Atan is urging the Malaysian government to help the smoking rate in the country by getting tobacco farmers to switch to growing kenaf instead.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[FDA Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Senate Confirms New FDA Commissioner
Last week the U.S. Senate confirmed former Johns Hopkins surgeon and professor Dr. Marty Makary to lead the U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
CAPHRA Urges COP11 Attendees to Shift View on Harm Reduction
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) today (March 31) urged global tobacco control policymakers to abandon outdated prohibitionist approaches and embrace harm reduction strategies grounded in science.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: theconversation.com
Menthol cigarettes will be banned from April 1. Here’s why
Becky Freeman is an expert advisor to the Cancer Council tobacco issues committee and a member of the Cancer Institute vaping communications advisory panel.
For detail: theconversation.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[NCD Vaping]
Source: royalgazette.com
Vape flavours and trans fats on government hit list
Legislation to ban industrially produced trans fats is expected to be introduced during this legislative session while the Government also plans to progress restrictions on flavoured vaping products, MPs heard.
For detail: royalgazette.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: reuters.com
Big Tobacco targets Trump in hope - and fear - of change
Vape pens are pictured on a counter at a vape store, in Melbourne, Australia, May 2, 2023.
For detail: reuters.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[COPD Tobacco]
Source: psu.edu
Q&A: Effective interventions and policies to reduce tobacco-caused harm
HERSHEY, Pa. — Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed a new rule to limit nicotine in cigarettes and certain other tobacco products, like cigars and pipe tobacco, bringing nicotine down to minimal or nonaddictive levels.
For detail: psu.edu⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nature.com
The complexity of tobacco smoke-induced mutagenesis in head and neck cancer
Tobacco smoke, alone or combined with alcohol, is the predominant cause of head and neck cancer (HNC). We explore how tobacco exposure contributes to cancer development by mutational signature analysis of 265 whole-genome sequenced HNC samples from eight countries.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: medicalxpress.com
Big Tobacco resorts to old tricks in campaign against UK's historic Tobacco and Vapes Bill
The Tobacco Control Research Group (TCRG) at the University of Bath has published the first study examining tobacco and nicotine industry submissions on the 2023/24 Tobacco and Vapes Bill, introduced by the Conservative government.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Snus Tobacco]
Source: medicalxpress.com
White snus: Why 'tobacco free' doesn't mean risk free
A habit that is worrying health authorities in Sweden where increasing numbers of teenagers are taking what's known as "snus" is also concerning football authorities in England where one-fifth of professional players are regularly indulging because they say it improves their game.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: medicalxpress.com
No evidence quit smoking treatments increase risk of major birth defects
Pregnant women can be reassured that quit-smoking medicines such as nicotine patches and varenicline do not increase the risk of major birth defects in babies, according to new research from the National Drug and Alcohol Research Center (NDARC), UNSW Sydney.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: malaysiagazette.com
Vape is targeting our young ones
ELECTRONICS cigarettes, commonly known as vapes, have become a device used by some members of society as an alternative to traditional cigarettes.
For detail: malaysiagazette.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: kxnet.com
Legacy High School to hold carnival to promote tobacco prevention
BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — Legacy High School’s Stop the Cloud organization will be hosting a carnival to promote tobacco prevention on high school campuses.
For detail: kxnet.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: kvue.com
Texans sound off on proposed tougher rules for e-cigarettes
Lawmakers in the Senate State Affairs Committee heard from everyday Texans, some of whom drove hours to give lawmakers their two cents on four bills related to e-cigarettes.
For detail: kvue.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: kobi5.com
Teen advocates, cancer survivors to lobby for flavored tobacco ban
SALEM, Ore. — Cancer survivors, patients and teen advocates will converge on the Oregon State Capitol on April 1 for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network’s annual Cancer Action Day.
For detail: kobi5.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: itv.com
Girl ‘nearly died’ after inhaling vape spiked with zombie drug spice
Police have warned some vaping liquids that are advertised online as containing cannabis oil are being replaced with spice because it’s cheaper, ITV News Social Affairs correspondent Sarah Corker reports Children as young as 13 have been hospitalised after using vapes spiked with dangerous drugs like spice and fentanyl.
For detail: itv.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: investing.com
Philip Morris’ heated tobacco device IQOS goes on sale in Texas
© Reuters. FILE PHOTO: The charger and the holder (top) of the electric tobacco heating system IQOS of cigarette maker Philip Morris Switzerland are displayed after a news conference in Bern, Switzerland November 19, 2019.
For detail: investing.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: hippocraticpost.com
Tobacco and Vapes Bill
Tobacco and Vapes Tobacco and Vapes Bill: CIEH welcomes progress of historic legislation which could protect future generations from the harms of smoking.
For detail: hippocraticpost.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: grandviewindependent.com
On the agenda: tobacco and sewer moratoriums, street sweeping, and healthy retail
Richmond Police Department and Code Enforcement Officers conducted a series of inspections of local tobacco retailers, resulting in a substantial drug seizure.
For detail: grandviewindependent.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: euractiv.com
Belgium bans display of tobacco in shops amid wave of anti-smoking laws
News Based on facts, either observed and verified directly by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources.
For detail: euractiv.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: ctvnews.ca
Study reveals risks of vaping menthol during pregnancy on fetal development
A new study suggests vaping menthol-flavoured e-cigarettes during pregnancy could negatively affect the development of unborn children.
For detail: ctvnews.ca⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: cspdailynews.com
PMI Launches Iqos in Austin, Texas
Philip Morris International (PMI) has started selling the cigarette maker’s heated tobacco device Iqos in Austin, Texas, to further its smoking alternatives in the United States.
For detail: cspdailynews.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: bvibeacon.com
Smoking, vaping crackdown coming
Cigarette packs sold in the Virgin Islands may soon be required to carry graphic labels along with warnings like the ones pictured above under an amendment the House of Assembly passed Monday.
For detail: bvibeacon.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: bbc.com
Pregnant smokers get support to save babies' lives
Getty Images A close-up of a pregnant woman's round belly in a blue and white striped top.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 31, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: bangkokpost.com
Chinese arrested for sales of e-cigs and zombie-vape
Police arrested three Chinese, two men and a woman, in a sting operation in Pattaya and seized vape-pens and zombie-vape liquid from the suspects, who allegedly admitted to sales worth 2 million baht a day.
For detail: bangkokpost.com⇨Published Mar 30, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: thenews.com.pk
Seth Rogen shares funny story related to heavy smoking habit
During a chat on The Howard Stern Show on March 26, the Superbad star opened up about his cannabis habits, admitting there was one place on Earth where he had to put the joint down, Singapore.
For detail: thenews.com.pk⇨Published Mar 30, 2025
[WNTD FCTC NCD Tobacco]
Source: highlandpost.com
Catapulting funding crisis into opportunity by getting on track to end TB and tobacco use
The funding crises forced upon by the US government on several low- and middle-income countries is an opportunity in disguise to improve programme efficiency and outcome and invest optimally in health and development responses from domestic coffers.
For detail: highlandpost.com⇨Published Mar 30, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: globaltimes.cn
Shanghai's 'wandering smoking' control efforts receive thumbs up among netizens
One of the first 100 "demonstration outdoor smoking areas" in Shanghai was put into use on a plaza outside a shopping mall in Qibao town, Minhang district in Shanghai on April 5, 2023.
For detail: globaltimes.cn⇨Published Mar 30, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: forbes.com
Meet The Startup That Makes Quitting Cigarettes, Vaping And Zyn Cool
New York-based Jones just raised $10 million to expand its nicotine lozenge company in the stodgy, $3 billion smoking cessation market.
For detail: forbes.com⇨Published Mar 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bbc.com
Shop gets closure order over illegal tobacco sales
Number 7 Bank Street, Melksham, previously the Milksham Vape and Shop, was ordered to close for three months in December following a number of complaints, several seizures of illegal tobacco and vapes, plus test purchases of illegal products.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tbsnews.net
Raising tobacco taxes: The push must be stronger
Increasing tobacco taxes is a globally recognised and effective strategy for strengthening tobacco control.
For detail: tbsnews.net⇨Published Mar 29, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: ptinews.com
Three held in south Mumbai with banned e-cigarettes worth Rs 22.55 lakh
MUMBAI: (Mar 29) Three persons were arrested in south Mumbai for allegedly trading in banned e-cigarettes, a police official said on Saturday.
For detail: ptinews.com⇨Published Mar 29, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: news4sanantonio.com
Flushed vapes costs thousands in damage for Northside ISD
{p}{ }“Vaping devices are not allowed in our schools,” Barry Perez the assistant superintendent for communications with Northside ISD said.
For detail: news4sanantonio.com⇨Published Mar 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ksl.com
Officials support the ruling, citing advocacy from youth and public health concerns.
SALT LAKE CITY — A federal judge upheld a ban on the sale of flavored e-cigarette products across the state on Monday.
For detail: ksl.com⇨Published Mar 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: binance.com
Guangxi Tobacco Collaborates with Public Security Department to Eradicate Criminal Gang Involved in Illegal Virtual Currency Tobacco Transactions, Amounting to 28,625 USDT
PANews March 29 news, according to Tobacco Online, the Guangxi Liuzhou Tobacco Monopoly Bureau, in cooperation with the Public Security Department, successfully eradicated a criminal gang that used virtual currency Tether (USDT) for illegal tobacco transactions.
For detail: binance.com⇨Published Mar 28, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: yourstory.com
Malaysian states ban cigarettes' open display
The move is in line with the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852), which prohibits point-of-sale display of smoking products at eateries and retail stores.
For detail: yourstory.com⇨Published Mar 28, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: ynetnews.com
E-cigarettes as addictive as traditional cigarettes, study finds
A Canadian study found that dual users of regular and e-cigarettes showed similar addiction levels to exclusive e-cigarette users, while non-smokers who vape reported lower dependence — though nicotine products still caused notable addiction Or Hadar|03.28.
For detail: ynetnews.com⇨Published Mar 28, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: thehindu.com
Vaping is not an approved way to quit smoking, it is in fact, far more harmful
A 20 mg/ml vape, with 40 mg of nicotine is the equivalent of smoking one or two packs of 20 cigarettes.
For detail: thehindu.com⇨Published Mar 28, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: theconversation.com
White snus: why ‘tobacco free’ doesn’t mean risk free
Rosaria Galanti receives funding from Karolinska Institutet; University of Novara (IT); for teaching and research collaborations Alma Larsdotter Zweygberg does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
For detail: theconversation.com⇨Published Mar 28, 2025
[Excise Tobacco]
Source: theconversation.com
Tobacco excise revenue has tanked amid a booming black market. That’s a diabolical problem for the government
The authors do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and have disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
For detail: theconversation.com⇨Published Mar 28, 2025
[FED Tobacco]
Source: nltimes.nl
Illegal vape shop behind shooting of father, son on Rotterdam balcony
An illegal vape shop is allegedly behind the shooting of a Rotterdam man and his 15-year-old son on their own balcony earlier this week.
For detail: nltimes.nl⇨Published Mar 28, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: newstrail.com
An In-Depth Look at the Global E-cigarette And Vape Market: Size, Share, and Growth by 2032
An extensive elaboration of the e-cigarette and vape market 2025 analysis on business strategy taken up by key and emerging industry players and delivers know-how of the current market development, landscape, technologies, drivers, opportunities, market viewpoint, and status.
For detail: newstrail.com⇨Published Mar 28, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nature.com
Regulation of craving and underlying resting-state neural circuitry predict hazard of smoking lapse
Among individuals with substance use disorders, clinical outcomes may be improved by identifying brain-behavior models that predict drug re/lapse vulnerabilities such as the ability to regulate drug cravings and inhibit drug use.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Mar 28, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: medicalxpress.com
Oral contraceptives and smoking shown to impact steroid hormone levels in healthy adults
Steroid hormones and donors clustered by group and sex. Credit: Science Advances (2025). DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Mar 28, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: mdanderson.org
Negative effects of vaping on teens
When e-cigarettes were first sold, many claimed users would be adult smokers who wanted to stop smoking regular cigarettes.
For detail: mdanderson.org⇨Published Mar 28, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: ladbible.com
Man who quit vaping revealed one major benefit he experienced after going cold turkey
Man who quit vaping revealed one major benefit he experienced after going cold turkeyMan who quit vaping revealed one major benefit he experienced after going cold turkey Nick admitted he 'completely forgot' the grim side effect was even a thing once he finally quit vaping.
For detail: ladbible.com⇨Published Mar 28, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: edition.mv
Generation Ban on smoking and tobacco use to be introduced
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced plans to introduce a generation ban to prevent youth in Maldives from taking up smoking and to reduce tobacco use in society.
For detail: edition.mv⇨Published Mar 28, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: dutchnews.nl
Illegal vape traders shot by irate neighbour in balcony “shop”
A father and his 15-year-old son are seriously ill in hospital, after allegedly being shot at by an angry neighbour who objected to the illegal vape trade the two conducted from their balcony.
For detail: dutchnews.nl⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[FED Vaping]
Source: zmescience.com
This Tamagotchi Vape Dies If You Don’t Keep Puffing
This event at New York University isn’t like other hackathons.
For detail: zmescience.com⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: youtube.com
Tobacco Harm Reduction: The Truth About Vaping and Smoking
Let’s dive into the science of tobacco harm reduction. We explore how vaping products may play a role in helping smokers quit, the dangers of dual use, and the potential public health benefits of a clean break from combustible cigarettes.
For detail: youtube.com⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: youtube.com
What Is Tobacco Harm Reduction?
Join us for an insightful conversation with the esteemed Dr. Delon Human, a globally recognized public health advocate, medical doctor, and expert in tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: youtube.com⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: sunlive.co.nz
Vaping fails to curb teen smoking, study shows
Between now and June, a flurry of new vaping laws will take effect, including the ban on disposable vapes.
For detail: sunlive.co.nz⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: scmp.com
Thailand offers cash rewards for reporting e-cigarette use amid vaping crackdown
Thailand has launched an initiative offering cash rewards for reporting e-cigarette use.
For detail: scmp.com⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: reuters.com
Philip Morris' heated tobacco device IQOS goes on sale in Texas
A woman poses with a cigarette in front of Philip Morris International logo in this illustration taken July 26, 2022.
For detail: reuters.com⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: newsinfo.inquirer.net
Alternative smoking methods may reduce carcinogen exposure, expert says
MANILA, Philippines – A leading French oncologist said alternative smoking methods could reduce the body’s exposure to carcinogens as he pushed for harm reduction strategies in tobacco control.
For detail: newsinfo.inquirer.net⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ndtv.com
Man Caught Smoking During Proceeding On Video Call, Delhi Court Seeks Explanation
When the court asked the applicant about his misconduct, he left the video call, and his counsel also left the court after taking the next date.
For detail: ndtv.com⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: medicalxpress.com
Pregnant women advised to avoid mentholated e-cigarettes
Graphical abstract. Credit: Stem Cells Translational Medicine (2024). DOI: 10.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: manilastandard.net
Expert expects smoking alternatives to have positive impact on public health
French oncologist David Khayat said modern smoking alternatives can help improve public health by reducing smokers’ exposure to cancer-causing substances.
For detail: manilastandard.net⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: linkedin.com
The Impact of Social Media on Youth Vaping: Understanding the Link and Its Implications
Top 1% Health & Wellness Professional on Linkedin. Expert in both conventional medicine & complementary medicine.
For detail: linkedin.com⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: goexpress.co.za
Pupils becoming hooked early as vaping on rise
East London primary school pupils, some as young as grade 4, are vaping — even on school grounds — leaving teachers battling nicotine-fueled behavioural issues and a growing addiction crisis.
For detail: goexpress.co.za⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: finance.yahoo.com
French Restrictions on Safer Alternatives Trap Millions in Smoking, Report Warns
STOCKHOLM, March 27, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--France’s restrictive stance on safer alternatives to cigarettes threatens to derail efforts to reduce the deadly toll of tobacco, according to major new research by international health experts.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: brusselstimes.com
Tobacco products can no longer be displayed in shops
Illustration picture shows cigarettes and tobacco in a newspaper shop, in Brussels, Friday 25 November 2016. Credit: Belga / Eric Lalmand Starting 1 April, tobacco products can no longer be displayed at points of sale according to an amendment to the consumer health protection law of 24 January 1977.
For detail: brusselstimes.com⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com
Smoking impairs cognitive function through the mediating effect of periodontitis in older adults
Evidence has shown that both smoking and periodontitis were linked to cognitive impairment. This study examines whether periodontitis mediates the effects of smoking status on cognitive function in older adults.
For detail: bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com⇨Published Mar 27, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: bbc.com
Some children vaping in class, say teachers
Members of the NASUWT teaching union said toilets and plumbing had been damaged by pupils disposing of vapes in school School pupils are unable to concentrate because of the effects of nicotine and some are even vaping in class, according to teachers.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wsj.com
Imperial Brands to Remain Focused on Tobacco Core Markets to Drive Growth
Imperial Brands plans to invest in the U.S., Germany, U.K., Spain and Australia, its major tobacco markets.
For detail: wsj.com⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: vir.com.vn
Thailand steps up crackdown on online e-cigarette smuggling
Bangkok - Thailand's Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DES) has blocked over 9,500 URLs linked to e-cigarette sales over the past year.
For detail: vir.com.vn⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: trustednewsug.com
Uganda Tobacco Taxation Coalition Tasks Gov’t to Strengthen Action Against Tobacco Industry Interference and Illicit Trade
The Uganda Tobacco Taxation Coalition (UTTC), a coalition of seven public health organizations, has called on the government to take immediate and decisive action to curb the growing threat posed by the tobacco industry.
For detail: trustednewsug.com⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Bulgarian Cigarette Prices Set to Rise for Second Time in 2025
Starting on May 1, the price of cigarettes in Bulgaria will rise by 40 to 50 stotinki (22 to 28 cents) per pack.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Lebanon to Adopt WHO FCTC Policies
Lebanon’s Ministry of Public Health joined with leaders from the World Health Organization to announce the “Tobacco Control Investment Case Study in Lebanon,” which says the country could avert more than $400 million in economic losses and save up to 40,000 lives over the next 15 years by implementing several key tobacco control policies recommended by the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
House Reps Calling for Crackdown on Illicit Chinese E-Cigs
According to CSP Daily News, U.S. Reps. Dusty Johnson (R-South Dakota), Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar (R-Michigan) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Illinois) sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Attorney General Pam Bondi and Food and Drug Administration Acting Commissioner Sara Brenner urging the Trump Administration to take action on the influx of unauthorized Chinese-made e-cigarettes and vapes sold in America.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Utah E-Cigarette Bill Gets Favorable Ruling
Utah’s Electronic Cigarettes Amendments bill, which was signed into law last March, can finally be enacted after U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: thedailytimes.com
Be Aware Blount hosts vaping talk
Shanon Adame shanon.adame@thedailytimes.com Mar 26, 2025 Vaping was the subject of discussion at Truth About Vapes, held Tuesday evening at the Blount County Library.
For detail: thedailytimes.com⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: sltrib.com
Nearly all vapes outlawed in Utah after judge lets ban take effect
(Chris Samuels | The Salt Lake Tribune) A group protests S.B. 61, a proposed bill that would ban the use of flavored vape products, outside the House of Representatives at the Capitol in Salt Lake City, Tuesday, Feb.
For detail: sltrib.com⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: scoop.co.nz
Vapes Fail To Curb Smoking Habits Among Teens, New Study Finds
The rise of teen vaping in New Zealand has not been the magic bullet to stub out cigarettes, new evidence shows.
For detail: scoop.co.nz⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: news-medical.net
Maternal obesity and smoking influence children’s obesity risk as teenagers or adults
A study finds that factors beyond a person's control, like socioeconomic status and whether their mom smoked or was obese, can influence whether they are overweight or obese as teenagers or adults.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nature.com
Quantum physical analysis of caffeine and nicotine in CCL4 and DMSO solvent using density functional theory
This work used the 6-311++G(d, p) basis set in the DFT/B3LYP and DFT/CAM-B3LYP technique to build the molecular structures of the nicotine and caffeine molecules.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: kolotv.com
Vape pens laced with fentanyl, MDMA confiscated from Douglas High School
MINDEN, Nev. (KOLO) - Vape pens laced with THC, MDMA, fentanyl, and other opioids have been confiscated from Douglas High School, the Douglas County School District announced Wednesday.
For detail: kolotv.com⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: insidegovernment.co.nz
Vaping fails to curb teen smoking, study finds
New research has shown the rise of teen vaping in New Zealand has had little to no impact on the rate of decline in daily smoking among 14 to 15-year-olds.
For detail: insidegovernment.co.nz⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: fox47news.com
Charlotte district leaders address vaping problems and efforts for solutions
But, Charlotte Superintendent Mandy Stewart tells me vaping at the high school is causing students not to focus in class.
For detail: fox47news.com⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bbc.com
Shops ordered to close for selling illegal tobacco
Google The exterior of Zabka's off-licence.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 26, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: abc.net.au
How Australia's fight with big tobacco fuelled a black market
Locked in a showdown with big tobacco, then-prime minister Julia Gillard took to the airwaves one early morning in 2011 and threw down the gauntlet.
For detail: abc.net.au⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wtxl.com
Jefferson County focuses on combating teen vaping through student peer engagement
A resource officer emphasizes the challenges of controlling youth vaping.
For detail: wtxl.com⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: upr.org
Daily news: Judge upholds Utah's flavored vape ban, blocks surprise inspections
The UPR daily news logo. It has the upr logo, phrase "Daily News," and a green microphone all within a speech bubble against a blue background.
For detail: upr.org⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
New Zealand Study Says Vape Not Helping End Smoking
Health researchers in New Zealand examining the long-running Year 10s smoking study say the e-cigarette companies are wrong: vaping is not displacing smoking among young people.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
CAPHRA Continues Criticism of WHO’s Funding, Procedures
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) today (March 24) condemned the World Health Organization (WHO) for dismissing its recent scrutiny of the WHO’s funding as “misinformation,” when it said it allows billionaire philanthropies to disproportionately influence global tobacco policy.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tiranapost.al
Smoking: Alternatives reduce risks and help the European economy
Brussels – Europe is developing alternatives to traditional smoking. This is the hope of the non-governmental organization EPIC, or the European Policy Innovation Council.
For detail: tiranapost.al⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: thespec.com
Saskatchewan government introduces bill to apply sales tax on vaping products
REGINA - The Saskatchewan government has introduced legislation that would apply the provincial sales tax of six per cent to vaping products.
For detail: thespec.com⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thenationonlineng.net
NTCA, CAPPA lament insufficient N13m Tobacco Control Fund
The Nigerian Tobacco Control Alliance (NTCA) and the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) have criticized the N13 million national budget for tobacco control in 2025, describing it as grossly inadequate.
For detail: thenationonlineng.net⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: sciencedirect.com
Assessment of nicotine and degradation products in cigarette butts leachates after detoxification by white rot fungi
Cigarette butts (CBs) are widespread hazardous waste contaminating the environment due to the recalcitrance of the filter and the toxicity of the contaminants leached.
For detail: sciencedirect.com⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: premiumtimesng.com
Tobacco control advocates call for increased budgetary allocation
According to WHO, tobacco kills up to half of its users, and more than eight million people each year lose their lives as a result of direct tobacco use and exposure to second-hand smoke.
For detail: premiumtimesng.com⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: newtelegraphng.com
2025 Budget: NTCA, CAPPA Seek Review Of Tobacco Control Fund
The Nigerian Tobacco Control Alliance (NTCA) and the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) have called for an upward review of the Tobacco Control Fund (TCF) from the N13 million allocated to it in the 2025 national budget to N300 million.
For detail: newtelegraphng.com⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: ksltv.com
Federal judge upholds Utah vape ban, but bars warrantless searches
SALT LAKE CITY – A small victory this week for vape shops in Utah. A federal judge sided with vape shops, at least in part, suing Utah over its ban passed in 2024 on flavored e-cigarettes.
For detail: ksltv.com⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: fox13now.com
Judge upholds Utah's flavored vape ban, but blocks surprise inspections
SALT LAKE CITY — A federal judge has upheld Utah's ban on the sale of flavored vape juices, but blocked state officials from making surprise inspections. U.S.
For detail: fox13now.com⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: edition.cnn.com
These women say smoking weed makes them better moms
On a recent Sunday in suburban St. Louis, some 50 women gather in an unassuming event space for a festive — and unusual — evening of bingo.
For detail: edition.cnn.com⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: coastreporter.net
Saskatchewan government introduces bill to apply sales tax on vaping products
REGINA — The Saskatchewan government has introduced legislation that would apply the provincial sales tax of six per cent to vaping products.
For detail: coastreporter.net⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: blogs.bmj.com
Smart Disposable E-cigarettes: characteristics and capabilities of new generation devices
Despite ongoing regulatory efforts to curb the vaping epidemic, the tobacco industry continues to introduce new products with innovative features.
For detail: blogs.bmj.com⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: bangkokpost.com
9,500 online links to vape products blocked
The Digital Economy and Society Ministry (DES) has blocked more than 9,500 URLs involved in selling e-cigarettes in the past year, according to the government.
For detail: bangkokpost.com⇨Published Mar 25, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: abc4.com
Flavored vape is now banned in Utah after federal judge’s preliminary ruling
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Nearly all flavored vape products are now banned in Utah after a federal judge’s Monday ruling in an ongoing lawsuit against the state’s new e-cigarette law.
For detail: abc4.com⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wnegradio.com
FDA Educational Efforts prevented Nearly 450,000 Youth from Starting E-Cigarette Use in One Year
A study co-authored by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration scientists was released showing the agency’s youth e-cigarette prevention campaign, “The Real Cost,” successfully reduced e-cigarette use among youth.
For detail: wnegradio.com⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wearesa.au
SA introduces nation's biggest fines for illegal nicotine
South Australia will have the harshest fines in the nation for the commercial sale of illegal cigarettes and vapes under new laws introduced to State Parliament.
For detail: wearesa.au⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: warrington.gov.uk
Shop owner successfully prosecuted for illegally selling vapes
A Warrington business has been fined more than £1,200 for selling vapes to an underage customer as part of an operation by the council.
For detail: warrington.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: thetab.com
Ranked: These are officially the most vape-obsessed Russell Group unis in 2025
Guys, we only have only have two months, one week and one day until buying disposable vapes in England and Wales becomes illegal.
For detail: thetab.com⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: thenationalnews.com
Vapes are toxic. Their detection in schools is a smart first step
Ever since smoking was banned in many public places, in the UAE and around the world, an argument frequently made by defenders of vaping is that it is not as bad.
For detail: thenationalnews.com⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]
Source: thefridaytimes.com
Catapulting Funding Crisis Into Opportunity By Getting On Track To End TB And Tobacco Use
Raising tobacco taxes can cut consumption, fund TB control, and boost health investments. Experts urge governments to act on evidence for economic and public health gains.
For detail: thefridaytimes.com⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: rnz.co.nz
Anti-smoking advocates concerned about new nicotine pouches
Anti-smoking advocates are concerned progress towards reducing the number of young people vaping could be swamped by something they say is even worse - oral nicotine pouches.
For detail: rnz.co.nz⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: prnewswire.com
Philip Morris International's India affiliate certified as a Great Place to Work for the Fourth Consecutive Year
NEW DELHI, March 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Philip Morris International Inc.'s (PMI) India affiliate IPM India has been recognized as a Great Place to Work 2024-25 by the Great Places to Work Institute, for the fourth consecutive year.
For detail: prnewswire.com⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: news18.com
Tuberculosis and Smoking: How Tobacco Increases Your Risk of Infection
Tobacco smoke exposure has been linked to an increased incidence of various bacterial infections beyond the respiratory system, including those causing peptic ulcers and sexually transmitted diseases Smokers are particularly susceptible to respiratory infections, with studies indicating that they have a 2.
For detail: news18.com⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: magnoliatribune.com
Vapes, Big Tobacco and a new Mississippi registry law
“It’s Big Tobacco coming in and getting their way while us little guys will be forced out of business,” one Coast retailer says.
For detail: magnoliatribune.com⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: irishtimes.com
Tobacco companies give €250,000 in first street-cleaning payment
Tobacco filters account for less than 1% of street litter by weight, according to the Department of the Environment.
For detail: irishtimes.com⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: healthcareleadernews.com
Government funds enforcement officers to clamp down on vaping
The Government has announced £10m to fund 80 apprentice enforcement officers to clamp down on vaping in local communities.
For detail: healthcareleadernews.com⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: filtermag.org
After 20 Years of Its Tobacco Treaty, the WHO Has Little to Celebrate
The World Health Organization marked an anniversary in late February: “Celebrating 20 years” of its Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) treaty.
For detail: filtermag.org⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: cspdailynews.com
U.S. Representatives Call on Trump Administration to Crack Down on Chinese-Made E-Cigarettes
Three U.S. representatives are calling on the Trump administration to crack down on the sale of illegal vape products. U.S.
For detail: cspdailynews.com⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: businesswire.com
New Eagle Eye Sensors Detect Vaping, Promote Safe Buildings and Healthy Air Quality
Real-time environmental monitoring integrated with video surveillance empowers schools and businesses to make buildings safer and more efficient AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Eagle Eye Networks, the global leader in cloud video surveillance, today launched Eagle Eye Sensors to detect and automatically alert when vaping, air quality changes, temperature shifts, water presence, and other environmental events occur, empowering schools and businesses to take immediate action to ensure building safety, efficiency, regulatory compliance, and healthy work and learning environments.
For detail: businesswire.com⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: auckland.ac.nz
Vaping a gateway to smoking, study shows
Policies this government has scrapped, such as Smokefree Generation, are the solution to the loss of progress on teens quitting smoking, Dr Lucy Hardie (FMHS) says.
For detail: auckland.ac.nz⇨Published Mar 24, 2025
[NCD FED Tobacco]
Source: app.com.pk
Experts censure tobacco industry for tax evasion, other duties
ISLAMABAD, Mar 24 (APP):Experts at a roundtable, terming the tactics of tobacco industry manipulative said that the industry is involved in tax evasion, hatching misleading propaganda, and presenting exaggerated statistics on illicit trade of cigarettes to resist federal excise duty and other taxes to dent government’s revenue regime against tobacco products.
For detail: app.com.pk⇨Published Mar 23, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: polskieradio.pl
Poland’s Ministry of Health attempts to ban e-cigarettes
Minister of Health Izabela Leszczyna expressed her deep concern about the need to protect children and young people from the harmful effects of e-cigarette use.
For detail: polskieradio.pl⇨Published Mar 23, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nltimes.nl
Half of Dutch adults overweight as smoking and drinking decline
While the number of smokers and heavy drinkers in the Netherlands continues to fall, obesity remains one of the country’s most persistent public health issues.
For detail: nltimes.nl⇨Published Mar 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: gov.uk
More officers on streets to smoke out illicit tobacco and vapes
Tighter and tougher protections to protect children and communities from illicit tobacco and vapes have been unveiled today (22 March 2025) as the landmark Tobacco and Vapes Bill moves closer to creating a smoke-free UK.
For detail: gov.uk⇨Published Mar 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: evrimagaci.org
New Study Uncovers Mechanism Of Nicotine-Induced Heart Damage
Heart failure, a condition that arises from a variety of structural and functional cardiac diseases, remains a significant health challenge with a poor prognosis.
For detail: evrimagaci.org⇨Published Mar 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: betterretailing.com
Tobacco & Vapes Bill passes through the Commons
The Tobacco & Vapes Bill passed through the House of Commons yesterday, drawing criticism from retailers for a failure to address the illicit tobacco trade and instead punishing “law abiding retailers”.
For detail: betterretailing.com⇨Published Mar 22, 2025
[COPD Tobacco]
Source: thehindu.com
Surrogate tobacco ads are contributing to India’s cancer burden, zero-tolerance approach needed: experts
In India, where tobacco consumption poses a significant health burden, companies bypass ad bans by using surrogate advertising, targeting youth, say experts By associating their brands with lifestyle or leisure products, companies reinforce and subtly push tobacco consumption, this needs to be addressed, say experts.
For detail: thehindu.com⇨Published Mar 22, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: rnz.co.nz
Vaping a gateway to smoking, study shows
Health researchers who have completed a deep dive into data from the long-running Year 10s smoking study say the e-cigarette companies are wrong: vaping is not displacing smoking among young people.
For detail: rnz.co.nz⇨Published Mar 22, 2025
[Smoking TCC]
Source: nature.com
Smoking aggravates neovascular age-related macular degeneration via Sema4D-PlexinB1 axis-mediated activation of pericytes
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a prevalent neuroinflammation condition and the leading cause of irreversible blindness among the elderly population.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Mar 21, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: wect.com
Report shows demand for age to buy vape products to be raised
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - An annual report filed by the North Carolina Child Fatality Task Force claims the legal age to buy vape products should be raised to match federal law.
For detail: wect.com⇨Published Mar 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: vapingpost.com
The EC’s Push for Stricter Nicotine Regulations Sprearheaded by Misinformation From Dutch Minister
While the European Commission (EC) excluded tobacco-related legislation from its 2025 work program, the Dutch government, alongside Belgium and Latvia, is pushing for renewed focus on revising tobacco control laws.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Mar 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: scitechdaily.com
Sugar or Spice? Why Some Nicotine Pouches Are Far More Addictive
A study on nicotine pouches finds that sweeteners increase nicotine preference, particularly in female rats, while flavors like cinnamon are more appealing to males.
For detail: scitechdaily.com⇨Published Mar 21, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: pattayamail.com
Minister Jiraporn reports progress in e-cigarette suppression
BANGKOK, Thailand – The government has ramped up its crackdown on illegal e-cigarette distribution, with Prime Minister’s Office Minister Jiraporn Sindhuprai reporting substantial progress.
For detail: pattayamail.com⇨Published Mar 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: fox61.com
5 Wallingford stores fail surprise tobacco and e-cig compliance inspections
WALLINGFORD, Conn. — Surprise tobacco and electric cigarette compliance inspections were made by the Wallingford Police Department on Tuesday, and the results were mixed.
For detail: fox61.com⇨Published Mar 21, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: evrimagaci.org
Study Reveals Teens Lacking Knowledge About Smoking Risks
An alarming new study reveals significant gaps in adolescents' understanding of the dangers of smoking, prompting health experts to call for increased educational efforts.
For detail: evrimagaci.org⇨Published Mar 21, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: eveningreport.nz
The tobacco lobby claims vaping is displacing youth smoking
E-cigarette companies, including giants such as British American Tobacco, have actively lobbied governments in New Zealand and Australia to weaken existing vape regulations while preventing the introduction of stricter ones.
For detail: eveningreport.nz⇨Published Mar 21, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: eutoday.net
Growing anti-vaping hysteria risks undermining EU’s tobacco-free goals - https://eutoday.net
With the long-awaited Tobacco Products Directive (TPD) revision yet to surface, the EU’s most vocal anti-vaping advocates are ramping up pressure to impose strict new regulations on e-cigarettes and other ‘new nicotine products.
For detail: eutoday.net⇨Published Mar 21, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: economist.com
How harmful are electronic cigarettes?
RESTRICTIONS on vaping are multiplying. Belgium banned sales of disposable vapes on January 1st.
For detail: economist.com⇨Published Mar 21, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: dutchnews.nl
The Dutch are smoking and drinking less, but half are overweight
Some 18% of Dutch adults smoke, 6% are heavy drinkers and half are overweight, according to the latest edition of the CBS’s annual health survey.
For detail: dutchnews.nl⇨Published Mar 21, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: cbs.nl
Smoking and alcohol consumption down since 2014, obesity unchanged
In 2024, 18 percent of adults smoked, 6 percent consumed alcohol excessively, and 50 percent were overweight.
For detail: cbs.nl⇨Published Mar 21, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: cancer.gov
Intensive Program Helps People Being Screened for Lung Cancer Quit Smoking
An older man with a beard, wearing a medical gown, hand on his chest, speaking to a woman radiology technician in scrubs In a clinical trial involving smokers undergoing screening for lung cancer, a program that integrated intensive counseling and cessation medications helped many of them quit smoking.
For detail: cancer.gov⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: who.int
WHO calls for urgent action to address worldwide disruptions in tuberculosis services putting millions of lives at risk
On the occasion on World Tuberculosis (TB) Day, marked on 24 March, the World Health Organization (WHO) is calling for an urgent investment of resources to protect and maintain tuberculosis (TB) care and support services for people in need across regions and countries.
For detail: who.int⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: wcti12.com
North Carolina lawmakers introduce 'Solly's Law' to combat youth vaping
North Carolina legislators have introduced a new bill aimed at curbing youth vaping, named "Solly's Law" in memory of a local boy who died from vaping-related complications.
For detail: wcti12.com⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: vaping360.com
Europe Wages War on Nicotine Pouches
Nicotine pouches are under attack in Europe, with multiple countries imposing bans and restrictions, and others planning to do so.
For detail: vaping360.com⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: unc.edu
Why underestimating the health effects of vaping is a bad idea
UNC School of Medicine toxicologist Ilona Jaspers explains the science of inhaling vapor from e-cigarette products and why we should not compare vaping or "juuling" to smoking.
For detail: unc.edu⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: turnto10.com
Putting vaping in the rear-view mirror: conference promotes vape-free schools
(WJAR) — A “Back to the Future” themed conference Wednesday welcomed community leaders, students, and educators from across Rhode Island to learn about new measures to tackle vaping in schools.
For detail: turnto10.com⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: theconversation.com
The tobacco lobby claims vaping is displacing youth smoking
E-cigarette companies, including giants such as British American Tobacco, have actively lobbied governments in New Zealand and Australia to weaken existing vape regulations while preventing the introduction of stricter ones.
For detail: theconversation.com⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: profglantz.com
Three year study finds that fourth-generation e-cigarettes like Juul associated with continued smoking and vaping
Most studies of the association between e-cigarette use and smoking and nicotine cessation have been conducted with the earlier generation e-cigarettes, which do not deliver nicotine as effectively as the fourth generation e-cigarettes pioneered by Juul.
For detail: profglantz.com⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: pembrokeshire.gov.uk
Crackdown on illegal tobacco in Pembrokeshire
A multi-agency operation has resulted in the seizure of illegal tobacco, vapes and cash from two shops in Pembrokeshire, as part of a major crackdown on the illegal tobacco trade.
For detail: pembrokeshire.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nursinginpractice.com
Breaking free: Exploring new stop smoking medications for a smoke-free future
Elaine Londesborough-van Rooyen, Public Health Registrar at Action on Smoking and Health (ASH), and Joanna Feeney, Stop Smoking Systems Strategic Manager at Fresh, provide an update on evidence-based smoking cessation approaches and describe how newly available medications can support the progress of Stop Smoking services.
For detail: nursinginpractice.com⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: newswire.lk
Cigarette tax must be reviewed, COPF Chair tells Parliament
Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee of Public Finance (COPF) MP Harsha de Silva has proposed to the Parliament that a new decision must be taken regarding the tax imposed on cigarettes.
For detail: newswire.lk⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: medschool.duke.edu
Discovery Suggests New Possibilities for Treating Nicotine Addiction
Cigarette and other tobacco smoking are responsible for millions of deaths worldwide each year.
For detail: medschool.duke.edu⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: manilastandard.net
WHO funding concerns mount as tobacco control conference looms
The World Health Organization’s (WHO) planned high-cost conference on tobacco control in November year is expected to exacerbate its financial strains, following the United States’ withdrawal, according to harm reduction advocates.
For detail: manilastandard.net⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: lagazettedemonaco.com
Stress and insomnia: the perverse nature of tobacco
To mark Brain Week, a number of conferences were held at the CHPG on different themes.
For detail: lagazettedemonaco.com⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: foxnews.com
Pilot allegedly calls out vaping passenger in cabin-wide announcement: 'One person decided to risk lives'
An airline passenger traveling from Los Angeles to Chicago took to social media to share how the flight crew handled the situation of someone vaping on board.
For detail: foxnews.com⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: evrimagaci.org
Yokohama F. Marinos Implement Total Smoking Ban At Home Games
Yokohama F. Marinos, a prominent football club based in Yokohama, Japan, has announced a significant policy change aimed at enhancing the game-day experience and prioritizing public health.
For detail: evrimagaci.org⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: evrimagaci.org
Thailand Warns Of Dangers From E-Cigarettes And Heated Tobacco Products
The ongoing debate regarding the safety of e-cigarettes has taken a new turn in Thailand, as health officials raised alarm bells over the dangers posed by these products, particularly when mixed with harmful substances.
For detail: evrimagaci.org⇨Published Mar 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: denverpost.com
Opinion: Don’t let Big Tobacco reverse Denver’s ban on flavored nicotine products
Which personal story convinced 11 Denver City Council members to stand up to the tobacco industry and end the sale of their deadly, kid-friendly flavored products back in December? Isaac, a high-school student council president, spoke about his mother whom he lost to a tobacco-related illness.
For detail: denverpost.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: wtvbam.com
Coldwater Community Schools expands vaping education to parents
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – Following a series of anti-vaping presentations for students at Coldwater High School and Legg Middle School, the conversation is now being extended to parents.
For detail: wtvbam.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: vapingpost.com
Vaping and Lung Health: Weighing the Evidence on Risks, Benefits, and Unanswered Questions
While many still assume that vaping must lead to lung damage, many studies report no significant harm for users, and even potential benefits for those switching from smoking.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ucl.ac.uk
Smoking rates falling fastest in the north of England
Smoking rates have fallen more quickly in the north of England compared to other regions, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.
For detail: ucl.ac.uk⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Fiji Assessing Needs to Implement FCTC’s Illicit Tobacco Protocol
An international team is working with officials in Fiji this week to assess the nation’s needs for effectively implementing the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products, the first protocol adopted under the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
CAPHRA Backs Evidence That Vaping Could Save Thousands of Thai Lives
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) today (March 19) endorsed compelling evidence presented by Asa Saligupta, Director of ENDs Cigarette Smoke Thailand, highlighting the life-saving potential of vaping as an alternative to deadly combustible cigarettes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: thenationalnews.com
UAE schools look to crack down on smokers with vape alarms
One of the region's largest private school operators has launched a “zero-tolerance” campaign against vaping by pupils at its UAE schools, as concerns persist over the long-term global impact of e-cigarettes on public health.
For detail: thenationalnews.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: theguardian.com
While Australia is aggressively taxing tobacco, the black market flourishes
The relationship between cigarette prices and smoking rates appears far more complex than the simplistic models on which tax policy is based The black market for tobacco has flourished in the shadow of Australia’s aggressive tax policy, creating a lucrative opportunity for organised crime.
For detail: theguardian.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: theconversation.com
Why nicotine pouches may not be the best choice to help you to stop smoking
Dipa Kamdar does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
For detail: theconversation.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Smoking COPD NCD]
Source: theborneopost.com
Cost of smoking: More than just a personal decision
Smoking’s costs are often overlooked, yet these costs impact everyone around the smoker and even future generations.
For detail: theborneopost.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: theage.com.au
Legal cigarette sales have plummeted and that’s all good, right? Wrong
There’s been an excise on tobacco since Australia was federated more than a century ago, but it was in 2010 that then-prime minister Kevin Rudd introduced hefty increases on taxes to drive down smoking rates.
For detail: theage.com.au⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: telegraph.co.uk
Southerners now more likely to smoke than Northerners
Research has revealed that 17.3 per cent of people in the south of England smoked cigarettes last year, compared to 16.8 per cent in the North.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[COPD Tobacco]
Source: taxfoundation.org
The Future of EU Tobacco Taxation: Insights from Member States and Best Practices for the Next Tobacco Excise Tax Directive
An update to the EU’s Excise TaxAn excise tax is a tax imposed on a specific good or activity.
For detail: taxfoundation.org⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: style.yahoo.com
I'm a hypnotherapist - this tip could help you quit smoking for good
Researchers from University College London examined data for more than 350,000 adults in England over an 18-year period, and found that while the overall proportion of smokers has fallen nationally, progress has ‘flatlined’ since 2020, and smoking is now increasing in some regions.
For detail: style.yahoo.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[NCD Tobacco]
Source: storyboard18.com
BCCI Apex Council meeting to take call on tobacco ads in IPL on March 22
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has planned an Apex Council meeting on March 22, the same day as the IPL 2025 opener between Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad.
For detail: storyboard18.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: somdnews.com
Calvert health officials try to clear the air on vaping
According to the local health officer, the luring of a young person into the habit of vaping involves flavors and the belief that using the devices are a healthy alternative to the traditional tobacco cigarettes.
For detail: somdnews.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: reynoldsamerican.com
Fostering Transparent Collaboration to Reduce Tobacco Harm
Collaboration is at the heart of some of the most groundbreaking scientific advancements in history.
For detail: reynoldsamerican.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: oncologynurseadvisor.com
Pain Associated With Higher Tobacco and Cannabis Use Among Cancer Survivors
Pain is a common complaint of patients who have survived a cancer diagnosis; estimates suggest that approximately one-third of patients experience chronic pain (pain for 3 or more months).
For detail: oncologynurseadvisor.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: news-medical.net
Electronic cigarettes may pose lower cardiovascular risks for people with HIV
Electronic cigarettes use may pose lower cardiovascular risks in people living with HIV compared to tobacco cigarette use, new UCLA-led research shows.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: news.cancerresearchuk.org
Smoking rates falling fastest in the North of England, but progress is slowing
A new study that we funded, published today by a team of researchers at University College London (UCL), has revealed that smoking rates have fallen more quickly in the North of England compared to other regions.
For detail: news.cancerresearchuk.org⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: newagebd.net
Cigarette price won’t increase in budget: NBR
National Board of Revenue Chairman Abdur Rahman Khan said that the price of cigarettes will not be hiked in the upcoming budget for the financial year 2025-26.
For detail: newagebd.net⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: nebraskapublicmedia.org
Nicotine taxes, housing help advance in Legislature
Alternatives to cigarettes like nicotine pouches would be taxed under a bill advancing in the Legislature.
For detail: nebraskapublicmedia.org⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nebraskaexaminer.com
Lawmakers advance bill to tax ‘nicotine-like’ products in Nebraska, such as ‘Zyn’ pouches
LINCOLN — State lawmakers took another step Wednesday toward cracking down on nicotine and “nicotine-like” products in Nebraska, advancing a bill to add a 20% wholesale excise tax on alternative products.
For detail: nebraskaexaminer.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: nature.com
Grey matter morphometry in young adult e-cigarette users, tobacco cigarette users & non-using controls
Despite the rise in electronic cigarette use in recent years, the neurobiological effects of daily e-cigarette use versus smoking cigarettes in young adults remains unknown.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: miragenews.com
Smoking Rates Falling Fastest In North Of England
Smoking rates have fallen more quickly in the north of England compared to other regions, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.
For detail: miragenews.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: medicalxpress.com
Smoking rates falling fastest in the north of England
Smoking rates have fallen more quickly in the north of England compared to other regions, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: medicalxpress.com
E-cigarettes linked to lower cardiac risks compared to tobacco cigarettes in people with HIV
Electronic cigarette use may pose lower cardiovascular risks in people living with HIV compared to tobacco cigarette use, new UCLA-led research shows.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: iol.co.za
Business sector voices reservations over Tobacco Bill as negotiations continue
A key point of contention in the Tobacco Bill is “government’s refusal to acknowledge harm reduction and product differentiation” contradicting the earlier agreed stance that all tobacco products be deemed equally harmful.
For detail: iol.co.za⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: independent.co.uk
Sweet nicotine pouches more addictive than other flavours, scientists warn
Sweet flavoured nicotine pouches are more likely to be consumed in high quantities by users than other varieties, researchers have warned.
For detail: independent.co.uk⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: independent.co.uk
Smoking rates ‘increasing’ in some parts of England, study suggests
The study, published in the journal Addiction, suggests however that the national average for smoking prevalence has fallen.
For detail: independent.co.uk⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: gulfcoastmedia.com
Orange Beach bans indoor use of nicotine products, vape vending machines
The city presented the ordinance amendment to regulate the distribution of nicotine products, which are “especially harmful to minors,” the agenda item reads, adding it to the city's definition of smoking.
For detail: gulfcoastmedia.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: gpb.org
Heat can age you as much as smoking, a new study finds
Older people in Los Angeles' Chinatown neighborhood shade themselves from the sun.
For detail: gpb.org⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: geneonline.com
Study Links Cigars, Pipes, and Smokeless Tobacco to Increased Heart Disease Risk
Research has long established the dangers of cigarette smoking, but recent findings highlight that other forms of tobacco use—such as cigars, pipes, and smokeless tobacco—also pose significant risks to heart health.
For detail: geneonline.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: fbcnews.com.fj
Illicit tobacco trade shifts to digital platforms, says WHO
The World Health Organization warns that this digital transition makes it more challenging to enforce laws against illegal tobacco.
For detail: fbcnews.com.fj⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: exposetobacco.org
3 Things to Watch For in F1’s 2025 Season
The first race of the Formula 1 2025 season kicked off on March 16 in Melbourne, Australia.
For detail: exposetobacco.org⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: clubofmozambique.com
Mozambique: Tobacco related diseases kill over 9000 every year
According to Alny Couto, tobacco consumption causes annually 11.7 billion meticais (176.9 million dollars at the current exchange rate) in direct and indirect economic losses, equivalent to 1.
For detail: clubofmozambique.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bangordailynews.com
Letter: To reduce smoking, Maine should raise tobacco tax
In his recent opinion column opposing Gov. Janet Mills’ proposed increase in tobacco taxes, Chris Beaulier, from Cigaret Shopper in Hampden, ignored what I see as the strongest argument in favor of a tax hike — its health benefits.
For detail: bangordailynews.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: aljazeera.com
‘I nearly died’: Taba, the tobacco drug Gambian women share in secret
Though not illegal, doctors and activists warn about the dangers of the intravaginal use of the popular drug.
For detail: aljazeera.com⇨Published Mar 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: africannewsagency.com
Business sector voices reservations over Tobacco Bill as negotiations continue
The business sector in South Africa has given a cautious approval to the National Economic Development and Labour Council (Nedlac) report concerning the Tobacco Bill consultations.
For detail: africannewsagency.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: youtube.com
Why Smoking Can Ruin Your Breast Reconstruction Surgery
If you're considering breast reconstruction surgery, this is a must-watch. Smoking is one of the biggest risk factors for surgical complications—and in this video, we explain exactly why.
For detail: youtube.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Report Outlines the Mozambique Tobacco Industry
ResearchAndMarkets.com has released a report on the tobacco industry in Mozambique, including information on production, manufacture and retail, key trends and issues, notable players, trade, and regulations.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Copenhagen Inspections Reveal Widespread Sale of Illicit Products
Authorities in Denmark said they found illegal tobacco, nicotine, and vape items for sale in 21 out of 22 convenience stores in Copenhagen during a recent round of inspections (called “control visits”) with items reportedly hidden behind paneling, among parcels, behind shelves, and in used chocolate boxes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Tax Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Bangladesh Officials Meet to Stop Tobacco Use, Tax Evasion
Yesterday (March 18), National Board of Revenue (NBR) chairman Md Abdur Rahman Khan said Bangladesh was considering the introduction of a QR code system band-roll for the tobacco sector to prevent tax evasion.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Seized Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Nearly $250K in Illegal Nicotine Products Seized in U.K.
Thousands of illegal nicotine products were seized in South West, England, last week as Trading Standards South West (TSSW) and police officers raided 50 locations over five days across the region.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Nicotine]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Study Warns Flavored Nicotine May Be More Addictive
Certain nicotine flavors could be more addictive than others, according to researchers from the Yale School of Medicine, who found that rats preferred the combination of flavorings and nicotine to just the flavorings or unflavored nicotine on their own.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Study: E-Cigs Have No Significant Impact on Lung Function
A newly published critical umbrella review in Tobacco Use Insights found that there were no statistically significant changes in respiratory function for e-cigarette (EC) users.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Crops Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Cuban Tobacco Crops Continue to be Down
According to a report from Agencia Cubana de Noticias, Cuban farmers have only planted 10,378 hectares of tobacco through February, close to the revised target of 10,500 hectares set in September 2024, but well below the initial goal of 14,771 hectares.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: theconversation.com
The Winter’s Tale at The Tobacco Factory, Bristol
Jo Lindsay Walton does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
For detail: theconversation.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: scienceblog.com
How Flavor Preferences in Nicotine Pouches May Be Driving the Youth Crisis
As nicotine pouches continue their meteoric rise in popularity—with US sales skyrocketing over 600% between 2019 and 2022—new research suggests that the flavors used in these products may be fueling addiction patterns that differ significantly between males and females.
For detail: scienceblog.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: observerbd.com
Lives put at risk as THR is trivialised in Bangladesh
The ongoing amendment of Bangladesh's Smoking and Tobacco Products (Control) Act of 2005 risks repeating past mistakes-exclusion, lack of transparency, and missed opportunities for harm reduction.
For detail: observerbd.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: n-somerset.gov.uk
Illegal tobacco and vapes seized in large scale multi-operation
North Somerset Council’s Trading Standards team has taken part in a large-scale operation in Clevedon and Weston-super-Mare to seize illegal tobacco on 11 and 12 March, co-ordinated by Trading Standards South West (TSSW.
For detail: n-somerset.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: newsweek.com
What Happens to Cactus When Plant Owner Stops Smoking Stuns Internet
A post about a cactus that's unexpectedly become a striking visual representation of the effects of cigarette smoke has gone viral on Reddit.
For detail: newsweek.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: msn.com
8 easiest ways to quit smoking and improve your health for good
Smoking is a slow death that is damaging your health day by day, but quitting can transform your life.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: medicalxpress.com
Some nicotine pouch flavors are much more addictive than others, research suggests
A paper in Nicotine & Tobacco Research indicates that different nicotine pouches, which have become very popular in recent years, particularly among young people, may influence user preferences very differently.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Harm Tobacco]
Source: medicalxpress.com
How using cigars, pipes or smokeless tobacco can harm your heart
The data on the health effects from smoking cigarettes has been clear for decades. Today, tobacco use causes nearly 1 in 5 deaths each year in the U.S.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: mediaindia.eu
Despite ban, e-cigarettes readily available in India
On December 13, 2024, the Indian government announced in Parliament that between April and November, authorities had seized e-cigarettes worth approximately INR 42 million.
For detail: mediaindia.eu⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: khaosodenglish.com
PM Paetongtarn Leads Nationwide War on E-Cigarettes
PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra attended a police press conference on the operation to dismantle the country's largest e-cigarette dealer, which distributed products through more than 100 networks nationwide, in Bang Bua Thong, Nonthaburi province, on March 18, 2025.
For detail: khaosodenglish.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: fbcnews.com.fj
WHO demands action on illicit tobacco trade
The illegal tobacco trade in Fiji is not only a public health concern but also a driver of organized crime and corruption, undermining societal stability.
For detail: fbcnews.com.fj⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: emjreviews.com
Brain Stimulation and Exercise Cut Smoking Cravings
A NEW randomized controlled trial has found that combining transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) with aerobic exercise (AE) significantly reduces cigarette cravings and consumption in chronic smokers.
For detail: emjreviews.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: drugdiscoverytrends.com
University of Ottawa students harness tobacco relative to grow Ozempic-like drugs
What if drug companies could grow peptide-based diabetes or weight-loss medication using Nicotiana benthamiana, a close relative of tobacco plant? A team of University of Ottawa students aims to make that dream a reality with Phytogene.
For detail: drugdiscoverytrends.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: dimsumdaily.hk
Calls for stricter regulation as e-cigarettes linked to youth drug use in Hong Kong
18th March 2025 – (Hong Kong) Hong Kong recorded 300 reported cases of drug abuse involving “space oil” last year, with 75% of those affected being youths under the age of 21.
For detail: dimsumdaily.hk⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: devon.gov.uk
Illegal tobacco, vapes and cash seized
Our Heart of the South West Trading Standards Service (HOTSWTS) took part in a major operation to disrupt the sale of illegal tobacco across the region last week.
For detail: devon.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: daily-sun.com
Experts demand tobacco-control laws to make tobacco-free Bangladesh
A policy discussion was held at the CIRDAP auditorium in the capital, organized by the Shastho Shurokkha Foundation, with the goal of creating a tobacco-free Bangladesh.
For detail: daily-sun.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: brecorder.com
Raising tobacco taxes right approach to reducing smoking rates?
KARACHI: A growing debate in Pakistan questions whether raising tobacco taxes is the right approach to reducing smoking rates.
For detail: brecorder.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: bbc.com
Shopkeeper jailed over haul of fake cigarettes
Lincolnshire Trading Standards Stash of illegal cigarettes in bags and boxes uncovered during the raid in Boston.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ascopost.com
The Real Cost Campaign May Have Prevented Thousands of Youths From Initiating E-Cigarette Use
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) youth e-cigarette prevention campaign, known as The Real Cost, may have successfully reduced e-cigarette use among youth, according to a recent study published by MacMonegle et al in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
For detail: ascopost.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ajmc.com
Why Is Smoking Cessation So Hard for People With IBS?
Adults with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) who smoke may face more challenges quitting, as severe IBS symptoms and high anxiety sensitivity increase perceived barriers to smoking cessation, make quitting more difficult, and strengthen the belief that smoking helps relieve negative feelings, according to a study.
For detail: ajmc.com⇨Published Mar 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: aimnews.org
Tobacco related diseases kill over 9000 every year
Maputo, 18 Mar (AIM) – Mozambique’s deputy director of public health, Aleny Couto, on Monday announced that the country records 9,300 deaths from diseases associated with tobacco consumption every year.
For detail: aimnews.org⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: youtube.com
Combining Smoking Cessation Support with Therapy Boosts Quit Rates, Study Finds
Research from the University of Bath, shows that integrating smoking cessation support into Talking Therapies for depression and anxiety increases quit rates.
For detail: youtube.com⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: rttnews.com
450K Youth Prevented From Starting E-Cigarette Use In One Year: FDA
Educational efforts, mainly adveritsements, have prevented nearly 450,000 youth from starting E-Cigarette use in one year, reducing the youth e-cigarette use to the lowest level in a decade, according to a study co-authored by U.
For detail: rttnews.com⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: risingbd.com
Foreign funding influences questioned in regional Tobacco Harm Reduction policies
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) called for greater transparency in global tobacco control governance, citing evidence of external influence in domestic policymaking across Asia-Pacific.
For detail: risingbd.com⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: pubs.acs.org
Nicotine Dosimetry in Evaluating Electronic Cigarettes Compared to Cigarette Smoking: Implications for Tobacco Regulatory Science
Nicotine delivery, absorption, and pharmacokinetics are important features in assessing the safety and efficacy of novel nicotine delivery devices.
For detail: pubs.acs.org⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: onlymyhealth.com
Instagram Leads or Misleads: Can Smoking Actually Cause Hair Fall? Find Out Here
If you have a habit of browsing and scrolling through Instagram, you've likely seen influencers and wellness experts cautioning about the risks of smoking.
For detail: onlymyhealth.com⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: npr.org
Heat can age you as much as smoking, a new study finds
Older people in Los Angeles's Chinatown neighborhood shade themselves from the beating sun.
For detail: npr.org⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: news-medical.net
Study finds link between mental health symptoms and increased nicotine use in youth
A recent study led by Emily Hackworth, a 2024 graduate of the Arnold School's Ph.D.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: msn.com
Vaping a way to cut smoking death toll?
We process your data to deliver content or advertisements and measure the delivery of such content or advertisements to extract insights about our website.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: msn.com
Teenagers among eight charged over tobacco store extortion threats in Melbourne
Police have arrested multiple people across Melbourne and seized guns, explosives, knives and tobacco linked to a Middle Eastern organised crime syndicate.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
Electronic cigarettes may pose lower cardiovascular risks for people with HIV
We process your data to deliver content or advertisements and measure the delivery of such content or advertisements to extract insights about our website.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: medicine.yale.edu
Yale-Led Study Highlights Oral Nicotine Products’ Marketing to Retailers
Manufacturers of oral nicotine products—such as pouches, tablets, or lozenges—are using splashy ad campaigns to appeal to retailers, particularly focusing on profitability, convenience of use, and availability of non-tobacco flavors, according to a study published in November 2024 by a multi-institution team that included two Yale researchers.
For detail: medicine.yale.edu⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: kentonline.co.uk
Study by Kent County Council reveals numbers of youngsters vaping
A survey of 5,493 pupils at 33 schools in the county showed that around 10% (562) are current vapers.
For detail: kentonline.co.uk⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ipn.md
Attempt to smuggle tobacco supplies thwarted at airport
A 38-year-old Turkish citizen was caught at the Chisinau International Airport trying to illegally transport 300 packages of tobacco supplies, IPN reports.
For detail: ipn.md⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: filtermag.org
Do Pre-Existing Brain Structures Influence Early Nicotine Use?
Pre-existing differences in brain structure are associated with earlier substance use in young people, according to a recent study.
For detail: filtermag.org⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: eunews.it
Smoking: with alternatives to traditional products possible better health and preservation of industry
Brussels – Europe develops alternatives to traditional smoking. That is the hope of the European Policy Innovation Council (EPIC) think tank, which today published the report titled “The End of Smoking? How Europe can save millions of lives while promoting economic growth.
For detail: eunews.it⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: dayakdaily.com
Why vapes and e-cigarettes?
A new trend is sweeping across public spaces, from coffee shops to college campuses. Small, sleek devices puff out fragrant vapor clouds, becoming symbols of a growing lifestyle choice—vaping.
For detail: dayakdaily.com⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: canr.msu.edu
Understanding tobacco use and its impact in Michigan
Tobacco comes in many different forms, shapes, flavors and sizes. In the United States, cigarette smoking remains the leading cause of preventable disease and death, claiming over 480,000 lives annually.
For detail: canr.msu.edu⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: bbc.com
Growing concern over number of young people vaping
BBC Three young girls blow huge plumes of aerosol mist from their vapes.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bbc.com
Illegal tobacco products seized during raids
BBC A trading standards officer confronts a shop worker over selling illegal tobacco products.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: bangkokpost.com
Vaping a way to cut smoking death toll?
Asa Saligupta, president of Ends Cigarette Smoking Thailand, speaks on the Bangkok Post's "Deeper Dive Thailand" podcast.
For detail: bangkokpost.com⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: aol.com
Growing concern over number of young people vaping
Three young girls blow huge plumes of aerosol mist from their vapes.
For detail: aol.com⇨Published Mar 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: accountantsdaily.com.au
Community tip-off leads Tax Office to seize $35m of illicit tobacco
Sixteen tonnes of illicit tobacco valued at nearly $35 million have been seized by the ATO, Victoria Police and the Australian Border Force.
For detail: accountantsdaily.com.au⇨Published Mar 16, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: vapingpost.com
Chile Embraces Harm Reduction
A new law enacted by Chile establishes clear regulations for vaping and nicotine pouches, promoting harm reduction while balancing public health and consumer rights.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Mar 16, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: news-medical.net
Want to quit smoking? New study shows brain stimulation and exercise can help
New research reveals that pairing brain stimulation with daily exercise can curb cigarette cravings and inspire smokers to quit, offering fresh hope in the fight against nicotine addiction.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Mar 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ctbythenumbers.news
Impact of Raising Smoking Age Was Underestimated, Yale Researchers Find
A study by Yale School of Medicine researchers estimates that raising the age for tobacco sales to 21 could avert more than 525,000 deaths, more than double prior estimates.
For detail: ctbythenumbers.news⇨Published Mar 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: chinadaily.com.cn
Former deputy head of State Tobacco Monopoly Administration prosecuted
BEIJING -- A public prosecution has been initiated against Xu Ying, former deputy director of the State Tobacco Monopoly Administration, on charges of bribery.
For detail: chinadaily.com.cn⇨Published Mar 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: afr.com
Big tobacco calls for tax freeze to combat black market ciggies
Australia’s three largest tobacco wholesalers are urging the federal government to hit pause on further tax rises, warning the high cost of legally purchased cigarettes is causing smokers to turn to the black market and fuelling a crime wave.
For detail: afr.com⇨Published Mar 15, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
FDA youth prevention campaign linked to significant decline in e-cig use
A U.S. FDA program that is designed to stop youths from using e-cigarettes has prevented hundreds of thousands of them from starting, according to a new study.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Mar 15, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: ghanabusinessnews.com
As smokers in Ghana expected to reach 1.7 million, government urged to step up tobacco control
As the global community celebrates two decades of the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC), the number of smokers in Ghana is expected to reach 1.
For detail: ghanabusinessnews.com⇨Published Mar 14, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: wosu.org
Vaping and nicotine use continue to rise among young people
Vaping and nicotine use continue to rise among young Americans, and new studies about the dangers of vaping have driven politicians in Ohio to take action.
For detail: wosu.org⇨Published Mar 14, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: vapingpost.com
The Effects of Different Nicotine Products on Oral Health
As the use of novel nicotine products rises, researchers are investigating their potential effects on oral health in comparison to traditional smoking, confirming their relative safety.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Mar 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Meeting Held to Tackle Illicit Cigarettes in Western Balkans
A high-level meeting to discuss measures to combat the illicit trade of tobacco products in the Western Balkans was held in Montenegro this week, where multiple institutional representatives highlighted the severity of the problem that negatively impacts public health, public finances, and regional security.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 14, 2025
[Ban Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Malaysian Officials Preparing Retailers for April 1 Ban
Beginning April 1, Malaysian retailers will not be able to display tobacco products in open displays, but instead must keep them hidden from view in closed cabinets.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 14, 2025
[Advertising Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Switzerland Continues Tobacco Advertising Debate
In 2022, the Swiss people voted to ban “all forms of tobacco advertising accessible to children,” and today the government is closing in on the details of what exactly that entails as it pertains to print media, events, and sponsorships.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: prnewswire.com
FDA Educational Efforts Prevented Nearly 450,000 Youth from Starting E-Cigarette Use in One Year
SILVER SPRING, Md., March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, a study co-authored by U.S.
For detail: prnewswire.com⇨Published Mar 14, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: nationthailand.com
Education Ministry implements strict measures against e-cigarettes
The Education Ministry launched four measures to curb e-cigarette access in schools after an 18.6% rise in youth addiction in Thailand.
For detail: nationthailand.com⇨Published Mar 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: gulfnews.com
Philip Morris Middle East announces the launch of new IQOS Iluma i in UAE
Philip Morris Middle East, an affiliate of Philip Morris International (PMI) (NYSE: PM) today announced the launch in the UAE of IQOS Iluma i, the latest and most innovative addition to PMI’s growing portfolio of smoke-free products for.
For detail: gulfnews.com⇨Published Mar 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: eeas.europa.eu
United Against Illicit Tobacco Trade: Strengthening Public Health and Economy
The Ministry of Finance of Montenegro, in cooperation with the Secretariat of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (the Convention Secretariat) and the WHO Regional Office for Europe, hosted a high-level meeting to discuss measures to combat the illicit trade of tobacco products in the Western Balkans.
For detail: eeas.europa.eu⇨Published Mar 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: downtoearth.org.in
Tobacco’s hidden friendly side: how the controversial plant could be used for good
Tobacco kills 8 million people worldwide every year but imagine if it could be used to make medicine. The idea isn’t unheard of — tobacco has been used as a herbal medicine in the past.
For detail: downtoearth.org.in⇨Published Mar 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bbc.com
Four arrests as illicit vapes and tobacco seized
A haul of illicit tobacco and vapes have been seized in just one street during a day of action in Lancashire.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: westmidlands.police.uk
Thousands of illegal cigarettes and vapes seized in Solihull Trading Standards operation
Thousands of pounds worth of illegal vapes, cigarettes and tobacco have been seized from a shop in Castle Bromwich, in the biggest haul of its kind.
For detail: westmidlands.police.uk⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: vaping360.com
State Legislatures Considering Over 30 Flavor Ban and PMTA Registry Bills
Until about four years ago, the primary type of legislation to restrict access to quality vaping products has been flavor bans—either prohibiting all flavors except tobacco, or all except tobacco and menthol.
For detail: vaping360.com⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Dutch Propose Raising Nicotine Purchasing Age to 21
The minimum age for purchasing cigarettes, vapes, and other nicotine products in the Netherlands could increase from 18 to 21, according to a new proposal published by the Ministry of Health on Wednesday (March 12).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: theage.com.au
‘They’re guinea pigs’: The new nicotine fad targeting teens
More young Australians are using nicotine pouches, an illegal, unregulated product experts say is being marketed as a healthier alternative to smoking.
For detail: theage.com.au⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: smh.com.au
‘They’re guinea pigs’: The new nicotine fad targeting teens
More young Australians are using nicotine pouches, an illegal, unregulated product experts say is being marketed as a healthier alternative to smoking.
For detail: smh.com.au⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: news-medical.net
Tracking CO levels: The key to quitting successfully on National No Smoking Day
National No Smoking Day is observed in the UK annually on the second Wednesday of March, which falls on the 12th of March 2025.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: news.yahoo.com
Smoking to be banned in N.W.T. public housing units, minister says
N.W.T. Housing Minister Lucy Kuptana announced that the territory is moving to ban smoking in public housing in the legislative assembly on March 13, 2025.
For detail: news.yahoo.com⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nature.com
Transcranial direct current stimulation associated with physical exercise can help smokers to quit smoking: a randomized controlled trial
Chronic exposure to nicotine is related to low activity in the prefrontal cortex and insular hyperactivity in smokers.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: nationthailand.com
Woman busted with 10-million-baht worth of e-cigarettes
The suspect, who worked out of her own Lat Phrao condo, tells police she was being paid by a Chinese supplier to store and sell the banned products Officers of the Consumer Protection Police Division (CPPD) on Wednesday arrested a 29-year-old Thai woman at a condominium in Bangkok’s Lat Phrao area for allegedly possessing and selling e-cigarettes and e-liquid worth over 10 million baht.
For detail: nationthailand.com⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: msn.com
Clearing the air: The impact of smoking on mental health
Story by TOI Lifestyle Desk Smoking and mental health have a complex, bidirectional relationship.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: jordantimes.com
Ministry to launch national campaign against smoking
Minister of Government Communication Mohammad Momani says on Thursday that the ministry will enhance its media efforts to support national initiatives aimed at combating smoking and reducing its severe health and economic impacts3 (Petra photo) AMMAN — Minister of Government Communication Mohammad Momani said on Thursday that the ministry will enhance its media efforts to support national initiatives aimed at combating smoking and reducing its severe health and economic impacts.
For detail: jordantimes.com⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: japantoday.com
Japan can advance both defense and health through alternative approaches to HTPs taxation
Amid the delicate balance of Zen gardens and bullet trains, Japan stands on the verge of a historic misstep.
For detail: japantoday.com⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: heraldscotland.com
Have the vape producers found a captive market?
David Donaldson spotted this advert on Byres Road and concludes that a certain famous long-stay Scottish hotel for the criminally minded must be going into the vapes biz… (Image: Contributed) A Diary tale about the long-gone 11-plus exam reminds John Mulholland of sitting the test in the 1970s.
For detail: heraldscotland.com⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: ctnewsonline.com
Anti-vaping program introduced to Ark City schools
Anti-vaping program introduced to Ark City schools Arkansas City middle and high schools have launched a new program that security coordinator Eric Burr hopes will reduce student use of nicotine products.
For detail: ctnewsonline.com⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: chinadaily.com.cn
Zimbabwe farmers upbeat about new tobacco season
Tobacco farmer Tendai Chimhondoro checks her tobacco at the Tobacco Sales Floor in Harare, Zimbabwe, on March 5, 2025.
For detail: chinadaily.com.cn⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com
“I just wish vaping wasn’t a thing”: an Australian qualitative study of parental concerns and perceptions towards adolescent vaping
With the rapid increase of e-cigarette or vaping use in adolescents, parents can provide unique perspectives to assist in addressing this issue.
For detail: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bbc.com
Illegal cigarettes and vapes seized in shop raid
Trading Standards officers also discovered 1,200 suspected counterfeit vapes and 80 bags of tobacco during their visit to the shop in Castle Bromwich, in Solihull, on 7 March.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: axios.com
Teens who vape had similar nicotine exposure to smokers
As teen tobacco use experiences historic declines, new evidence suggests vaping is giving kids the same level of nicotine exposure.
For detail: axios.com⇨Published Mar 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: abc.net.au
Authorities seize $35m worth of illegal tobacco in northern Victoria
The Merrigum bust followed the seizure of 16 tonnes of tobacco earlier this month.
For detail: abc.net.au⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: wandsworth.gov.uk
Quit smoking in Wandsworth for No Smoking Day
Wednesday 12 March is No Smoking Day 2025, an annual campaign aimed at increasing awareness of the importance of stopping smoking and the resources available to support quitting for good.
For detail: wandsworth.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: vapingpost.com
The EU Ignores Harm Reduction Success as It Moves to Restrict Vaping and Nicotine Pouches
THR groups and experts are challenging the EU’s and individual member states' proposed vaping and nicotine pouch restrictions, warning they undermine harm reduction and push smokers back to cigarettes or illicit markets.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: uhcw.nhs.uk
Trust marks No Smoking Day with signage supporting Smoke-Free Coventry and Warwickshire campaign
Image relating to Trust marks No Smoking Day with signage supporting Smoke-Free Coventry and Warwickshire campaign No Smoking Day on Wednesday 12th March 2025 is the perfect opportunity to take a step towards a healthier, smoke-free life.
For detail: uhcw.nhs.uk⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: tribuneindia.com
Ban on smoking at public places goes up in smoke
Nearly 13 years after the holy city was accorded the smoke-free status and despite ban on smoking in public places and sale of loose cigarettes, violations are rampant and the authorities are finding no way to implement the law.
For detail: tribuneindia.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Report: 200 Influencers Illegally Promoted Nicotine in France
More than 200 social media influencers have illegally promoted nicotine products from tobacco companies to millions of people in the last five years, according to a report from the French Alliance Against Tobacco (ACT).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Study: Students Vaping in South Africa
Researchers from the University of Cape Town found that 16.8% of high school students in South Africa used e-cigarettes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[BAT Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
BAT Announces Pricing of $2.5B Notes Offerings
British American Tobacco today (March 12) announced that B.A.T Capital Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of BAT, has priced an offering of $2.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking Quit]
Source: thesouthfirst.com
Nicotine replacement therapy: A path to quitting or just another crutch?
Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), including nicotine tablets or lozenges, is a widely recognised method for aiding smoking cessation.
For detail: thesouthfirst.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: thesouthfirst.com
Lighting up, burning out: How smoking harms fertility
Smoking affects the human body in multiple ways — psychologically, physiologically, mentally, and physically — posing serious risks to overall health and well-being.
For detail: thesouthfirst.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: standard.co.uk
I found a pill that’s like Ozempic for smokers. Within a week, I’d quit
Last November, the NHS announced a miracle cure for smokers: a demographic I've identified with from age 14.
For detail: standard.co.uk⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: staffordshire.gov.uk
Illegal cigarettes and vapes seized in Cannock
Illegal Cigarettes, tobacco and vapes are amongst items seized at shops in Cannock and Hednesford by Staffordshire County Council’s Trading Standards service.
For detail: staffordshire.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: somerset.gov.uk
NHS Somerset and Somerset Council launch Smokefree Somerset Campaign on National No Smoking Day
On Wednesday 12 March, as part of National No Smoking Day, a five-year Smokefree Somerset campaign is being launched by NHS Somerset and Somerset Council’s Public Health Team to meet the ambitious national government target of reducing the numbers smoking, so only 5% of our population smokes by 2030.
For detail: somerset.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: rte.ie
Bishops to introduce awareness campaign on vaping dangers
An awareness campaign to highlight the dangers of vaping will be introduced in dioceses around the country due to an increased number of contacts to the Irish Catholic Bishops Drugs Initiative (IBDI) about the issue.
For detail: rte.ie⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: pulmonologyadvisor.com
New York Sues Vape Companies for Marketing to Youth, Violating Flavor Ban
HealthDay News — New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a major lawsuit yesterday, accusing 13 e-cigarette companies of illegally selling flavored vapes and targeting young kids through deceptive marketing.
For detail: pulmonologyadvisor.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: openpr.com
Smoking Cessation and Nicotine De Addiction Therapeutics Market Size, Share & Trends 2024-2031 - Pfizer, Novartis International AG, GlaxoSmithKline Plc.
The Global Smoking Cessation and Nicotine De-Addiction Therapeutics Market is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period (2024-2031).
For detail: openpr.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: n-somerset.gov.uk
Time to stop smoking for good
Today is No Smoking Day (Wednesday 12 March) and North Somerset Council’s Director of Public Health has published this year’s Annual Report ‘Time to stop smoking for good’ which highlights current smoking levels, negative health effects and the support available to quit.
For detail: n-somerset.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: nltimes.nl
Smoking & vaping age limit could increase from 18 to 21; Higher fines for illegal vapes
The minimum age for purchasing cigarettes, vapes, and other nicotine products in the Netherlands could increase from 18 to 21, according to a new proposal published by the Ministry of Health on Wednesday.
For detail: nltimes.nl⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nhsaaa.net
NHS Ayrshire & Arran residents who smoke urged to ‘quit and win’ on No Smoking Day
A Scottish health charity’s national campaign is urging Ayrshire and Arran residents who smoke to make attempts to quit tobacco on No Smoking Day (Wednesday 12 March 2025) to win better physical health, mental wellbeing and personal finances.
For detail: nhsaaa.net⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: news18.com
No Smoking Day: Passive Smoking And Its Impact On Reproductive Health
Tobacco smoke can also change the DNA of eggs, potentially leading to genetic mutations and fertility complications Harmful smoke leads to hormonal imbalance, reduces the chances of successful implantation of fertilised eggs, and increases the risk of early.
For detail: news18.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking FCTC NCD]
Source: nature.com
Age of tobacco smoking initiation among Iranian adults based on National and Subnational data from the 2021 STEPS survey
Tobacco smoking is a significant global public health challenge, responsible for 8 million deaths annually.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: medicalxpress.com
Genes linked to smoking in pregnancy identified: Sons face greater risks
Researchers at the University of Aberdeen have identified a genetic link to smoking in pregnancy. Results from the U.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: medicalxpress.com
2017 to 2023 saw decline in exclusive cigarette smoking, rise in vaping
Decreases in exclusive cigarette smoking and increases in exclusive electronic cigarette use were seen among U.S.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: lancashirebusinessview.co.uk
Roadshow Promotions take smoking cessation on the road with mobile health buses
Lancashire-based Roadshow Promotions are helping public sector organisations deliver vital smoking cessation services directly to communities with their mobile health buses.
For detail: lancashirebusinessview.co.uk⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: kfyrtv.com
House kills another attempt at raising cigarette, vaping taxes
House lawmakers voted down a Senate bill calling for a 25-cent increase on cigarettes. It also would have provided an additional tax on vaping products.
For detail: kfyrtv.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: kentuckylantern.com
House votes to ‘put Kentucky kids ahead of tobacco,’ license retailers of nicotine products
In Kentucky, almost 20% of high school students use electronic cigarettes and 5% smoke, according to The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids.
For detail: kentuckylantern.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: jamanetwork.com
Nicotine Exposure From Smoking Tobacco and Vaping Among Adolescents
Question Does nicotine exposure differ between adolescents who vape, smoke, vape and smoke, or do neither and by type of vaping product? Findings In this cross-sectional study of 364 adolescents from 3 countries, exclusively vaping in the past week was associated with similar nicotine metabolite levels compared with smoking tobacco (exclusively and both vaping and smoking).
For detail: jamanetwork.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: islandfm.com
Public support for stricter anti smoking measures in Guernsey
A survey by Guernsey's Health Improvement Commission shows islanders want smoking banned outside places like pubs and sports venues.
For detail: islandfm.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: iomtoday.co.im
No Smoking Day 2025: Reclaim your health and quit smoking
Smoking claims thousands of lives each year, but quitting can bring almost immediate health benefits.
For detail: iomtoday.co.im⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: india.com
No Smoking Day 2025: This man invented cigarettes in…, his innovation led to…
On No Smoking Day 2025, let us delve into the history of, James Buchanan Duke, the man who invented modern cigarettes in the 1880s, when he and his brother, Benjamin Duke, took over their father, Washington Duke's tobacco company.
For detail: india.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: independent.co.uk
Genes linked to smoking in pregnancy identified
The study also showed men experience more long-lasting effects when their mother smokes while pregnant than women – including dying younger if they go on to smoke themselves.
For detail: independent.co.uk⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: health.gov.au
Action to combat the trade of illicit tobacco
We’re cracking down on illicit tobacco and we’re putting the people profiting from black market tobacco on notice.
For detail: health.gov.au⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: healio.com
Analysis suggests e-cigarette use may be linked to lower rates of smoking
People who used e-cigarettes were more likely to report smoking later in life compared with those who did not vape.
For detail: healio.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: guernseypress.com
Majority believe legal smoking age should rise from 18 to 21
Lucy Cave, tobacco harm reduction officer at the Health Improvement Commission, with the publication of the Clearing the Air - a public consultation on tobacco control.
For detail: guernseypress.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: foxnews.com
21,000% spike in MA vape seizures throws cigarette ban into question, ex-ATF official says
After Massachusetts authorities released a report showing a sharp rise in flavored cigarette and vape seizures under a recent bipartisan statewide ban, a former ATF official and a network of law enforcement veterans specializing in contraband called into question why the ban remains.
For detail: foxnews.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: euroweeklynews.com
Netherlands set to raise smoking and vaping age to 21
Close-up of a person holding cigarettes in one hand and a vape in the other, symbolising the debate over smoking and vaping laws in the Netherlands The Netherlands is set to raise the smoking and vaping age to 21 as part of a major crackdown on nicotine addiction.
For detail: euroweeklynews.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: dutchnews.nl
Dutch crack down on smoking and vaping, age limit may rise to 21
Junior health minister Vincent Karremans is looking into the options for increasing the legal age to buy cigarettes and vapes from 18 to 21, he told MPs on Wednesday.
For detail: dutchnews.nl⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: dhakatribune.com
Shafiqul: Social mobilization needed to discourage youth smoking
Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam on Wednesday stressed the need for innovative social mobilization to prevent youth from taking up smoking, saying that raising tobacco prices alone is not enough to curb tobacco use.
For detail: dhakatribune.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: dentalhealth.org
No Smoking Day: Take back your life 2025
This year, No Smoking Day takes place on Wednesday 12th March, the theme for No Smoking Day this year is ‘Take back your life this No Smoking Day’.
For detail: dentalhealth.org⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: brighton-hove.gov.uk
Commit to being smoke-free this No Smoking Day
This year’s No Smoking Day on 12 March coincides with our new local campaign to encourage smokers to quit smoking for good.
For detail: brighton-hove.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bcheights.com
Newton’s Nicotine Ban Is Idealistic, Not Realistic
Imagine the year is 2065 in Newton, Mass. On a rainy Saturday morning, I walk into my local 7-Eleven and make my way over to the checkout.
For detail: bcheights.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking Worst]
Source: bbc.com
Sons worst affected by smoking in pregnancy - study
Getty Images Pregnant woman in blue and white striped top with right hand resting on baby bump and left hand holding a lit cigarette.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking Restriction]
Source: bbc.com
Public supports increasing restrictions on smoking
BBC A women in her mid 30s with glasses and her brown hair tied back in a grey zip up sweater sat on a stool in front of a cabinet with a green plant behind her right shoulder and certificates on her left.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking Cancer]
Source: bbc.com
Former athlete quit smoking after cancer diagnosis
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust A man with grey hair and glasses and wearing a hospital gown, sits on a chair next to a hospital bed in a ward.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: bbc.com
Dad's lung cancer 'hell' made man quit smoking
Paul Kirtley A picture taken of Paul Kirtley's dad, before he died at the age of 61, standing behind a sofa wearing a jumper.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 12, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: bailiwickexpress.com
“Strong appetite” for tougher tobacco policies
The Health Improvement Commission says there is strong support for further measures to restrict smoking in public places.
For detail: bailiwickexpress.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: york.gov.uk
Young mum praises stop smoking team as referrals double
A young mum who started smoking aged 12 has told how City of York Council’s Health Trainers helped her quit smoking for good so she can stay healthier and live longer.
For detail: york.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: yahoo.com
After I quit smoking cigarettes, I found my love of singing again. It feels like a reward for taking care of myself.
I fell in love with singing when I was 11, singing "Blue Christmas" in front of my fifth-grade music class. I'd been so nervous.
For detail: yahoo.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[FBR Cigarette]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Pakistan: IMF Urges Better Control Over Illicit Trade
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) raised concerns over tax evasion in Pakistan’s cigarette sector, citing that illicit and untaxed cigarettes now account for up to 50% of the industry.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Thailand Turns Up Fight Against Vapes
Thailand’s Office Minister Jiraporn Sindhuprai chaired a meeting with 20 government agencies for the second consecutive week, discussing measures to curb the spread of e-cigarettes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[NCD Tobacco]
Source: thesouthfirst.com
Why the Health Ministry wants IPL to ban surrogate ads for tobacco, alcohol
Gutka brands use surrogate advertising by promoting "mouth fresheners" or "herbal products" under similar names, maintaining brand visibility while circumventing tobacco advertising bans, despite being addictive and carcinogenic Cancer, tobacco: As per the global adult tobacco survey (GATS), 199.
For detail: thesouthfirst.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: tennessean.com
Tennessee should curb youth vaping but avoid preventing legal access to adults
Tennessee decisionmakers are considering universal carding and other policies to curb youth vaping.
For detail: tennessean.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: tbsnews.net
Rinku forbade 2 women from smoking, provoked argument before physcially assaulting them: DMP
He was arrested from an area under the Mohammadpur Police Station on Monday afternoon (10 March), says DMP Rintu, the man accused of harassing and inciting a mob which led to the physical assault of two women in Dhaka’s Lalmatia area on 1 March.
For detail: tbsnews.net⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: risingnepaldaily.com
Does Chiya Culture Promote Smoking ?
Kathmandu Valley is witnessing a growing trend that raises both cultural and health concerns. Tea, or "chiya," has always been an integral part of our daily lives.
For detail: risingnepaldaily.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: pia.gov.ph
Regulating the growing e-cigarette industry
Consumer Protection Group (CPG) Undersecretary Atty. Ruth B. Castelo, DTI- Fair Trade Enforcement Bureau (FTEB) Director Atty.
For detail: pia.gov.ph⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: phillytrib.com
More than 15 percent of young adults used e-cigarettes in 2023
Varieties of disposable flavored electronic cigarette devices manufactured by EB Design, formerly known as Elf Bar.
For detail: phillytrib.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: nltimes.nl
Many young vapers unaware of nicotine in their devices, study finds
Nearly 40 percent of young people who vape monthly do not know if their e-cigarette contains nicotine, according to a new report from the Trimbos Institute.
For detail: nltimes.nl⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: nihr.ac.uk
Vaping is linked with breathing issues in young people
This is a plain English summary of an original research article. The views expressed are those of the author(s) and reviewer(s) at the time of publication.
For detail: nihr.ac.uk⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nicotinepolicy.net
The World Needs Gender-Specific Tobacco Harm Reduction
Tobacco harm reduction saves lives by providing safer alternatives for smokers unwilling to quit.
For detail: nicotinepolicy.net⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: newsandsentinel.com
Tobacco: Lawmakers must stop blowing smoke
A dive into the American Lung Association’s “State of Tobacco Control” shows our region doesn’t come close to meeting the ALA’s standards for fighting the damage we know is done by tobacco products.
For detail: newsandsentinel.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: newindianexpress.com
Tobacco auctions begin in Andhra Pradesh; ryots expect higher prices
ONGOLE: The Tobacco Board inaugurated the 2024–25 Andhra Pradesh tobacco auction season on Monday at four of the 11 auction platforms in the Southern Black Soils (SBS) and Southern Light Soils (SLS) regions.
For detail: newindianexpress.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ndtv.com
No Smoking Day 2025: Here's How Prolonged Smoking Can Visibly Alter Your Health
No Smoking Day is an annual health awareness day observed to encourage smokers to quit smoking and to raise awareness about the health risks associated with tobacco use.
For detail: ndtv.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nation.africa
FDA’s proposed cap on nicotine in tobacco products to avert thousands of deaths
The rule will also reduce the risk of lung cancer and other tobacco-related diseases as well as the burden of disability and severe illness.
For detail: nation.africa⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
URMC study reveals potential long-term health risks of e-cigarettes
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — E-cigarettes and vapes have rapidly grown in popularity over the past decade.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: medicalxpress.com
Study finds patients are more than twice as likely to quit smoking with talking therapies
Research from the University of Bath, published on No Smoking Day 2025, shows that integrating smoking cessation support into NHS Talking Therapies for depression and anxiety increases quit rates.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: manchester.gov.uk
Help to quit the habit this National No Smoking Day
A man whose life has been transformed since giving up smoking has vowed to inspire and help others in the same position.
For detail: manchester.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: lex18.com
Kentucky bill to propose stricter regulations on tobacco and vape sales
LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Kentucky Senate Bill 100 is expected to emerge from the House Committee this week, proposing new regulations for businesses selling tobacco, nicotine, and vapor products.
For detail: lex18.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: lex18.com
Group urgers lawmakers to pass Senate Bill 100
FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX 18) — In front of the Capitol, a group with a giant mobile billboard rallied to respond to what it refers to as tobacco industry interference.
For detail: lex18.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: leeds.gov.uk
Funding boost for Leeds as more smokers access support to quit
Record-breaking numbers of people are accessing Leeds Stop Smoking services for support as health leaders step up efforts to encourage more people to quit.
For detail: leeds.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: iow.gov.uk
Take back your life this No Smoking Day
This No Smoking Day, take the first step towards a healthier, smokefree life and start to feel the benefits of stopping smoking within 72 hours! This is the message from the Director of Public Health for the Isle of Wight highlighting new research that on average, every cigarette smoked reduces how long a person is expected to live by approximately twenty minutes.
For detail: iow.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: hyphenonline.com
Use Ramadan to quit, anti-smoking team tells mosques in east London
Health outreach workers from Queen Mary University of London are visiting mosques to encourage people to beat the habit As well as abstaining from food and drink, fasting Muslims cannot smoke during the day in the month of Ramadan.
For detail: hyphenonline.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: hippocraticpost.com
Current tobacco laws fall short in protecting children
Current tobacco laws fall short in protecting children: Gaps in Australian tobacco laws are allowing children to be targeted by retailers, with some using window toy displays, cartoons and movie characters on their shopfronts, University of Queensland researchers have found.
For detail: hippocraticpost.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: georgiatoday.ge
The Smoking Paradox in Georgia: Rising Numbers amidst Stricter Regulations
In recent years, Georgia has witnessed a perplexing trend: despite the implementation of stringent anti-tobacco laws, the percentage of daily smokers has surged to nearly 35%, an 11% increase since 2021.
For detail: georgiatoday.ge⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: foundationoflight.co.uk
Kick the Habit this No Smoking Day
Foundation of Light are encouraging the people of Sunderland to quit smoking for good this No Smoking Day, Wednesday 12 March.
For detail: foundationoflight.co.uk⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: focustaiwan.tw
Police chief, 10 officers suspected of helping cigarette smugglers
Taipei, March 11 (CNA) A police chief, 10 officers and three members of Taiwan's Coast Guard are among 20 people named as suspects on Tuesday by prosecutors investigating a Changhua cigarette smuggling ring.
For detail: focustaiwan.tw⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: euractiv.com
Finland’s right regulates nicotine pouches over planned ban
News Based on facts, either observed and verified directly by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources.
For detail: euractiv.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[NCD Tobacco]
Source: english.gujaratsamachar.com
Health Ministry asks IPL to ban direct and indirect ads promoting alcohol, tobacco
The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) has asked officials at the Indian Premier League to ban all forms of tobacco and alcohol advertisements from upcoming sports events.
For detail: english.gujaratsamachar.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: earth.com
Cigarette waste fuels antibiotic resistance
Millions of lives are lost each year as a result of smoking’s negative effects, but a new study has discovered another hidden danger in cigarette smoke and discarded cigarette waste.
For detail: earth.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com
Smoking cessation improves health status of patients with chronic diseases: evidence from a longitudinal study of older adults in China
Smoking is a well-documented risk factor for numerous chronic diseases, and cessation is correlated with enhanced health outcomes.
For detail: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bizcommunity.com
Tobacco industry targeting Africa’s youth as new market, warns UP expert
This warning was issued by Professor Lekan Ayo-Yusuf, head of the School of Health Systems and Public Health at the University of Pretoria (UP), during his inaugural address, titled ‘Turning the Tide on Tobacco and Industry’s Product Innovation Gambit’.
For detail: bizcommunity.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: belganewsagency.eu
A third of cigarettes in Belgium sourced from black market
The illicit cigarette trade in Belgium is reaching alarming levels, La Libre writes.
For detail: belganewsagency.eu⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bbc.com
Hospital trust goes completely smoke free
BBC Exterior shot of the BEACH building at Bournemouth Hospital. There are road and landscaping works going on in front of the building as it nears completion.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: bbc.com
Thousands of smokers ignoring health warnings
Marc Neeld from Cornwall Council said about 12.7% of people across the county were smokers which he said was slightly above the England average.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wfft.com
New campaign expanding nicotine education to northeast Indiana youth
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nicotine uses among youth grew from 1.5% in 2023 to 1.8% in 2024.
For detail: wfft.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
France Wants EU to Raise Tobacco Taxes in Luxembourg
Believing higher cigarette prices directly correlate to lesser use, France has continued to tax nicotine products in hopes of reducing smoking in the country.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Regulation Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Vapers Bid to Block Iowa E-Cig Regulation
Yesterday (March 10), the state of Iowa urged a federal court to deny a motion from a group of vape interests seeking to block enforcement of a newly enacted law prohibiting the sale of e-cigarette products that lack federal authorization, according to Mike Curley for Law360.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Hike Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Vietnam Told Gradual Tax Hike Will Prevent Illicit Tobacco Surge
Vietnam is reviewing new tax policies for tobacco products, with experts recommending a gradual tax increase every two years instead of higher annual hikes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Growers Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Pakistani Growers Getting Squeezed as Cultivation Begins
Growers in Pakistan started cultivating Virginia and white Patta tobacco last week, but news for them was not all good as purchasing companies have again slashed their quota.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Chain Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Opinion: Zimbabwe’s Tobacco Chain Needs to Come Together
Zimbabwe’s tobacco marketing 2025 season opened last week with the first bale selling for $4.65 per kg.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[CAPHRA Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
CAPHRA Accuses “Foreign Billionaires” of Influencing Tobacco Policies
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) today (March 10) called for greater transparency in global tobacco control governance, citing evidence of external influence in domestic policymaking across Asia-Pacific.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: thestar.com.my
Education Ministry bans sale of vape-like candies in schools
KOTA BHARU: All types of food that pose a health risk to students, including vape-like candies, are prohibited from being sold in schools, says Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek.
For detail: thestar.com.my⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: scoop.co.nz
Foreign Funding Influences Questioned In Regional Tobacco Harm Reduction Policies
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) today called for greater transparency in global tobacco control governance, citing evidence of external influence in domestic policymaking across Asia-Pacific.
For detail: scoop.co.nz⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: prnewswire.com
Free online course from Knowledge•Action•Change introduces new approaches in fight against smoking-related death and disease
LONDON, March 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- UK-based public health agency, Knowledge•Action•Change (K•A•C), is launching a free online course called Understanding Tobacco Harm Reduction in a bid to reduce the disease and mortality caused by combustible tobacco and toxic smokeless products.
For detail: prnewswire.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: pharmaceutical-journal.com
Only 4% of pharmacies offering smoking cessation service claimed payment in three months
More than 2,000 community pharmacies signed up to the NHS community pharmacy smoking cessation service in the first two months of its launch in March 2022 Shutterstock.
For detail: pharmaceutical-journal.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: pattayamail.com
Authorities seize over 200,000 e-cigarette products worth 40 million baht at Laem Chabang Port
E-cigarettes and baraku (hookah) remain illegal in Thailand under a 2014 Ministry of Commerce directive that prohibits their import, distribution, and transit.
For detail: pattayamail.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: newyorker.com
Zyn and the New Nicotine Gold Rush
To visitors, Sweden is as remarkable for what is absent as for what is present. Walking around Stockholm, you hear little noise from traffic, because Swedes have so aggressively adopted electric vehicles.
For detail: newyorker.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: newswire.lk
Is Vaping illegal in Sri Lanka ? COPF questioned
The Parliamentary Committee on Public Finance (COPF) questioned the use of e-cigarettes and vapes during a deliberation on proposals to increase the Excise Duty on cigarettes.
For detail: newswire.lk⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: newswire.ca
Free online course from Knowledge•Action•Change introduces new approaches in fight against smoking-related death and disease
LONDON, March 10, 2025 /CNW/ -- UK-based public health agency, Knowledge•Action•Change (K•A•C), is launching a free online course called Understanding Tobacco Harm Reduction in a bid to reduce the disease and mortality caused by combustible tobacco and toxic smokeless products.
For detail: newswire.ca⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[NCD Tobacco]
Source: newindianexpress.com
Centre tells IPL to ban direct, indirect Ads related to tobacco and alcohol
NEW DELHI: The Centre has asked the Indian Premier League (IPL), the largest sports platform in the country, to ban all tobacco and alcohol advertisements, including surrogate promotions, within the stadium premises during matches and on national television.
For detail: newindianexpress.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[NCD Tobacco]
Source: ndtvprofit.com
Health Ministry Wants Direct, Indirect Ads On Tobacco And Alcohol Banned During IPL
According to Atul Goel, cricket players as role models for the youth, should not be directly or indirectly associated with any form of tobacco or alcohol advertising.
For detail: ndtvprofit.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[NCD Tobacco]
Source: ndtv.com
Government Asks IPL To Ban Tobacco, Alcohol
The Union Health Ministry has urged the Indian Premier League (IPL) to ban all tobacco and alcohol advertising, including surrogate promotions, within stadium premises during matches as well as telecast sessions on national television, saying it has a moral obligation to promote public health.
For detail: ndtv.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: nationaltribune.com.au
Is sports participation a protective factor against vaping for young people?
New research from the Generation Vape research project shows that playing sports and athletic performance are protective factors against using e-cigarettes (vapes).
For detail: nationaltribune.com.au⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: luxtimes.lu
Luxembourg at the heart of tobacco ‘parallel market’
Luxembourg’s lower tobacco prices have contributed to a significant drop in sales at French tobacconists, with a 26% nationwide decline between 2017 and 2022, according to a recent study by the French Observatory of Drugs and Addictive Tendencies (OFDT).
For detail: luxtimes.lu⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: lbc.co.uk
Smoking-style warnings on social media backed by seven out of ten adults, LBC poll finds
Online Safety Day is today, Monday 10th March from 7am to midnight on LBC, available across the UK on Global Player on your smart speaker, iOS or Android device; on DAB digital radio and TV, at LBC.co.
For detail: lbc.co.uk⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: law.com
Canada Court Approves CA$32.5B Settlement in Decades-Long Big Tobacco Litigation
The settlement, which ends an almost 30-year-long legal battle, involved some of the country’s biggest law firms and is the largest settlement of its kind in Canadian history Hogan Lovells Wins for Government in Court Battle With Energy Heavyweights J.
For detail: law.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: healthshots.com
Smoking causes hair loss: Myth or fact?
Smoking cigarettes does no good, as it may put you at risk for health problems such as lung disease and cancer.
For detail: healthshots.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: globalnews.ca
Saskatchewan awarded $700M in national tobacco settlement
Saskatchewan is getting about $700 million as part of a settlement that will see three big tobacco companies pay out billions in compensation to provinces, territories and former smokers across the country.
For detail: globalnews.ca⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: filtermag.org
Vape Scaremongering: The Science-to-Media Pipeline
It’s a scenario that has become all too familiar. Tobacco harm reduction experts recently scrambled to tackle alarmist news coverage, based on an incomplete, unpublished study purportedly showing that vapes are as harmful as cigarettes.
For detail: filtermag.org⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: counton2.com
South Carolina bill could affect vaping regulations
COLUMBIA S.C. (WSPA) – A new bill, if passed, would force businesses that sell vaping products to have guidelines and regulations about what can be sold.
For detail: counton2.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: contemporaryobgyn.net
Financial rewards for smoking cessation boost neonatal birth weight
A recent study reveals that offering financial incentives to pregnant women to quit smoking can lead to increased neonatal birth weight and improved health outcomes.
For detail: contemporaryobgyn.net⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: channeleye.media
Guernsey’s bold move: Public backs tougher tobacco policies
The Health Improvement Commission has conducted extensive public-engagement research to gather opinions on potential future tobacco policy measures, which would aim to reduce smoking rates.
For detail: channeleye.media⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: cbc.ca
Sask.'s share of national tobacco settlement to be $700 million
An Ontario court last week approved a $32.5-billion settlement between three top tobacco companies and their creditors.
For detail: cbc.ca⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: businesstoday.com.my
Govt Bans Sale Of Vape Like Candy At Schools
Food items that pose a health risk to students, including vape-like candy, are prohibited from being sold in schools, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek.
For detail: businesstoday.com.my⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Smoking NCD]
Source: bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com
Smoking-related gut microbiota alteration is associated with obesity and obesity-related diseases: results from two cohorts with sibling comparison analyses
Individuals who smoke tend to have a lower body mass index (BMI) but face an increased risk of obesity-related diseases.
For detail: bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[FCTC PHW Tobacco]
Source: blogs.bmj.com
Nepal Leads with 100% Graphic Health Warnings in Tobacco: A Global Benchmark in Tobacco Control
Nepal has achieved a historic public health milestone by becoming the first country in the world to implement 100% pictorial health warnings on cigarette packs.
For detail: blogs.bmj.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: bbc.com
The school asking pupils to reject vape culture
The course at Bridgwater College Academy in Somerset also advises young people not to turn to vaping or smoking when facing stresses.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: africannewsagency.com
High school vaping crisis: what parents can do to help their teens
Is it just a phase, or are we staring down the barrel of a major health crisis? A recent study conducted by the University of Cape Town (UCT) has raised the alarm about the prevalence of vaping in high schools.
For detail: africannewsagency.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: additudemag.com
Study: Nicotine, Tobacco Use Linked to Teens’ ADHD Symptom Levels, Treatment
Teens with severe and/or untreated ADHD are more likely to use e-cigarettes, cigarettes, and tobacco products, according to a new longitudinal study that underscores the importance of managing symptoms for highly symptomatic adolescents.
For detail: additudemag.com⇨Published Mar 10, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: academic.oup.com
Assessing Tobacco Harm Perceptions among Transgender and Nonbinary Adults: Results from a Community Informed State-wide Survey
Epidemiologic data has documented elevated levels of smoking and vaping among transgender and nonbinary (trans) adults.
For detail: academic.oup.com⇨Published Mar 09, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: youtube.com
Why Smoking ANYTHING Can Cause Lung Cancer
In this video, Jonathan of the Institute of Human Anatomy explores the alarming statistics of lung cancer and its leading cause: smoking.
For detail: youtube.com⇨Published Mar 09, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: theborneopost.com
Eliminating the dangers of tobacco smoke
KUCHING (March 9): In recent years, providing adult smokers with viable alternatives to traditional cigarettes has emerged as a critical component of global tobacco harm reduction strategies.
For detail: theborneopost.com⇨Published Mar 09, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: nola.com
Louisiana has more than the U.S. average of adult e-cigarette smokers. See national data.
National trends show a correlation between daily or "some day" use of e-cigarettes with level of education — the higher the education, the less likely an adult over the age of 25 is to regularly use e-cigarettes.
For detail: nola.com⇨Published Mar 09, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: nationthailand.com
Thailand’s week-long crackdown on e-cigarette sales led to 690 arrests and the seizure of nearly 455,000 vaping products worth over 41 million baht. Authorities warn of strict penalties for sellers, importers, and storekeepers of illegal e-cigarette items.
A week-long intensified crackdown on the sale of e-cigarette devices and e-liquids has led to the arrests of 690 suspected sellers nationwide, the Royal Thai Police (RTP) announced.
For detail: nationthailand.com⇨Published Mar 09, 2025
[NCD Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
Govt turns up heat in fight against vapes
The government intends to set up a committee to combat the growing number of cigarettes being illegally sold in the country.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Mar 09, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: kdrv.com
Bill would ban flavored tobacco, local shops say they’re not addressing the problem
A new study finds that a text message-based program can be effective in helping young people quit vaping.
For detail: kdrv.com⇨Published Mar 09, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: evrimagaci.org
Thailand Launches Crackdown On E-Cigarettes And Illegal Rentals
After alarming reports surfaced of Thai youths, particularly those aged 10 to 12, falling seriously ill due to vaping, the Thai government has swiftly responded by launching a crackdown on e-cigarettes over the next 30 days.
For detail: evrimagaci.org⇨Published Mar 08, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: vapingpost.com
The Latest Shifts Away From Tobacco Harm Reduction Within Eastern Europe
Poland and Bulgaria have introduced restrictive measures on vaping and nicotine products, sparking concern among tobacco harm reduction (THR) experts.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Mar 08, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: vaping360.com
The CDC May Hate It, but Vaping Is Rapidly Replacing Smoking
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that vaping has replaced cigarette smoking for millions of Americans since 2017.
For detail: vaping360.com⇨Published Mar 08, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: thefridaytimes.com
Pakistan’s Path Forward: Embracing Tobacco Harm Reduction Over Prohibition
Pakistan must adopt balanced regulations for better nicotine alternatives like vapes and HTPs, avoiding black markets and reducing smoking-related harm.
For detail: thefridaytimes.com⇨Published Mar 08, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: pattayamail.com
Thailand remains firm in its stance against vaping amid public debates
Authorities ramp up enforcement against illegal e-cigarette sales, blocking thousands of platforms and tightening regulations.
For detail: pattayamail.com⇨Published Mar 08, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: msn.com
Amherst holds meeting to potentially restrict nicotine and tobacco sales
AMHERST, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - The Amherst Board of Health held a meeting on Thursday to decide whether they will tighten their current restrictions on nicotine and tobacco, making them the latest among several neighboring communities in talks of cracking down on these products.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Mar 08, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: indiatoday.in
From fertility to heart health: Why women face higher risks from smoking
Research indicates that the repercussions of smoking on women are particularly severe compared to those on men, underlining the need for focused attention on this issue.
For detail: indiatoday.in⇨Published Mar 08, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: earth.com
Does vaping help people stop smoking cigarettes? New study has answers
Smokers and e-cigarette advocates often believe that vaping helps people to quit the use of tobacco.
For detail: earth.com⇨Published Mar 08, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: bangkokpost.com
Govt turns up heat in fight against vapes
E-cigarette liquid bottles of various flavours are seized by the Customs Department. The government intends to set up a committee to combat the growing number of e-cigarettes being illegally sold in the country.
For detail: bangkokpost.com⇨Published Mar 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ynetnews.com
Israel mandates new graphic health labels of tobacco packaging to combat smoking
Health Ministry unveils sweeping tobacco regulations with graphic warnings, stricter e-cigarette controls and community-focused campaigns to combat rising addiction amid lax enforcement and wartime Or Hadar|03.
For detail: ynetnews.com⇨Published Mar 07, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: warrington.gov.uk
Quitters are Winners' on No Smoking Day
When you stop smoking, there are almost immediate improvements to your health.
For detail: warrington.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 07, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: tt.loopnews.com
Vapes effective to quit cigarette consumption, Health experts say
The Cochrane Library, one of the world’s largest medical databases, in its mission to support healthcare decision-making worldwide, shares growing scientific evidence that electronic cigarettes or vapes are among the most effective methods for quitting conventional cigarettes.
For detail: tt.loopnews.com⇨Published Mar 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: scienceblog.com
Tobacco Industry Targeting Africa’s Youth as New Market, Warns UP Expert
The tobacco industry has set its sights on Africa, exploiting regulatory loopholes and targeting a rapidly growing youth population with new nicotine products.
For detail: scienceblog.com⇨Published Mar 07, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: respiratoryfutures.org.uk
NEW RESEARCH
Young people are influenced to vape by the power of social media, peer pressure from friends, seductive product advertising, the array of enticing vape flavours, and family members who vape – according to a new study.
For detail: respiratoryfutures.org.uk⇨Published Mar 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: pmi.com
Court Approves CCAA Plans to Resolve Tobacco Product-Related Claims and Litigation in Canada
Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) has been informed by its deconsolidated Canadian affiliate, Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc.
For detail: pmi.com⇨Published Mar 07, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: nst.com.my
Thailand intensifies crackdown on e-cigarettes, vape products in border areas
Thai authorities have intensified efforts to crack down on the illegal sale of e-cigarettes and vape products.
For detail: nst.com.my⇨Published Mar 07, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: msn.com
Vaping might cut cigarettes, but won't help smokers quit nicotine for good
A new study debunks myths about vaping as a quitting aid, highlighting its link to prolonged nicotine addiction—here’s what smokers need to know.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Mar 07, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: miragenews.com
New Campaign Empowers Youth to Quit Vaping
Cancer Council WA has launched the second wave of its Clear the Air campaign, 'You Can Break Free from Vaping', to help young West Australians aged 14-24 who currently vape in their efforts to quit.
For detail: miragenews.com⇨Published Mar 07, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: kjzz.org
ITC ends investigation of claims JUUL violated Arizona vape company's patents
A variety of flavored e-cigarettes are available at Stogies Smoke & Vape in downtown Phoenix on Sept.
For detail: kjzz.org⇨Published Mar 07, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: jamanetwork.com
Smoking and Complications After Cancer Surgery
Clement Wong, PhD1; Siti Khadijah Binti Mohamad Asfia, MPH2; Paul S. Myles, DSc3; et alJohn Cunningham, MClinEpi4; Elizabeth M.
For detail: jamanetwork.com⇨Published Mar 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: heartandstroke.ca
Cigarette companies to pay for national tobacco control strategy
Heart & Stroke joined the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health & Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, today as she announced regulations that will have cigarette companies foot the bill to protect future generations from their poisonous products.
For detail: heartandstroke.ca⇨Published Mar 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ft.lk
Tobacco-free nicotine pouches reduce smoking impacts on oral health
Professor Dr. Rãescu feels not enough attention is being paid by health practitioners or governments to improving oral health and safer oral products for smokers and other consumers alike.
For detail: ft.lk⇨Published Mar 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: forbes.com
FDA's Proposed Nicotine Rule: Communicating Harm Reduction In Times Of Policy Change
Markus Lindblad is Head of External Affairs at Nicokick, advocating for healthier smoking alternatives and tobacco harm reduction campaigns.
For detail: forbes.com⇨Published Mar 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: canada.ca
Government of Canada announces two initiatives to combat tobacco-related harms
Tobacco remains a significant preventable cause of death in Canada, with approximately 46,000 people dying from tobacco-related illnesses every year.
For detail: canada.ca⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: youtube.com
Benefits of quitting smoking
Some experts say quitting smoking is harder than beating almost any other bad habit.
For detail: youtube.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Quit Smoking]
Source: youtube.com
Vaping may not help you quit smoking, study finds
A new study finds that vaping may not help you quit smoking, and in fact it may keep you hooked.
For detail: youtube.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: wsls.com
WATCH: Benefits of quitting smoking
But it’s not impossible to quit. The benefits of quitting smoking are nearly endless.
For detail: wsls.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wilx.com
Cancer experts push for programs about tobacco dangers at State Capitol
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Wednesday at the State Capitol, organizers spoke with lawmakers asking them to take action to reduce the toll of cancer on Michiganders.
For detail: wilx.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: voiceofalexandria.com
Faribault School Board discusses vaping issue at high school
At the Feb. 18 meeting of the Faribault School Board meeting, High School Principal Joel Olson discussed potentially adding another level of security to the building to help decrease the number of students vaping.
For detail: voiceofalexandria.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: vaping360.com
Bulgaria May Scale Down Proposed Vape Ban
Bulgarian legislators may have backed off their plan for an immediate prohibition of all vaping products.
For detail: vaping360.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: universityofcalifornia.edu
Vaping does not help U.S. tobacco smokers quit
Researchers at the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science and Moores Cancer Center at University of California San Diego have found that, among smokers in the United States, e-cigarette use does not increase smoking cessation and is actually associated with reduced tobacco abstinence.
For detail: universityofcalifornia.edu⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: tribuneindia.com
PGI lauded for strengthening national tobacco testing labs
The Scientific Support Group (SSG) at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) here was recognised by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for its significant contributions to strengthening National Tobacco Testing Laboratories.
For detail: tribuneindia.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
PMI Retains European Vape Patent
European patent officials tossed a challenge from a British American Tobacco subsidiary allowing Philip Morris to retain its patent for a type of power supply for electronic vapes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Israel Mandates Graphic Images on Tobacco and Vape Products
Israel’s Health Ministry announced today (March 6) that it mandated graphic warning images be printed on cigarette packs in an effort to deter smokers.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Study: Vaping Does Not Help Smokers Quit
E-cigarettes do not increase smoking cessation and are associated with reduced tobacco abstinence, says researchers at the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science and Moores Cancer Center at the University of California San Diego.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: thepeninsulaqatar.com
Tobacco Control Centre encourages smokers to take advantage of Ramadan to quit smoking
Doha, Qatar: All smokers and users of tobacco and nicotine products have been urged by the Tobacco Control Centre at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) to benefit from the holy month of Ramadan and use it as an opportunity to give up smoking forever.
For detail: thepeninsulaqatar.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: thefinancialexpress.com.bd
Global advocacy group calls for evidence-based tobacco regulation in Bangladesh
Global advocacy group We Are Innovation (WAI) has urged the Bangladesh government to reconsider proposed amendments to the Smoking and Tobacco Product Usage Act, warning that a ban on innovative nicotine products (INPs) could be counterproductive.
For detail: thefinancialexpress.com.bd⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: theconversation.com
Vaping hits alarming levels among South African teens
The World Health Organization points to the enticing flavours and targeted marketing to young people as the key reasons behind this trend.
For detail: theconversation.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: talkingretail.com
Retailers urged to ensure disposable vape ban compliance ahead of deadline
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS), Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) and the Local Government Association are calling on retailers who sell vape products to ensure that they will comply with the introduction of a ban on disposable vaping products, coming into force on 1 June 2025.
For detail: talkingretail.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: talkingretail.com
Trading Standards warns of illegal ‘nicotine free’ vapes
New data published today by National Trading Standards reveal supposedly nicotine free vapes on sale to UK consumers have been found to contain nicotine.
For detail: talkingretail.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: slrmag.co.uk
Imperial urges retailers to lobby MPs on tobacco excise rate
As rolling tobacco overtakes silver in value per gram, Imperial Brands has called on retailers to ask MPs to rethink the tobacco excise rate.
For detail: slrmag.co.uk⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: scdailygazette.com
SC senators trying again to create vaping registry
E-cigarettes sit on a table on Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024. Senate President Thomas Alexander, R-Walhalla, brought bags of the vapes confiscated from students to show senators.
For detail: scdailygazette.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: pennlive.com
Kids caught vaping need help not punishment
FILE - In this April 11, 2018, file photo, an unidentified 15-year-old high school student uses a vaping device near the school's campus in Cambridge, Mass.
For detail: pennlive.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: northcountrynow.com
Vaping in the boys room? Massena eyes solution to growing problem
MASSENA -- Vaping is a continuing problem at Massena Central School, something officials appear poised to tackle in the next capital project.
For detail: northcountrynow.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: newspressnow.com
Faribault School Board discusses vaping issue at high school
At the Feb. 18 meeting of the Faribault School Board meeting, High School Principal Joel Olson discussed potentially adding another level of security to the building to help decrease the number of students vaping.
For detail: newspressnow.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: news-medical.net
Vaping might cut cigarettes, but won't help smokers quit nicotine for good
A new study debunks myths about vaping as a quitting aid, highlighting its link to prolonged nicotine addiction—here’s what smokers need to know.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: news-medical.net
How tobacco and cannabis affect male fertility and genetic integrity
A new study reveals that both tobacco and cannabis use negatively affect sperm quality and DNA integrity—but cannabis may cause even greater damage.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: msn.com
Vaping not a viable solution for quitting tobacco, research says
Vaping does not help smokers quit their vice, a study published Wednesday by UC San Diego researchers found, refuting a common misconception among tobacco and e-cigarette users.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: masslive.com
Amherst to consider removal of nicotine pouches from convenience stores, gas stations
Containers of ZYN, a Philip Morris smokeless nicotine pouch, is stacked for sale at a newsstand Feb.
For detail: masslive.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: lambeth.gov.uk
Get help taking your life back on No Smoking Day
The theme of No Smoking Day 2025 is ‘taking back your life’ and helping Lambeth smokers reclaim the 20 minutes of their life they lose for every cigarette smoked.
For detail: lambeth.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: ladbible.com
Warning issued to Brits over nicotine free vapes following shock investigation find
Warning issued to Brits over nicotine free vapes following shock investigation findWarning issued to Brits over nicotine free vapes following shock investigation find An investigation into 'nicotine free' vapes has made a worrying find with Brits warned that they might not be buying what they think they're buying.
For detail: ladbible.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: jpost.com
Israel mandates graphic warning images on cigarette, tobacco products
Israel is set to become one of the first countries in the world to mandate shocking images on cigarette packaging.
For detail: jpost.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: independent.co.uk
13% of ‘nicotine-free’ vapes contain the addictive substance
All 10 products found to contain nicotine were also found to exceed the limit on the amount of e-liquid permitted in vapes.
For detail: independent.co.uk⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: heraldscotland.com
Teenagers hospitalised after using illegal vapes in Scottish school
Two teenagers were taken to hospital after inhaling an illegal vape containing an unknown substance at school.
For detail: heraldscotland.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: heartfoundation.org.au
‘Don’t give up': Heart Foundation encourages smokers to keep trying to quit
The supportive call comes as detailed new research by the Australian National University (ANU) shows more people in Australia die from smoking than previously thought.
For detail: heartfoundation.org.au⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: health-e.org.za
20 years of the WHO tobacco control treaty: How far is a smoke-free South Africa?
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the World Health Organisation (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) coming into force.
For detail: health-e.org.za⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ekathimerini.com
Crackdown launched on tobacco smuggling racket with ‘Greek Mafia’ links
Police launched simultaneous operations in different parts of Greece on Thursday morning as part of a major crackdown on an organized crime racket that specializes in illegal tobacco products and is also believed to be connected to violence involving the so-called “Greek Mafia.
For detail: ekathimerini.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: edition.mv
Expat arrested in a raid over alleged sale of vapes
According to police, 27-year-old MD Abu Sufiyan was taken into custody last night on suspicion of running an illegal vape business.
For detail: edition.mv⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[FED Cigarette]
Source: devon.gov.uk
Trading standards finds that one in eight ‘nicotine free’ vapes tested contain nicotine
Vital sampling work carried out by our trading standards service has lifted the lid on the sale of ‘nicotine free’ vapes across the region which actually contain nicotine.
For detail: devon.gov.uk⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: deccanchronicle.com
Man Arrested in Hyderabad for Selling Banned E-Cigarettes
The accused along with the seized property has been handed over to Kalapather police station for further investigation and later producedbefore the court for judicial remand.
For detail: deccanchronicle.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: c-store.com.au
Retailers call for urgent reform on tobacco excise policy
Retailers have renewed calls for the Federal Government to overhaul its tobacco excise policy, warning that rising taxes are fuelling the illicit tobacco market and endangering business owners and staff.
For detail: c-store.com.au⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: cspdailynews.com
Democrats Reintroduce Legislation to Increase Tobacco Tax Rate
Democrats on Monday reintroduced legislation to establish a new federal e-cigarette tax, increase the tobacco tax rate and close tax loopholes. U.S.
For detail: cspdailynews.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: conveniencestore.co.uk
‘Nicotine free’ vapes found to contain nicotine
Nicotine free vapes on sale to UK consumers have been found to contain nicotine, the National Trading Standards has warned.
For detail: conveniencestore.co.uk⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: businessworld.in
Regional Cooperation Key To Combating ASEAN’s Growing Illicit Tobacco Trade
International experts speaking at the National Tobacco Administration’s (NTA) Second International Tobacco Summit recently said a regional and holistic approach is crucial to tackling the growing crisis of illicit tobacco trade as it remains a pressing issue across ASEAN that undermines public health, fuels organized crime and costs the government billions in lost revenue.
For detail: businessworld.in⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: bristolpost.co.uk
Common 2p drink can make quitting vaping easier
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For detail: bristolpost.co.uk⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: bostonglobe.com
Rise in vaping is offsetting the US decline in smoking rates
The latest data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that vaping is climbing more quickly than smokers quit cigarettes.
For detail: bostonglobe.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: bbc.com
Boys treated in hospital after smoking illegal vape
Two schoolboys have been treated in hospital after inhaling an illegal vape laced with an unknown substance at a Midlothian school.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bbc.com
Illegal tobacco worth £30k seized from cars and shops
In a joint operation with Swindon Borough Council and government officials, Wiltshire Police uncovered the illegal products in the Broadgreen area of Swindon on Tuesday.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wiltshire.police.uk
Thousands of pounds worth of illicit tobacco seized
Officers working in partnership with HMRC and Trading Standards from Swindon Borough Council visited the area yesterday (04/03) as part of ‘Brighter Broadgreen’ – our ongoing work in the community.
For detail: wiltshire.police.uk⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: who.int
Advancing healthier populations goals with multi-country efforts to tackle industry interference
Between September and November 2024, officials and other nominees including nongovernmental organization representatives from six countries across all six WHO regions convened to share experiences and develop innovative solutions to meet the challenge of industry interference and address the commercial determinants of health.
For detail: who.int⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: today.ucsd.edu
Study: Vaping Does Not Help U.S. Tobacco Smokers Quit
Many people turn to e-cigarettes as a strategy to wean off smoking. New research from scientists at UC San Diego suggests that this approach doesn't work.
For detail: today.ucsd.edu⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Juul Cleared in Patent Dispute with Altria
The U.S. International Trade Commission affirmed a judge’s decision exculpating Juul in an infringement case brought by Altria-owned NJOY over several vaping patents.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Tobacco Workers Strike in Western Turkiye
Failed contract talks have left hundreds of workers at three tobacco factories in Turkiye’s western İzmir province on strike, demanding higher wages and better benefits.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[PTC Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Pakistani Tobacco Growers Told to Avoid Surplus
As purchasing companies in Pakistan have slashed their quotas for the year, officials from those companies are advising farmers against growing surplus tobacco.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thv11.com
Arkansas lawmakers take action against tobacco, vapes, e-cigarette products
Wednesday afternoon, Rep. Aaron Pilkington's House Bill 1192 took center stage, marking a strong start to these proposed initiatives.
For detail: thv11.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: thehindu.com
Man held for selling banned e-cigarettes, stock worth ₹2.52 lakh seized
A 20-year-old man was arrested for illegally selling banned electronic nicotine delivery systems, commonly known as e-cigarettes, on Wednesday.
For detail: thehindu.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[NCD Tobacco]
Source: telegraph.co.uk
Britain’s new nicotine addiction that could be more dangerous than vaping
Last year, Jessica Kent, a doctor working in the department of emergency medicine at the University of Toronto, found herself with an unusual patient.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: sfgate.com
SF banned flavored vapes. Smoke shops are selling them anyway.
FILE: Varieties of disposable flavored electronic cigarette devices manufactured by EB Design, formerly known as Elf Bar, are displayed at a store in Pinecrest, Fla.
For detail: sfgate.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: racgp.org.au
Smoking kills 66 Australians daily: Study
A world-leading study has labelled smoking ‘Australia’s biggest killer’, with the new research attributing the habit to 24,000 deaths across the country each year.
For detail: racgp.org.au⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: pulmonologyadvisor.com
ADHD Symptoms Linked to Onset of Nicotine, Tobacco Use in Youth
HealthDay News — Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms are associated with onset of nicotine and tobacco use in U.S.
For detail: pulmonologyadvisor.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: oregonlive.com
Oregon lawmakers consider ban on flavored tobacco that officials say addicts children still in elementary school
A bill to make Oregon one of a small number of states that have banned the sale of flavored tobacco drew passionate support but also very personal objections during a public hearing this week.
For detail: oregonlive.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: newswise.com
Study: Vaping Does Not Help U.S. Tobacco Smokers Quit
Many people turn to e-cigarettes as a strategy to wean off smoking. New research from scientists at UC San Diego suggests that this approach doesn't work.
For detail: newswise.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: nbcsandiego.com
Turns out vaping — here comes the science — doesn't help smokers quit: UCSD study
Vaping does not help smokers quit, a study published Wednesday by UC San Diego researchers found, refuting a common misconception among tobacco and e-cigarette users.
For detail: nbcsandiego.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: msn.com
UCSD Study: Vaping Does Not Help Smokers Quit Using Tobacco Products
Vaping does not help smokers quit their vice, a study published Wednesday by UC San Diego researchers found, refuting a common misconception among tobacco and e-cigarette users.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: mi-reporter.com
Popularity of oral nicotine pouches prompts concerns
Mercer Island Youth and Family Services (MIYFS) counselors are starting to hear from local youth that oral nicotine pouches are becoming a popular alternative to vaping.
For detail: mi-reporter.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: kentuckylantern.com
Proposal for protecting KY kids from nicotine products draws cheers as children’s advocates rally
FRANKFORT — Hundreds rallied in the Capitol rotunda Wednesday for Children’s Advocacy Day, calling on lawmakers to pass youth vaping protections and other policies to improve the quality of life for Kentucky’s kids.
For detail: kentuckylantern.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: katu.com
Oregon lawmakers consider statewide ban on flavored nicotine products
SALEM, Ore. (KATU) — Lawmakers in Oregon are deliberating a bill prohibiting the sale of flavored nicotine products across the state.
For detail: katu.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: jamanetwork.com
Daily or Nondaily Vaping and Smoking Cessation Among Smokers
Findings In this cohort study of 6013 cigarette smokers in the US, compared with matched controls who did not vape, smoking cessation rates were significantly lower (5.
For detail: jamanetwork.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: evrimagaci.org
Health Officials Warn Of Rising E-Cigarette Use Among Thai Youths
Concerns are rising about the increasing use of e-cigarettes among children and youth in Thailand, as health officials warn of their potential dangers.
For detail: evrimagaci.org⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: einnews.com
Nicotine Replacement Therapy Market Projected To Witness Substantial Growth, 2025-2032: Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer Inc
The Latest study titled Global Nicotine Replacement Therapy Market 2025, published by Coherent Market Insights, provides valuable insights into both regional and global markets projected to grow in value from 2025 to 2032.
For detail: einnews.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: e.vnexpress.net
I can't stand breathing in cigarette smoke at red lights
Since Vietnam implemented Decree 168 on heavier traffic fines at the beginning of this year, drivers have become more mindful of traffic laws.
For detail: e.vnexpress.net⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: desmoinesregister.com
To protect children, Iowa vape directory law must be implemented
Along with adding important safety restrictions, the law would help retailers like me understand which products are legal to sell.
For detail: desmoinesregister.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: cspdailynews.com
Cigarette Volumes Continue to Decline
Polyusage, or cigarette consumers consuming other nicotine products, is increasing as cigarette volume is decreasing, Bonnie Herzog, managing director and senior consumer analyst at Goldman Sachs, New York, told a room full of convenience-store retailers and others who sell tobacco products at CSP’s Convenience Retailing University (CRU), The event took place Feb.
For detail: cspdailynews.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: cnbcafrica.com
Zimbabwe expects tobacco sales to rise 21% in 2025
Buyers examine bales at the start of the tobacco selling season, in Harare, Zimbabwe, March 30, 2022.
For detail: cnbcafrica.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: cbs8.com
Vaping not a viable solution for quitting tobacco, research says
SAN DIEGO — Vaping does not help smokers quit their vice, a study published Wednesday by UC San Diego researchers found, refuting a common misconception among tobacco and e-cigarette users.
For detail: cbs8.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: campussafetymagazine.com
Vaping and Students with Disabilities: How Schools Can Address the Risks
Vaping and Students with Disabilities: How Schools Can Address the Risks, e-cigarettes, addiction, autism, ADHD, behavioral health The impact of vaping on students with disabilities and their increased vulnerability is a critical topic that school administrators and school resource officers (SROs) must address.
For detail: campussafetymagazine.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: beaconjournal.com
Why is Tallmadge considering a pause in permitting new vaping, smoking shops?
Tallmadge residents may come to a March 13 public hearing to voice whether they feel Tallmadge City Council should place a six-month moratorium on accepting applications for vaping or smoking establishments within the city.
For detail: beaconjournal.com⇨Published Mar 05, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: 10tv.com
Ohio gets an ‘F’ for tobacco prevention funding, flavored tobacco products
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio received several “F” grades in a report card by the American Lung Association due to underfunding support for tobacco prevention programs.
For detail: 10tv.com⇨Published Mar 04, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: yahoo.com
Bill to increase taxes on e-cigarette products draws mixed opinions
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – E-cigarette users may soon be paying more at the cash register.
For detail: yahoo.com⇨Published Mar 04, 2025
[Vapes Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Dutch Urge EU to Get Tough on Vapes
Dutch junior health minister Vincent Karremans told the European Commission that the decision to delay legislation on new nicotine products is “harmful” in a letter sent to EU health chief Olivér Várhelyi after the commission decided to exclude tobacco-related legislation from its 2025 work program.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Taiwan Bill to Strengthen E-Cig Regs
Today, Taiwan’s Health Promotion Administration (HPA) proposed an amendment to the Tobacco Hazards Prevention Act (THP) to strengthen regulations against e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 04, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: thedailystar.net
Is smoking the problem, or that women are doing it?
Protesters burn the effigy of Home Affairs Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury near the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban in Dhaka on March 3, 2025, demanding his resignation.
For detail: thedailystar.net⇨Published Mar 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: theconversation.com
Retailers will soon need a licence to sell cigarettes.
Coral Gartner receives funding from Australian Research Council and the National Health and Medical Research Council.
For detail: theconversation.com⇨Published Mar 04, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: scot.nhs.uk
Free programme helps families create a smoke-free home
NHS Lanarkshire’s Quit Your Way Team has launched its latest programme as part of a research study to support Lanarkshire families in creating a smoke-free home.
For detail: scot.nhs.uk⇨Published Mar 04, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ox.ac.uk
Study reveals rise in smoking and drinking after separation
A new study by researchers at Oxford Population Health and Trinity College Dublin finds increased smoking and drinking during marital separation.
For detail: ox.ac.uk⇨Published Mar 04, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ophthalmologytimes.com
Cigarette smoking linked to reduced choroidal vascularity
The negative effects of smoking on ocular tissues are well known and include age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, contact lens-related keratitis, Graves’ ophthalmopathy ischemic optic neuropathy, and glaucoma.
For detail: ophthalmologytimes.com⇨Published Mar 04, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: onlymyhealth.com
Can Vaping Damage Your Vision? Eye Expert Shares How Nicotine Could Be Affecting Your Eyes Health
Is vaping bad for your eyes? An eye expert shares how nicotine affects vision and what you can do to minimise risks.
For detail: onlymyhealth.com⇨Published Mar 04, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
Concern over Montrose smoke shop's proximity to school sparks bills targeting e-cigarette sales, marketing
A smoke shop just feet away from a K-8 school in a Houston neighborhood has led to a state senator introducing a package of bills aimed at addressing e-cigarette sales and marketing.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Mar 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: kuer.org
Bid to repeal Utah’s flavored vape ban fails in House vote
Utah’s ban on flavored vapes and e-cigarette juice that’s tied up in court will remain on the books after lawmakers failed to pass a repeal.
For detail: kuer.org⇨Published Mar 04, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: fingerlakes1.com
New research explores effects of e-cigarette use on RNA expression
A new study from the University of Rochester Medical Center suggests that exclusive e-cigarette use may elevate carcinogenic cellular signaling pathways, potentially increasing the risk of cancer.
For detail: fingerlakes1.com⇨Published Mar 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: duvarenglish.com
Tobacco workers go on strike in western Turkey
Hundreds of workers at three tobacco factories in western Turkey's İzmir province have gone on strike after failed contract talks, demanding higher wages and better benefits.
For detail: duvarenglish.com⇨Published Mar 04, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: bloomberg.com
The Mysterious Billionaire Behind the World’s Most Popular Vapes
In the mid-aughts, when vaping was an obscure subculture and products weren’t widely available, its few aficionados would congregate online to swap information.
For detail: bloomberg.com⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: urmc.rochester.edu
Does E-Cigarette Use Increase the Risk of Cancer?
E-cigarette use, including vaping, is often seen as a safer and trendier alternative to traditional tobacco products.
For detail: urmc.rochester.edu⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
FCTC Slammed for Self-Congratulatory Approach
Last week, the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) – one of the biggest United Nations treaties in history – celebrated its 20th anniversary with WHO Director-General Dr.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: straitstimes.com
Police alerted HSA to over 4,000 cases of vaping from 2023 to 2024; one family reported own child
SINGAPORE – The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) received between 4,000 and 5,000 reports from the police regarding the possession or usage of e-vaporisers from 2023 to 2024.
For detail: straitstimes.com⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nlm.nih.gov
Daily or Nondaily Vaping and Smoking Cessation Among Smokers
Importance: An important public health goal is to increase tobacco cessation, but there is limited research on associations of vaping with tobacco cessation.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nippon.com
Japan Tobacco, Others Agree to Settle Canadian Litigation
Tokyo, March 3 (Jiji Press)--Japan Tobacco Inc., Philip Morris International Inc.
For detail: nippon.com⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nhk.or.jp
Japan Tobacco, two other cigarette makers to pay $22.5 bil. settlement in Canada
Japan Tobacco and two other cigarette makers have agreed to pay billions of dollars to settle a lawsuit in Canada.
For detail: nhk.or.jp⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: neurologyadvisor.com
Smoking Linked to Cryptogenic Ischemic Stroke in Young Adults
(HealthDay News) — Smoking and high-intensity smoking are associated with cryptogenic ischemic stroke (CIS) among adults aged 18 to 45 years, according to a study published online Feb.
For detail: neurologyadvisor.com⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: msn.com
Filthy and disgusting' footage proves we're losing our war on vapes
Footage of dozens of brightly-coloured vapes lying scattered by the side of a road has appalled Aussies, as the illegal e-cigarettes reportedly continue to flood into the country in record numbers.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
Does e-cigarette use increase the risk of cancer?
E-cigarette use, including vaping, is often seen as a safer and trendier alternative to traditional tobacco products.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: medicalxpress.com
Does e-cigarette use increase the risk of cancer?
E-cigarette use, including vaping, is often seen as a safer and trendier alternative to traditional tobacco products.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: marketscreener.com
Philip Morris wants to turn the page on tobacco and cigars
According to Bloomberg, Philip Morris is considering spinning off its cigar business in the US, as part of its transition to smokeless products.
For detail: marketscreener.com⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: malaymail.com
Singapore’s health minister assures parents who report children for vaping won’t face fines
SINGAPORE, March 3 — Children reported by their parents for vaping will not be fined, Minister of State for Health Rahayu Mahzam clarified in Parliament today.
For detail: malaymail.com⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: japantimes.co.jp
Japan Tobacco and others agree to settle Canadian litigation
Japan Tobacco, Philip Morris International and British American Tobacco have agreed to pay 32.5 billion Canadian dollars (¥3.4 trillion) to settle their litigation in Canada over health risks from tobacco products, Japan Tobacco said Monday.
For detail: japantimes.co.jp⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: euractiv.com
Dutch slam Commission over ‘harmful’ tobacco delays
The Dutch health minister is urging the Commission to put “comprehensive restrictions on flavours, maximum nicotine levels and plain packaging” on e-cigarettes and other nicotine products, according to a letter seen by Euractiv.
For detail: euractiv.com⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: dailymail.co.uk
Shock claim over the 'monster' tobacco war that has wreaked havoc across the country - with at least one innocent life lost as ruthless gangsters battle for control
A surge of illegal vapes and tobacco reaching Australian shores is a 'monster' that law enforcement could have stopped a decade ago.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: dailyfreepress.com
Mixed reactions follow Newton’s nicotine-free ordinance
After Newton’s nicotine sales ordinance took effect March 1, some voiced concerns over its impact on local businesses, while others praised it as a step toward reducing smoking rates.
For detail: dailyfreepress.com⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: courier-journal.com
Only tobacco and menthol vapes are legal to buy in Kentucky. Can flavored vapes be bought online?
Many Kentuckians may be affected by the new vape ban that took effect Jan. 1, 2025. Only a select number of vape products that are authorized by the Food and Drug Administration are legal to purchase in the state.
For detail: courier-journal.com⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: consumeraffairs.com
New research finds heart risks associated with e-cigarettes
Recent studies have raised significant concerns about the impact of vaping on heart health, challenging the perception that e-cigarettes are a safer alternative to traditional smoking.
For detail: consumeraffairs.com⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: civilbeat.org
Get Flavored Tobacco Products Off Our Shelves
My mother, aged 54, died of cancer of the esophagus. My father, aged 61, died of heart disease. My husband, aged 66, also died of heart disease.
For detail: civilbeat.org⇨Published Mar 03, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: abc.net.au
Tracking Australia's black-market tobacco from criminal smugglers to cigarette shops
Some of the stores Four Corners visited were selling packs for less than half the price of legal cigarettes. It takes less than 30 seconds after entering a store in Melbourne's south-eastern suburbs before we have a pack of illicit cigarettes in our hands.
For detail: abc.net.au⇨Published Mar 02, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: vapingpost.com
Recent False Claims on Vaping Risk Could Undermine Tobacco Harm Reduction
Alarmist media reports have falsely equated vaping with smoking, despite scientific evidence to the contrary.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Mar 02, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: thefinancialexpress.com.bd
Tobacco kills 0.16m annually in Bangladesh, experts say
Mentioning that some 0.16 million (1.61 lakh) people die every year due to tobacco consumption in Bangladesh, speakers at a seminar said the media should play a crucial role in countering the manipulative tactics of the tobacco industry.
For detail: thefinancialexpress.com.bd⇨Published Mar 02, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: glasgowguardian.co.uk
Vaping is a problem at the University of Glasgow
The use of disposable vapes has skyrocketed in recent years with an estimated 543,000 people in Scotland vaping, 7.7m single-use vapes being bought per week, and 5m disposable vapes being thrown away each week, as of 2023.
For detail: glasgowguardian.co.uk⇨Published Mar 01, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: thenews.com.pk
Philip Morris Pakistan begins local production of ZYN nicotine pouches
KARACHI: Philip Morris (Pakistan) Limited (PMPKL) has begun localising the production of ZYN oral nicotine pouches at its Sahiwal facility, marking a significant step in offering combustion-free alternatives to adult smokers.
For detail: thenews.com.pk⇨Published Mar 01, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: thenews.com.pk
Philip Morris Pakistan begins local production of ZYN nicotine pouches
KARACHI: Philip Morris (Pakistan) Limited (PMPKL) has begun localising the production of ZYN oral nicotine pouches at its Sahiwal facility, marking a significant step in offering combustion-free alternatives to adult smokers.
For detail: thenews.com.pk⇨Published Feb 28, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: urdupoint.com
چنیوٹ،گٹکا فروخت کرنے پر دکاندار کو جرمانہ عائد،
چنیوٹ (اُردو پوائنٹ اخبارتازہ ترین - اے پی پی۔ 28 فروری2025ء) ڈائریکٹر جنرل پنجاب فوڈ اتھارٹی محمد عاصم جاوید کی ہدایات پر فوڈ سیفٹی ٹیمز نے چنیوٹ میں واقع ملک شاپس،پان شاپس،نمک پیسنے والی چکی،دودھ بردار گاڑیوں اور برگر اینڈ شوارما پوائنٹس کو چیک کیا۔
urdupoint.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 28, 2025
[Tobacco Advertisement/Promotion]
Source: thenews.com.pk
Justin Bieber fuels drug rumours after smoking video on social media
The popstar seems to be having a little fun with the internet’s latest gossip. The Peaches singer, 30, took to Instagram on Thursday, February 27, sharing a video that appeared to poke fun at ongoing drug use rumors—without saying a single word.
For detail: thenews.com.pk⇨Published Feb 28, 2025
[Tobacco Tax and Price]
Source: pkrevenue.com
PTC Reports Rs 355 Billion in Cigarette Sales for 2024
Karachi, February 28, 2025 – Pakistan Tobacco Company (PTC) has reported cigarette sales worth Rs 355 billion for the financial year ending December 31, 2024.
For detail: pkrevenue.com⇨Published Feb 28, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: nawaiwaqt.com.pk
گٹکا تیار کرنے والی فیکٹری پر چھاپہ ‘6 ملزم گرفتار
لاہور(نامہ نگار)شاد باغ پولیس نے گٹکا تیار کرنے والی فیکٹری پر چھاپہ مار کر6 ملزمان فائز، عرفان، وجاہت، عاصم،امیر حمزہ اور کمال کو گرفتار کر کے قبضے سے270 کلو تیار گٹکا کنڈا اور سلنڈر سمیت دیگر سامان برآمد کر کے مقدمہ درج کر لیا ہے۔
nawaiwaqt.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 28, 2025
[Tobacco Harm Reduction]
Source: nation.com.pk
Philip Morris (Pakistan) builds local factory for ZYN Oral Nicotine Pouches
LAHORE - Philip Morris (Pakistan) Limited (PMPKL), one of the leading cigarette manufacturers in Pakistan, has taken a major step towards facilitating access to better combustion-free alternatives to adult smokers by localizing the manufacturing of ZYN Oral Nicotine Pouches at its Sahiwal facility.
For detail: nation.com.pk⇨Published Feb 28, 2025
[Tobacco Harm Reduction]
Source: express.pk
ٹوبیکو کے خطرات کم کرنے کی حکمت عملی اپنانا انتہائی ضروری ہے، وزیرمملکت
وزیر مملکت برائے خزانہ اور ریونیو علی پرویز ملک نے کہا ہے کہ ٹوبیکو کے خطرات کم کرنے کی حکمت عملی اپنانا پاکستان کے لیے انتہائی ضروری ہے، جدید ٹوبیکو ہارم ریڈکشن اسٹریٹجی سے پاکستان میں ٹوبیکو کی وجہ سے صحت پر اخراجات پر کمی پانے میں مدد ملے گی۔
express.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 28, 2025
[Awareness]
Source: express.com.pk
تمباکو نوشی کے نقصانات اور بچاؤ پر آگاہی ورک شاپ
پاکستان میں سالانہ ڈیڑھ لاکھ افراد تمباکو نوشی کے باعث ہلاک ہوتے ہیں، ذیشان دانش
express.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 28, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: dunya.com.pk
پولیس نے آئل ٹینکر سے لاکھوں مالیت کا بھارتی گٹکا پکڑلیا
میرپورخاص،پنگریو (بیورو رپورٹ،نمائندہ دنیا)پولیس کی جانب سے خفیہ اطلاع پر کامیاب کارروائی کرتے ہوئے بین الصوبائی اسمگلر گروہ کے ایک کارندے کو گرفتار کر لیا گیا، جبکہ آئل ٹینکر کے خفیہ خانوں سے 30 لاکھ روپے مالیت کا بھارتی گٹکا برآمد کر لیا گیا۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 28, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: dunya.com.pk
فیصل آباد(سٹی رپورٹر)لاکھوں روپے مالیت کے سگریٹ سے بھرا کارٹن چوری کر لیا گیا۔
تھانہ ریل بازار کے علاقے منٹگمری بازار میں ارشد نامی شہری کی جانب سے لاکھوں روپے مالیت کے سگریٹ اور دیگر سامان سے بھرا کارٹن رکھا گیا اور خود کال کرنے میں مصروف ہو گیا۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 28, 2025
[Tobacco Industry (TI)]
Source: dailytimes.com.pk
Philip Morris builds local factory for ZYN Oral Nicotine Pouches
Philip Morris (Pakistan) Limited (PMPKL), one of the leading cigarette manufacturers in Pakistan, has taken a major step towards facilitating access to better combustion-free alternatives to adult smokers by localizing the manufacturing of ZYN Oral Nicotine Pouches at its Sahiwal facility.
For detail: dailytimes.com.pk⇨Published Feb 28, 2025
[Vaping and Health]
Source: dailypakistan.com.pk
ویپنگ کتنی خطرناک ہے؟ نئی تحقیق میں ایسا انکشاف کہ آپ کبھی اس کو ہاتھ نہ لگائیں
لندن (ڈیلی پاکستان آن لائن) برطانیہ میں ہونے والی ایک نئی تحقیق میں انکشاف ہوا ہے کہ الیکٹرانک سگریٹ (ویپنگ) صحت کے لیے اتنا ہی خطرناک ہو سکتا ہے جتنا عام سگریٹ ہوتی ہے۔
dailypakistan.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 28, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dailypakistan.com.pk
گٹکا تیار کرنے والی فیکٹری پر چھاپہ،6 ملزمان گرفتار
لاہور(کر ائم رپو رٹر)شاد باغ پولیس کا گٹکا تیار کرنے والی فیکٹری پر چھاپہ مار کر6 ملزمان گرفتار کر لیے ترجمان کے مطابق شاد باغ پولیس نے خفیہ اطلاع پر کارروائی کرتے گٹکا تیار کرتے رنگے ہاتھوں فائز، عرفان، وجاہت،عاصم،امیر حمزہ اور کمال کو گرفتار کر کے ملزمان کے قبضہ سے 9 ڈرم 270 کلو تیار گٹکا کنڈا اور سلنڈر سمیت دیگر سامان برآمد کر کے مقدمہ درج کر لیا پولیس کا کہنا ہے کہ ملزمان لاہور سمیت دیگر اضلاع میں پابندی کے باوجود گٹکا تیار کر کے فروخت اور سپلائی کرتے تھے۔
dailypakistan.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 28, 2025
[Tobacco Industry (TI)]
Source: dailypakistan.com.pk
پاکستان میں ZYNاو ر ل نیکوٹن پاﺅچز کی مقامی پیداوار کا آغاز
کراچی (اسٹاف رپورٹر)فلپ مورس (پاکستان) لمیٹڈ نے تمباکو کے دھوئیں سے پاک بہتر متبادل فراہم کرنے کے لیے ایک اہم قدم اٹھاتے ہوئے ساہیوال میں ZYN اورل نیکوٹین پا_¶چز کی مقامی سطح پر تیاری کا آغاز کر دیا ہے۔
dailypakistan.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 28, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
سماجی تنظیم ثمر کی جانب سے حیدر آباد میں صحافیوں کے لئے تمباکو، سگریٹ ای سگریٹ کے نقصانات کے حوالے سے ورکشاپ
سماجی تنظیم ثمر کی جانب سے حیدر آباد میں صحافیوں کے لئے تمباکو، سگریٹ ای سگریٹ کے نقصانات کے حوالے سے ورکشاپ
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 27, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: ptv.com.pk
تمباکو کے نقصانات کم کرنے کی حکمت عملی اپنانا ضروری ہے، وزیرمملکت خزانہ
وزیر مملکت خزانہ علی پرویز ملک نے کہا ہے کہ تمباکو کے نقصانات کم کرنے کی حکمت عملی اپنانا پاکستان کے لیے انتہائی ضروری ہے۔
ptv.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 27, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: pakistantoday.com.pk
BAT warns of Rs34 billion tax revenue loss due to illicit cigarette trade
ISLAMABAD: British American Tobacco (BAT) has called on the government to reconsider its heavy taxation on smokeless products, including vapours, and to take stronger measures against the rising illicit cigarette trade.
For detail: pakistantoday.com.pk⇨Published Feb 27, 2025
[Tobacco Harm Reduction]
Source: mangobaaz.com
FDA Authorizes Zyn Nicotine Pouches: A Turning Point in Harm Reduction?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized the marketing of Zyn nicotine pouches as a reduced-risk alternative to traditional cigarettes, reinforcing the role of harm reduction in tobacco control.
For detail: mangobaaz.com⇨Published Feb 27, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dailypakistan.com.pk
ای سگریٹس اورنئی تمباکو مصنوعات نوجوانوں کیلئے خطرہ قرار
اسلام آباد(این این آئی)سپارک کے پروگرام مینیجر، ڈاکٹر خلیل احمد نے کہاہے کہ پاکستان کے نوجوانوں میں تمباکو نوشی کا بڑھتا ہوا رجحان، خاص طور پر ای سگریٹس اور دیگر نئی تمباکو مصنوعات کی مقبولیت۔
dailypakistan.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 27, 2025
[Tobacco Industry (TI)]
Source: brecorder.com
PMI Pakistan sets up factory for ZYN Oral Nicotine Pouches
KARACHI: Philip Morris (Pakistan) Limited (PMPKL) has taken a major step towards facilitating access to better combustion-free alternatives to adult smokers by localizing the manufacturing of ZYN Oral Nicotine Pouches at its Sahiwal facility.
For detail: brecorder.com⇨Published Feb 27, 2025
[Tobacco Harm Reduction]
Source: brecorder.com
PTC to drive awareness on Tobacco Harm Reduction
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tobacco Company Limited (PTC) Wednesday announced the launch of Omni™, a pioneering global platform designed to drive awareness and informed discussions around Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR).
For detail: brecorder.com⇨Published Feb 27, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: brecorder.com
$1bn revenue loss: Smuggled cigarettes termed biggest challenges
ISLAMABAD: Kingsley Wheaton, Chief Corporate Officer, British American Tobacco (BAT) said that only rationalization of excise duty on cigarettes would not work to control growing share of 54 percent of illicit cigarettes in market, but enforcement and regulatory regime needs to be further strengthened in Pakistan.
For detail: brecorder.com⇨Published Feb 26, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: urdupoint.com
نوجوانوں میں ای سگریٹس و دیگر نئی تمباکو مصنوعات کی مقبولیت ملک کے مستقبل کیلئے خطرہ بن رہی ہے،ڈاکٹرخلیل احمد
نئی تمباکو مصنوعات کی نگرانی و سگریٹ پر زیادہ ٹیکس عائد کرنا بین الاقوامی سطح پر ہمارا فرض ہے،پروگرام مینیجرسپارک کابیان اسلام آباد(اُردو پوائنٹ اخبارتازہ ترین - این این آئی۔
urdupoint.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 26, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: thenews.com.pk
Illegal cigarettes set on ablaze
MANSEHRA: The Regional Tax Office on Tuesday destroyed around 450,000 sticks of illegal, non-duty-paid, and smuggled cigarettes.
For detail: thenews.com.pk⇨Published Feb 26, 2025
[Tobacco Harm Reduction]
Source: propakistani.pk
Philip Morris (Pakistan) Limited Builds Local Factory for ZYN Oral Nicotine Pouches
Philip Morris (Pakistan) Limited (PMPKL), one of the leading cigarette manufacturers in Pakistan, has taken a major step towards facilitating access to better combustion-free alternatives to adult smokers by localizing the manufacturing of ZYN Oral Nicotine Pouches at its Sahiwal facility.
For detail: propakistani.pk⇨Published Feb 26, 2025
[Tobacco Harm Reduction]
Source: express.pk
ٹوبیکو کے خطرات کم کرنے کی حکمت عملی اپنانا انتہائی ضروری ہے، وزیرمملکت
وزیر مملکت برائے خزانہ اور ریونیو علی پرویز ملک نے کہا ہے کہ ٹوبیکو کے خطرات کم کرنے کی حکمت عملی اپنانا پاکستان کے لیے انتہائی ضروری ہے، جدید ٹوبیکو ہارم ریڈکشن اسٹریٹجی سے پاکستان میں ٹوبیکو کی وجہ سے صحت پر اخراجات پر کمی پانے میں مدد ملے گی۔
express.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 26, 2025
[Tobacco Harm Reduction]
Source: dailyurdutimes.com.pk
اسلام آباد (اردو ٹائمز) ٹوبیکو ہارم ریڈکشن حکمت عملی اپنانا پاکستان کے لیے انتہاہی ضروری ہے۔ علی پرویز ملک، وزیر مملکت برائے خزانہ، ریونیو
اسلام آباد (اردو ٹائمز) ٹوبیکو ہارم ریڈکشن حکمت عملی اپنانا پاکستان کے لیے انتہاہی ضروری ہے۔
dailyurdutimes.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 26, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: dailypakistan.com.pk
اوباڑو: پولیس آپریشن‘دو ٹرکوں سے گٹکا‘ نشہ آور چورن برآمد‘ ملزم گرفتار
آتے ہوئے2 ٹرکوں سے کو روک کر تلاشی لی،تو اس میں گٹکا اور پان پراگ میں استعمال ہونے والا نشہ آور چورن کے 280 پلاسٹک تھیلے برآمد ہوئے، پولیس نے 02 ملزمان کو دو مزدہ/ٹرک سمیت اپنی تحویل میں لے لیا۔
dailypakistan.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 26, 2025
[Tobacco Harm Reduction]
Source: dailyindependent.com.pk
Pakistan Tobacco Company Limited (PTC) Launches Omni™ in Pakistan to Advance Tobacco Harm Reduction
Islamabad, 25th February – Pakistan Tobacco Company Limited (PTC) today announced the launch of Omni™, a pioneering global platform designed to drive awareness and informed discussions around Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR).
For detail: dailyindependent.com.pk⇨Published Feb 26, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: dailyaftab.pk
سگریٹ نوشی کے بغیر پھیلنے والے پھیپھڑوں کے کینسر میں اضافہ، نئی تحقیق میں حیران کن وجہ سامنے آ گئی
سگریٹ نوشی پھیپھڑوں کے کینسر کا سب سے بڑا سبب ہے لیکن حالیہ تحقیق کے مطابق اس بیماری کی سب سے عام قسم ان افراد میں زیادہ پائی جا رہی ہے جو کبھی تمباکو نوشی نہیں کرتے۔
dailyaftab.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 26, 2025
[Tobacco Harm Reduction]
Source: app.com.pk
PTC launches Omni™ in Pakistan to advance tobacco harm reduction
ISLAMABAD, Feb 26 (APP): Pakistan Tobacco Company Limited (PTC) on Wednesday launched Omni™, a pioneering global platform designed to drive awareness and informed discussions around Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR).
For detail: app.com.pk⇨Published Feb 26, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: abc.net.pk
SPARC urges regulation of emerging tobacco products and higher taxes
ISLAMABAD: The rising trend of tobacco consumption, including emerging tobacco products such as e-cigarettes and other new tobacco products, poses a grave threat to Pakistan’s youth.
For detail: abc.net.pk⇨Published Feb 25, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: brecorder.com
FTT concerned over relentless growth of illegal cigarette trade, smuggling
ISLAMABAD: The Fair Trade in Tobacco (FTT) has raised serious concerns over the relentless growth of the illegal cigarette trade and rampant smuggling, which has reached an alarming 63% of the domestic market, according to a 2024 study.
For detail: brecorder.com⇨Published Feb 24, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: suchtv.pk
سگریٹ نوشی کا ایک اور بڑا نقصان سامنے آگیا
محققین نے پایا کہ زیادہ سگریٹ نوشی اس سے بھی بدتر ہے۔ 20 سال تک روزانہ ایک پیکٹ سے زیادہ سگریٹ پینے والے بالغوں میں فالج کا خطرہ سگریٹ نہ پینے والوں کے مقابلے میں چار گنا زیادہ ہوتا ہے۔
suchtv.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 24, 2025
[Awareness]
Source: jang.com.pk
Justin Bieber spends night out ‘smoking’ amid Hailey Bieber split rumors
On Sunday, February 23, Page Six reported that the 30-year-old Baby hitmaker was spotted enjoying a night out with comedian Dave Chappelle amid split rumors surrounding his marriage to Hailey Bieber.
For detail: jang.com.pk⇨Published Feb 24, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: express.pk
تمباکو نوشی نوجوانوں میں فالج کا خطرہ کئی گنا کردیتی ہے
ایک نئی تحقیق میں خبردار کیا گیا ہے کہ سگریٹ نوشی نوجوان بالغوں میں فالج کے خطرے کو دوگنا کردیتی ہے ۔
express.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 24, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: enews.hamariweb.com
Pakistan’s Smoking Crisis: Can Zyn’s FDA Authorization Help?
Pakistan has one of the highest smoking rates globally, with over 25 million tobacco users. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), tobacco-related diseases claim more than 160,000 lives in the country each year.
For detail: enews.hamariweb.com⇨Published Feb 24, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dunya.com.pk
چناب نگر میں گٹکے کی سرعام فروخت،پولیس خاموش
چناب نگر(نامہ نگار )گٹکے کی سرعام فروخت،نوجوان نسل گٹکے کے نشہ میں مبتلا ہونے لگی، چندپیسوں کے لالچ میں تاجران نوجوان نسل کے مستقبل سے کھیلنے لگے۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 23, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: nawaiwaqt.com.pk
حکومت تمباکو نوشی کے خاتمہ کیلئے اقدامات کو ترجیح بنائے: مقررین
بہاول پور (بیورو رپورٹ) ترک سگریٹ نوشی کے حوالے سے منعقدہ سیمینار سے خطاب کرتے ہوئے سماجی رہنما محمد جعفر‘ محمد جنید علی خان اور شہزاد الیاس نے وفاقی و صوبائی حکومتوں پر زور دیا ہے کہ وہ ملک بھر میں اضلاع کی سطح پر تمباکو نوشی چھوڑنے کی خدمات و سہولیات کی فراہمی کو ترجیح بنائیں تاکہ تمباکو کی بڑھتی وبا کا مقابلہ کیا جا سکے۔
nawaiwaqt.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 23, 2025
[Growers]
Source: dawn.com
Tobacco growers demand ‘fair’ price for their produce
SWABI: Farmers have appealed to the Pakistan Tobacco Board (PTB) and the federal minister for national food security and research to rationalise the minimum indicative price (MIP) for the upcoming purchasing season of the crop, thus enabling them to get appropriate price of their produce.
For detail: dawn.com⇨Published Feb 23, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dailypakistan.com.pk
غیر قانونی سگریٹ سے حکومت کو سالانہ 300ارب کا نقصان
ملتان(نیٹ نیوز)انسٹی ٹیوٹ فار پبلک اوپینین ریسرچ کے مطالعے میں یہ بات سامنے آئی ہے کہ پاکستان میں فروخت ہونے والے سگریٹ کے تقریباً 54 فیصد برانڈز غیر قانونی ہیں جس سے ٹیکسوں اور ڈیوٹیز کی مد میں سالانہ 300 ارب روپے کا نقصان ہوتا ہے۔
dailypakistan.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 23, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: dailypakistan.com.pk
سگریٹ نوشی کے بغیر پھیلنے والے پھیپھڑوں کے کینسر میں اضافہ، نئی تحقیق میں حیران کن وجہ سامنے آ گئی
واشنگٹن (ڈیلی پاکستان آن لائن) سگریٹ نوشی پھیپھڑوں کے کینسر کا سب سے بڑا سبب ہے لیکن حالیہ تحقیق کے مطابق اس بیماری کی سب سے عام قسم ان افراد میں زیادہ پائی جا رہی ہے جو کبھی تمباکو نوشی نہیں کرتے۔
dailypakistan.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 23, 2025
[Awareness]
Source: app.com.pk
Call for supporting anti-smoking drive
BAHAWALPUR, Feb 23 (APP):Speakers at the seminar have urged the government and civil society to support the efforts for quitting smoking which was injurious to health.
For detail: app.com.pk⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: urdupoint.com
غیرقانونی سگریٹ سے حکومت کو سالانہ 300 ارب روپے کا نقصان
لاہور(اُردو پوائنٹ اخبارتازہ ترین - این این آئی۔ 22 فروری2025ء)انسٹی ٹیوٹ فار پبلک اوپینین ریسرچ کے مطالعے میں یہ بات سامنے آئی ہے کہ پاکستان میں فروخت ہونے والے سگریٹ کے تقریباً 54 فیصد برانڈز غیر قانونی ہیں جس سے ٹیکسوں اور ڈیوٹیز کی مد میں سالانہ 300 ارب روپے کا نقصان ہوتا ہے۔
urdupoint.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: urdupoint.com
غیرقانونی سگریٹ سے حکومت کو سالانہ 300 ارب روپے کا نقصان
اسلام آباد (اُردو پوائنٹ اخبارتازہ ترین - این این آئی۔ 22 فروری2025ء) پاکستان میں فروخت ہونے والے سگریٹ کے تقریباً 54 فیصد برانڈز غیر قانونی ہیںجس سے ٹیکسوں اور ڈیوٹیز کی مد میں سالانہ 300 ارب روپے کا نقصان ہوتا ہے۔
urdupoint.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: tribune.com.pk
Over 400 cigarette brands in violation of rules: study
A new study conducted by the Institute for Public Opinion Research (IPOR) has uncovered a concerning lack of compliance with tobacco control regulations in Pakistan.
For detail: tribune.com.pk⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: nawaiwaqt.com.pk
پاکستان میں 54 فیصد سگریٹ غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت ہونے کا انکشاف
اسلام آباد(نمائندہ خصوصی)پاکستان میں کل سگریٹ مارکیٹ میں سے 54 فیصد سگریٹ غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت ہونے کا انکشاف ہوا ہے جبکہ413 سگریٹ برانڈز میں سے صرف 19 برانڈز پر ٹریک اینڈ ٹریس ٹیکس سٹیمپ موجود پائیگئی ہے۔
nawaiwaqt.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Track and Trace]
Source: mashriqtv.pk
پاکستان میں سگریٹ فروخت ہونے میں ٹریک اینڈٹریس سسٹم نظرانداز
ویب ڈیسک: پاکستان میں سگریٹ فروخت ہونے میں ٹریک اینڈٹریس سسٹم نظرانداز کیا گیا ہے، اس حوالے سے انسٹیٹیوٹ آف پبلک اوپینین ریسرچ نے رپورٹ جاری کردی، جس مِں کہا گیا ہے کہ ٹریک اینڈ ٹریس سسٹم نہ استعمال کرنے سے قومی خزانے کو اربوں روپے کا نقصان ہوا ہے، اور اس سلسلے میں سگریٹ انڈسٹری سے غیرقانونی سگریٹ کی فروخت اور ٹیکس چوری میں بڑا اضافہ ہوا ہے۔
mashriqtv.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: jang.com.pk
اے آر آئی کے تحت سگریٹ نوشی کے حوالے سے آگہی سیمینار
ملتان (سٹاف رپورٹر ) آلٹرنیٹو ریسرچ انیشٹیو (اے آر آئی) اور سن کنسلٹینٹ سروسز کے زیراہتمام سموکر آگاہی میٹنگ ”سگریٹ نوشی سے نجات زندگی بہتر“ کا انعقاد ڈسٹرکٹ ہیلتھ ڈویلپمنٹ سنٹر ملتان میں کیا گیا، میٹنگ میں سموکرز، سماجی ورکرز، ڈاکٹرز اور اے آ ر آ ئی اسلام آباد سے عہدے داروں نے شرکت کی، اس موقع پر سلطان محمود ، پروگرام ڈائریکٹر ڈاکٹر مہتاب احمد نے کہا کہ سگریٹ نوشی گلے کے کینسر کا سبب بنتی ہے۔
jang.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Track and Trace]
Source: jang.com.pk
ملک میں 54 فیصد سگریٹ کی غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت
اسلام آباد (کامرس رپورٹر) پاکستان میں 54 فیصد سگریٹ غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت ہو رہے ہیں جبکہ 413 سگریٹ برانڈز میں سے صرف 19 برانڈز پر ٹریک اینڈ ٹریس ٹیکس سٹیمپ موجود پائی گئی۔
jang.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: express.pk
پاکستان ریلوے نے لاہور کے مسافر خانے میں سگریٹ میں چرس بھرنے کے واقعے کی تردید کردی
پاکستان ریلوے نے سوشل میڈیا پر وائرل ہونے والی ویڈیو جس میں دکھایا گیا کہ ریلوے اسٹیشن لاہور کے مسافر خانے میں وینڈر سگریٹ میں چرس بھر رہا ہے، کی تردید کردی۔
express.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: express.pk
ایف بی آر نے سگریٹ سیکٹر میں اربوں روپے کی ٹیکس چوری پکڑ لی
ایف بی آر نے خفیہ اداروں کی رپورٹ پر نان ڈیوٹی پیڈ سگریٹ بنانے والی فیکٹری پر چھاپہ مارکر سگریٹ سیکٹر میں ملکی تاریخ کی سب سے بڑی اڑھائی ارب روپے کی فیڈرل ایکسائز ڈیوٹی چوری پکڑی لی۔
express.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dunya.com.pk
پارلیمنٹ کی عمارت میں تمباکو نوشی،تھوکنے پر پابندی عائد
اسلام آباد(مانیٹرنگ ڈیسک)سپیکرقومی اسمبلی سردار ایاز صادق نے پارلیمنٹ کی عمارت میں تمباکو نوشی،تھوکنے اور گند پھیلانے پر پابندی عائد کردی، تمباکو نوشی کی روک تھام اور پارلیمنٹ ہاؤس کی عمارت میں فضلہ کو مناسب طریقے سے ٹھکانے لگانے کی بھی ہدایت کی ہے ، اس حوالے سے مراسلہ بھی جاری کیا گیا ہے ۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: dunya.com.pk
پاکستان میں 54فیصد سگریٹ غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت ہونیکا انکشاف
اسلام آباد(دنیارپورٹ )پاکستان کی سگریٹ مارکیٹ میں 54فیصد سگریٹ غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت ہونے کا انکشاف ہوا ہے جبکہ413 سگریٹ برانڈز میں سے صرف 19برانڈز پر ٹریک اینڈ ٹریس ٹیکس سٹیمپ موجود پا ئی گئی ۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Tobacco Smuggling and Illicit Trade]
Source: dawn.com
Illicit cigarettes costing govt Rs300bn a year
ISLAMABAD: A study by the Institute for Public Opinion Research (IPOR) has revealed that around 54 per cent of cigarette brands sold in Pakistan were illicit, leading to a loss of around Rs300 billion annually in taxes and duties.
For detail: dawn.com⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dailypakistan.com.pk
ابوظہبی میں کوڑا اور سگریٹ پھینکنے پر جرمانوں میں اضافہ، خلاف ورزی پر 4 ہزار درہم تک جرمانہ ہوگا، تفصیلات سامنے آگئیں
ابوظہبی (ڈیلی پاکستان آن لائن) ابوظہبی کے محکمہ بلدیات اور ٹرانسپورٹ نے عوامی مقامات کی حفاظت کے ضوابط کے تحت کوڑا کرکٹ پھینکنے پر نظرثانی شدہ سزاؤں کا اعلان کر دیا ہے۔
dailypakistan.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: dailypakistan.com.pk
آپریشن،بھاری مقدار میں نان کسٹم پیڈ سگریٹ برآمد
خانیوال(نمائندہ پاکستان، نامہ نگار)ایف بی آر کا نان ڈیوٹی پیڈ سگریٹس کے خلاف کریک ڈان کاروائی کرتے ہوئے بھاری مقدار میں سگرٹ کے مختلف برانڈز کے 80 کارٹنز جن کی مالیت 40 لاکھ روپیے بنتی ہے کو تحویل میں لے لیا گیا۔
dailypakistan.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: dailypakistan.com.pk
پاکستان میں 54 فیصد سگریٹ غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت ہونے کا انکشاف
لاہور (ویب ڈیسک) انسٹیٹیوٹ آف پبلک اوپینین ریسرچ کی رپورٹ جاری کردی گئی، جس میں ٹریک اینڈ ٹریس سسٹم نہ استعمال کرنے سے قومی خزانے کو اربوں روپے کا نقصان اور سگریٹ انڈسٹری سے غیرقانونی سگریٹ کی فروخت، ٹیکس چوری میں تاریخ کا سب سے بڑا اضافہ ہوا ہے جبکہ پاکستان میں 54 فیصد سگریٹ غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت ہونے کا انکشاف ہوا ہے۔
dailypakistan.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: city42.tv
پاکستان ریلوے نے لاہور کے مسافر خانے میں سگریٹ میں چرس بھرنے کے واقعے کی تردید کردی
ویب ڈیسک: پاکستان ریلوے نے سوشل میڈیا پر وائرل ہونے والی ویڈیو جس میں دکھایا گیا کہ ریلوے اسٹیشن لاہور کے مسافر خانے میں وینڈر سگریٹ میں چرس بھر رہا ہے، کی تردید کردی۔
city42.tv :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 22, 2025
[Track and Trace]
Source: brecorder.com
Over 54pc of cigarette brands being sold illegally
ISLAMABAD: The sales of smuggled and non-duty paid illicit cigarettes has manifold increased in Pakistan, as over 54 percent of cigarette brands available in markets are non-compliant.
For detail: brecorder.com⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[Track and Trace]
Source: wenews.pk
پاکستان میں 54 فیصد سگریٹ غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت ہونے کا انکشاف
انسٹیٹیوٹ آف پبلک اوپینین ریسرچ کی تازہ ترین رپورٹ میں پاکستان میں 54 فیصد سگریٹ غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت ہونے کا انکشاف ہوا ہے۔
wenews.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: urdu.arynews.tv
پاکستان میں 54 فیصد سگریٹ غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت ہونے کا انکشاف
اسلام آباد : انسٹیٹیوٹ آف پبلک اوپینین ریسرچ کی تحقیق سامنے آگئی ، جس میں پاکستان میں 54 فیصد سگریٹ غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت ہونے کا انکشاف ہوا۔
urdu.arynews.tv :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[Track and Trace]
Source: samaa.tv
Pakistan faces huge financial loss as tobacco sector evades tax obligation
A recent study has revealed that Pakistan is losing an estimated Rs325billion annually in tax revenue from the tobacco sector.
For detail: samaa.tv⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[Track and Trace]
Source: propakistani.pk
54% of Cigarettes Sold Illegally in Pakistan: Survey
54 percent of cigarettes sold in Pakistan are illegal due to a lack of required tax stamps under the track and trace system, according to a survey conducted by the Institute for Public Opinion Research (IPOR).
For detail: propakistani.pk⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: nawaiwaqt.com.pk
حافظ آباد:گودام پر چھاپہ 5ہزار ساشے گٹکا تلف ‘ جرمانہ
حافظ آباد(نمائندہ نوائے وقت) حافظ آباد کے قریب کلیانوالہ پیرے داکوٹ میں فوڈ سیفٹی ٹیموں نے گودام پر چھاپہ مارا اور 5ہزار ساشے گٹکا تلف کر کے بھاری جرمانہ عائد کیا ۔
nawaiwaqt.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[CSR]
Source: jang.com.pk
پی ٹی سی ایل گروپ اور پنک کالر کی جانب سے خواتین کیلئے خصوصی کیرئیر فیئر کا انعقاد
لاہور(پ ر) پی ٹی سی ایل گروپ نے پاکستان میں خواتین کے لیے ایگزیکٹیو ملازمتوں کے حصول کے منفرد و مخصوص پلیٹ فارم، پنک کالر کے ساتھ اشتراک قائم کیا ہے، جس کی قیادت کامیاب کاروباری شخصیت اور پاکستان کی نمایاں ریکروٹر، زارا صاعقہ علی کرتی ہیں۔
jang.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[Track and Trace]
Source: english.aaj.tv
Over half of cigarettes sold in Pakistan are illegal, survey reveals
A shocking survey by the Institute of Public Opinion Research has revealed that 54% of cigarettes sold in Pakistan are illegal, leading to massive tax evasion and financial losses worth billions to the national exchequer.
For detail: english.aaj.tv⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dunya.com.pk
پالیسیوں کے نفاذ کیلئے تمباکو کنٹرول سیل کی بحا لی ناگزیر، ڈاکٹر بھرتھ
اسلام آباد(اپنے رپورٹر سے)موثر پالیسیوں کے نفاذ کے لئے تمباکو کنٹرول سیل کی بحالی ضروری ہے۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: dunya.com.pk
حافظ آباد :گودام سے 5ہزار ساشے گٹکا تلف ،بھاری جرمانہ
حافظ آباد (نمائندہ دُنیا )کلیانوالہ پیرے داکوٹ میں فوڈ سیفٹی ٹیموں نے گودام پر چھاپہ مارا اور 5ہزار ساشے گٹکا تلف کر کے بھاری جرمانہ عائد کیا ۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dunya.com.pk
کسٹمز انفورسمنٹ کا چھاپہ، 30کلو چھالیہ، ایک ہزار کلو سے زائد تمباکو برآمد
کراچی(مانیٹرنگ ڈیسک)پاکستان کسٹمز انفورسمنٹ نے چھاپہ مارکر کراچی کے علاقے لانڈھی کے گودام سے چھالیہ سمیت دیگر اشیا برآمد کرلیں۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dawn.com
PHC stops govt from taking action against tobacco board employees
PESHAWAR: Peshawar High Court has temporarily stopped federal government from taking any adverse action against employees of Pakistan Tobacco Board (PTB) including stoppage of their salaries till further order.
For detail: dawn.com⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: dailyurdutimes.com.pk
اسلام آباد (اردو ٹائمز) پاکستان میں 54 فیصد سگریٹ غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت ہونے کا انکشاف
اسلام آباد (اردو ٹائمز) پاکستان میں 54 فیصد سگریٹ غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت ہونے کا انکشاف 413 سگریٹ برانڈز میں سے صرف 19 برانڈز پر ٹریک ینڈ ٹریس ٹیکس موجود پائ گی۔
dailyurdutimes.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[CSR]
Source: dailypakistan.com.pk
پی ٹی سی ایل گروپ اور پنک کالر کا خواتین کیلئے خصوصی کیرئیر فیئر کا انعقاد
Remaining Time -9:50 ادارے، پی ٹی سی ایل گروپ (پی ٹی سی ایل و یوفون 4G) نے پاکستان میں خواتین کے لیے ایگزیکٹیو ملازمتوں کے حصول کے منفرد و مخصوص پلیٹ فارم، پنک کالر (Pink Collar) کے ساتھ اشتراک قائم کیا ہے، جس کی قیادت کامیاب کاروباری شخصیت اور پاکستان کی نمایاں ریکروٹر، زارا صاعقہ علی کرتی ہیں۔
dailypakistan.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: brecorder.com
‘Govt committed to take all possible steps to curb tobacco use’
ISLAMABAD: The Prime Minister’s Coordinator on Health, Dr Malik Mukhtar Ahmad Bharath has expressed the government’s strong resolve to take all possible steps to curb tobacco use.
For detail: brecorder.com⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: bolnews.com
پاکستان میں 54 فیصد سگریٹ غیرقانونی طور پر فروخت ہونے کا انکشاف
انسٹیٹیوٹ آف پبلک اوپینین ریسرچ کی تحقیق سامنے آگئی، سگریٹ انڈسٹری میں ٹریک اینڈ ٹریس سسٹم کی موجودہ صورتحال پر سروے رپورٹ جاری کی گئی جس کے مطابق غیر قانونی سگریٹ کی فروخت سے قومی خزانے کو 325 ارب روپے کا نقصان ہورہا ہے۔
bolnews.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[Awareness]
Source: app.com.pk
پاکستان میں 3 کروڑ 20 لاکھ افراد سگریٹ نوشی کرتے ہیں،سلطان محمود
ملتان ۔ 21 فروری (اے پی پی):الٹرنیٹو ریسرچ انیشٹیو(ARI)اور SUNکنسلٹینٹ سروسز کے زیراہتمام سموکر آگاہی کے حوالے سے ”سگریٹ نوشی سے نجات زندگی بہتر“ کے موضوع پر سیمینار کا انعقاد ڈسٹرکٹ ہیلتھ ڈویلپمنٹ سنٹر ملتان میں ہوا۔
app.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 21, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: aaj.tv
پاکستان میں 54 فیصد سگریٹ غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت ہونے کا انکشاف
انسٹیٹیوٹ آف پبلک اوپینین ریسرچ کی رپورٹ جاری کردی گئی، جس میں ٹریک اینڈ ٹریس سسٹم نہ استعمال کرنے سے قومی خزانے کو اربوں روپے کا نقصان اور سگریٹ انڈسٹری سے غیرقانونی سگریٹ کی فروخت، ٹیکس چوری میں تاریخ کا سب سے بڑا اضافہ ہوا ہے جبکہ پاکستان میں 54 فیصد سگریٹ غیر قانونی طور پر فروخت ہونے کا انکشاف ہوا ہے۔
aaj.tv :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 20, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: urdupoint.com
کسٹمز انفورسمنٹ کا چھاپہ؛ 30 کلو چھالیہ، ایک ہزار کلو سے زائد تمباکو برآمد
کراچی (اُردو پوائنٹ اخبارتازہ ترین - این این آئی۔ 20 فروری2025ء)پاکستان کسٹمز انفورسمنٹ نے انسداد اسمگلنگ مہم کے چھاپہ مارکر کراچی کے علاقے لانڈھی کے گودام سے چھالیہ سمیت دیگر اشیا برآمد کرلیں۔
urdupoint.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 20, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: sabahnews.net
تمباکو پر کنٹرول کیلئے پالیسیوں کا موثر نفاذ ضروری ہے: ڈاکٹرمختار احمد
اسلام آ باد(صباح نیوز)موثر پالیسیوں کے نفاذ کے لئے تمباکو کنٹرول سیل کی بحالی ضروری ہے۔ سگریٹ پر موجودہ فیڈرل ایکسائز ڈیوٹی عالمی ادارہ صحت کے مقرر کردہ معیار سے کم ہونے کی وجہ سے غیر قانونی تجارت کو فروغ ملتا ہے۔
sabahnews.net :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 20, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: minutemirror.com.pk
Govt committed to strengthening tobacco control measures, says PM’s health coordinator
ISLAMABAD: Dr. Malik Mukhtar Ahmad Bharath, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Health, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to stopping tobacco use in all its forms, keeping in view the protection of young people from the new trend of nicotine addiction.
For detail: minutemirror.com.pk⇨Published Feb 20, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: express.pk
کسٹمز انفورسمنٹ کا چھاپہ؛ 30 کلو چھالیہ، ایک ہزار کلو سے زائد تمباکو برآمد
پاکستان کسٹمز انفورسمنٹ نے انسداد اسمگلنگ مہم کے چھاپہ مارکر کراچی کے علاقے لانڈھی کے گودام سے چھالیہ سمیت دیگر اشیا برآمد کرلیں۔
express.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 20, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: citynews.com.pk
Stronger Regulations on Tobacco and Emerging Nicotine Products Urged to Safeguard Youth Health
‘Tobacco and emerging nicotine products’ consumption has been increasing among the youth due to operational obstacle in tobacco control laws and policies is Sindh’, participants of a policy dialogue on tobacco control concluded.
For detail: citynews.com.pk⇨Published Feb 20, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: app.com.pk
PM’s aide expresses govt’s resolve to curb tobacco use in all forms
ISLAMABAD, Feb 20 (APP):Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Health Dr Malik Mukhtar Ahmad Bharath has expressed his strong resolve to play role in curbing tobacco use and applauded efforts made for tobacco control in Pakistan.
For detail: app.com.pk⇨Published Feb 19, 2025
[Vaping and Health]
Source: thenews.com.pk
UK to probe health impact of vaping on children as young as eight
A man holds an electronic cigarette as he vapes at a Vape Shop in Monterrey, Mexico, February 1, 2019. — Reuters A man holds an electronic cigarette as he vapes at a Vape Shop in Monterrey, Mexico, February 1, 2019.
For detail: thenews.com.pk⇨Published Feb 19, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: nation.com.pk
Keamari police raid gutka mawa factory in old Golimar, two arrested
KARACHI - The Anti-Street Crime Cell of district Keamari police, acting on a tip off, raided an abandoned house in Old Golimar, uncovering a factory involved in the production of hazardous gutka/mawa.
For detail: nation.com.pk⇨Published Feb 19, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: enews.hamariweb.com
ICC Champions Trophy 2025:
3. Betel Nuts, Paan & Gutka – Say No to Chewing Items! Chewing items like betel nuts, paan, and gutka are completely banned at National Stadium Karachi.
For detail: enews.hamariweb.com⇨Published Feb 19, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔ ثمرہ عارف پروگرام مینیجر المصطفی ویلفیئر سوسائٹی
سی ٹی سی پاک وفاقی اور صوبائی حکومتوں سے اپیل کرتا ہے کہ اپنے زیر انتظام علاقوں میں ایسی سرگرمیاں روکنے کے لیے اقدامات کرے۔ صدر
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 19, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔ ثمرہ عارف پروگرام مینیجر المصطفی ویلفیئر سوسائٹی
انتظامیہ ایسی سرگرمیاں رکنے کے لیے اقدامات کرے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 19, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
CTC-Pak Expresses Concern Over Vape Expo Pakistan 2025, Calls Stronger Steps
Coalition for tobacco control Pakistan (CTC- pak) a project of the society for alternative media and research (SAMAR) has strongly condemed the recently held vape expo Pakistan 2025 in Lahore.
For detail: ctcpak.org⇨Published Feb 19, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
سی ٹی سی پاک کا لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے ثمرا عارف
انتظامیہ ایسی سرگرمیاں رکنے کے لیے اقدامات کرے : ڈاکٹر عابد علی
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 19, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
CTC-Pak Expresses Concern Over Vape Expo Pakistan 2025, Calls for Stronger Tobacco Control Measures
Coalition for tobacco control Pakistan (CTC- pak) a project of the society for alternative media and research (SAMAR) has strongly condemed the recently held vape expo Pakistan 2025 in Lahore.
For detail: ctcpak.org⇨Published Feb 19, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔ ثمرہ عارف پروگرام مینیجر المصطفی ویلفیئر سوسائٹی
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان (سی ٹی سی پاک) قومی سطح پر سو سے زائد سول سوسائٹی آرگنائزیشن کا اتحاد ہے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 19, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔ ثمرہ عارف پروگرام مینیجر المصطفی ویلفیئر سوسائٹی
انتظامیہ ایسی سرگرمیاں رکنے کے لیے اقدامات کرے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 19, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
سی ٹی سی پاک کا لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے ثمرا عارف
انتظامیہ ایسی سرگرمیاں رکنے کے لیے اقدامات کرے : ڈاکٹر عابد علی
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 18, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: urdupoint.com
سگریٹ سیکٹر میں ملکی تاریخ کی سب سے بڑی ٹیکس چوری پکڑی گئی
اسلام آباد (اُردو پوائنٹ اخبارتازہ ترین - این این آئی۔ 18 فروری2025ء)ایف بی آر نے خفیہ اداروں کی رپورٹ پر نان ڈیوٹی پیڈ سگریٹ بنانے والی فیکٹری پر چھاپہ مارکر سگریٹ سیکٹر میں ملکی تاریخ کی سب سے بڑی اڑھائی ارب روپے کی فیڈرل ایکسائز ڈیوٹی چوری پکڑی لی۔
urdupoint.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 18, 2025
[Vaping and Health]
Source: tribune.com.pk
Promoting vaping!
Vaping, it is claimed, is less harmful than smoking. But can it be denied that it is still dangerous? In fact, deaths have been reported from a severe respiratory disease due to vaping i.e.
For detail: tribune.com.pk⇨Published Feb 18, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: jang.com.pk
نجی سوسائٹی میں واقع گھر میں گودام پر چھاپہ، بھاری مقدار میں بھارت سے اسمگل گٹکا برآمد
کراچی ( اسٹاف رپورٹر) کسٹمز انفورسمنٹ کلکٹریٹ کراچی نے نجی سوسائٹی میں واقع گھر میں قائم گودام پر چھاپہ مارکر بھاری مقدار میں بھارت سے اسمگل ہونے والا مضرصحت گٹکا برآمد کرلیا ، گودام سے اسمگل شدہ مختلف بھارتی برانڈز کے مضرصحت گٹکا کی 136بوریاں برآمد ہوئی ہیں مالیت 2کروڑ روپے سے زائد ہے۔
jang.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 18, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: express.pk
سگریٹ سیکٹر میں ملکی تاریخ کی سب سے بڑی ٹیکس چوری پکڑی گئی
ایف بی آر نے خفیہ اداروں کی رپورٹ پر نان ڈیوٹی پیڈ سگریٹ بنانے والی فیکٹری پر چھاپہ مارکر سگریٹ سیکٹر میں ملکی تاریخ کی سب سے بڑی اڑھائی ارب روپے کی فیڈرل ایکسائز ڈیوٹی چوری پکڑی لی۔
express.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 18, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: dunya.com.pk
اسمگل بھارتی گٹکا ضبط
کراچی (اسٹاف رپورٹر) ڈپٹی کلکٹر اینٹی اسمگلنگ محمد رضا نقوی کی قیادت میں اینٹی اسمگلنگ اسکواڈ نے گھر میں قائم گودام میں سے 136 بیگز اسمگل انڈین ساختہ مضر صحت گٹکا جس کی مالیت 2 کروڑ روپے ہے ضبط کرلیا۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 18, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dailypakistan.com.pk
بھارت سے بڑی مقدار میں اسمگل ہونے والا گٹکا برآمد
کراچی (اسٹاف رپورٹر)پاکستان کسٹمز انفورسمنٹ کراچی نے یومیہ بنیادوں پر انسداد اسمگلنگ مہم کے تحت موصولہ خفیہ اطلاع پر ایک کارروائی کے دوران بڑی مقدار میں بھارت سے اسمگل ہونے والا مضرصحت گٹکا برآمد کرلیا۔
dailypakistan.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 18, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
قومی سطح پر ایک سو سے زائد سول سوسائٹی آرگنائزیشن کا اتحاد ہے
کولیشن پارٹ ٹو بیکو کنٹرول (سی ٹی سی پاک) لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 18, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
سی ٹی سی پاک کا لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے ثمرا عارف
کولیشن پارٹ ٹو بیکو کنٹرول (سی ٹی سی پاک) لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 18, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔ ڈاکٹر عابد علی عابد
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان (سی ٹی سی پاک) قومی سطح پر سو سے زائد سول سوسائٹی آرگنائزیشن کا اتحاد ہے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 18, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
CTC-pak raises concerns over vape expo Pakistan 2025, urges stronger tobacco regulation
Coalition for tobacco control Pakistan (CTC- pak) a project of the society for alternative media and research (SAMAR) has strongly condemed the recently held vape expo Pakistan 2025 in Lahore.
For detail: ctcpak.org⇨Published Feb 18, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔ ڈاکٹر عابد علی عابد
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 18, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔ ڈاکٹر عابد علی عابد
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان (سی ٹی سی پاک) قومی سطح پر سو سے زائد سول سوسائٹی آرگنائزیشن کا اتحاد ہے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 18, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: brecorder.com
Huge quantity of gutka seized
KARACHI: The Enforcement Collectorate Karachi has seized a huge quantity of smuggled Indian-manufactured gutka worth Rs 20 million approx from a warehouse located in Bahria Town, Karachi.
For detail: brecorder.com⇨Published Feb 17, 2025
[Tobacco Harm Reduction]
Source: vapebazaar.pk
Different Disposable Vape Types and Their Features
Disposable vapes have taken the vaping world by storm, offering a hassle-free and easy-to-use alternative to traditional vape kits.
For detail: vapebazaar.pk⇨Published Feb 17, 2025
[Vaping and Health]
Source: tribune.com.pk
Activists warn against vaping promotion
The Provincial Alliance for Sustainable Tobacco Control Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa has expressed its deep concern over the recently held Vape Expo Pakistan 2025 in Lahore, which took place from February 7 to 9.
For detail: tribune.com.pk⇨Published Feb 17, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: pakistantoday.com.pk
Since PTC pulled their vaping product, Vuse, from the market, nearly all of the vapes being sold in Pakistan are illegally smuggled. With a criminally unregulated market to play around in, just how big is this business?
On the weekend of February 7th, Lahore was hosting its annual Book Expo. Major publishers, bookstores, and importers had set up elaborate stalls at the Expo Centre in Johar Town.
For detail: pakistantoday.com.pk⇨Published Feb 17, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: nawaiwaqt.com.pk
کیمیکل ملی نسوار کے استعمال پر پابندی لگانے کیلئے اقدامات شروع
خانیوال (جنرل رپورٹر)حکومت پنجاب نے خانیوال سمیت صوبہ بھر میں کیمیکل ملی نسوار کے استعمال پر پابندی لگانے کیلئے اقدامات شروع کردیئے ہیں ذرائع کے مطابق حکومت کے علم میں یہ بات آئی ہے کہ پنجا ب بھر میں کیمیکل ملی نسوار کی فروخت جاری ہے جو کینسر سمیت دیگر مہلک بیماریوں کا سبب بن رہی ہے صوبہ پنجاب میں پابندی عائد کرنے پر غور کیا جارہا ہے۔
nawaiwaqt.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 17, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔ ثمرہ عارف پروگرام مینیجر المصطفی ویلفیئر سوسائٹی
انتظامیہ ایسی سرگرمیاں رکنے کے لیے اقدامات کرے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 17, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: aitadal.com.pk
پاکستان کسٹمز انفورسمنٹ کراچی نے یومیہ بنیادوں پر انسداد اسمگلنگ مہم کے تحت موصولہ خفیہ اطلاع پر ایک کارروائی کے دوران بڑی مقدار میں بھارت سے اسمگل ہونے والا مضرصحت گٹکا برآمد کرلیا۔
ڈپٹی کلکٹر کسٹمز انفورسمنٹ رضا نقوی کے مطابق یہ چھاپہ موصول ہونے والی ایک خفیہ اطلاع پر کراچی کی ایک نجی سوسائٹی میں واقع گھر میں قائم گودام پر مارا گیا۔
aitadal.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 16, 2025
[Other Tobacco News]
Source: nawaiwaqt.com.pk
پاکستان ٹوبیکو بورڈ کی تحلیل، تمباکو سے حاصل ہونے والے محصولات کیلئے خطرہ ،ماہرین
اسلام آباد(خبرنگار)پاکستان ٹوبیکو بورڈ کی تحلیل، تمباکو سے حاصل ہونے والے محصولات کے لیے خطرہ ہے ماہرین نے وفاقی حکومت کی جانب سے پاکستان ٹوبیکو بورڈ (پی ٹی بی)کو تحلیل کرنے کے فیصلے سے مالی سال 2024-25 اور اس کے بعد کے محصولات کے اہداف متاثر ہونے کا خدشہ ظاہر کیا ہے۔
nawaiwaqt.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 16, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: nation.com.pk
Banned salt, 2,150 packets of gutka seized
FAISALABAD - The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) seized 2,000 kilogram banned salt and 2,150 packets of gutka from different parts of Faisalabad.
For detail: nation.com.pk⇨Published Feb 16, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: dunya.com.pk
گٹکا فیکٹری پر چھاپہ
کراچی(اسٹاف رپورٹر)تھانہ پاکستان بازار پولیس نے سیکٹر 12 ایل میں رہائشی عمارت کی بالائی منزل پر گٹکا فیکٹری پر چھاپہ مارکر ملزمان محمد جمیل اور محمد فرحان کو گرفتار کرکے گٹکا اورسامان برآمد کرلیا۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 15, 2025
[Other Tobacco News]
Source: nawaiwaqt.com.pk
ماہرین تمباکو سیکٹر کے ریگولیٹری اختیارات صوبائی حکومتوں کو منتقل کرنے پر تحفظات
لاہور(کامرس رپورٹر)ماہرین نے وفاقی حکومت کی جانب سے پاکستان ٹوبیکو بورڈ (پی ٹی بی) کو تحلیل کرنے کے فیصلے سے مالی سال 2024-25 اور اس کے بعد کے محصولات کے اہداف متاثر ہونے کا خدشہ ظاہر کیا ہے۔
nawaiwaqt.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 15, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: nation.com.pk
Cause of Cancer: Gutka
The consumption of Gutka has become a major health hazard in the Lasbela region. Gutka, a type of tobacco also known as betel nut, is made from the Areca palm, which is native to South Asia.
For detail: nation.com.pk⇨Published Feb 14, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: thenews.com.pk
French parliament votes to ban disposable e-cigarettes
PARIS: The French parliament on Thursday voted to ban single-use electronic cigarettes, arguing that they are gateways to tobacco addiction for teenagers and harmful to the environment.
For detail: thenews.com.pk⇨Published Feb 14, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dunya.com.pk
کراچی(اسٹاف رپورٹر)تھانہ پی آئی بی پولیس کا کامیاب کومبنگ/سرچ آپریشن، اسٹریٹ کرمنل اور گٹکا ماوا فروش گرفتار کرلیا۔
پولیس نے گزشتہ شب نشتر بستی میں سرچ آپریشن کے دوران کارروائی کرکے دو ملزمان کو گرفتار کیا۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 14, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: dailyausaf.com
عوامی مقامات پر شیشہ نوشی: اسلام آباد ہائیکورٹ نے عملدرآمد رپورٹ طلب کر لی
اسلام آباد (محمد ابراہیم عباسی) اسلام آباد ہائیکورٹ نے عوامی مقامات پر شیشہ نوشی سے متعلق عدالتی فیصلے پر عملدرآمد اور اس کے طریقہ کار کے تعین کے لیے دائر درخواست پر سماعت کی۔
dailyausaf.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 14, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول کا ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار، فیاز احمد گھاڑا
حکومت اپنے زیر انتظام علاقہ میں ایسی سرگردیاں روکنے کے لیے اقدامات کرے فیاز احمد
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 14, 2025
[Tobacco Industry (TI)]
Source: arynews.tv
Cheap cigarettes will continue taking market share: JTI
Japan Tobacco International expects a shift towards cheaper cigarette brands in the United States to reach more than 40% of the market by 2027, its finance chief told Reuters.
For detail: arynews.tv⇨Published Feb 13, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: urdupoint.com
بفہ پولیس نے سوشل میڈیا پر سگریٹ اور چرس کے ساتھ ویڈیو اپلوڈ کرنے والے ملزم کو گرفتار کر لیا
مانسہرہ (اُردو پوائنٹ اخبارتازہ ترین - اے پی پی۔ 13 فروری2025ء) بفہ پولیس نے سوشل میڈیا پر سگریٹ اور چرس کے ساتھ ویڈیو اپلوڈ کرنے والے ملزم کو گرفتار کر لیا۔
urdupoint.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 13, 2025
[Tobacco Harm Reduction]
Source: propakistani.pk
FDA Authorizes Zyn Nicotine Pouches, Is Pakistan Lagging Behind?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized the marketing of Zyn nicotine pouches as a reduced-risk alternative to traditional cigarettes, marking a significant step forward in tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: propakistani.pk⇨Published Feb 13, 2025
[Tobacco Harm Reduction]
Source: goodtimes.com.pk
The Hidden Costs of Smoking in Pakistan: Why FDA’s ZYN Nicotine Pouch Authorization Matters
Research from University College London (UCL) reveals that smoking significantly reduces life expectancy – by 17 minutes per cigarette for men and 22 minutes for women.
For detail: goodtimes.com.pk⇨Published Feb 12, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: dunya.com.pk
بچوں کو تمباکو نقصانات سے بچانے کیلئے اجتماعی اقدامات ضروری:سپارک
بچوں کو تمباکو نقصانات سے بچانے کیلئے اجتماعی اقدامات ضروری:سپارک اسلام آباد(کامرس رپورٹر)غیر سرکاری تنظیم سوسائٹی فار دی پروٹیکشن آف دی رائٹس آف دی چائلڈ (سپارک) نے حکومت کی تمباکو کنٹرول میں نمایاں کامیابیوں کو سراہا اور کہا۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 12, 2025
[Tobacco Tactics]
Source: dunya.com.pk
سعودی عرب:تمباکو مصنوعات ، انرجی ڈرنکس کی فروخت سے متعلق ضوابط جاری
ریاض(اے پی پی) سعودی عرب کی وزارت بلدیات نے کریانہ سٹورز اور مرکزی مارکیٹوں میں تمباکو مصنوعات اور انرجی ڈرنکس کی فروخت سے متعلق ضوابط جاری کر دئیے ۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 12, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dunya.com.pk
سعودیہ نے تمباکو مصنوعات، انرجی ڈرنکس کی فروخت سے متعلق ضوابط جاری کردیئے
ریاض: (ویب ڈیسک) سعودی عرب نے کریانہ سٹورز اور مرکزی مارکیٹوں میں تمباکو مصنوعات اور انرجی ڈرنکس کی فروخت سے متعلق ضوابط جاری کر دیئے۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 12, 2025
[Vaping and Health]
Source: dentalnews.pk
Vaping alters oral microbiome, elevating infection risk: Findings
In recent years, e-cigarettes have surged in popularity, often perceived as a safer alternative to traditional smoking.
For detail: dentalnews.pk⇨Published Feb 12, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔ جواد بخار ی
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان (سی ٹی سی پاک) قومی سطح پر سو سے زائد سول سوسائٹی آرگنائزیشن کا اتحاد ہے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: propakistani.pk
Pakistan’s Missed Opportunity? The Urgent Need to Regulate Oral Nicotine Pouches
The recent authorization of ZYN oral nicotine pouches by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) marks a major step forward in tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: propakistani.pk⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Vaping and Health]
Source: dentalnews.pk
Vape Tongue: Top dentist warns of disturbing new condition caused by vaping
Excessive vaping can cause a complete loss of taste, warns leading UK dentist, as new health risks linked to e-cigarettes emerge Vape Tongue: Top dentist warns of disturbing new condition caused by vaping A leading UK dentist has issued a warning about a little-known condition known as "vape tongue," which can result in a complete loss of taste due to excessive vaping.
For detail: dentalnews.pk⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
ملک میں ای سگریٹ کا عفریب اپنے پنجے گاڑ رہا ہے : نوشین
کولیشن فار ٹو بیکو کنٹرول پاکستان لاہور میں ہونے والی عیپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتی ہے۔
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
قصور، کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان (سی ٹی سی پاک) قومی سطح پر سو سے زائد سول سوسائٹی آرگنائزیشن کا اتحاد ہے
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان (سی ٹی سی پاک) قومی سطح پر سو سے زائد سول سوسائٹی آرگنائزیشن کا اتحاد ہے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
المصطفی ویلفیئر سوسائٹی کا لاہور میں بے ویپ ایکس پو پر اظہار تشویش
عوام کی صحت پر ترجیح دیں، حکومت ایسی سرگرمیاں روکنے کے لیے اقدامات کریں
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
ملک میں ای سگریٹ کا عفریب اپنے پنجے گاڑ رہا ہے : نوشین
کولیشن فار ٹو بیکو کنٹرول پاکستان لاہور میں ہونے والی عیپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتی ہے۔
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
قصور، کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان (سی ٹی سی پاک) قومی سطح پر سو سے زائد سول سوسائٹی آرگنائزیشن کا اتحاد ہے
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان (سی ٹی سی پاک) قومی سطح پر سو سے زائد سول سوسائٹی آرگنائزیشن کا اتحاد ہے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان (سی ٹی سی پاک) قومی سطح پر سو سے زائد سول سوسائٹی آرگنائزیشن کا اتحاد ہے
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان (سی ٹی سی پاک) قومی سطح پر سو سے زائد سول سوسائٹی آرگنائزیشن کا اتحاد ہے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔ جواد بخار ی
کی سی ٹی سی پاک وفاقی اور صوبائی حکومتوں سے اپیل کرتا ہے کہ اپنے زیر انتظام علاقوں میں ایسی سرگرمیاں روکنے کے لیے اقدامات کرے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
قصور، کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان (سی ٹی سی پاک) قومی سطح پر سو سے زائد سول سوسائٹی آرگنائزیشن کا اتحاد ہے
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان (سی ٹی سی پاک) قومی سطح پر سو سے زائد سول سوسائٹی آرگنائزیشن کا اتحاد ہے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
سی ٹی سی پاک کا لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے ثمرا عارف
سی ٹی سی پاک وفاقی اور صوبائی حکومتوں سے اپیل کرتا ہے کہ اپنے زیر انتظام علاقہ میں ایسی سرگرمیاں رکنے کے لیے اقدامات کرے۔ صدر پروگرام مینیجر المصطفی ویلفیئر سوسائٹی
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔ جواد بخار ی
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔ جواد بخار ی
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔ جواد بخار ی
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔ جواد بخار ی
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک لاہور میں ہونے والی ویپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتا ہے۔ جواد بخار ی
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
ملک میں ای سگریٹ کا عفریب اپنے پنجے گاڑ رہا ہے : نوشین
کولیشن فار ٹو بیکو کنٹرول پاکستان لاہور میں ہونے والی عیپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتی ہے۔
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
ملک میں ای سگریٹ کا عفریب اپنے پنجے گاڑ رہا ہے : نوشین
کولیشن فار ٹو بیکو کنٹرول پاکستان لاہور میں ہونے والی عیپ ایکسپو پر تشویش کا اظہار کرتی ہے۔
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 11, 2025
[Awareness]
Source: bbc.com
سگریٹ،تمباکو نوشی، پان، چھالیہ، گٹکے، غیر متوازن غذا کے استعمال سے سر اور گردن کے کینسرکا خطرہ لاحق ہوتا ہے،ماہرین
سر اور گردن کے سرطان سے متعلق آگاہی کی ضرورت ہے، بروقت تشخیص کے ذریعے اس مرض سے بچائو ممکن ہے، ڈاکٹر صدف ضیا سول اسپتال میں تشخیص اور علاج کی سہولت فراہم کی جاتی ہے،اس وقت سول اسپتال میں مختلف قسم کے کینسر کے 6 ہزار سے زائد کیسز رجسٹرڈ ہیں،ڈاکٹرخالدبخاری۔
bbc.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 10, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: thenews.com.pk
Hong Kong to ban vaping in public by mid-2026
HONG KONG: Hong Kong will ban the possession and use of e-cigarette cartridges in public by mid-2026, the city´s top health official said on Sunday as the government pushed ahead with its anti-tobacco agenda.
For detail: thenews.com.pk⇨Published Feb 10, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: startuppakistan.com.pk
Pakistan Must Follow the U.S. Lead in Regulating Nicotine Pouches
Pakistan faces a severe smoking crisis, with one of the highest smoking-related death rates in South Asia – 91.1 per 100,000 people – far exceeding the regional (78.1) and global (72.
For detail: startuppakistan.com.pk⇨Published Feb 10, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: nawaiwaqt.com.pk
تمباکو نوشی تمام نشوں کی ماں ہے:ڈاکٹر طاہر شاہین
چونیاں(نامہ نگار خصوصی) ضلعی صدر ڈاکٹر ایسوسی ایشن ڈاکٹر طاہر شاہین نے سیمینار سے خطاب کرتے ہوئے کہاتمباکو نوشی تمام نشوں کی ماں ہے۔
nawaiwaqt.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 10, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: nation.com.pk
SPARC calls for joint action to protect children from tobacco harms
ISLAMABAD - The Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC) has commended the Government of Pakistan for its significant achievements in tobacco control, which stand as a testament to its commitment to protecting public health and safeguarding future generations from the harmful effects of tobacco use.
For detail: nation.com.pk⇨Published Feb 10, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز پر مکمل پابندی
ملک بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں نکوٹین اور تمباکو پر مبنی مصنوعات پر پابندی ہونی چاہیی۔ ثمرا عارف
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 09, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: nation.com.pk
SHO suspended for demanding bribe from gutka mafia
KARACHI - A Station House Officer (SHO) Shah Latif police station has been suspended for ‘demanding’ bribe from the gutka mafia.
For detail: nation.com.pk⇨Published Feb 09, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: jang.com.pk
سمگل شدہ سگریٹس کی خرید و فروخت سے قومی خزانے کو بھاری نقصان
کوئٹہ(اسٹاف رپورٹر)غیر رجسٹرڈ اور بغیر ڈیوٹی پیڈ سگریٹ برانڈز کی بھرمار،قومی خزانے کو سالانہ اربوں روپے کا ٹیکہ تفصیلات کے مطابق ملک میں غیرقانونی سگریٹ کی تجارت سے قومی خزانے کو سالانہ 70 سے 80 ارب روپے کا نقصان ہورہا ہےپاکستان ٹوبیکو کمپنی کے مطابق سگریٹ کی ڈبی کی کم سے کم قانونی قیمت 130روپے ہے جبکہ مارکیٹ میں سگریٹ کا ایک پیکٹ 90 روپے میں بھی فروخت ہورہا ہے۔
jang.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 09, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dunya.com.pk
راہزن،گٹکا فروش گرفتار
کراچی(اے پی پی) بریگیڈ پولیس نے خداداد کالونی کے قریب مختلف کارروائیاں کرتے ہوئے اسٹریٹ کرائمز اور گٹکا فروشی میں ملوث 3ملزمان کو گرفتار کرکے موٹر سائیکل،اسلحہ ،تیار گٹکا ماوابرآمد کرلیا۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 08, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: urdu.arynews.tv
کراچی: گٹکا مافیا سے رشوت مانگنے والا ایس ایچ او شاہ لطیف معطل
کراچی: ایڈیشنل آئی جی نے اے آر وائی نیوز کی خبر پر ایکشن لیتے ہوئے گٹکا مافیا سے رشوت کا مطالبہ کرنے والے ایس ایچ او شاہ لطیف ارشد اعوان کو معطل کر کے عہدے میں تنزلی کر دی۔
urdu.arynews.tv :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 08, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: thenews.com.pk
Decision to dissolve Pakistan Tobacco Board challenged
PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court (PHC) was moved on Friday against the federal government’s decision to dissolve the Pakistan Tobacco Board (PTB) and transfer its authority to the provinces.
For detail: thenews.com.pk⇨Published Feb 08, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: jang.com.pk
پاکستان ٹوبیکو بورڈ تحلیل فیصلہ چیلنج، پشاورہائی کورٹ نے فریقین سے جواب طلب کرلیا
پشاور(نیوز رپورٹر) وفاقی حکومت کیجانب سے پاکستان ٹوبیکو بورڈکوتحلیل کرکے اسے صوبوں کو منتقل کرنے کا فیصلہ پشاورہائیکورٹ میں چیلنج کردیاگیا ہے اور اس حوالے سے دو الگ الگ رٹ درخواستوں پر دورکنی بنچ نے فریقین کو نوٹس جاری کرکے جواب طلب کرلیا ہے ۔
jang.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 08, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: jang.com.pk
ایس ایچ او تھانہ شاہ لطیف کی گٹکا ماوا ڈیلر سے مبینہ رشوت طلبی، ایس ایس پی ملیر نے شوکاز نوٹس جاری کردیا
کراچی ( اسٹاف رپورٹر )ایس ایچ او تھانہ شاہ لطیف ٹاؤن انسپکٹر محمد ارشد اعوان کی گٹکا ماوا ڈیلر سے مبینہ طور پر رشوت طلبی کی آڈیو وائرل ہو گئی۔
jang.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 08, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dunya.com.pk
ایس ایچ او شاہ لطیف رشوت کیلئے گٹکا فروش کو ڈراتا رہا،شوکاز جاری
ایس ایچ او شاہ لطیف رشوت کیلئے گٹکا فروش کو ڈراتا رہا،شوکاز جاری کراچی(اسٹاف رپورٹر)ایس ایچ او شاہ لطیف ارشد اعوان کی گٹکا مافیا کے گرفتار کارندوں کی رہائی کیلئے رشوت وصول کرنے کی مبینہ آڈیو سامنے آنے پر ۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 08, 2025
[Cessation]
Source: dunya.com.pk
فلم ‘ٹومب رائیڈر’ کے ٹریننگ سیشنز میں سگریٹ چھوڑے :انجلینا جولی
لاس اینجلس (شوبزڈیسک )ہالی ووڈ کی معروف اداکارہ انجلینا جولی نے سانٹا باربرا انٹرنیشنل فلم فیسٹیول میں فلمی نقاد لیونارڈ مالٹن کے ساتھ سوال و جواب کے ایک سیشن میں اعتراف کیا۔
dunya.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 08, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dinanews.pk
پنجاب حکومت کا تعلیمی اداروں میں تمباکو، نکوٹین مصنوعات پر مکمل پابندی لگا دی
جہلم: پنجاب حکومت نے طلبا و طالبات کی صحت کے تحفظ کے لیے ایک بڑا اور تاریخی اقدام اٹھاتے ہوئے تمام سرکاری اور نجی تعلیمی اداروں میں سگریٹ، ویپ، ہینڈ ٹوبیکو پروڈکٹس، نکوٹین پاؤچز سمیت تمام تمباکو اور نشہ آور مصنوعات پر فوری اور مکمل پابندی عائد کر دی ہے۔
dinanews.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 08, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dawn.com
PHC seeks govt response to pleas against plan to dissolve tobacco board
PESHAWAR: Peshawar High Court has issued notices to federal and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa governments seeking their response to pleas challenging the ongoing process to dissolve the Pakistan Tobacco Board (PTB) and it devolution to provinces.
For detail: dawn.com⇨Published Feb 08, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: dailykhabrain.com.pk
انجلینا جولی سگریٹ کی لت سے دور کیسے گئیں؟
ہالی ووڈ کی معروف اداکارہ انجلینا جولی نے اپنی ایک پرانی بری عادت کے بارے میں بات کی ہے۔
dailykhabrain.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 08, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
تعلیمی اداروں میں نکوٹن اور تمباکو پر مبنی مصنوعات پر پابندی ہونی چاہیے،،: ذیشان دانش
ملک بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں نکوٹن اور تمباکو پر مبنی مصنوعات پر پابندی ہونی چاہیے، وفاق اور دیگر صوبے بھی پنجاب کی تقلید کریں، ثمرا عارف
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 08, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فارٹ ٹو بیکو کنٹرول پاکستان پنجاب بھر کی تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے، ذیشان دانش
کولیشن فارٹ ٹو بیکو کنٹرول پاکستان پنجاب بھر کی تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 08, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
پنجاب بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے، ذیشان دانش
ملک بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں نکوٹن اور تمباکو پر مبنی مصنوعات پر پابندی ہونی چاہیے، وفاق اور دیگر صوبے بھی پنجاب کی تقلید کریں، ثمرا عارف۔
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 08, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: arynews.tv
SHO suspended for demanding bribe from gutka mafia
KARACHI: A Station House Officer (SHO) Shah Latif police station has been suspended for ‘demanding’ bribe from the gutka mafia, ARY News reported.
For detail: arynews.tv⇨Published Feb 07, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: nawaiwaqt.com.pk
پنجاب حکومت کا تعلیمی اداروں میں تمباکو ، نکوٹین مصنوعات پر مکمل پابندی لگانے کا فیصلہ
اسلام آباد(خبرنگار)پنجاب حکومت کا تمام تعلیمی اداروں میں تمباکو اور نکوٹین مصنوعات پر فوری طور پر مکمل پابندی کا فیصلہ کرلیا گیا پنجاب حکومت نے طلبا وطالبات کی صحت کے تحفظ کے لئے بڑا قدم اٹھاتے ہوئے تمام سرکاری اور پرائیویٹ تعلیمی اداروں میں سگریٹ، ویپ، ہیٹڈ ٹوبیکو پروڈکٹس اور نکوٹین پاچز سمیت تمام تمباکو اور نکوٹین مصنوعات پر فوری اور مکمل پابندی عائد کر دی ہے حکومت پنجاب کا یہ تاریخی اقدام تمباکو سے پاک تعلیمی ماحول کی فراہمی کے عزم کو ظاہر کرتا ہے۔
nawaiwaqt.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 07, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: k21news.pk
کراچی:اینٹی اسٹریٹ کرائم سیل ضلع کیماڑی گٹکا ماوا کے خلاف کارروائیاں جاری
کراچی:کارخانے سے مضر صحت گٹکا ماوا، چھالیہ، چونا، پتی، چھالیہ و دیگر سامان برآمد،حکام ایس ایس پی کیماڑی کیپٹن (ر) فیضان علی کی ہدایات پر اینٹی اسٹریٹ کرائم سیل ضلع کیماڑی گٹکا ماوا کے خلاف کارروائیاں جاری ہیں۔
k21news.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 07, 2025
[Cessation]
Source: jang.com.pk
انجلینا جولی نے سگریٹ نوشی کیسے چھوڑی؟
ہالی ووڈ کی معروف اداکارہ انجلینا جولی نے اپنی ایک پرانی بری عادت کے بارے میں بات کی ہے۔
jang.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 07, 2025
[Tobacco Advertisement/Promotion]
Source: gnnhd.tv
Angelina Jolie opens up about quitting smoking
The 49-year-old actress revealed that she used to smoke two packs of cigarettes a day before she starred as Lara Croft in ‘Tomb Raider’.
For detail: gnnhd.tv⇨Published Feb 07, 2025
[Vaping and Health]
Source: ctcpak.org
The hidden dangerous of vaping: Protecting are youth from a growing threat
In he said heards weeping has gained significant popularrity especially among young people, fueled by its portrayal as a safer alternative to smoking.
For detail: ctcpak.org⇨Published Feb 07, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
پنجاب بھر کی تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے، ذیشان دانش
ملک بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں نکوٹن اور تمباکو پر مبنی مصنوعات پر پابندی ہونی چاہیے، وفاق اور دیگر صوبے بھی پنجاب کی تقلید کریں، ثمرا عارف
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 07, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
پنجاب بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے، ذیشان دانش
پنجاب بھر کی تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 07, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فارٹ ٹو بیکو کنٹرول پاکستان پنجاب بھر کی تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے، ذیشان دانش
کولیشن فارٹ ٹو بیکو کنٹرول پاکستان پنجاب بھر کی تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 07, 2025
[Awareness]
Source: bolnews.com
SPARC calls for collective action to safeguard children from tobacco harms
Islamabad: The Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC) has commended the Government of Pakistan for its significant achievements in tobacco control, which stand as a testament to its commitment to protecting public health and safeguarding future generations from the harmful effects of tobacco use.
For detail: bolnews.com⇨Published Feb 07, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: bolnews.com
سپارک کا بچوں کو تمباکو نقصانات سے بچانے کیلئے اجتماعی اقدامات پر زور
سوسائٹی فار دی پروٹیکشن آف دی رائٹس آف دی چائلڈ (سپارک) نے بچوں کو تمباکو نقصانات سے بچانے کے لیے اجتماعی اقدامات پر زور دیا ہے۔
bolnews.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 07, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: app.com.pk
SPARC calls for collective action to safeguard children from tobacco harms
ISLAMABAD, Feb 07 (APP):The Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC) has commended the Government of Pakistan for its significant achievements in tobacco control, which stand as a testament to its commitment to protecting public health and safeguarding future generations from the harmful effects of tobacco use.
For detail: app.com.pk⇨Published Feb 07, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: app.com.pk
عوامی صحت کے تحفظ اور مستقبل کی نسلوں کو تمباکو کے مضر اثرات سے بچانے کی حکومتی کوششیں قابل ستائش ہیں،ڈاکٹر خلیل احمدویٹامن اور سپلیمنٹس خریدیں
اسلام آباد۔7فروری (اے پی پی):بچوں کے حقوق کے تحفظ کے لئے کام کرنے والی غیر سرکاری تنظیم سوسائٹی فار دی پروٹیکشن آف دی رائٹس آف دی چائلڈ(سپارک)نے حکومت پاکستان کی تمباکو کنٹرول میں نمایاں کامیابیوں کو سراہا ہے جو عوامی صحت کے تحفظ اور مستقبل کی نسلوں کو تمباکو کے مضر اثرات سے بچانے کے عزم کا ثبوت ہیں۔
app.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 07, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: academiamag.com
Total Tobacco Ban in Punjab Educational Institutions
The Punjab Government has taken a groundbreaking step in public health by implementing a complete ban on all tobacco and nicotine products—including cigarettes, vapes, heated tobacco products, and nicotine pouches—within all public and private educational institutions across the province.
For detail: academiamag.com⇨Published Feb 06, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: wenewsenglish.pk
Pakistan’s Punjab Govt Bans Tobacco, Nicotine Products in Educational Institutions
ISLAMABAD: In a landmark public health initiative, the Punjab Government has imposed a complete ban on all tobacco and nicotine products, including cigarettes, vapes, heated tobacco products, and nicotine pouches, in all public and private educational institutions across the province.
For detail: wenewsenglish.pk⇨Published Feb 06, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: urdupoint.com
تمباکو کا استعمال سماجی و اقتصادی بحران کی صورت اختیار کر چکا ہےم اے آر آئی
حیدرآباد (اُردو پوائنٹ اخبارتازہ ترین - اے پی پی۔ 06 فروری2025ء) آلٹرنیٹیو ریسرچ انیشیٹیو (اے آر آئی)اور اس کی ممبر تنظیموں نے وفاقی و صوبائی حکومتوں پر زور دیا ہے کہ وہ ملک بھر میں اضلاع کی سطح پر تمباکونوشی چھوڑنے کی خدمات و سہولیات کی فراہمی کو ترجیح بنائیں تاکہ تمباکو کی بڑھتی وبا کا مقابلہ کیا جا سکے۔
urdupoint.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 06, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: suchtv.pk
پنجاب کے تعلیمی اداروں میں سگریٹ پینے پر پابندی عائد کردی گئی۔
دوسری جانب وزیراعلیٰ پنجاب مریم نواز کا کینسر سے بچاؤکے عالمی دن پر پیغام میں کہناتھاکہ کینسر کی تشخیص اور علاج کے بارے میں عوامی شعور و آگاہی ضروری ہے اور پاکستان میں کینسر کے باعث ہونے والی شرح اموات تشویشناک ہے۔
suchtv.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 06, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: jang.com
مکان میں قائم گٹکا ماوا فیکٹری پر چھاپہ
کراچی (اسٹاف رپورٹر ) اورنگی ٹاؤن پولیس نے مچھلی مارکیٹ میں مکان میں قائم گٹکا ماوا فیکٹری پر چھاپہ مار کر بھاری مقدار میں گٹکا ماوا، چھالیہ و دیگر سامان برآمد کرلیا گیا جبکہ ملزمان فرار ہوگئے۔
jang.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 06, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: e.jang
مکان میں قائم گٹکا ماوا فیکٹری پر چھاپہ
کراچی (اسٹاف رپورٹر ) اورنگی ٹاؤن پولیس نے مچھلی مارکیٹ میں مکان میں قائم گٹکا ماوا فیکٹری پر چھاپہ مار کر بھاری مقدار میں گٹکا ماوا، چھالیہ و دیگر سامان برآمد کرلیا گیا جبکہ ملزمان فرار ہوگئے۔
e.jang :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 06, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: dinanews.pk
پنجاب کے تعلیمی اداروں میں سگریٹ پینے پر پابندی عائد
سکول ایجوکیشن ڈیپارٹمنٹ پنجاب نے تمام ایجوکیشن اتھارٹیز کو ہدایت کا نوٹی فکیشن جاری کردیا ہے۔ نوٹی فکیشن کے مطابق سرکاری و پرائیوٹ سکولوں میں نشہ آور اشیا کے استعمال پر پاپندی ہو گی۔
dinanews.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 06, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
پنجاب بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے، ذیشان دانش
ملک بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں نکوٹن اور تمباکو پر مبنی مصنوعات پر پابندی ہونی چاہیے، وفاق اور دیگر صوبے بھی پنجاب کی تقلید کریں، ۔عابد علی عابد
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 06, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز پر مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے
ملک بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں نکوٹین اور تمباکو پر مبنی مصنوعات پر پابندی ہونی چاہیی۔ ذیشان دانش
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 06, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
پنجاب بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے، ذیشان دانش
حکومت سول سوسائٹی اور دیگر سٹیک ہولڈرز کے باہمی تعاون سے ہی تمباکو اور نکوٹین سے پاک ماحول بنانے کی منزل کو پایا جا سکتا ہے، ثمرا عارف۔
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 06, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
پنجاب بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے، ذیشان دانش
ملک بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں نکوٹن اور تمباکو پر مبنی مصنوعات پر پابندی ہونی چاہیے، وفاق اور دیگر صوبے بھی پنجاب کی تقلید کریں، ۔عابد علی عابد
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 06, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن پارٹ ٹو بیکو کنٹرول پاکستان پنجاب بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز پر مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے۔ ذیشان دانش
کولیشن پارٹ ٹو بیکو کنٹرول پاکستان پنجاب بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز پر مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے۔ ذیشان دانش
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 06, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
پنجاب بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے، ذیشان دانش
ملک بھر کے تعلیمی اداروں میں نکوٹن اور تمباکو پر مبنی مصنوعات پر پابندی ہونی چاہیے، وفاق اور دیگر صوبے بھی پنجاب کی تقلید کریں، ثمرا عارف۔
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 06, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
تعلیمی اداروں میں نکوٹن اور تمباکو پر مبنی مصنوعات پر پابندی ہونی چاہیے،،: ذیشان دانش
کولیشن فار ٹو بیکو کنٹرول پاکستان تعلیمی اداروں میں دے پورنکوٹن پاؤچز پر مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 05, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: urdupoint.com
اسمبلیاں الیکٹرانک سگریٹ کے خلاف بل پاس کرے، رفیع احمد
کراچی (اُردو پوائنٹ اخبارتازہ ترین - این این آئی۔ 05 فروری2025ء)الیکٹرانک سگریٹ ( ویپ)عام ہونے کی وجہ سے معاشرتی، سماجی اور صحت کے مسائل بڑھ رہے ہیں یہ بات گزشتہ روز تنظیم فرینڈز آف اینٹی نارکوٹکس آف سندھ (فانوس)کے صدر رفیع احمد نے پریس کانفرنس کرتے ہوئے کہی۔
urdupoint.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 05, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: urdu.geo
تمباکو نوشی سے ہمیشہ دور رہنے والوں میں پھیپھڑوں کا کینسر کیوں عام ہوتا جا رہا ہے؟
پھیپڑوں کا کینسر دنیا میں سرطان کی سب سے زیادہ عام قسم ہے اور عموماً تمباکو نوشی کے عادی افراد میں اس کا خطرہ بہت زیادہ ہوتا ہے۔
urdu.geo :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 05, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: thenews.com
Tobacco use banned in schools across Punjab
LAHORE:School Education Department (SED) Punjab has imposed an immediate and complete ban on use on all tobacco and nicotine products, including emerging products (i.e.
For detail: thenews.com⇨Published Feb 05, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: nawaiwaqt.com
سرکاری و نجی سکولوں میں نشہ آور اشیاء کے استعمال پر پابندی عائد
لاہور (لیڈی رپورٹر) محکمہ سکول ایجوکیشن نے سرکاری اور پرائیویٹ سکولوں میں نشہ آور اشیاء کے استعمال پر مکمل پابندی عائد کر دی۔
nawaiwaqt.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 05, 2025
[Vaping and Health]
Source: nation.com
Awareness walk held to mark World Cancer Day
The staff of Timergara Medical College (TMC) and TTH organized an awareness walk on the hospital premises to mark World Cancer Day.
For detail: nation.com⇨Published Feb 05, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: jang.com
مکان میں گٹکا ماوا تیار کرنے والے کارخانے پر چھاپہ، 6 ملزمان گرفتار
کراچی ( اسٹاف رپورٹر )پاکستان بازار پولیس نے مکان میں گٹکا ماوا تیار کرنے والے کارخانے پر چھاپہ مار کر 6ملزمان کو گرفتار کر لیا ،پولیس کے مطابق ملزمان تھرانی گوٹھ کے علاقے میں واقع مکان میں بھاری تعداد میں مضرصحت گٹکا ماوا تیار کررہے تھے،پولیس نے خفیہ اطلاع پر کارخانے پر چھاپہ مار کاروائی کرتے ہوئے ملزمان کو رنگے ہاتھوں گرفتار کیا،کارخانے سے 300 پڑیاں اور 51 کلو تیار گٹکا ماوا، چھالیہ، تمباکو، چونا، کیمکل،ڈرم، ٹپ اور دیگر سامان برآمد ہوا۔
jang.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 05, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dunya.com
سکولوں میں سگریٹ، ویپس تمباکو،نکوٹین پاؤچز کے استعمال پر سخت کارروائی ہوگی :مراسلہ جاری
سکولوں میں سگریٹ، ویپس تمباکو،نکوٹین پاؤچز کے استعمال پر سخت کارروائی ہوگی :مراسلہ جاری لاہور(ایجوکیشن رپورٹر)سکول ایجوکیشن ڈیپارٹمنٹ نے سرکاری و پرائیویٹ سکولوں میں نشہ آور اشیا کے استعمال پر پابندی عائد کردی۔
dunya.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 05, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: dunya.com
گٹکاماوا کے کارخانے پر چھاپہ
کراچی(اے پی پی)تھانہ پاکستان بازار پولیس نے تھرانی گوٹھ میں گٹکاماوا تیار کرنے والے کارخانے پر چھاپہ مار کر6ملزمان کو گرفتار کرکے 300 پڑیاں اور 51کلو تیار گٹکا ماوا، چھالیہ، تمباکواور دیگر سامان برآمدکرلیا۔
dunya.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 05, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dailypakistan.com
تعلیمی ادارو ں میں نشہ آور اشیاء استعمال کرنے پر پابندی
ملتان، وہاڑی(سٹاف رپورٹر، بیورو رپورٹ) محکمہ سکول ایجوکیشن نے سرکاری اور پرائیویٹ سکولوں میں نشہ آور اشیا کے استعمال پر مکمل پابندی عائد کر دی بتایاگیا ہے کہ تمام تعلیمی اداروں میں منشیات کے استعمال کے خلاف زیرو ٹالرنس پالیسی نافذ کی گئی ہیاس پالیسی کے تحت سگریٹ، ویپس، تمباکو، نیکوٹین پاوچز اور دیگر نیکوٹین پراڈکٹس کے استعمال پر مکمل پابندی ہوگی۔
dailypakistan.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 05, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dailypakistan.com
پنجاب کے تعلیمی اداروں میں سگریٹ پینے پرپابندی عائد
لاہور (مانےٹرنگ ڈےسک)پنجاب کے تعلیمی اداروں میں سگریٹ پینے پرپابندی عائد کردی گئی۔محکمہ تعلیم پنجاب کا کہنا ہے کہ تعلیمی اداروں میں منشیات کا استعمال روکنے کیلئے زیرو ٹالرنس پالیسی ہے۔
dailypakistan.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 05, 2025
[Other Tobacco News]
Source: dailyaaj.com
تمباکو نوشی سے ہمیشہ دور رہنے والوں میں پھیپھڑوں کا کینسر کیوں عام ہوتا جا رہا ہے؟
پھیپڑوں کا کینسر دنیا میں سرطان کی سب سے زیادہ عام قسم ہے اور عموماً تمباکو نوشی کے عادی افراد میں اس کا خطرہ بہت زیادہ ہوتا ہے۔
dailyaaj.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 05, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: dailyaaj.com.pk
تمباکو نوشی سے ہمیشہ دور رہنے والوں میں پھیپھڑوں کا کینسر کیوں عام ہوتا جا رہا ہے؟
پھیپڑوں کا کینسر دنیا میں سرطان کی سب سے زیادہ عام قسم ہے اور عموماً تمباکو نوشی کے عادی افراد میں اس کا خطرہ بہت زیادہ ہوتا ہے۔
dailyaaj.com.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: vocalpakistan.com
Zero Tolerance: Punjab Government Bans Tobacco & Nicotine Use in All Schools & Colleges–Notification Issued
Punjab Bans Tobacco & Nicotine Use in All Educational Institutions – A Major Step Towards a Drug-Free Future: In a landmark move to promote a healthier and drug-free educational environment, the Government of Punjab, School Education Department, has officially imposed a complete ban on tobacco and nicotine products across all public and private educational institutions in the province.
For detail: vocalpakistan.com⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: urdu.geo
پنجاب کے تعلیمی اداروں میں سگریٹ پینے پرپابندی عائد
محکمہ تعلیم پنجاب کا کہنا ہے کہ تعلیمی اداروں میں منشیات کا استعمال روکنے کیلئے زیرو ٹالرنس پالیسی ہے۔
urdu.geo :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: tribune.com
Protest against police in Korangi
A large number of people protested against the police outside the Korangi Industrial Area police station and demanded the transfer of the entire police force, including the SHO.
For detail: tribune.com⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: samaa.tv
Punjab bans smoking in govt, private schools
The Punjab government has announced a ban on smoking and the use of tobacco-related products in all government and private schools across the province.
For detail: samaa.tv⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Tobacco Tax and Price]
Source: propakistani.pk
FBR Demands More Resources to Bridge Tax Gap of Rs. 7 Trillion
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has requested the federal government to provide more staff and resources to bridge the Rs.
For detail: propakistani.pk⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: neonews.pk
پاکستان اور دنیا بھر میں کینسر سے بچاؤ کا عالمی دن منایا جا رہا ہے
مردوں میں منہ، جگر، بڑی آنت، پھیپھڑوں اور پروسٹیٹ کینسر کے کیسز عام ہیں، جبکہ خواتین میں چھاتی کا کینسر سب سے زیادہ پایا جا رہا ہے۔
neonews.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Tobacco Tax and Price]
Source: nation.com
FBR seeks more staff and resources to bridge Rs7 trillion tax gap
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has requested additional staff and logistical support to tackle Pakistan’s massive Rs7 trillion tax gap.
For detail: nation.com⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Awareness]
Source: minutemirror.com
Punjab bans smoking in educational institutions
According to the Punjab Education Department, there is a zero-tolerance policy against drug use in educational institutions.
For detail: minutemirror.com⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Other Tobacco News]
Source: jang.com
کبھی سگریٹ نوشی نہ کرنے والوں میں بھی پھیپھڑوں کے کینسر میں اضافہ
عالمی ادارہ صحت کے مطابق دنیا بھر میں کبھی بھی سگریٹ نوشی نہ کرنے والے افراد میں پھیپھڑوں کا کینسر کی تشخیص میں اضافہ ہورہا ہے۔
jang.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: humnews.pk
پنجاب کے تعلیمی اداروں میں سگریٹ پینے پر پابندی عائد
سکول ایجوکیشن ڈیپارٹمنٹ پنجاب نے تمام ایجوکیشن اتھارٹیز کو ہدایت کا نوٹی فکیشن جاری کردیا ہے۔ نوٹی فکیشن کے مطابق سرکاری و پرائیوٹ سکولوں میں نشہ آور اشیا کے استعمال پر پاپندی ہو گی۔
humnews.pk :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: dunya.com
سکولز میںسگریٹ نوشی پر پابندی، فوکل پرسن کی تعیناتی کا حکم
سکولز میںسگریٹ نوشی پر پابندی، فوکل پرسن کی تعیناتی کا حکم ملتان(خصوصی رپورٹر)سکولوں میں سگریٹ نوشی پابندی لگادی گئی ،چھت پر جانے راستے اور سٹور بند کردئیے گئے۔
dunya.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dialoguepakistan.com
Punjab imposes ban on smoking in schools
This initiative is designed to deter smoking among students and foster a healthier atmosphere within schools.
For detail: dialoguepakistan.com⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: dailypakistan.com
لاہور(ڈیلی پاکستان آن لائن) پاکستان سمیت دنیا بھر میں آج کینسر سے بچاؤ کا عالمی دن منایا جا رہا ہے۔
اووری، منہ، رحم کے نچلے حصے اور بڑی آنت کا کینسر بھی سامنے آ رہا ہے جبکہ بچوں میں خون کا سرطان اور نوعمر بچوں میں ہڈیوں کا کینسر زیادہ دیکھا گیا ہے، تمباکو نوشی، پان، گٹکا، چھالیہ، نسوار، جنک فوڈ اور ورزش نہ کرنے سے بھی کینسر کے کیسز میں اضافہ ہو رہا ہے۔
dailypakistan.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: dailyausaf.com
Punjab govt imposes ban on smoking in govt & private schools
LAHORE: The provincial government of Punjab has announced a ban on smoking and use of tobacco-related products in all government and private schools across the province, here on Tuesday.
For detail: dailyausaf.com⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
نسوار و دیگر بغیر دھواں تمباکو مصنوعات پر ٹیکس اور اشتہاری دباہ لاگو کیا جائے۔ پروجیکٹ کوارڈینیٹر سی ٹی سی پاک ذیشان دانش
ملک میں 14 ملین سے زائد لوگ سموک لیس تمباکو جیسے نسوار، گٹکا پان وغیرہ کا استعمال کرتے ہیں، ثمرا عارف
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
نسوار و دیگر بغیر دھواں تمباکو مصنوعات پر ٹیکس اور اشتہاری انتباہ لاگو کیا جائے۔ پراجیکٹ کوارڈینیٹر سی ٹی سی پاک ذیشان دانش
تمباکو سے جڑی بیماریاں سالانہ ایک لاکھ ساٹھ ہزار سے زیادہ جانے نگل رہی ہیں۔
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
نسوار و دیگر بغیر دھواں تمباکو مصنوعات پر ٹیکس اور اشتہاری انتباہ لاگو کیا جائے، پروجیکٹ کواڈینیٹر سی ڈی سی پاک ذیشان دانش
تمباکو سے جڑی بیماریاں سالانہ ایک لاکھ سے ہزار سے زیادہ جانیں نگل رہی ہیں
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
نسوار و دیگر بغیر دھوئیں کے تمباکو مصنوعات پر ٹیکس لگایا جائے، ذیشان دانش
ملک میں 14 ملین سے زائد لوگ سموک لیس تمباکو جیسے نسوار، گٹکا پان وغیرہ کا استعمال کرتے ہیں، ثمرا عارف
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
نسوار و دیگر بغیر دھواں تمباکو مصنوعات پر ٹیکس اور اشتہاری دباہ لاگو کیا جائے۔ پروجیکٹ کوارڈینیٹر سی ٹی سی پاک ذیشان دانش
ملک میں 14 ملین سے زائد لوگ سموک لیس تمباکو جیسے نسوار، گٹکا پان وغیرہ کا استعمال کرتے ہیں، ثمرا عارف
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
نسوار و دیگر بغیر دھواں تمباکو مصنوعات پر ٹیکس اور اشتہاری دباہ لاگو کیا جائے۔ پروجیکٹ کوارڈینیٹر سی ٹی سی پاک ذیشان دانش
ملک میں 14 ملین سے زائد لوگ سموک لیس تمباکو جیسے نسوار، گٹکا پان وغیرہ کا استعمال کرتے ہیں، ثمرا عارف
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 04, 2025
[Tobacco Tax and Price]
Source: arynews.tv
FBR seeks additional staff, logistics to address Rs7tr tax gap
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has requested additional staff and logistics to address the staggering Rs7 trillion tax gap in Pakistan, ARY News reported.
For detail: arynews.tv⇨Published Feb 03, 2025
[Exports]
Source: urdu.app
تمباکو کی قومی برآمدات میں دسمبر 2024 کے دوران 43 فیصد کمی
اسلام آباد۔3فروری (اے پی پی):تمباکو کی قومی برآمدات میں دسمبر 2024 کے دوران 43 فیصد کمی ہوئی ہے۔
urdu.app :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 03, 2025
[Growers]
Source: thenews.com
Govt urged to tackle climate change
PESHAWAR: An agriculture expert and former secretary of Pakistan Tobacco Board (PTB) Khan Faraz on Sunday asked the government to take steps to tackle drought and climate change on priority basis. “The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued an advisory highlighting rainfall deficits and the potential for escalating drought severity.
For detail: thenews.com⇨Published Feb 03, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: nation.com
Police arrest three suspects, recover Mainpuri
HYDERABAD - Police in its continued drive against narcotics and criminals on Sunday foiled mainpuri raw material and feed supply and arrested three accused.
For detail: nation.com⇨Published Feb 03, 2025
[Tobacco and Health]
Source: nation.com
Experts for multi-faceted approach to mitigate economic burden of tobacco
Peshawar - Public health experts have urged a multi-faceted strategy to tackle the growing economic burden of tobacco consumption in Pakistan, which has led to a surge in preventable diseases and healthcare costs.
For detail: nation.com⇨Published Feb 03, 2025
[Awareness]
Source: dunya.com
سگریٹ نوشی کیخلاف بھر پورمہم چلانے کیلئے مانیٹرنگ کمیٹیوں کو فعال کرنے کے احکامات
سگریٹ نوشی کیخلاف بھر پورمہم چلانے کیلئے مانیٹرنگ کمیٹیوں کو فعال کرنے کے احکامات سرگودھا(سٹاف رپورٹر)سرگودھا سمیت ریجن بھر میں سگریٹ کے خلا ف بھرپور مہم چلانے کے حوالے سے ڈسٹرکٹ امپلی منٹیشن اینڈ مانیٹرنگ کمیٹیوں کو فعال کرنے کے احکامات جاری کر دیئے گئے۔
dunya.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 03, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
نسوار و دیگر بغیر دھواں تمباکو مصنوعات پر ٹیکس اور اشتہاری دباہ لاگو کیا جائے۔ پروجیکٹ کوارڈینیٹر سی ٹی سی پاک ذیشان دانش
سموک لیس تمباکو جیسے نسوار گٹکا پان جیسی مصنوعات پر ٹیکس لگایا جائے، ثمرا عارف
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 03, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
نسوار و دیگر بغیر دھواں تمباکو مصنوعات پر ٹیکس اور اشتہاری انتباہ لاگو کیا جائے۔ پراجیکٹ کوارڈینیٹر سی ٹی سی پاک ذیشان دانش
سموک لیس تمباکو جیسے نسوار گٹکا پان جیسی مصنوعات پر ٹیکس لگایا جائے، ثمرہ عارف
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 03, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
نسوار و دیگر بغیر دھوئیں کے تمباکو مصنوعات پر ٹیکس لگایا جائے، ذیشان دانش
ملک میں 14 ملین سے زائد لوگ سموک لیس تمباکو جیسے نسوار، گٹکا پان وغیرہ کا استعمال کرتے ہیں، ثمرا عارف
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 03, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
تمباکو مصنوعات کو ٹیکس نیٹ میں لایا جائے، ذیشان دانش
نسوار و دیگر بغیر دھوئیں کے تمباکو مصنوعات پر ٹیکس لگایا جائے اور اشتہاری انتباہ کو لاگو کیا جائے
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 03, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
کولیشن فارٹ ٹو بیکو کنٹرول پاکستان پنجاب بھر کی تعلیمی اداروں میں ویپ اور نکوٹین پاؤچز مکمل پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے، ذیشان دانش
کولیشن فار ٹوبیکو کنٹرول پاکستان سی ٹی سی پاک قومی سطح پر ایک س سے زائد سول سوسائٹی آرگنائزیشن کا اتحاد ہے سی ٹی سی پاک پنجاب بھر میں ویپ ای سی گریڈ اینڈ ٹوبیکو پروڈکٹس اور نکوٹین پاؤچز پر پابندی کا خیر مقدم کرتا ہے۔
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 03, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
نسوار و دیگر بغیر دھواں تمباکو مصنوعات پر ٹیکس اور اشتہاری انتباہ لاگو کیا جائے، پروجیکٹ کواڈینیٹر سی ڈی سی پاک ذیشان دانش
ملک میں 14 ملین سے زائد لوگ سموک لیس تمباکو جیسے نسوار، گٹکا پان وغیرہ کا استعمال کرتے ہیں، ثمرا عارف
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 03, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: brecorder.com
Saudi bourse falls on Trump tariff plan
DUBAI: Saudi Arabia’s stock market ended lower on Sunday after US President Donald Trump announced tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, while the Qatari index gained ahead of several corporate earnings statements.
For detail: brecorder.com⇨Published Feb 02, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: nawaiwaqt.com
گٹکا فروخت کرتے ملزم رنگے ہاتھوں گرفتار
لاہور(نامہ نگار) لوہاری گیٹ پولیس نے ملزم شاکر کو گٹکا فروخت کرتے ہوئے رنگے ہاتھوں گرفتار کر کے قبضے سے بھاری مقدار میں گٹکا برآمد کر لیا اور ملزم کے خلاف مقدمہ درج کر کے مزید تفتیش کیلئے انوسٹی گیشن ونگ کے حوالے کر دیاہے۔
nawaiwaqt.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 02, 2025
[Growers]
Source: islamabadpost.com
Call for efforts to mitigate growing tobacco side effects
PESHAWAR, FEB 02 (DNA) — Public health experts have called for adoption of a multi-faceted approach to address the growing economic burden of tobacco consumption, driven by a sharp rise in preventable diseases.
For detail: islamabadpost.com⇨Published Feb 02, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: en.dailypakistan
Punjab bans smoking within premises of educational institutions
LAHORE – The Higher Education Department (HED) in Punjab has taken various measures to curb the sale and usage of drugs in and around public and private educational institutions across the province.
For detail: en.dailypakistan⇨Published Feb 02, 2025
[Enforcement]
Source: dailypakistan.com
پابندی کے باوجود گٹکا فروخت کرنیوالا ملزم گرفتار
لاہور(کر ائم رپو رٹر)لوہاری گیٹ پولیس نے پابندی کے باوجود گٹکا فروخت کرنے والا ملزم گرفتار کر لیا ترجمان کے مطابق لوہاری گیٹ پولیس نے ملزم شاکر کو خفیہ اطلاع پر گٹکا فروخت کرتے ہوئے رنگے ہاتھوں گرفتار کر کے ملزم سے بھاری مقدار میں گٹکا برآمد کر لیا اور مقدمہ درج کر کے ملزم کو مزید تفتیش کے لیے انویسٹی گیشن ونگ کے حوالے کر دیا۔
dailypakistan.com :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 02, 2025
[Growers]
Source: app.com
Experts call for multi-faceted approach to mitigate growing health, economic burden of tobaccoBuy vitamins and supplements
PESHAWAR, Feb 02 (APP):Public health experts have called for adoption of a multi-faceted approach to address the growing economic burden of tobacco consumption, driven by a sharp rise in preventable diseases.
For detail: app.com⇨Published Feb 01, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: thedayspring.com
A Fight to Protect Pakistan’s Children from Big Tobaccos
According to the WHO Report on the Global Tobacco Epidemic, tobacco use kills over 163,000 Pakistanis every year. Tobacco use – perpetuated by addiction to the nicotine found in cigarettes and other tobacco and nicotine products like heated tobacco products and e-cigarettes – has proven links to conditions like heart disease, lung disease, and cancer.
For detail: thedayspring.com⇨Published Feb 01, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
نسوار و دیگر بغیر دھوئیں کے تمباکو مصنوعات پر ٹیکس لگایا جائے، ذیشان دانش
ملک میں 14 ملین سے زائد لوگ سموک لیس تمباکو جیسے نسوار، گٹکا پان وغیرہ کا استعمال کرتے ہیں، ثمرا عارف
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 01, 2025
[Pictorial Health Warning/Packaging Labels]
Source: ctcpak.org
نسوار و دیگر بغیر دھوئیں کے تمباکو مصنوعات پر ٹیکس لگایا جائے، ذیشان دانش
ملک میں 14 ملین سے زائد لوگ سموک لیس تمباکو جیسے نسوار، گٹکا پان وغیرہ کا استعمال کرتے ہیں، ثمرا عارف
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیے⇨Published Feb 01, 2025
[Laws or Policy]
Source: ctcpak.org
نسوار و دیگر بغیر دھوئیں کے تمباکو مصنوعات پر ٹیکس لگایا جائے، ذیشان دانش
ملک میں 14 ملین سے زائد لوگ سموک لیس تمباکو جیسے نسوار، گٹکا پان وغیرہ کا استعمال کرتے ہیں، ثمرا عارف
ctcpak.org :تفصیل کے لیےNews Excerpts of January-2025
⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wearesa.au
SA becomes first state to ban nicotine pouches
They’re known as Zyn or snus – small pouches of tobacco designed to be tucked under the lip to deliver nicotine into the bloodstream – and from this week they are banned in South Australia.
For detail: wearesa.au⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: visualcapitalist.com
Charted: The Surge of Vaping in America’s Young Adults
This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources.
For detail: visualcapitalist.com⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: thegatewayonline.ca
Vaping during pregnancy less safe than previously thought, study suggests
Often recommended as a safer alternative to smoking, the study found that health outcomes for both mothers and infants are negatively impacted by vaping.
For detail: thegatewayonline.ca⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: thefridaytimes.com
A Fight To Protect Pakistan's Children From Big Tobacco
Tobacco use kills over 163,000 Pakistanis yearly. Efforts to reduce consumption face opposition from the tobacco industry, which spreads misinformation.
For detail: thefridaytimes.com⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: telegraph.co.uk
Your wood burner could be as bad for you as smoking
A study found that burning wood in our homes is one of the most dangerous types of air pollution.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Smoking WNTD]
Source: spectator.co.uk
Japan’s smoking ban is a sham
The Japanese city of Osaka has banned smoking on the streets in an apparent effort to smarten up the city and make it more ‘visitor-friendly’ ahead of this year’s World Expo, which begins in April.
For detail: spectator.co.uk⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: propakistani.pk
Punjab Bans Teachers and Staff From Smoking in Schools
The Punjab Education Department has introduced new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure the safety of students and create a conducive learning environment in all public schools.
For detail: propakistani.pk⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: pembrokeshire.gov.uk
Businesses selling single-use vapes warned of impending ban
It will also be illegal to offer to sell or have in your possessing for sale all single-use or ‘disposable’ vapes – whether online or in a shop and if they contain nicotine or not.
For detail: pembrokeshire.gov.uk⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nlm.nih.gov
Relationship Between Cigarette Smoking and Awake Bruxism: Does Smoking Increase the Frequency of Masticatory Muscle Activities?
Background: Despite the aetiology of awake bruxism (AB) being prevalently linked to psychological factors, several studies suggested that the use of certain substances, such as tobacco smoking, can contribute to the increase in masticatory muscle activities (MMA) during wakefulness.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: newsx.com
Why Did Osaka Implement A Public Smoking And Vaping Ban?
Osaka bans smoking and vaping in public spaces ahead of World Expo 2025, creating a safer and cleaner environment for visitors.
For detail: newsx.com⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: neurologyadvisor.com
FDA Approves Marketing of Nicotine Pouches
HealthDay News — Following an extensive scientific review, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized the marketing of 20 ZYN nicotine pouch products.
For detail: neurologyadvisor.com⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[FED Tobacco]
Source: nature.com
Retrieval of nicotine content in cigar leaves by remote analysis of aerial hyperspectral combining machine learning methods
Tobacco is an important cash crop. Among, cigar leaf is a special type of tobacco which has the characteristics of unique aroma, strong taste, great strength and strong satisfaction1.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: mcgill.ca
Big Tobacco Gets a Boost from Trump
Flavourings, like menthol, make smoking more appealing to young smokers, which is why Canada banned menthol cigarettes years ago. In the U.S., the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been working toward a ban since 2022.
For detail: mcgill.ca⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: lung.org
“I’m 26 and My Lung Collapsed:” A Vaping Emergency
Taya always had people in her life who smoked and vaped, so it seemed natural for her to turn to tobacco when she was going through a difficult time.
For detail: lung.org⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: ktbs.com
Dangers of vaping focus of workshop Feb. 8 at The Harbor
SHREVEPORT, La. -- A new educational program to provide information about the harms of vaping among children and teens will be held Feb. 8 at The Harbor.
For detail: ktbs.com⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: king5.com
Washington bill looks to ban flavored vapes, tobacco products
OLYMPIA, Wash. — Proposed legislation could end the sale of flavored tobacco or vape products including menthol cigarettes, vape juices and tobacco pouches in Washington state.
For detail: king5.com⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: khq.com
Washington's flavored nicotine ban proposal threatens local vape shops
OLYMPIA, Wash. – A proposed ban on flavored nicotine products is stirring debate in Washington.
For detail: khq.com⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: health.gov.au
Vaping rates falling among young Australians
As students around the country return to school for the new year, promising new data shows vape use among young Australians has significantly reduced thanks to Australia’s world leading vaping laws.
For detail: health.gov.au⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: harris-sliwoski.com
US Supreme Court Weighs in on Vaping
Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral argument in a pivotal case that could reshape the vaping landscape.
For detail: harris-sliwoski.com⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: gazeta.uz
Deputies unanimously pass law banning vape imports and sales in Uzbekistan
Deputies of Uzbekistan passed a law banning the import and sale of electronic cigarettes (vapes) and sent it to the Senate for approval.
For detail: gazeta.uz⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: fltimes.com
Auburn vape store first to be charged with mailing e-juice
AUBURN — An Auburn vape shop owner is accused of selling e-juice through the mail, the New York State Department of Health announced Thursday.
For detail: fltimes.com⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: evrimagaci.org
Surge Of Nicotine Pouches Sparks Public Health Concerns
Health experts warn against rising nicotine use among youth due to appealing marketing and lack of regulation.
For detail: evrimagaci.org⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ekathimerini.com
Government proposes stricter regulations on tobacco and alcohol sales to minors
A proposed bill from the Ministry of Health presented on Friday at the cabinet meeting seeks to tighten regulations on the sale of tobacco and alcohol to minors.
For detail: ekathimerini.com⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: edweek.org
Are Students Vaping More? Educators Think So
Seven of 10 teachers, principals, and district leaders surveyed by the EdWeek Research Center in December said they have seen an increase in students vaping—or attempting to—in the past year.
For detail: edweek.org⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: edition.mv
Police raid office for alleged cigarette manufacturing
Police have raided a privately owned office in Henveiru Hulhugali following a tip-off that cigarettes were being manufactured on the premises.
For detail: edition.mv⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: conveniencestore.co.uk
Vape licensing scheme could contribute £50m to combat underage vaping and illegal sales
The government’s proposal of an annual £750 vape licensing scheme has received broad support from MPs in the latest Tobacco and Vapes Bill committee debate.
For detail: conveniencestore.co.uk⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: buildingindiana.com
HabitHalo Partners with Boomerang Studio to Launch Vaping Cessation App
HabitHalo, a health tech startup dedicated to providing "Tools for a Nicotine-Free Life," announced the launch of PuffPal, an AI-driven app designed to help individuals quit vaping through real-time, personalized motivation.
For detail: buildingindiana.com⇨Published Jan 31, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: biomelbourne.org
Researchers discover how cigarette smoke impairs critical lung immune cells
Cigarette smoking is widespread and deadly, yet our understanding of how cigarette smoke actually causes serious respiratory illnesses in incomplete, which has severely hampered the development of effective treatments.
For detail: biomelbourne.org⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: yahoo.com
Arkansas receives low marks in tobacco control report
ARKANSAS (KNWA/KFTA) — The American Lung Association has released its annual report card on tobacco control, and Arkansas scored poorly in three of five categories.
For detail: yahoo.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: wvpe.org
Goshen High School adds new weapon in fight against student vaping
Goshen High School has installed state-of-the-art vape detectors as part of its efforts to address vaping among students.
For detail: wvpe.org⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wsaz.com
ZYN nicotine pouches: the latest challenge for schools battling teen addiction
This small, seemingly innocuous pouch is quickly becoming popular among teens, raising alarms among educators and health professionals alike.
For detail: wsaz.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: valleybreeze.com
Detectors working to prevent vaping in schools
The vape detectors at Smithfield High School’s bathrooms look similar to smoke or fire alarms, and alert staff to a vaping event, complete with camera footage taken outside the bathroom doors.
For detail: valleybreeze.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: unimelb.edu.au
Younger Australians at risk of using nicotine pouches
A new survey led by the University of Melbourne has found that 70 per cent of Australians aged between 16-39 may be at risk of using nicotine pouches.
For detail: unimelb.edu.au⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]
Source: unb.com.bd
Doctors demand amendment to Tobacco Control Law
Doctors on Thursday called for an amendment to the Tobacco Control Law to reduce Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), which are majorly caused by tobacco use, including heart disease, stroke, and chronic respiratory diseases.
For detail: unb.com.bd⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: talkingretail.com
Vape licensing scheme could raise £50m to support enforcement, says Evapo
The UK government is considering the introduction of a licensing scheme for vaping retailers to comply with new vaping regulations under the Tobacco and Vapes Bill (TVB).
For detail: talkingretail.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Vape]
Source: talkingretail.com
Ban will fuel Illicit vape market, says Vape Club founder
The Tobacco and Vapes Bill, including a ban on the sale of disposable vapes, will likely see its third and final reading in the House of Commons in the coming weeks, the final stage before moving to the House of Lords.
For detail: talkingretail.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: scoop.co.nz
UN Fails To Address Tobacco Harm Reduction In Asia Pacific
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) today strongly criticised the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for its continued neglect of tobacco harm reduction strategies in its recent report on drug policies and health.
For detail: scoop.co.nz⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: rte.ie
European Commission within rights to ban flavoured HTPs - court
Irish tobacco company PJ Carroll has received an adverse opinion from the European Court of Justice regarding a legal challenge over heated tobacco products (HTPs).
For detail: rte.ie⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: reuters.com
Juul wins order banning US imports of Altria vaping devices
A store selling Juul vaping products is seen in Los Angeles, California, September 17, 2019.
For detail: reuters.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: reuters.com
Altria sees weak annual profit as vape competition heats up
Item 1 of 2 Packages of Marlboro cigarettes produced by Philip Morris International are seen at the grocery store in Warsaw, Poland May 29, 2024.
For detail: reuters.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: pasadenanow.com
Smartphone App Predicts Cardiovascular Damage from Vaping
Rashid Alavi, PhD, James G. Boswell Postdoctoral Fellow, Huntington Medical Research Institutes and California Institute of Technology Huntington Medical Research Institutes (HMRI), a pioneer in scientific research with a track record of groundbreaking discoveries, provides crucial insights into predicting the long-term risk for cardiovascular damage from e-cigarettes (ECs), particularly those containing nicotine.
For detail: pasadenanow.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ourculturemag.com
Celebrities Who Use Snus: A Look at Famous Users
Snus, the smokeless tobacco product with Scandinavian origins, has gained popularity among celebrities, particularly athletes and entertainers.
For detail: ourculturemag.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: onlinelibrary.wiley.com
Electronic cigarettes and subsequent cigarette smoking in young people: A systematic review
To assess the evidence for a relationship between the use of e-cigarettes and subsequent smoking in young people (≤29 years), and whether this differs by demographic characteristics.
For detail: onlinelibrary.wiley.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: okhouse.gov
Roe Files Bill to Issue Fines for Selling Minors Tobacco, Vape Products
OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Cynthia Roe, R-Lindsay, has introduced House Bill 1682 which aims to hold businesses more accountable for selling tobacco and vapor products to minors, to ultimately protect youth from the dangers of nicotine addiction.
For detail: okhouse.gov⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: newschannel9.com
American Lung Association hands out annual grades for tobacco control efforts
(TNND) — The American Lung Association on Wednesday released its 23rd annual "State of Tobacco Control" report, showing progress and pitfalls in the quest to reduce smoking and tobacco use.
For detail: newschannel9.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: news.bloomberglaw.com
Juul Wins Imports Ban on Altria Vaping Devices at Trade Agency
Imports of an Altria Group Inc. unit’s e-cigarette products will be blocked after a US trade agency upheld a judge’s findings that NJoy’s Ace pod-vaporizer devices infringe four Juul Labs Inc.
For detail: news.bloomberglaw.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: nbcnews.com
Biden criticized for failing to ban menthol cigarettes after Trump withdraws proposal
The American Lung Association is criticizing Biden’s inaction, saying the ban could have saved lives.
For detail: nbcnews.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: msn.com
Juul wins order banning US imports of Altria vaping devices
(Reuters) -A U.S. trade tribunal sided with Juul Labs on Wednesday and ordered a ban on imports of vaping devices and cartridges made by Altria's NJOY - at least some of which are made in China and Malaysia - in a patent dispute over e-cigarette technology.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: msn.com
South Australia becomes first state to ban nicotine pouches
The pouches are small sachets packed with alarmingly high levels of nicotine, placed between the gums and lip, providing a quick hit.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: marketwatch.com
Altria says counterfeit e-vape products are impacting its business outlook
Profit climbs on flat revenue as income-tax provision boosts fourth-quarter results, but the tobacco giant could fall short of Wall Street’s 2025 earnings goal A previous version of this report inaccurately characterized the relationship between the Juul brand and Altria.
For detail: marketwatch.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: marginalrevolution.com
FDA Deregulation of E-Cigarettes Saved Lives and Spurred Innovation
What would happen to drug development if the FDA lost its authority to prohibit new drugs? Would research and development boom and lives be saved? Or would R&D decline and lives be lost to a flood of unsafe and ineffective drugs? Or perhaps R&D would decline as demand for new drugs faltered due to public hesitation in the absence of FDA approval? In an excellent new paper Pesko and Saenz examine one natural experiment: e-cigarettes.
For detail: marginalrevolution.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: manilatimes.net
Illicit tobacco trade costing govt P100B every year
THE illicit tobacco trade is costing the government up to P100 billion per year, a regulator said, not only affecting revenues but also the livelihood of farmers and their families.
For detail: manilatimes.net⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: lagazettedemonaco.com
IMSEE: One young person in four smokes every day
Yesterday, Monaco's Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies presented its ESPAD survey for the Principality.
For detail: lagazettedemonaco.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: kxxv.com
Texas receives an F in tobacco prevention and funding, smoking and e-cigarette rules vary across public spaces
TEXAS (KXXV) — Texas has received an F for tobacco prevention and funding despite having varying regulations on smoking and e-cigarette use across public spaces.
For detail: kxxv.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: kivitv.com
Today In Your Neighborhood: Anti-nicotine rally at the Capitol and Sting Ray Robb returns home to Payette
Today in your neighborhood, a group of Idahoans organizing at the Capitol to advocate for a tobacco-free Idaho, IndyCar driver Sting Ray Robb making an appearance in his hometown of Payette for a fundraiser, and a new restroom coming to Rhodes Skate Park.
For detail: kivitv.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: kcby.com
American Lung Association hands out annual grades for tobacco control efforts
(TNND) — The American Lung Association on Wednesday released its 23rd annual "State of Tobacco Control" report, showing progress and pitfalls in the quest to reduce smoking and tobacco use.
For detail: kcby.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: jerseyeveningpost.com
Tax on vapes is to be proposed in next Budget
More than half of Islanders aged between 16 and 34 are said to have used vapes Picture: JON GUEGAN (39738110) A NEW tax on vapes will be included in this year’s government Budget to “dissuade” young Islanders from vaping, according to the Treasury Minister.
For detail: jerseyeveningpost.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: jang.com.pk
US ALA slams Biden for failing to ban menthol cigarettes
President Trump made shocking decision regarding menthol, sparking huge reaction from health expert American Lung Association (ALA) called out Joe Biden for doing half-job when it came to the restriction of menthol cigarettes, During his administration, the 46th president of US announced he wants to ban menthol cigarettes, which medical industry welcomed as it would save the lives of thousands.
For detail: jang.com.pk⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: hippocraticpost.com
Young people support the idea of a smoke-free generation
Young people support the idea of a smoke-free generation, according to a new study They broadly welcome the idea of the Government’s smokefree generation policy and see it as a chance to free their generation from harmful addiction, according to a study led by the University of Nottingham.
For detail: hippocraticpost.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: hillsdalecollegian.com
War on Big Tobacco misses the point
In the last days of his administration, former President Joe Biden unveiled a plan to reduce the amount of nicotine in cigarettes and urged President Donald Trump to take up the effort.
For detail: hillsdalecollegian.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: glamadelaide.com.au
South Australia bans nicotine pouches in crackdown on new addictive products
South Australia is leading the nation in public health with a groundbreaking ban on nicotine pouches, aiming to protect youth from the emerging threat of addictive substances.
For detail: glamadelaide.com.au⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: finance.yahoo.com
Juul wins order banning US imports of Altria vaping devices
(Reuters) -A U.S. trade tribunal sided with Juul Labs on Wednesday and ordered a ban on imports of vaping devices and cartridges made by Altria's NJOY - at least some of which are made in China and Malaysia - in a patent dispute over e-cigarette technology.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: finance.yahoo.com
Altria sees weak annual profit as vape competition heats up
(Reuters) - Marlboro maker Altria said on Thursday its annual adjusted profit could be lower than estimated, citing rising competition from rival vapes in the market and persistently weaker demand for cigarettes.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[NCD Tobacco]
Source: environewsnigeria.com
Robert Egbe: Tobacco industry’s deadly, discredited ‘Harm Reduction’ trick
Despite the millions of people its products kill every year, and the thousands more whose health is destroyed, the tobacco industry is aggressively lobbying governments and the public to embrace newer kinds of harmful tobacco products that it presents as “less harmful” or “safer” than traditional tobacco use.
For detail: environewsnigeria.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]
Source: daily-sun.com
Doctors demand amendment to Tobacco Control Law to curb non-communicable diseases
Tobacco use is one of the major causes of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as heart disease, stroke, and chronic respiratory diseases.
For detail: daily-sun.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: dailydemocrat.com
Yolo supervisors propose new changes to tobacco and nicotine ordinance
The Yolo County Board of Supervisors held an information hearing on a proposed ordinance, which would aim to prevent youth from being able to obtain harmful tobacco and nicotine products.
For detail: dailydemocrat.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ctpublic.org
Scourge of flavored tobacco products disproportionately hits CT youth and minorities, report finds
Connecticut got two failing grades in the latest annual “State of Tobacco” report from the American Lung Association released Wednesday.
For detail: ctpublic.org⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: courier-journal.com
Should the government regulate food ads like it did cigarettes to stem childhood obesity?
Government regulation of the tobacco industry, including advertising restrictions and warning labels, has significantly reduced smoking rates.
For detail: courier-journal.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: axios.com
Anti-smoking spending by state, mapped
Only a single state — Maine — is funding its anti-tobacco efforts at or above the current Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-recommended level, a new report finds.
For detail: axios.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: aol.com
Altria sees weak annual profit as vape competition heats up
(Reuters) - Marlboro maker Altria said on Thursday its annual adjusted profit could be lower than estimated, citing rising competition from rival vapes in the market and persistently weaker demand for cigarettes.
For detail: aol.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: ama.com.au
Nicotine pouch crackdown will help curb risky trend
The President of the Australian Medical Association in South Australia (AMA SA) Dr John Williams has welcomed the South Australian Government’s crackdown on the illegal sale of nicotine pouches.
For detail: ama.com.au⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: afr.com
Tobacco taxes drop to nine-year low as black-market ciggies boom
Tobacco excise revenue has shrunk to a nine-year low as smokers turn to the black market for cheaper cigarettes, prompting calls for the federal government to boost enforcement to plug the growing shortfall.
For detail: afr.com⇨Published Jan 30, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: 29news.com
Virginia gets failing grades on tobacco control
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - A recent report from the American Lung Association, or ALA, gave Virginia multiple F’s when it came to tobacco control.
For detail: 29news.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: yahoo.com
Altria sees weak annual profit as vape competition heats up
(Reuters) - Marlboro maker Altria said on Thursday its annual adjusted profit could be lower than estimated, citing rising competition from rival vapes in the market and persistently weaker demand for cigarettes.
For detail: yahoo.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wwnytv.com
ZYN nicotine pouches: the latest challenge for schools battling teen addiction
This small, seemingly innocuous pouch is quickly becoming popular among teens, raising alarms among educators and health professionals alike.
For detail: wwnytv.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wwlp.com
Report gives Massachusetts failing grade on tobacco
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – The American Lung Association is urging state lawmakers to focus on tobacco prevention measures. That’s according to the 2025 “State of Tobacco Control” report.
For detail: wwlp.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wvnews.com
West Virginia Urged to Strengthen Tobacco Control Efforts as Smoking Rates Remain Highest in Nation
A new report from the American Lung Association calls on West Virginia lawmakers to take stronger action against tobacco use by increasing funding for prevention and cessation programs, enhancing smokefree protections, and raising tobacco taxes.
For detail: wvnews.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wsaz.com
ZYN nicotine pouches: the latest challenge for schools battling teen addiction
This small, seemingly innocuous pouch is quickly becoming popular among teens, raising alarms among educators and health professionals alike.
For detail: wsaz.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: whsv.com
ZYN nicotine pouches: the latest challenge for schools battling teen addiction
This small, seemingly innocuous pouch is quickly becoming popular among teens, raising alarms among educators and health professionals alike.
For detail: whsv.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wgme.com
Report urges Maine to raise tobacco taxes to ease health burdens
AUGUSTA, Maine (WGME) -- A new report from the American Lung Association is urging Maine lawmakers to focus on increasing tax on all tobacco products.
For detail: wgme.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: wdbj7.com
EARLY YEARS: Expanding Project Sticker Shock to prevent underage vaping
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - High school freshman Taylor Gruse spent his New Year’s Eve working to prevent underage drinking through Project Sticker Shock.
For detail: wdbj7.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wamc.org
New York state gets a failing grade for funding tobacco prevention programs in annual American Lung Association report
The American Lung Association’s annual “State of Tobacco Control” report gives New York a failing grade for funding tobacco prevention programs.
For detail: wamc.org⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: vapingpost.com
Spain Sets Strict Vape Bans on Some of Its Most Popular Beaches. Is this a Good Idea?
Spain has relatively high smoking rates and low vaping rates. Yet despite the real-world data indicating that endorsing the use of safer alternatives would reduce smoking rates, Spain sets further restrictions on the products, regulating them in the same way as cigarettes.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tristatehomepage.com
Indiana and Kentucky receive failing grades in tobacco control report
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The American Lung Association released its 2025 State of Tobacco Control report evaluating state and federal policies on actions taken to eliminate tobacco use, and recommending policies to prevent nicotine dependence and protect kids.
For detail: tristatehomepage.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tribune.net.ph
Tobacco harm reduction: A safer option for smokers
Have you ever wondered if there’s a way for smokers to quit without the immediate pressure to stop cold turkey? That’s the goal of Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) — a progressive approach aimed at saving lives rather than stigmatizing smokers.
For detail: tribune.net.ph⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thespec.com
Ontario judge begins hearing arguments over landmark $32.5-billion tobacco settlement
TORONTO - An Ontario judge began hearing arguments Wednesday about whether to approve a landmark $32.
For detail: thespec.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thefinancialexpress.com.bd
CAPHRA advocates tobacco harm reduction in Bangladesh
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) has called on the Bangladeshi government to reconsider its recent ban on electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) and embrace tobacco harm reduction (THR) strategies to save lives and improve public health, says a press release received in Dhaka on Tuesday.
For detail: thefinancialexpress.com.bd⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: theedgemalaysia.com
Juul wins order banning US imports of Altria vaping devices from China and Malaysia
WASHINGTON (Jan 29): A US trade tribunal sided with Juul Labs on Wednesday and ordered a ban on imports of vaping devices and cartridges made by Altria's — at least some of which are made in China and Malaysia — in a patent dispute over e-cigarette technology.
For detail: theedgemalaysia.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: snoho.com
State ban on flavored vape sticks and juice, menthol smokes proposed
#OLYMPIA — Legislators could soon consider a ban on flavored tobacco products such as vapes and menthol cigarettes.
For detail: snoho.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: sjuhawknews.com
This just ‘Zyn’: Nicotine pouches remain popular with college students
Designed for on-the-go convenience, Zyns and other nicotine pouches appeal to users as a low-profile alternative to vaping.
For detail: sjuhawknews.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: pwmania.com
Nicotine Pouches For A Smokeless Future
Smoking in the U.S. is no longer the dominant way to consume nicotine.
For detail: pwmania.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: prnewswire.com
Tobacco Industry Escalates Efforts to Block Proven Policies, Damaging Nation's Health
American Lung Association 2025 'State of Tobacco Control' Report grades federal and state policies to prevent and reduce tobacco use CHICAGO, Jan.
For detail: prnewswire.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nyasatimes.com
Frontline health workers to hone skills in tobacco harm reduction, smoke cessation in Lilongwe and Mzimba
Frontline healthcare providers from 57 public hospitals and health centres in Lilongwe and Mzimba districts will undergo a series of capacity building training on tobacco harm reduction (THR) and smoke cessation programmes.
For detail: nyasatimes.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: news.yahoo.com
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Osaka has implemented a strict smoking ban in public areas as it prepares to host Expo 2025, aiming to enhance safety, cleanliness, and its image as an international destination.
For detail: news.yahoo.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ndtv.com
Host City Osaka Bans Smoking, Vaping In Public, Ahead Of World Expo 2025
As of January 27, Osaka has enforced a comprehensive ban on public smoking, encompassing roads, parks, plazas, and other public areas, in preparation for hosting the World Expo 2025.
For detail: ndtv.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: mystateline.com
Illinois receives 2 F’s on tobacco control report card
Illinois received an F grade in tobacco prevention and cessation funding as well as an F in restrictions on flavored tobacco products.
For detail: mystateline.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: msn.com
South Carolina fails in national tobacco control report card
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - A study by the American Lung Association shows that tobacco control in South Carolina is poor and in dire need of improvements.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
Youth groups target vaping
Representatives from different youth networks on Tuesday submitted a letter to Education Minister Pol Gen Permpoon Chidchob, asking him to push an e-cigarette zero-tolerance policy in schools nationwide.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: mpbonline.org
Report: Mississippi lagging behind rest of U.S. in tobacco control, prevention programs
Released this morning as part of the American Lung Association’s annual State of Tobacco Control report, Mississippi's tobacco report card shows failing grades -- or F's -- across all five categories of the analysis.
For detail: mpbonline.org⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: live5news.com
South Carolina fails in national tobacco control report card
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - A study by the American Lung Association shows that tobacco control in South Carolina is poor and in dire need of improvements.
For detail: live5news.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: kilgorenewsherald.com
FEELM launches world's first Flavor-adjustable Vape solution FEELM FUSION, leading a new wave of industry development
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- FEELM launches the world's first Flavor-adjustable vape solution FEELM FUSION at the TPE exhibition.
For detail: kilgorenewsherald.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: kentuckylantern.com
Kentucky is not doing enough to prevent smoking and vaping, says annual report
The American Lung Association gave Kentucky mostly failing grades when it comes to preventing tobacco use — and helping people access recovery — in a 2025 report released Wednesday.
For detail: kentuckylantern.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: kcrg.com
American Lung Association urges Iowa lawmakers to increase taxes on tobacco products
The American Lung Association has released its annual State of Tobacco Control report card for Iowa, now asking lawmakers to increase taxes on tobacco products.
For detail: kcrg.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: investing.com
Juul wins order banning US imports of Altria vaping devices
© Reuters. FILE PHOTO: A store selling Juul vaping products is seen in Los Angeles, California, September 17, 2019.
For detail: investing.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: igamingbusiness.com
American Lung Association report urges NJ casino smoking ban
The American Lung Association’s 2025 State of Tobacco Control report, released on Wednesday (29 January), called on New Jersey lawmakers to “finally make New Jersey smoke-free by closing the loophole which continues to allow smoking and e-cigarette use in New Jersey’s casinos”.
For detail: igamingbusiness.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: giant.fm
New report reveals Indiana must focus on increasing the tobacco tax to reduce death and disease
A new report from the American Lung Association urges Indiana lawmakers to focus on increasing the tax on all tobacco products to reduce the overwhelming human and financial burden of tobacco use.
For detail: giant.fm⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: financialpost.com
Opinion: Kids have stopped smoking. Someone please tell the anti-vape zealots
Vapes started squeezing out cigarettes around 2018. It's a good thing governments should support.
For detail: financialpost.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: filtermag.org
Prison Social Circles Will Run on Smoking Until Vaping Isn’t Banned
Years ago, in that other life before prison, a friend once announced, I am going to quit smoking pot.
For detail: filtermag.org⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: edition.cnn.com
Osaka bans public smoking ahead of Expo 2025
One of Japan’s biggest cities is “beautifying” itself ahead of hosting the World Expo — not by planting flowers, but by banning cigarettes.
For detail: edition.cnn.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: delawarepublic.org
“State of Tobacco Control” highlights Delaware’s tobacco control policies, both good and bad
The report graded the state in five areas, giving A-grades in three area including funding for state tobacco prevention programs, according to Dr.
For detail: delawarepublic.org⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: delano.lu
Philip Morris goes on the offensive on nicotine sachets
Luxembourg is preparing to align itself with Germany on a level of nicotine content in nicotine sachets.
For detail: delano.lu⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[COPD Tobacco]
Source: ctvnews.ca
Court hearings for $32.5B tobacco settlement begin this week in Toronto. Here’s what you need to know.
Court hearings for the proposed $32.5 billion tobacco settlement begins on Jan. 29.
For detail: ctvnews.ca⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: cnbc.com
How Zyn helped Philip Morris International make a comeback
The nicotine pouch brand’s boom came at an opportune time for parent company Philip Morris International, which faced a yearslong decline in cigarette smoking.
For detail: cnbc.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: cbs6albany.com
New York receives mixed grades in tobacco control efforts, report says
ALBANY, N.Y. — A new report from the American Lung Association has given New York mixed grades, including an "F," for its tobacco control efforts.
For detail: cbs6albany.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: bangkokpost.com
Youth groups target vaping
Representatives from different youth networks on Tuesday submitted a letter to Education Minister Pol Gen Permpoon Chidchob, asking him to push an e-cigarette zero-tolerance policy in schools nationwide.
For detail: bangkokpost.com⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ash.org.uk
What does the Tobacco and Vapes Bill actually do?
The new Tobacco and Vapes Bill passed its first vote in the Commons with a stonking majority of 383 ayes versus 67 noes (that’s yes and no to the rest of us!).
For detail: ash.org.uk⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: ama-assn.org
Flavored e-cigarettes pose dire threat to youth and public health
The facts are clear: Tobacco products cause cancer. Overwhelming evidence demonstrates that multiple types of cancer are linked to tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, and that the longer someone uses these products the greater their health risks become.
For detail: ama-assn.org⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: aku.edu
Dr Sajid Iqbal is Helping Smokers Quit for Good
When Dr Sajid Iqbal reflects on his journey at Aga Khan University (AKU), one thing stands out—his PhD project that shaped his career and purpose.
For detail: aku.edu⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: achi.net
2025 ‘State of Tobacco Control’ Report Notes Improvement in Access to Cessation Efforts in Arkansas
Arkansas receives a “B,” one “C,” and three “F” grades in the American Lung Association’s latest report card on the state’s tobacco prevention and cessation efforts.
For detail: achi.net⇨Published Jan 29, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: aacr.org
Editors’ Picks, January 2025: Evolutionary Insights Into Cancer, Impact of Nicotine Levels in E-cigarettes, and More
As winter marches on, let’s dive into the cool articles highlighted this month by the editors of the AACR journals.
For detail: aacr.org⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Study: Airborne Ultrasound Damages Tobacco
Ultrasound is a powerful tool with diverse applications in medical diagnostics (diagnostic sonography), therapeutics (treatment of soft tissue ailments), industry (cleaning, welding, cutting, shaping, separating, mixing, etc.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: theweek.in
FDA Authorizes All ZYN Nicotine Pouch Products Currently Marketed by Swedish Match in the U.S.PTI Updated: January 28, 2025 21:05 IST
• Science-based decision affirms that ZYN nicotine pouches are a better alternative for adults who smoke or use other traditional tobacco products NEW DELHI, Jan.
For detail: theweek.in⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: telegrafi.com
Tobacco production increases in Macedonia
Tobacco production is increasing this year in Macedonia. So far, about 23.5 million kilograms have been purchased and by the end of the purchase period on February 28, this figure could reach close to 24 million kilograms, and the initial estimates of the Tobacco Growers' Union were that the harvest would not weigh more than 17 or 17.5 million kilograms.
For detail: telegrafi.com⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: sunstar.com.ph
Tell it to SunStar: The unexpected effect of the Vape Law
The Vape Law, or Republic Act 11900, was made to control vaping and help reduce smoking in the Philippines.
For detail: sunstar.com.ph⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: starweekly.com.au
Free vaping education material released
Quit Victoria released a range of free Victorian curriculum-aligned vaping education resources to teach young people about the harms of vaping.
For detail: starweekly.com.au⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: scoop.co.nz
CAPHRA Advocates For Tobacco Harm Reduction In Bangladesh
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) today called on the Bangladeshi government to reconsider its recent ban on Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) and embrace Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) strategies to save lives and improve public health.
For detail: scoop.co.nz⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: saudigazette.com.sa
SFDA chief rules out plan to ban sale of cigarettes or vapes
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has no plan to ban the sale of traditional or electronic cigarettes, according to Dr. Hisham Al-Jadhey, CEO of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA).
For detail: saudigazette.com.sa⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: rmoutlook.com
Are you trying to quit smoking or vaping? AHS says try this
Alberta Health Services (AHS) officials have spent the past week promoting resources available to Albertans to quit smoking or vaping for good.
For detail: rmoutlook.com⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: rdhmag.com
Vaping and the brain: Exposing the hidden risks
Vaping of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) has increased dramatically over the past decade. Vaping is often marketed as a safer alternative to traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: rdhmag.com⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: racgp.org.au
Toddlers most impacted by vape poisonings: Study
More than seven million vaping products have been seized by the Australian Border Force and the TGA in the past year.
For detail: racgp.org.au⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ptinews.com
FDA Authorizes All ZYN Nicotine Pouch Products Currently Marketed by Swedish Match in the U.S.
NEW DELHI, Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized ZYN nicotine pouches making ZYN the first and only authorized nicotine pouch in the United States.
For detail: ptinews.com⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: pna.gov.ph
BIR: Tobacco revenues reached $7.3B in 2024
ILLICIT VAPES. Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Commissioner Romeo Lumagui Jr.
For detail: pna.gov.ph⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: news24.com
Claim that vaping is just as risky as smoking is not based on science
The argument that “vaping is just as risky as smoking” has been used to justify proposals for an extreme clampdown on vaping in South Africa.
For detail: news24.com⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nature.com
Short-term airborne ultrasound induced cell death in tobacco cells and changed their wall components
The effects of low-intensity ultrasound on plants such as piezoelectric and ultrasonic water baths, on plants have been extensively studied.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: mississippivalleypublishing.com
Unlock a life without tobacco
Quitting is a very personal experience; what worked for others may or may not work for you. However, the more you know about how to quit, the better your chances of success.
For detail: mississippivalleypublishing.com⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: medicalrepublic.com.au
Vape poisonings rise in young children
Rates of e-cigarette poisoning increased significantly just before and after legislation was introduced to reclassify liquid nicotine as prescription-only medication, with toddlers leading the rise in numbers.
For detail: medicalrepublic.com.au⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: forbes.com
The FDA’s Proposed Ban On Cigarettes Will Fail Just As Prohibition Did
Steve Forbes warns that a proposed FDA rule that, in effect, would ban cigarettes will do about as much good to end smoking as Prohibition did to end alcohol consumption.
For detail: forbes.com⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: filtermag.org
Belgium’s Disposable Vapes Ban Could Be First of Many
Belgium has become the first European Union country to enact a ban on disposable vapes, with others expected to follow.
For detail: filtermag.org⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: delawarevalleyjournal.com
He Invented the Nicotine Patch; Now, He Says the FDA Can Do More to Help Smokers
The Biden administration’s 11th-hour proposal to force tobacco manufacturers to slash nicotine levels — made just days before President Biden’s exit — was viewed as a political stunt by many public health officials.
For detail: delawarevalleyjournal.com⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: cbs4indy.com
Smartphone App Predicts Cardiovascular Damage from Vaping
PASADENA, Calif., Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Huntington Medical Research Institutes (HMRI), a pioneer in scientific research with a track record of groundbreaking discoveries, provides crucial insights into predicting the long-term risk for cardiovascular damage from e-cigarettes (ECs), particularly those containing nicotine.
For detail: cbs4indy.com⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: business.inquirer.net
Tobacco production surging amid good weather, higher prices
MANILA, Philippines—The National Tobacco Administration (NTA) and industry stakeholders are optimistic about the increase in local tobacco production this year due to favorable weather conditions, competitive prices and some corn farmers’ shift to tobacco cultivation.
For detail: business.inquirer.net⇨Published Jan 28, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: abc30.com
Fresno Unified piloting vape detection system on 8 campuses to reduce student use
The system is a sensor that monitors the air quality in a room, including in bathrooms, where kids have been found smoking.
For detail: abc30.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: vreme.com
What is a "vape tongue" and can you get burned?
Although an increasing number of medical experts warn of the negative effects of vaping, there is still not enough scientific research Many believe that it is vaping safer alternative to smoking, but experts warn of serious long-term side effects health effects, including a problem known as "vape language," it says health portal "Heltline", reported by Net.
For detail: vreme.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: vapoteurs.net
Electronic cigarettes: a truly safe alternative for our teenagers?
E-cigarettes, initially designed to help smokers quit, have gained popularity, especially among young people.
For detail: vapoteurs.net⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: unilad.com
Woman who vaped the equivalent of 100 cigarettes per week decided to quit after reading one thing
A woman admitted she didn’t initially think she was addicted to vaping, but she slowly realized it was negatively impacting her health and wellbeing.
For detail: unilad.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Japan Tobacco Investing Heavy on RRPs
Japan Tobacco Group, the parent company of Japan Tobacco International (JTI), announced that it will be investing 450 billion yen (USD $3 billion) on reduced-risk products (RRPs) by the end of 2026.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: time.com
The Man Who Took On Big Tobacco Has a New Target: Sports Betting
On a balmy December morning in Boston, Richard Daynard is sitting at his dining-room table watching a livestream on his laptop.
For detail: time.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thepublicopinion.com
Noem proposes major cut to tobacco prevention in South Dakota
If lawmakers approve Gov. Kristi Noem's proposal to cut the state tobacco prevention fund, anti-tobacco advocates say more children are likely to use tobacco and nicotine products, more adults will die early and the state will pay millions of dollars in new health care costs over the long run.
For detail: thepublicopinion.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: thehill.com
The FDA’s proposed ‘very low nicotine’ standard has a very low chance of helping
Rather than nudge smokers toward healthier behaviors, a new rule from the FDA would shove millions of Americans away from the legal market, fueling the development of a black market for traditional cigarettes.
For detail: thehill.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: stocktonia.org
Stockton police plan crackdown on smoke shops over flavored tobacco sales
Cigars with flavored wrappers are seen at a liquor store in Berkeley in 2020. Stockton police will begin cracking down on retailers who sell flavored tobacco following a ban that went into effect Jan.
For detail: stocktonia.org⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: scmp.com
Malaysia’s vape smuggling crackdown sparks fears over rising addiction
Authorities have arrested a group of vape smugglers who bribed customs officers based at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport Promoters smoke electronic cigarettes at a vaping fair in Kuala Lumpur.
For detail: scmp.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: richmondstandard.com
Richmond seeks input in designing new tobacco retail regulations
The City of Richmond is asking for the public’s help in developing new regulations on tobacco retailers at a community meeting Tuesday, Feb.
For detail: richmondstandard.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: rheumatologyadvisor.com
FDA Approves Marketing of Nicotine Pouches
HealthDay News — Following an extensive scientific review, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized the marketing of 20 ZYN nicotine pouch products.
For detail: rheumatologyadvisor.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: patch.com
The ONE Vape Awareness Night
Join us Monday, January 27th at the Newport Beach Civic Center. for The ONE On Campus Vape Awareness Night.
For detail: patch.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: newswire.lk
Smoking increases among SL women : Risks highlighted
Specialist Doctor Saman Iddagoda says there is a significant increase in smoking among women, compared to men in Sri Lanka.
For detail: newswire.lk⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: newsinfo.inquirer.net
DA: Anti-agri economic sabotage act set to fight illicit tobacco trade
The National Tobacco Administration kicks off its International Tobacco Summit at Seda Vertis North Hotel in Quezon City on Monday, January 27, 2025.
For detail: newsinfo.inquirer.net⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Indusrty Tobacco]
Source: newsinfo.inquirer.net
DBM allocates P580.5M for tobacco industry development in 2025 budget
MANILA, Philippines — The National Tobacco Administration (NTA) has received P580.5 million from the P6.326 trillion national budget for fiscal year 2025 to support its Tobacco Industry Development Program, Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman revealed during the 2nd International Tobacco Summit on Monday.
For detail: newsinfo.inquirer.net⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: medicalxpress.com
Study finds vaping in pregnancy harms both mothers and babies
Graphical Abstract. Credit: Journal of Hazardous Materials (2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: hrdive.com
Whole Foods workers challenge company’s smoker fee
The retailer requires those on the health plan who use tobacco to pay a surcharge without meeting the requirements for an alternative option, the lawsuit alleges.
For detail: hrdive.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: globenewswire.com
New Study Confirms: Flavoured Vaping Products Helps Canadian Adults Quit Smoking
Ottawa, ON, Jan. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A recent analysis of the 2022 International Tobacco Control Four Country Smoking and Vaping Survey published by the Public Health Agency of Canada in the Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Journal (HPCDP), January 2025, has shed light on the behaviours of Canadian adults attempting to quit smoking. The study, focusing on 1,771 adults who currently smoke or have recently quit, provides valuable insights into the prevalence and patterns of nicotine vaping products (NVPs) and the effectiveness in helping people to quit smoking.
For detail: globenewswire.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: eureporter.co
Majority of EU member states call for updated tobacco taxation to address public health and revenue concerns
In a co-ordinated effort to modernize the Union’s approach to tobacco taxation, 16 member states are pushing for a significant overhaul of the bloc’s rules.
For detail: eureporter.co⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[TCC Tobacco]
Source: dhakatribune.com
Experts urge tobacco tax hike in 2025-26 budget
Health experts, academics, and youth leaders convened to urge the government to increase tobacco taxes and prices in the 2025-26 fiscal budget.
For detail: dhakatribune.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: dermatologyadvisor.com
FDA Proposes Nicotine Limits on Combustible Tobacco Products
HealthDay News — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a proposed rule to lower the level of nicotine in cigarettes and certain other combustible tobacco products in an effort to make the products minimally addictive or nonaddictive.
For detail: dermatologyadvisor.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: cato.org
A Breath of Fresh Air: Trump’s FDA Takes a Step Back from the Menthol Ban
On January 24, the press reported that the Trump Food and Drug Administration has withdrawn its proposed ban on menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars.
For detail: cato.org⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: bbc.com
Bin lorry fire prompts disposable vapes warning
East Riding of Yorkshire Council The pile of rubbish dumped in a pub car park. The rubbish is smouldering. A firefighter is training a hose on it.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bakerlaw.com
FDA Advances Proposal To Lower Nicotine in Cigarettes
In the final days of the Biden administration, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has taken a significant step toward reducing nicotine levels in cigarettes by submitting a proposed rule to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
For detail: bakerlaw.com⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: asianews.network
A new generation of smokers: Philippine Daily Inquirer
This is alarming considering that cancer is now the third leading cause of death in the country, with lung cancer ranking number one in mortality.
For detail: asianews.network⇨Published Jan 27, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: arynews.tv
Japan’s Osaka bans public smoking ahead of Expo 2025
The Japanese city of Osaka on Monday imposed a smoking ban on public streets as part of efforts to become more visitor-friendly ahead of this year’s World Expo.
For detail: arynews.tv⇨Published Jan 26, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: westorlandonews.com
FDA Proposes Reducing Nicotine in Cigarettes, Other Combusted Tobacco Products
The FDA proposed a significant step toward reducing nicotine to minimally or nonaddictive level in cigarettes and certain other combusted tobacco products, as the agency is encouraging public input on proposal that aims to prevent millions of premature deaths.
For detail: westorlandonews.com⇨Published Jan 26, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: wataugademocrat.com
Japan's Osaka bans street smoking ahead of Expo 2025
The Japanese city of Osaka on Monday imposed a smoking ban on public streets as part of efforts to become more visitor-friendly ahead of this year's World Expo.
For detail: wataugademocrat.com⇨Published Jan 26, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: thenationalnews.com
Is vaping causing a new wave of sleep disorders?
Science of sleep shows electronic cigarettes can cause insomnia, and how technology may be able to help Increasing use of e-cigarettes could be responsible for more people failing to get the recommended hours of sleep, with doctors suggesting young people may be unaware vapes contain high levels of the addictive stimulant nicotine.
For detail: thenationalnews.com⇨Published Jan 26, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: thebrighterside.news
New study reveals why most life-long smokers never develop lung cancer
Groundbreaking research links smoking to DNA mutations in lung cells, uncovering protective mechanisms and advancing early cancer detection.
For detail: thebrighterside.news⇨Published Jan 26, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: tbsnews.net
Govt begins campaign to keep public places cent percent smoking-free
The advertisements will show smoking, its indirect effects, and the harmful effects of smoking in front of women, children, and the elderly in a public place A screegrab of the advertisement created as part of the campaign.
For detail: tbsnews.net⇨Published Jan 26, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: sfexaminer.com
Japan's Osaka bans street smoking ahead of Expo 2025
The Japanese city of Osaka on Monday imposed a smoking ban on public streets as part of efforts to become more visitor-friendly ahead of this year's World Expo.
For detail: sfexaminer.com⇨Published Jan 26, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: scitechdaily.com
Pregnant and Quitting Smoking: Financial Rewards Make It Possible
Research shows cash incentives are a potent tool in helping smokers quit, especially effective among pregnant women, indicating a promising approach for public health initiatives.
For detail: scitechdaily.com⇨Published Jan 26, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
Crackdown on fake medicine and cigarette factories in Sukkur
We process your data to deliver content or advertisements and measure the delivery of such content or advertisements to extract insights about our website.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 26, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: independent.ng
Why CAPPA Wants NASS To Increase Tobacco Control Budget To N300m
LAGOS – The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), has called on the Senate and House of Representatives to raise the budgetary allocation for Tobacco Control in the 2025 National Budget from the current N10 million to N300 million.
For detail: independent.ng⇨Published Jan 26, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: hpenews.com
Japan's Osaka bans street smoking ahead of Expo 2025
The Japanese city of Osaka on Monday imposed a smoking ban on public streets as part of efforts to become more visitor-friendly ahead of this year's World Expo.
For detail: hpenews.com⇨Published Jan 26, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: citizentribune.com
Japan's Osaka bans street smoking ahead of Expo 2025
World Expo organisers in Osaka have struggled with slow ticket sales and public concern over the construction budget The Japanese city of Osaka on Monday imposed a smoking ban on public streets as part of efforts to become more visitor-friendly ahead of this year's World Expo.
For detail: citizentribune.com⇨Published Jan 26, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: cbc.ca
Promised Canada-wide ban on vaping flavours increasingly unlikely, health groups warn
Canada's chief public health officers have been advising the federal government to ban vaping flavours since 2020, reiterating this week they 'remain significantly concerned by the continued high rates of nicotine vaping among Canadian youth.
For detail: cbc.ca⇨Published Jan 25, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: presidentialprayerteam.org
FDA Authorizes Nicotine Pouch Products After Review
ZYN nicotine pouches are approved for adults 21 and older, with restrictions to safeguard public health and prevent youth use.
For detail: presidentialprayerteam.org⇨Published Jan 25, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: msn.com
Electronic cigarette usage sees increases with youth
MINOT, ND (KXNET) — Nicotine is one of the most common addictions in America, with over 23 million people in the country 12 years old or older having some form of nicotine dependence, according to the National Institute for Drug Abuse.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 25, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
Electronic cigarette usage sees increases with youth
LendingTree How To Borrow From Your Home Without Touching Your Mortgage MINOT, ND (KXNET) — Nicotine is one of the most common addictions in America, with over 23 million people in the country 12 years old or older having some form of nicotine dependence, according to the National Institute for Drug Abuse.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 25, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: deccanherald.com
Menthol cigarette ban proposal nixed by Trump administration
A proposed ban on menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars was withdrawn by the Trump administration, a blow to public health advocates who attribute thousands of premature deaths to the additive.
For detail: deccanherald.com⇨Published Jan 25, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bbc.com
Shame' illegal tobacco sellers - councillors told
Chris Young Councillors should "name and shame" businesses which have been prosecuted for selling illegal tobacco or vapes, a meeting heard.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Jan 24, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: vapingpost.com
The Rise of Snus and Resulting Decline in Smoking in Norway
While Sweden is often referred to as a leading example of tobacco harm reduction (THR) due to its low smoking rates acheived by endorsing safer nicotine products, mainly snus, neighboring Norway has been experiencing a similar decline in cigarette use - also thanks to an increase in snus use.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Jan 24, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: theguardian.com
Smokers unlikely to quit with just willpower, say researchers
A million smokers a year in England try to quit by employing methods with little chance of success, according to new research.
For detail: theguardian.com⇨Published Jan 24, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: jhpn.biomedcentral.com
Smokeless tobacco: knowledge, attitudes and usage in Pakistan
Smokeless tobacco (SLT) encompasses products that are not burnt but instead consumed orally or nasally.
For detail: jhpn.biomedcentral.com⇨Published Jan 24, 2025
[COPD Tobacco]
Source: health.ucdavis.edu
Want to stop smoking or using tobacco products? These health benefits and tips may help you quit
Quitting smoking and other tobacco products is difficult. But many people have shown that it is possible.
For detail: health.ucdavis.edu⇨Published Jan 24, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: forbes.com
What Marketing Leaders Need To Know About Nicotine Communications
Markus Lindblad is Head of External Affairs at Nicokick, advocating for healthier smoking alternatives and tobacco harm reduction campaigns.
For detail: forbes.com⇨Published Jan 24, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: ctvnews.ca
Trump administration withdraws proposed menthol ban
In this Nov. 6, 2014, file photo, a man smokes a cigarette on Main Street in Westminster, Mass.
For detail: ctvnews.ca⇨Published Jan 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: natlawreview.com
FDA Issues First Marketing Authorization for Oral Nicotine Pouches
FDA Authorizes Zyn Nicotine Pouches: A Landmark Decision for Flavored Oral Nicotine Products In a groundbreaking move, FDA has kicked off the year with its very first marketing authorization for an oral nicotine pouch product.
For detail: natlawreview.com⇨Published Jan 23, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: juve-patent.com
Juul Labs now ahead in e-cigarette battle with NJOY after latest ruling
NJOY has challenged nine patents owned by Juul Labs and its subsidiary VMR Products. After seven rulings, the patent holder has a slight lead.
For detail: juve-patent.com⇨Published Jan 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ft.lk
Industry calls on more Govt. support to create smokeless world
Manufacturers and regulators must work together to reduce tobacco-related harm, says British American Tobacco (BAT) Scientific and Regulatory Affairs Head Danni Tower, noting that lack of regulation to control non-compliant vaping products are undermining efforts made by legitimate players in the industry to reduce harm.
For detail: ft.lk⇨Published Jan 23, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: filtermag.org
Skepticism Over FDA Bid to Mandate Very Low-Nicotine Cigarettes
The Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) has issued a proposed rule that would cap nicotine levels in combustible tobacco products at a very low level.
For detail: filtermag.org⇨Published Jan 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: dermatologyadvisor.com
FDA Approves Marketing of Nicotine Pouches
HealthDay News — Following an extensive scientific review, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized the marketing of 20 ZYN nicotine pouch products.
For detail: dermatologyadvisor.com⇨Published Jan 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: britannica.com
Smoking and health
The goal of policy interventions on smoking is to reduce as rapidly as possible the incidence of death and disease related to smoking.
For detail: britannica.com⇨Published Jan 23, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: allafrica.com
Africa: Nicotine Pouches - A Public Health Opportunity in Africa's Tobacco Harm Reduction Journey
The recent decision by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to authorize the marketing of 20 ZYN nicotine pouch products is a landmark moment in the global conversation on tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: allafrica.com⇨Published Jan 22, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: vapingpost.com
Why Nicotine’s Bad Reputation is Detrimental to Public Health
While nicotine tends to be wrongly associated with the harms of smoking, there is extensive research indicating that actually the substance has some unique medicinal properties.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Jan 22, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ucl.ac.uk
One in 20 adults in England both smoke and vape
Just over one in 20 adults in England both smoke and vape, according to a new study by UCL researchers.
For detail: ucl.ac.uk⇨Published Jan 22, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: timesofisrael.com
Health Ministry warns of ‘smoking epidemic’ killing 8,000 people a year in Israel
The Health Ministry says that the rate of smoking –- including cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and hookahs –- claims the lives of approximately 8,000 people each year, including 10 percent who are nonsmokers exposed to secondhand smoke, according to its annual report.
For detail: timesofisrael.com⇨Published Jan 22, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: taiwannews.com.tw
E-cigarette use increases among Taiwan’s youth
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — The Health Promotion Administration said Tuesday that e-cigarette use among Taiwanese teenagers has increased, per CNA.
For detail: taiwannews.com.tw⇨Published Jan 22, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: simplywall.st
The Returns At Karelia Tobacco (ATH:KARE) Aren't Growing
To find a multi-bagger stock, what are the underlying trends we should look for in a business? Firstly, we'd want to identify a growing return on capital employed (ROCE) and then alongside that, an ever-increasing base of capital employed.
For detail: simplywall.st⇨Published Jan 22, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: newsinfo.inquirer.net
PH gov’t urged to recalibrate tobacco products tax
MANILA, Philippines — The national government on Wednesday was asked to recalibrate its taxation of all standard tobacco products given the expected increase in the country’s smokers in the next four years.
For detail: newsinfo.inquirer.net⇨Published Jan 22, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: msn.com
CAPPA urges NASS to increase tobacco control budget to N300m
As the National Assembly continues its review of the N49.7 trillion 2025 Appropriation Bill presented by President Bola Tinubu on December 18, 2024, the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has called on the Senate and House of Representatives to raise the budgetary allocation for tobacco control in the 2025 national budget from the current N10 million to N300 million.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 22, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: kauainownews.com
Illegal vapes, most widely used tobacco products among youth, sold in Hawaiʻi
More than 800 Hawaiʻi tobacco retailers and distributors — along with the public — are being warned about illegal tobacco products, most of which are from China, being sold throughout the state.
For detail: kauainownews.com⇨Published Jan 22, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: freemalaysiatoday.com
Lawyer gets leave to challenge smoking ban in private offices
The Kuala Lumpur High Court has granted lawyer Haniff Khatri Abdulla leave to challenge a ban on smoking in private offices which came into force on Jan 1 this year.
For detail: freemalaysiatoday.com⇨Published Jan 22, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: edition.mv
President explains why tobacco was not included in vape ban
During his address in Raa atoll Ungoofaaru, President Muizzu acknowledged public concerns about why tobacco was not banned alongside vaping.
For detail: edition.mv⇨Published Jan 22, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: docwirenews.com
Landmark Proposal: FDA Wants Big Tobacco to Lower Nicotine Levels in Cigarettes
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced a first-of-its-kind proposed rule which would require the tobacco industry to lower nicotine levels in cigarettes.
For detail: docwirenews.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: yicaiglobal.com
China's E-Cigarette Exports Slide in 2024
(Yicai) Jan. 21 -- The export value of Chinese electronic cigarettes declined last year, according to the latest official statistics.
For detail: yicaiglobal.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wvpublic.org
Advocates Call For Tobacco Prevention Funding Under New Administration
Advocates are hopeful that Governor Patrick Morrisey will include funding for tobacco prevention and cessation programs in his upcoming budget proposal.
For detail: wvpublic.org⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: watanserb.com
Financial Incentives Help Pregnant Women Quit Smoking: A Proven Strategy for Better Health
New research highlights the effectiveness of financial rewards in encouraging smoking cessation, offering long-term health benefits for pregnant women and the general population.
For detail: watanserb.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: uab.edu
Perceptions of the dangers of vaping vary among college students
1209204555300157.pssRq1UdVzN4ZrXCYTET height640The study found non-users and females were less likely to believe that e-cigarettes were less harmful than traditional cigarettes.
For detail: uab.edu⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
No Vape Ban in Luxembourg
While several neighboring countries and the European Commission are working toward banning vapor devices, Luxembourg is not.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[PMI Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
PMI Expands in Medical Cannabis
At the end of last week, Avicanna Inc., a commercial-stage, international biopharmaceutical company based in Canada, announced a “scientific and medical affairs” collaboration agreement with Vectura Fertin Pharma, a subsidiary of Philip Morris International (PMI).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thehealthy.com
The FDA Wants To Shrink Nicotine Content in These 5 Products
Maybe you want to quit—in fact, national data in 2024 revealed that two-thirds of current smokers said they would like to give up smoking.
For detail: thehealthy.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thefinancialexpress.com.bd
Taxation is not only method to stop tobacco consumption: Farida
Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter said that taxation is one of the most effective methods to stop tobacco consumption but it is not the only method.
For detail: thefinancialexpress.com.bd⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tbsnews.net
Taxes not sole solution to curb tobacco consumption: Adviser Farida
Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter speaks at a seminar in Dhaka on 21 January 2025. Photo: Courtesy Taxation is one of the most effective methods to curb tobacco consumption but it is not the only method, Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter said today (21 January).
For detail: tbsnews.net⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: seattletimes.com
WA lawmakers consider flavored tobacco ban
A Massachusetts high school principal displays vaping devices confiscated from students.
For detail: seattletimes.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[TCC Tobacco]
Source: punchng.com
CAPPA seeks N300m budget for tobacco control in Nigeria
The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa has called on the National Assembly to significantly increase the budgetary allocation for tobacco control in the 2025 national budget.
For detail: punchng.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: pouchpatrol.com
FDA Authorizes Marketing of first Nicotine Pouches
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized the marketing of 20 ZYN nicotine pouches after a rigorous scientific review.
For detail: pouchpatrol.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: optometryadvisor.com
FDA Proposes Nicotine Limits on Combustible Tobacco Products
HealthDay News — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a proposed rule to lower the level of nicotine in cigarettes and certain other combustible tobacco products in an effort to make the products minimally addictive or nonaddictive.
For detail: optometryadvisor.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: neurologyadvisor.com
Study Looks at Impact of Incentivizing Smoking Cessation in Addition to Usual Care
HealthDay News — Incentivizing smoking cessation increases smoking cessation through 12 weeks, but not at 26 weeks, when missing data are treated as smoking, according to a study published online July 2 in JAMA Network Open.
For detail: neurologyadvisor.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[FBR NCD Tobacco]
Source: nation.com.pk
SPARC holds dialogue to combat growing tobacco epidemic among youth
Peshawar - In a significant step towards combating the growing tobacco epidemic among Pakistan’s youth, the Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC) convened a two-day dialogue titled “Discussion on Sustainable Tobacco Control Measures: Protecting Youth from Emerging Health Risks.
For detail: nation.com.pk⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nasdaq.com
What You Need To Know Ahead of Philip Morris' Earnings Release
Philip Morris International Inc. (PM), headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, is a leading global tobacco company dedicated to delivering innovative and science-based alternatives to traditional cigarettes.
For detail: nasdaq.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: msn.com
Attempt to smuggling millions worth of Tobacco thwarted
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 21 (ANI/TPS): An attempt to smuggle tobacco into Israel in a quantity of over a ton, while evading tax payment in the amount of approximately 1.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: moffitt.org
FDA Authorizes Zyn Nicotine Pouches for Sale While Proposing Limit on Nicotine in Cigarettes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized Zyn nicotine pouches for sale following an “extensive scientific review" about their safety.
For detail: moffitt.org⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: meer.com
Reflections on youth nicotine addiction
In today's rapidly evolving world, where innovation and progress often herald positive change, there remains a persistent threat targeting our most vulnerable demographic: young people.
For detail: meer.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: manilastandard.net
NTA calls for stronger regulation vs. illicit tobacco, vape products
The National Tobacco Administration (NTA) called for unified action and stronger regulatory measures to address the growing illicit trade in tobacco and vape products.
For detail: manilastandard.net⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: mainichi.jp
Only 4 of Tokyo's 23 wards with street smoking bans fine heated tobacco users
TOKYO -- Only four of Tokyo's 23 wards ban street smoking of both traditional cigarettes and heated tobacco products and impose fines for violations, the Mainichi Shimbun has found.
For detail: mainichi.jp⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: limerickpost.ie
Limerick retailers facing up to €1,000 bill to sell vapes and tobacco
LIMERICK retailers will have to pay an annual fee of €800 to sell vapes and €1,000 to sell tobacco as part of a new licensing system, a move which, according to BAT (British American Tobacco) Ireland, will help to stop the proliferation of illegal vapes and prevent sales to under-18s.
For detail: limerickpost.ie⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: leaderpost.com
Saskatchewan RCMP seize 400,000 illegal cigarettes from semi near Lumsden
Highway patrol officers stopped the truck on Highway 11 a week ago and called in Mounties after they saw the unstamped tobacco in its trailer.
For detail: leaderpost.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ivpressonline.com
Innovative partnership helps low-income tobacco users quit
A partnership between Kick It California, a tobacco quitline operated by University of California San Diego, and local 211 information and referral agencies resulted in more than 55,000 new referrals for tobacco cessation services between 2021 and 2023, report researchers at the UC San Diego Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science and UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center.
For detail: ivpressonline.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: harrowonline.org
Harrow business caught selling vapes to children ordered to pay over £1,500
A Harrow business has been ordered to pay over £1,500 after it was caught selling vapes to underage children during a Trading Standards operation.
For detail: harrowonline.org⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: globalnews.ca
Saskatchewan Mounties seize 400,000 unstamped cigarettes from semi
Police have seized two dozen pallets of unstamped tobacco from a semi that was stopped by officers near Lumsden, Sask.
For detail: globalnews.ca⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: eurointegration.com.ua
How Ukraine aligns with EU anti-tobacco standards
Ukraine's Supreme Court upheld in its recent ruling the absolute ban on smoking hookahs in food establishments and recognised hookah preparation in such venues as a form of advertising and promotion of tobacco products.
For detail: eurointegration.com.ua⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: en.apa.az
Azerbaijan unveils volume of cigarette and tobacco produced over last year
During 2024, 16 billion 75.6 million cigarettes and cigars, and 4264.9 tons of tobacco were produced in Azerbaijan, APA-Economics reports citing the State Statistic Committee.
For detail: en.apa.az⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: dhakatribune.com
Farida: Taxes curb tobacco use, not the sole solution
Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter has said that imposing taxes is one of the most effective methods for reducing tobacco consumption, though she emphasized that it is not the only solution.
For detail: dhakatribune.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: contemporaryobgyn.net
Study highlights need for interventions to prevent postpartum smoking relapse
Smoking cessation during pregnancy not only reduces pregnancy complications but also lowers the risk of relapse and new smoking initiation in the first postpartum year, according to a recent study.
For detail: contemporaryobgyn.net⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: cityviewnc.com
Soldier use of nicotine pouches ‘raising alarm’ for product’s rising popularity
Nicotine pouches like Zyn, On! and Velo are becoming increasingly popular on social media. The pouches are made of microfiber and contain a powder made of nicotine, flavorings and other ingredients.
For detail: cityviewnc.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bigislandnow.com
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Lopez warns of sales of illegal tobacco products, mostly from China
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez is sending letters to more than 800 Hawaiʻi tobacco retailers and distributors about the distribution and sale of illegal tobacco products.
For detail: bigislandnow.com⇨Published Jan 21, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: al.com
FDA makes key decision on Zyn nicotine pouches
Containers of Zyn, a Phillip Morris smokeless nicotine pouch, is stacked for sale at a newsstand Friday, Feb.
For detail: al.com⇨Published Jan 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: uniondemocrat.com
Tuolumne County agencies detail recent sting for underage tobacco sales
A photo of tobacco and nicotine products purchased recently by underage Tuolumne County Sheriff's Explorers from local stores as part of a sting operation in coordination with the county Public Health Department.
For detail: uniondemocrat.com⇨Published Jan 20, 2025
[PTB Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Growers: Pakistan Government to Establish New Tobacco Board
Representatives of farmers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Pakistan, petitioned the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf-led provincial government to establish the Pakhtunkhwa Tobacco Board through legislation to protect and safeguard the rights and interests of poor growers in the province.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Jan 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thefridaytimes.com
Harnessing Social Media For Tobacco Harm Reduction in Pakistan
Leveraging Digital Platforms to Promote Smoke-Free Alternatives and Combat High Smoking Rates Across the Nation Pakistan faces a significant public health challenge in the form of high smoking rates.
For detail: thefridaytimes.com⇨Published Jan 20, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: technologynetworks.com
How Cigarette Smoke Impairs Critical Lung Immune Cells
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For detail: technologynetworks.com⇨Published Jan 20, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: prnewswire.com
Adjust brings two all-new adjustable vapes
MIAMI, Jan. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Adjust, a vaping explorer, unveils mysweet and mysour, two adjustable single-use vapes for a tailored flavor experience in the US.
For detail: prnewswire.com⇨Published Jan 20, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: letsrecycle.com
Vape ban: Business owners could face two years in prison
Defra has today (20 January 2025) released new guidance for businesses preparing for the ban of single-use vapes in the UK.
For detail: letsrecycle.com⇨Published Jan 20, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: kxan.com
FDA proposes sweeping limits on nicotine in cigarettes
(The Hill) — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released a sweeping proposal Wednesday to try to make cigarettes less addictive by lowering the amount of nicotine they contain, an 11th-hour plan from the Biden administration that will take years to go into effect, if it happens at all.
For detail: kxan.com⇨Published Jan 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: irishtimes.com
Retailers selling tobacco and vaping products will have to apply and pay for a licence from next year
At present retailers selling tobacco products must register and pay a once-off fee of €50. There are no requirements for those seeking to sell nicotine-inhaling products.
For detail: irishtimes.com⇨Published Jan 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: euroweeklynews.com
Parent warning: Nicotine pouch school epidemic raises alarm
Legal loophole allows children to 'get high' on nicotine pouches. A box of nicotine pouches.
For detail: euroweeklynews.com⇨Published Jan 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: etnownews.com
PMI in India Strengthens Anti-Illicit Tobacco Trade Efforts
Urges cross-sector, public-private collaboration and strict enforcement to eradicate illicit tobacco trade.
For detail: etnownews.com⇨Published Jan 20, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: e.vnexpress.net
Vietnam proposes $40-80 fine for e-cigarette, heated tobacco use
Under the draft amendment to Decree 117 on administrative penalties in the healthcare sector, violators' information would be reported to relevant authorities or schools for further action, and confiscated products would be destroyed.
For detail: e.vnexpress.net⇨Published Jan 20, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: dailynewsegypt.com
Philip Morris targets expansion in Egypt after IQOS success
IQOS’s success in Egypt signals a promising opportunity for the introduction of additional smoke-free products to the market, according to Tommaso Di Giovanni, Vice President for International Communication and Engagement at Philip Morris International (PMI).
For detail: dailynewsegypt.com⇨Published Jan 20, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ajmc.com
In a First-of-Its-Kind Decision, FDA Will Allow Marketing of Nicotine Pouches
This marketing decision from the FDA covers 2 nicotine strengths, 3 mg and 6 mg, and 10 flavors of the small tobacco-free synthetic pouches.
For detail: ajmc.com⇨Published Jan 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: whyy.org
FDA regulation of nicotine pouches can help prevent youth use, say Rutgers researchers
Nicotine pouches are a newer class of smokeless products that don’t contain tobacco. Zyn became the first FDA-authorized brand on Jan.
For detail: whyy.org⇨Published Jan 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: papetroleum.org
FDA Publishes Very Low Nicotine Cigarette Content Proposed Rule
In the remaining days of the Biden Administration, the FDA has published a proposed rule that would establish a maximum nicotine level.
For detail: papetroleum.org⇨Published Jan 19, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: hurriyetdailynews.com
Tax inspections reveal 300 million lira illicit e-cigarette trade
The Treasury and Finance Ministry’s tax inspection units have uncovered an illicit trade worth 300 million Turkish Liras ($8.
For detail: hurriyetdailynews.com⇨Published Jan 19, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: healthday.com
Menthol Mimics Pose Challenge to Tobacco Bans
SUNDAY, Jan. 19, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Menthol cigarettes are under fire in the United States for promoting smoking among Black Americans, with a number of cities and states banning the smokes.
For detail: healthday.com⇨Published Jan 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: forbes.com
World’s Largest Tobacco Company Continues Silent Entry Into Cannabis: Is Philip Morris A Medical Marijuana Supporter?
Medical Science Laboratory: Portrait of Beautiful Black Scientist Looking Under Microscope Does Analysis of Test Sample.
For detail: forbes.com⇨Published Jan 19, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: dailymail.co.uk
Scientists discover exactly how vaping can DESTROY the lungs
Scientists today hailed a breakthrough after discovering exactly how e-cigarettes can damage the lungs. Britons are taking up vaping in unprecedented numbers, with roughly one in ten adults now estimated to be hooked on the habit.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk⇨Published Jan 19, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: chronicleonline.com
The Trump FDA has an opportunity to lead on illicit vapes
Priorities for the new Trump administration will soon begin to take shape.
For detail: chronicleonline.com⇨Published Jan 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thehindu.com
Smokeless tobacco products contribute to over 50% of oral cancer cases in India, study finds
‘Despite implementing several tobacco control measures, India lags in addressing the specific challenges posed by flavoured smokeless tobacco’ Popular smokeless tobacco products in India include gutka, khaini, zarda, betel quid with tobacco (paan), and region-specific products like mishri and gul.
For detail: thehindu.com⇨Published Jan 18, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: scitechdaily.com
New Research: Smoking and Vaping Alters Key Lung Cells, Increasing Disease Risks
This illustration explores how smoke components in cigarette and e-cigarette smoke obscures critical molecules like Smole-binding ligands and MR1 complexes, disrupting T cell responses.
For detail: scitechdaily.com⇨Published Jan 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: northcentralpa.com
FDA considers nicotine limitations for cigarettes, vapes, and more
Washington, D.C. — The FDA is seeking public feedback on a proposal that could reduce the addictive properties of combusted tobacco products like cigarettes, cigars, and pipe tobacco.
For detail: northcentralpa.com⇨Published Jan 18, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: muscatdaily.com
Year-long campaign launched to educate public on tobacco risks
Muscat – Represented by Department of Health Education and Awareness Programmes, Ministry of Health (MoH) officially launched a year-long ‘National Tobacco Harm Awareness Campaign’ on Wednesday at Arab Open University.
For detail: muscatdaily.com⇨Published Jan 18, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: doherty.edu.au
How cigarette smoke disrupts the immune system and fuels inflammatory lung disease
Australian researchers have found how chemicals in cigarette smoke and e-cigarettes compromise the immune system of smokers and those exposed to second or third-hand smoke, shedding light on why they may be more susceptible to respiratory infections and conditions, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
For detail: doherty.edu.au⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wilx.com
FDA proposal looks to crack down on nicotine addiction, but leaves vapes out
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - It’s the leading cause of premature death for millions of adults nationwide, and yet, smokers still go back for more.
For detail: wilx.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: wdam.com
Proposed bill looks to regulate vaping industry
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - In 2024, 1.63 million students nationwide admitted to using e-cigarettes according to the CDC.
For detail: wdam.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wataugademocrat.com
FDA Approves Marketing of Nicotine Pouches
FRIDAY, Jan. 17, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Following an extensive scientific review, the U.S.
For detail: wataugademocrat.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: tribune.com.pk
PlaqueBoyMax responds to Fivio Foreign's diss with fiery verse after viral smoking dispute
PlaqueBoyMax has fired back at Fivio Foreign after a viral streaming incident earlier this month. The controversy began when Fivio Foreign and Lil Tjay joined PlaqueBoyMax for a live stream at an Airbnb.
For detail: tribune.com.pk⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: telegraph.co.uk
The risks of vaping and how to quit
With growing evidence that e-cigarettes are harmful, here’s how to beat your nicotine addiction and improve your health Experts say there is a need for better strategies for helping people transition away from all forms of nicotine, including vapes.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: spectrumlocalnews.com
Illegal vapes, tobacco products being sold in Hawaii contain high amounts of nicotine
Illegal vapes or e-cigarettes and oral tobacco pouch products originating from China and containing “dangerously” high amounts of nicotine may have found their way into Hawaii.
For detail: spectrumlocalnews.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: scmp.com
How to earn more money if you’re a smoker
New research suggests that smokers are likely to earn less money than peers who abstain, and the more they smoke, the bigger the gap Smoking could be a cause of “reduced success in the labour market”, possibly as it undermines productivity, particularly in physically demanding jobs, and leaves smokers vulnerable to bias and discrimination, according to researchers of a new study.
For detail: scmp.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: sciencenews.org
Cigarettes with less nicotine may help some smokers quit
A person's hand holding a lit cigarette near an ashtray and a mug of peer. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a rule in January to drastically reduce the amount of nicotine in cigarettes and certain other combusted tobacco products in order to help people stop smoking.
For detail: sciencenews.org⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: san.com
FDA allows sale of ZYN nicotine pouches, cites lower risks than cigarettes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has officially approved nicotine pouches from ZYN, deeming them safer than traditional cigarettes and lower in health risks.
For detail: san.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: reuters.com
US FDA grants first market authorization of nicotine pouches to Zyn
Cans of tobacco group Swedish Match's ZYN-branded tobacco-free nicotine pouches are seen on display at the company's concept store in Stockholm Item 1 of 2 Cans of tobacco group Swedish Match's ZYN-branded tobacco-free nicotine pouches are seen on display at the company's concept store in Stockholm, Sweden October 24, 2018.
For detail: reuters.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: redlakenationnews.com
Attorney General Ellison sues e-cigarette manufacturer, launches investigation of another
January 16, 2024 (SAINT PAUL) – Attorney General Ellison today announced that his office has filed a lawsuit against High Light Vapes for violating state laws against deceptive tobacco marketing, marketing vapes to children, and consumer fraud, and has launched an investigation into e-cigarette manufacturer Loon to determine whether Loon has violated these or similar laws.
For detail: redlakenationnews.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: protectingtaxpayers.org
Across the Pond: Exploring Tobacco Harm Reduction in LMICs with Samrat Chowdhery
In the latest episode of Across the Pond, hosts Martin Cullip and Lindsey Stroud welcome journalist and harm reduction advocate Samrat Chowdhery for an insightful discussion on tobacco harm reduction in lower to middle income countries (LMICs).
For detail: protectingtaxpayers.org⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: prnewswire.com
Adjust launches a flavor-adjustable vape
MIAMI, Jan. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Adjust, a vaping explorer, today in the US introduces myFlavor, a single-use vape offering a customizable dual-flavor experience.
For detail: prnewswire.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: phillyvoice.com
The FDA wants to limit nicotine in cigarettes — a move that could save millions of lives
Temple pulmonologist Dr. Jamie Garfield says the proposed regulation is an effective harm reduction strategy, but suggests it will take a significant lobbying effort for it to go into effect.
For detail: phillyvoice.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: pharmacytimes.com
FDA Targets Nicotine to Reduce Lung Cancer and Other Tobacco-Related Diseases
The FDA proposes to cap the nicotine level at 0.7 mg per gram of tobacco in cigarettes and certain other combusted tobacco products.
For detail: pharmacytimes.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: owensborotimes.com
FDA approves ZYN nicotine pouches; Owensboro facility at forefront of expansion
In a groundbreaking move for the industry, the FDA has authorized the marketing of ZYN nicotine pouches — the first product of its kind to pass the agency’s rigorous Premarket Tobacco Product Application (PMTA) process.
For detail: owensborotimes.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: npr.org
Zyn nicotine pouches can be marketed in the U.S., the FDA says. What does this mean?
Containers of Zyn, a smokeless nicotine pouch, are displayed for sale among other nicotine and tobacco products at a newsstand in New York on Feb.
For detail: npr.org⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: news.yahoo.com
Dad in hospital for three months after vaping put him in a coma
A dad who was left in a coma for two weeks after continuously puffing on a vape during his nightclub shifts says "vaping is not worth your life".
For detail: news.yahoo.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: kxan.com
FDA will allow Zyn nicotine pouches to stay on the market
(The Hill) — Zyn products will be allowed to stay on the market after federal health officials said Thursday that the popular nicotine pouches can help adult smokers cut back or switch completely.
For detail: kxan.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: khqa.com
FDA authorizes sale of Zyn nicotine pouches following 'extensive scientific review'
A container filled with Zyn pouches sits on a table in Arlington, Va. on January 26, 2024.
For detail: khqa.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: indiatoday.in
FDA moves to cut nicotine in cigarettes: What you need to know
The FDA proposes cutting nicotine in cigarettes by 96%, aiming to curb addiction, save millions of lives, and prevent youth smoking.
For detail: indiatoday.in⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: healio.com
FDA approves sale of Zyn nicotine pouches following extensive review
Study data show that nicotine pouches benefit adults who switched over to them from cigarettes or other tobacco products.
For detail: healio.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: hawaiinewsnow.com
Attorney general sounds alarm over illegal vapes sold in Hawaii
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Attorney General Anne Lopez is issuing letters to over 800 Hawaii tobacco retailers and distributors that may be distributing and selling illegal tobacco products.
For detail: hawaiinewsnow.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: finance.yahoo.com
FDA authorizes marketing of nicotine pouches for the first time
This story was originally published on C-Store Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily C-Store Dive newsletter.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: english.news.cn
Former deputy chief of China's State Tobacco Monopoly Administration under probe
BEIJING, Jan. 17 (Xinhua) -- Zhang Tianfeng, former deputy chief of China's State Tobacco Monopoly Administration, has been placed under investigation for suspected severe violations of Party discipline and laws, according to an official statement on Friday.
For detail: english.news.cn⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: emporiagazette.com
FDA Approves Marketing of Nicotine Pouches
FRIDAY, Jan. 17, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Following an extensive scientific review, the U.S.
For detail: emporiagazette.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: dermatologyadvisor.com
Incentives Aid Smoking Cessation Across Populations
HealthDay News — There is high-certainty evidence that incentives improve smoking cessation rates at long-term follow-up across populations, according to a review published online Jan.
For detail: dermatologyadvisor.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: dailyguardian.com.ph
Nicotine Pouches: A Public Health Puzzle With Missing Pieces
Oral nicotine pouches (ONPs), sleek, discreet, and often flavored, are rapidly gaining traction in the US market, especially among young adults.
For detail: dailyguardian.com.ph⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: dailygazette.com
FDA Approves Marketing of Nicotine Pouches
FRIDAY, Jan. 17, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Following an extensive scientific review, the U.S.
For detail: dailygazette.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: chinadaily.com.cn
Former deputy head of China Tobacco under investigation
Zhang Tianfeng, former deputy head of the State Tobacco Monopoly Administration, is being investigated for suspected severe violations of the Party disciplines and national laws, China's top anti-corruption watchdogs announced on Friday.
For detail: chinadaily.com.cn⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: cbs6albany.com
FDA proposes reducing nicotine in cigarettes to nonaddictive levels
NEW YORK — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed a groundbreaking plan to reduce the amount of nicotine in cigarettes to a minimally or nonaddictive level.
For detail: cbs6albany.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: carolinajournal.com
Biden’s last-minute move to snuff out smoking is doomed to fail
Tobacco has a long history in our region. Early English settlers in Virginia and the Carolinas largely built their economies around growing the crop and exporting it back to Europe.
For detail: carolinajournal.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: cancerletter.com
FDA issues proposed rule to limit nicotine in cigarettes
FDA issued a proposed rule that, if finalized, would make cigarettes and certain other combusted tobacco products minimally or nonaddictive by limiting the level of nicotine in those products.
For detail: cancerletter.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: bbc.com
Vape shop receives '40 requests' for illegal items
Henry Godfrey-Evans/BBC A sign behind a shop glass that says "we do not sell cannabis or any other illegal drugs, please stop asking, thank you, the vape shop, Chelmsford"Henry Godfrey-Evans/BBC The shop co-owners stuck the sign in the window temporarily The owners of a vape shop said they put a warning sign in their window after receiving more than 40 requests in two weeks for illegal products.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bbc.com
US FDA officially authorises Zyn nicotine pouches for sale
Getty Images Two cans of Zyn on a table, one of them open. There are some pouches on the counter.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: asianews.network
Pakistan tops annual smoking death toll in South Asia: report
According to the Global Burden of Disease 2024, Pakistan reported an annual death rate from smoking of 91.
For detail: asianews.network⇨Published Jan 17, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: aol.com
FDA approves sales and marketing for Zyn nicotine pouches
Containers of Zyn, a smokeless nicotine pouch, are displayed for sale among other nicotine and tobacco products at a newsstand on Feb.
For detail: aol.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: youtube.com
How Could Tobacco Harm Reduction Affect Nigeria?
The report Saving 600,000 Lives in Nigeria and Kenya highlights an innovative solution: integrating Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) into existing tobacco control strategies.
For detail: youtube.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: wsj.com
FDA Allows Flavored Zyn Nicotine Pouches to Stay on the Market
Agency finds Zyn’s benefit as a safer alternative for adult cigarette smokers outweighs its risk to young people U.S.
For detail: wsj.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wordinblack.com
FDA Wants Limits on Tobacco Nicotine Levels
In a groundbreaking move anti-smoking activists say could save lives, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has proposed cutting the amount of nicotine, the addictive substance in cigarettes and several other tobacco products, making it harder to hook new smokers — and easier for longtime smokers to quit.
For detail: wordinblack.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: via.ritzau.dk
FDA Authorizes All ZYN Nicotine Pouch Products Currently Marketed by Swedish Match in the U.S.
FDA decision makes ZYN the first authorized nicotine pouch productScience-based decision affirms that ZYN nicotine pouches are a better alternative for adults who smoke or use other traditional tobacco products The U.S.
For detail: via.ritzau.dk⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: vapingpost.com
The Importance of Encouraging Vape Recycling Initiatives
It is no secret that while vaping products are excellent smoking cessation tools, technology is lagging behind in making them environmentally friendly.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: vaping360.com
FDA Grants First Nicotine Pouch Authorizations to ZYN
The FDA has authorized the sale of all 20 varieties of ZYN nicotine pouches, granting marketing permission to manufacturer Swedish Match, which is a division of Philip Morris International (PMI).
For detail: vaping360.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: usatoday.com
FDA authorizes Zyn nicotine pouches, cites lower risk than cigarettes
The Food and Drug Administration authorized the marketing of 20 Zyn products on Thursday, marking the first such move by the regulator for the fast-growing nicotine pouches segment.
For detail: usatoday.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: upi.com
For first time, FDA approves marketing of nicotine pouch products
Officials with the U..S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday OK'd the marketing of Zyn nicotine pouches to adults.
For detail: upi.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: truthinitiative.org
Young leaders address nicotine addiction as truth Ambassadors
Eight young leaders from across the country are committed to national and local action to empower lives free from nicotine addiction as the new class of truth Ambassadors and Trainers.
For detail: truthinitiative.org⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
FDA Authorizes 20 ZYN Pouch Products
Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized the marketing of 20 ZYN nicotine pouch products through the premarket tobacco product application (PMTA) pathway following an extensive scientific review.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccofreekids.org
FDA Authorization of Flavored Zyn Products Ignores Appeal to Kids and Risks Another Juul
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The FDA today has set a dangerous precedent that puts the nation’s kids at risk by authorizing the sale of 20 Zyn nicotine pouch products with flavors that clearly appeal to kids, including chill, citrus, cool mint and peppermint.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: thestatesman.com
Reasoned approach to vaping needed
In the never-ending debate on public health, some products are subjected to great scrutiny while others enjoy free access to markets.
For detail: thestatesman.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: thespectator.com
Is removing nicotine from cigarettes bad science?
If policymakers want more people to quit smoking, they should ‘follow the science,’ and steer clear of draconian measures On Wednesday, the Biden administration announced a bizarre proposal to cap the amount of nicotine in cigarettes.
For detail: thespectator.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: themainewire.com
Harm Reduction: FDA Allows Marketing of ZYN Nicotine Pouch Products As Less Harmful Alternative to Cigarettes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Thursday announced that they have authorized the marketing of a wide array of ZYN nicotine pouch products to adults 21 and older as a less harmful alternative to cigarettes or smokeless tobacco products.
For detail: themainewire.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: sudbury.com
FDA OKs sales of Zyn nicotine pouches, citing health benefits for adult smokers
FILE - Containers of Zyn, a smokeless nicotine pouch, are displayed for sale among other nicotine and tobacco products at a newsstand on Feb.
For detail: sudbury.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: style.yahoo.com
Vaping dangers explained after Paul Danan dies following 'obsessive' e-cig use
Vaping has been viewed as something of a trendier and less harmful substitute for smoking in recent years.
For detail: style.yahoo.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: statnews.com
FDA authorizes sale of Zyn nicotine pouches, saying public health benefits outweigh risk
As Zyn nicotine pouches gained viral fame via TikTok and other social media platforms in recent months, public health organizations and politicians have been raising concerns about their potential appeal to young people.
For detail: statnews.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: statnews.com
FDA bans dye, curbs nicotine; study shows red meat associated with dementia risk
An assortment of red gummies and candies, including two pieces of teeth-shaped gummies in the middle and two marshmallow on the right -- FDA coverage from STAT Get your daily dose of health and medicine every weekday with STAT’s free newsletter Morning Rounds.
For detail: statnews.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: stalbertgazette.com
FDA OKs sales of Zyn nicotine pouches, citing health benefits for adult smokers
FILE - Containers of Zyn, a smokeless nicotine pouch, are displayed for sale among other nicotine and tobacco products at a newsstand on Feb.
For detail: stalbertgazette.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: squamishchief.com
FDA OKs sales of Zyn nicotine pouches, citing health benefits for adult smokers
FILE - Containers of Zyn, a smokeless nicotine pouch, are displayed for sale among other nicotine and tobacco products at a newsstand on Feb.
For detail: squamishchief.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: spectrumlocalnews.com
New York Quitline helps woman kick two-decade smoking habit
A new year is time for resolving to do things differently. For some people, their resolution is to stop smoking.
For detail: spectrumlocalnews.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: spectator.co.uk
Removing the nicotine from cigarettes could be bad science
On Wednesday, the Biden administration announced a bizarre proposal to cap the amount of nicotine in cigarettes.
For detail: spectator.co.uk⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: shiawaves.com
Pakistan Leads South Asia in Smoking-Related Deaths
According to a recent analysis by Gallup Pakistan, Pakistan has the highest annual death toll from smoking in South Asia, surpassing the global average, Dawn Newspaper reported.
For detail: shiawaves.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: richmond-news.com
FDA OKs sales of Zyn nicotine pouches, citing health benefits for adult smokers
FILE - Containers of Zyn, a smokeless nicotine pouch, are displayed for sale among other nicotine and tobacco products at a newsstand on Feb.
For detail: richmond-news.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: reuters.com
US regulators propose capping nicotine in cigarettes at non-addictive levels
A man smokes a cigarette while sitting in the Times Square section of New York City A man smokes a cigarette while sitting in the Times Square section of New York City, U.S.
For detail: reuters.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: reason.com
The FDA Proposes a De Facto Cigarette Ban, Which Would Expand the Disastrous War on Drugs
Mandating negligible nicotine levels in tobacco products would create a big black market and criminalize currently legal transactions.
For detail: reason.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: pulmonologyadvisor.com
Analyses Suggest No Causal Effect of Smoking Behavior on Chronic Kidney Disease
HealthDay News — Smoking behavior seems to not have a causal effect on chronic kidney disease (CKD) risk in White individuals, according to a study published online Nov.
For detail: pulmonologyadvisor.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: prnewswire.com
Proposal to Lower Nicotine Levels Represents Historic Step Forward for Public Health
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) proposed rule to make cigarettes and certain other combusted tobacco products minimally or nonaddictive by limiting the level of nicotine represents a monumental step forward for public health.
For detail: prnewswire.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: princegeorgecitizen.com
FDA OKs sales of Zyn nicotine pouches, citing health benefits for adult smokers
FILE - Containers of Zyn, a smokeless nicotine pouch, are displayed for sale among other nicotine and tobacco products at a newsstand on Feb.
For detail: princegeorgecitizen.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: postandcourier.com
Commentary: The Trump FDA has an opportunity to lead on illicit vapes
Priorities for the new Trump administration will soon begin to take shape.
For detail: postandcourier.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ottawa.ctvnews.ca
U.S. FDA approves sales of Zyn nicotine pouches, citing health benefits for adult smokers
Containers of Zyn, a smokeless nicotine pouch, are displayed for sale among other nicotine and tobacco products at a newsstand on Feb.
For detail: ottawa.ctvnews.ca⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: news-medical.net
"Smoke-free generation" concept could save billions in health-care costs
Smoking stubbornly remains a leading cause of disease, disability and death in Canada, even as prevalence rates have fallen significantly over the last 50 years.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nbcnews.com
FDA officially authorizes Zyn nicotine pouches for sale following health review
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration formally authorized Zyn nicotine pouches for sale after conducting an "extensive scientific review" about their safety.
For detail: nbcnews.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nationalreview.com
FDA Approves Sale of Zyn Nicotine Pouches as Less Harmful Cigarette Alternative
The Food and Drug Administration officially approved Thursday the sale of wildly popular Zyn nicotine pouches as a less harmful alternative to smoking cigarettes.
For detail: nationalreview.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: mobilityplaza.org
FDA moves to drastically reduce nicotine from cigarettes
United States' Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has unveiled a proposal to drastically reduce nicotine in cigarettes.
For detail: mobilityplaza.org⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: medpagetoday.com
FDA Authorizes Marketing of Nicotine Pouches, a First for the Agency
FDA MARKETING ZYN nicotine pouch products over a photo of a container of Zyn nicotine pouches.
For detail: medpagetoday.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: medicalxpress.com
FDA proposes nicotine cap to help curb cigarette addiction
A rather historic U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposal aims to make cigarettes and other tobacco products far less addictive by reducing their nicotine content.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: mdanderson.org
What to know about nicotine pouches
BY Gina Van Thomme January 16, 2025Medically Reviewed | Last reviewed by Jennifer Cofer, Dr.P.H.
For detail: mdanderson.org⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: manilatimes.net
FDA Publishes Proposed New Tobacco Product Standard for Nicotine Yield, Citing VLN from 22nd Century as the Only Combustible Cigarette That Complies with the New Standard
New FDA Rule Cites Extensive Research Using 22nd Century Manufactured Products and Specifically Cites 22nd Century VLN Sales Activity Proposed Standard Designates VLNC as a New Product Category, 22nd Century Ready to Manufacture as Needed to Quickly Expand Commercialization and Distribution.
For detail: manilatimes.net⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: investing.com
FDA authorizes all ZYN nicotine pouches
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized a range of nicotine pouches produced by Swedish Match, marking the first such approval for nicotine pouch products in the United States.
For detail: investing.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Philip Morris Tobacco]
Source: investing.com
Morgan Stanley sets Philip Morris stock target, overweight on portfolio
On Thursday, Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) initiated coverage on shares of Philip Morris International Inc.
For detail: investing.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[FDA Tobacco]
Source: investing.com
Philip Morris stock rises on FDA's first nicotine pouch approval
Investing.com -- Shares of Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE:PM) rose 1% following the U.S.
For detail: investing.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: infectiousdiseaseadvisor.com
Incentives Aid Smoking Cessation Across Populations
HealthDay News — There is high-certainty evidence that incentives improve smoking cessation rates at long-term follow-up across populations, according to a review published online Jan.
For detail: infectiousdiseaseadvisor.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: fox61.com
Connecticut Attorney General cracks down on addictive, disposable bootleg e-cigarettes
HARTFORD, Conn. — As part of a national movement that is larger than Connecticut, Attorney General William Tong is taking significant steps to crack down on addictive, disposable bootleg e-cigarettes that are being used by and harming young people across the United States.
For detail: fox61.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: fox5atlanta.com
New FDA proposal to lower nicotine levels in cigarettes would impact Georgia smokers
Woman smokes a menthol cigarette in front of a Quick Stop store on March 30, 2010 in Miami, Florida.
For detail: fox5atlanta.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: forbes.com
FDA Approves Zyn Pouches For Sale As Less Harmful Alternative To Cigarettes
The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday authorized the popular Zyn nicotine pouches for sale in the U.S.
For detail: forbes.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: firstpost.com
Will non-addictive and easy-to-quit cigarettes be a reality?
In the final days of President Joe Biden’s term, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has placed a proposal that could make cigarettes less addictive and simpler to quit.
For detail: firstpost.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: financialfortunemedia.com
Health Experts Poke Holes On Smoke-Free Alternatives’ Raging Debate
HRS emphasized that smoke-free nicotine products, including vapes and nicotine pouches, are significantly less harmful than combustible cigarettes and have helped millions worldwide quit smoking.
For detail: financialfortunemedia.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: edition.mv
Illegal cigarette import: Nazim says it was a MVR 46 million transaction
The parliament's 241 committee is concerned over the lack of information in the report shared by Maldives Customs Service regarding the smuggling of 84,000 cigarette boxes into the country.
For detail: edition.mv⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: divisionofresearch.kaiserpermanente.org
Smoking is most common method of cannabis use in pregnancy
Kaiser Permanente researchers find nearly a third of those with prenatal cannabis use it in multiple forms A new study finds about 71% of people who use cannabis during pregnancy smoke it, and about a third use an edible version.
For detail: divisionofresearch.kaiserpermanente.org⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: cspdailynews.com
FDA Authorizes First Nicotine Pouch
The Food and Drug Administration issued marketing granted orders to 20 Zyn nicotine pouch products. The announcement on Thursday marks the first nicotine pouch product to be authorized by the FDA.
For detail: cspdailynews.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: csnews.com
Judge Delays Enforcement of New Cigarette Graphic Warnings
SILVER SPRING, Md. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will have to wait to enforce the new cigarette warnings on packaging and advertising after a federal judge pushed the pause button.
For detail: csnews.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: brusselstimes.com
Lanaken man sentenced to 18 months in prison for illegal cigarette factory
A businessman from Lanaken has been sentenced to 18 months in prison and fined €13.3 million, most of it suspended, after an illegal cigarette factory was discovered in a warehouse he rented out through one of his companies.
For detail: brusselstimes.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: atr.org
FDA Admits Reality; Approves Nicotine Pouches For Harm Reduction
In a groundbreaking moment for harm reduction, public health, and consumer rights, the U.S.
For detail: atr.org⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: aol.com
FDA proposes reducing nicotine levels in cigarettes to nonaddictive levels
The Food and Drug Administration said it is proposing reducing the maximum nicotine levels in cigarettes to minimally or nonaddictive levels.
For detail: aol.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: ajmc.com
FDA Proposal Aims to Reduce Smoking Addiction and SCLC Cases
Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) is strongly linked to smoking, with about 80% of lung cancer deaths attributed to tobacco use.
For detail: ajmc.com⇨Published Jan 16, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: abc4.com
FDA proposes sweeping limits on nicotine in cigarettes
(The Hill) — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released a sweeping proposal Wednesday to try to make cigarettes less addictive by lowering the amount of nicotine they contain, an 11th-hour plan from the Biden administration that will take years to go into effect, if it happens at all.
For detail: abc4.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: vaping360.com
FDA Proposes Nicotine Limit for Cigarettes and Other Tobacco
The FDA today announced a formal proposal to reduce nicotine in cigarettes and other combustible tobacco products below addictive levels.
For detail: vaping360.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: usnews.com
FDA Moves to Reduce Nicotine From Cigarettes
SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO - JULY 28, 2018: A man holds a cigarette in his hand in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
For detail: usnews.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: usatoday.com
FDA seeks to limit nicotine in cigarettes, most cigars. Vapes and Zyn are excluded.
The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday unveiled a proposed rule that would make tobacco companies slash nicotine levels in cigarettes, most cigars and other combustible tobacco products sold nationwide.
For detail: usatoday.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
The hidden dangers of vaping: Understanding its cancer risks
Vaping has been marketed as a healthy version of smoking. However, vaping can potentially increase the risk of cancer, although the long-term risks are still being studied.
For detail: timesofindia.indiatimes.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: time.com
The FDA Wants to Make Cigarettes Nonaddictive
WASHINGTON — Federal officials on Wednesday released a far-reaching proposal to make cigarettes less addictive by capping their nicotine content, a goal long sought by antismoking advocates that is unlikely to go into effect anytime soon.
For detail: time.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thehill.com
FDA proposes sweeping limits on nicotine in cigarettes
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released a sweeping proposal Wednesday to try to make cigarettes less addictive by lowering the amount of nicotine they contain, an eleventh-hour plan from the Biden administration that will take years to go into effect, if it happens at all.
For detail: thehill.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tctmd.com
FDA: Cutting Nicotine Levels Will Prevent Smoking-Related Death and Illness
Aproposed rule from the US Food and Drug Administration seeks to lower the amount of nicotine in cigarettes and other combustible tobacco products to minimally or nonaddictive levels to reduce smoking-related illness and death, the agency said today.
For detail: tctmd.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: prnewswire.com
FDA Proposes Significant Step Toward Reducing Nicotine to Minimally or Nonaddictive Level in Cigarettes and Certain Other Combusted Tobacco Products
Agency Encourages Public Input on Proposal That Aims to Prevent Millions of Premature Deaths SILVER SPRING, Md.
For detail: prnewswire.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: pbs.org
FDA releases plan to make cigarettes less addictive, but its fate rests with Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal officials on Wednesday released a far-reaching proposal to make cigarettes far less addictive by capping their nicotine content, a goal long sought by antismoking advocates that is unlikely to go into effect anytime soon.
For detail: pbs.org⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: npr.org
Lower nicotine requirements in cigarettes could be coming soon
The Food and Drug Administration wants to limit nicotine in cigarettes and other combustible tobacco products, a move the outgoing Biden administration and anti-smoking advocates have said could make smoking a lot less addictive and easier to quit.
For detail: npr.org⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: news-medical.net
Study reveals how cigarette smoke weakens immune cells in the lungs
Cigarette smoking is widespread and deadly, yet our understanding of how cigarette smoke actually causes serious respiratory illnesses is incomplete, which has severely hampered the development of effective treatments.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: nbcnewyork.com
FDA moves to slash nicotine in cigarettes
The proposed rule would drastically reduce the level of nicotine allowed in combustible tobacco products, but it would not apply to vapes.
For detail: nbcnewyork.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: nbcnews.com
FDA moves to slash nicotine in cigarettes
Nicotine levels in cigarettes sold in the U.S. would have to be drastically lowered under a proposal released Wednesday by the Food and Drug Administration.
For detail: nbcnews.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: jamanetwork.com
THE TREATMENT OF ACUTE NICOTINE POISONING
The fact that an individual poisoned with nicotine is rarely seen by the physician in time to institute treatment is not a sufficient reason for a lack of knowledge as to what may be done to save life when the opportunity is at hand.
For detail: jamanetwork.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: healthwatch.co.uk
How can we better support people to stop smoking and vaping?
The Government wants to create a smoke-free generation. Included in their policy package is proposed legislation to stop young people from starting to smoke, a ban on single-use vapes, as well as a ban on the marketing of nicotine products to children.
For detail: healthwatch.co.uk⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: healio.com
FDA proposes cap on nicotine levels in cigarettes
The FDA has proposed limiting the level of nicotine in cigarettes and other combusted tobacco products like cigars and pipe tobacco to make them “minimally or nonaddictive,” according to a press release from the agency.
For detail: healio.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[COPD Tobacco]
Source: healio.com
Integrated care ‘best treatment option’ for smoking cessation during lung cancer screening
Integrated care of nicotine replacement, pharmacotherapy and counseling proved most durable for smoking cessation.
For detail: healio.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: globenewswire.com
E-Cigarette Research Report 2024: Global Market to Reach $23.15 Billion by 2029, Driven by Rising Prevalence Among the Young Generation and Availability of Different Flavors
The global e-cigarette market has witnessed substantial growth over the past decade, largely driven by the perception that e-cigarettes are a safer alternative to traditional combustible tobacco products.
For detail: globenewswire.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: geo.tv
Smoking death toll region's highest in Pakistan: Gallup
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan reported an annual smoking-related death rate of 91.1 per 100,000 people, which is one of the highest in South Asia, as per the Gallup Pakistan’s analysis of the Global Burden of Disease 2024 dataset.
For detail: geo.tv⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: finance.yahoo.com
Philip Morris Resilient on Smoke-Free Transition Efforts and Pricing
Philip Morris International Inc. PM has been making significant strides toward a smoke-free future.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: fda.gov
FDA Proposes Significant Step Toward Reducing Nicotine to Minimally or Nonaddictive Level in Cigarettes and Certain Other Combusted Tobacco Products
Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a proposed rule that, if finalized, would make cigarettes and certain other combusted tobacco products minimally or nonaddictive by limiting the level of nicotine in those products.
For detail: fda.gov⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: dakotanewsnow.com
FDA floats plan to make cigarettes less addictive, but its fate rests with Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal officials on Wednesday released a far-reaching proposal to make cigarettes far less addictive by capping their nicotine content, a goal long sought by antismoking advocates that is unlikely to go into effect anytime soon.
For detail: dakotanewsnow.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: cspdailynews.com
FDA Publishes Proposal to Slash Nicotine in Cigarettes
President Joe Biden leaves office in less than a week, but despite the clock winding down, efforts are still being made to cut the nicotine level in cigarettes.
For detail: cspdailynews.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: cbsnews.com
FDA moves to cut nicotine from cigarettes, in plan first floated under Trump
The Food and Drug Administration is moving to cut out addictive nicotine from cigarettes, according to a long-awaited proposed regulation released Wednesday.
For detail: cbsnews.com⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: cato.org
Cato Health Scholars Comment on Nicotine Reduction Push from Biden Administration
Right before the end of the Biden Administration, the Biden FDA is launching a barrage of assaults on adult autonomy.
For detail: cato.org⇨Published Jan 15, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: arabnews.com
Pakistan smoking-related deaths surpass South Asia, global averages — survey
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s annual smoking-related death rate of 91.1 per 100,000 people significantly exceeds both the South Asian and global averages, according to an analysis by Gallup Pakistan on Tuesday, based on the Global Burden of Disease 2024 report.
For detail: arabnews.com⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: youtube.com
One cigarette can take 20 minutes off your lifespan, research shows
FOX 32 Chicago delivers breaking news, live events, investigations, politics, entertainment, business news and local stories from Chicago and across the nation.
For detail: youtube.com⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: tribune.com.pk
Fivio Foreign responds to viral smoking incident with diss track aimed at Plaqueboxmax and Kai Cenat
Fivio Foreign disses Plaqueboxmax and Kai Cenat after leaving a livestream over smoking incident in Airbnb.
For detail: tribune.com.pk⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Ireland Introduces Licensing Fees to Combat Illicit Vape Sales
Starting February 2, 2025, Ireland will implement a new licensing system requiring retailers to pay annual fees to sell vaping and tobacco products.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Finland: Smoking May Lead to Lower Earnings, Study Finds
A recent study published in Nicotine & Tobacco Research indicates that smoking during early adulthood can negatively impact earnings, particularly among individuals with lower educational attainment.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: techexplorist.com
Smoking has a negative effect on earnings, study
Smoking can make it harder to succeed at work. It might reduce job performance, particularly in jobs that need physical fitness, since smoking can harm your physical health and ability to work effectively.
For detail: techexplorist.com⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: snexplores.org
U.S. teen tobacco use has hit a record low
These young people gathered at an anti-tobacco rally in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City.
For detail: snexplores.org⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: reuters.com
US judge blocks FDA graphic warning label requirement for cigarettes
A man smokes a cigarette while sitting in the Times Square section of New York City, U.S., January 18, 2023.
For detail: reuters.com⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: reuters.com
Vaping illness, deaths likely very rare beyond U.S., experts say
LONDON (Reuters) - E-cigarette or vaping-linked lung injuries that have killed 29 and sickened more than 1,000 people in the United States are likely to be rare in Britain and other countries where the suspect products are not widely used, specialists said on Monday.
For detail: reuters.com⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: pressherald.com
Proposed cigarette tax increase draws praise and concern
Health advocates have lauded Gov. Janet Mills' proposal for a tax increase on cigarettes, though some businesses are concerned it could prompt people near the New Hampshire border to make purchases there instead.
For detail: pressherald.com⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: medicalxpress.com
Study reveals smoking may lead people to earn less
A paper, "Tobacco smoking in early adulthood and labor market performance: The Cardiovascular Risk in Young Finns Study", in Nicotine & Tobacco Research finds that smoking has a negative effect on earnings among younger workers.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: lsj.com.au
Will new tobacco and vaping laws counter the black market?
Following the introduction of the Public Health (Tobacco and Other Products) Act 2023 (the Act), which consolidates various Commonwealth tobacco-related laws, the transition period from April 2024 ends and the Act comes into full effect on July 1 2025.
For detail: lsj.com.au⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: khmertimeskh.com
CMH launches ‘Hidden Murderer, Say NO to Vape’ campaign
Cambodia Movement for Health (CMH) launched on Thursday a new three month campaign titled “Hidden Murderer, Say NO to Vape ” to promote the negative health impacts of vaping, due to its growing popularity.
For detail: khmertimeskh.com⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: healio.com
Text message intervention, varenicline aid in vaping cessation
This finding emerged from a systematic review of randomized controlled trials of nicotine vapers assessing interventions for quitting.
For detail: healio.com⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: fda.gov
A Year in Review: FDA’s Progress on Tobacco Product Regulation in 2024
With a new year upon us, FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) continues to work diligently to protect the public health of the U.S.
For detail: fda.gov⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: euronews.com
Tobacco advert and sponsorship bans significantly lower odds of people smoking, study shows
Researchers say a new pooled data analysis shows that bans on direct and indirect tobacco advertising should be expanded internationally.
For detail: euronews.com⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: eurekalert.org
Researchers discover how cigarette smoke impairs critical lung immune cells
This illustration explores how smoke components in cigarette and e-cigarette smoke obscures critical molecules like Smole-binding ligands and MR1 complexes, disrupting T cell responses Cigarette smoking is widespread and deadly, yet our understanding of how cigarette smoke actually causes serious respiratory illnesses is incomplete, which has severely hampered the development of effective treatments.
For detail: eurekalert.org⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[COPD Vaping]
Source: coloradocountycitizen.com
Vaping: Do you know the dangers?
The Wellness Council’s January Awareness Campaign is encouraging everyone to get the facts about the dangers of vaping.
For detail: coloradocountycitizen.com⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: cbsnews.com
U.S. could soon require graphic warnings on cigarette packages, but doctors still face uphill battle
BALTIMORE -- The United States is one step closer to joining 138 countries where graphic warnings on cigarette packages are required, according to researchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
For detail: cbsnews.com⇨Published Jan 14, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: alaskabeacon.com
Alaska bills on alcohol-cancer warnings and e-cigarettes revived after faltering last year
Two health-related bills that faced unusual deaths in last year’s session of the Alaska Legislature have been resurrected as new bills for lawmakers to consider this session.
For detail: alaskabeacon.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: youtube.com
Biden to propose limiting nicotine levels in cigarettes
11Alive believes that news shouldn’t be a one-way conversation, but a dialogue with you. Join in, share your thoughts and connect with new perspectives.
For detail: youtube.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wfxrtv.com
New rule could slash nicotine levels in tobacco products
(The Hill) — The Biden administration is poised to try to lower the amount of nicotine in tobacco products, an eleventh-hour effort that’s been years in the making.
For detail: wfxrtv.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: unb.com.bd
Anti-tobacco activities to be strengthened in Gazipur city
The tobacco control activities will be strengthened in Gazipur city corporation area considering its adverse impacts on public health, said an official of the corporation.
For detail: unb.com.bd⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thehill.com
New rule could slash nicotine levels in tobacco products
The Biden administration has announced a plan to publish a proposed rule in May 2023 that could eliminate nearly 98 percent of the nicotine found in cigarettes, but critics warn that prohibition doesn’t work as well as harm-reduction tactics in changing people’s habits.
For detail: thehill.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: taipeitimes.com
Enforcement of e-cigarette ban inadequate: legislator
Enforcement of a ban on electronic cigarettes has been lacking since the law was amended in 2023, with only a small percentage of cases resulting in fines, Chinese Nationalist Party (KMT) Legislator Wan Mei-ling (萬美玲) said recently.
For detail: taipeitimes.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: scitechdaily.com
The Unexpected Way Smokers Are Finally Quitting
Smokers are quitting in ways they never thought possible — by getting paid to stop.
For detail: scitechdaily.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: pnas.org
Potential for release of pulmonary toxic ketene from vaping pyrolysis of vitamin E acetate
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recently reported an increasing number of clinically cases of lung injury following use of vaping products.
For detail: pnas.org⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Smoking FCTC]
Source: news-medical.net
Smoking uptake reduced by comprehensive advertising and sponsorship bans
Implementing bans on the advertising, promotion, and sponsorship of tobacco products is linked to 20% lower odds of smoking, and 37% lower risk of taking up the habit, reveals a pooled data analysis of the available research, published online in Tobacco Control.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: news-medical.net
Financial incentives prove successful in supporting pregnant smokers to quit
Rewards and financial incentives are successful methods to help people quit smoking, according to a new Cochrane review co-led by a University of Massachusetts Amherst public health and health policy researcher.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nbcdfw.com
Dallas expands smoking definition, bans vaping where smoking was prohibited
Dallas County Health and Human Services Director Dr. Philip Huang is commending the City of Dallas for expanding the definition of smoking to include vaping and other plant products, effectively banning vaping in all locations currently prohibited for smoking.
For detail: nbcdfw.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nature.com
‘Nicotine Nazis’: the brickbats hurled at scientists researching tobacco’s harms
People walking past small shop selling cigarettes at Krakow's main square next to an advert featuring someone smoking a cigarette A tobacconist kiosk in Krakow, Poland, where researchers and anti-smoking campaigners were labelled ‘militant extremists’.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: myfox8.com
New rule could lower nicotine levels in tobacco products
(The Hill) — The Biden administration is poised to try to lower the amount of nicotine in tobacco products, an eleventh-hour effort that’s been years in the making.
For detail: myfox8.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Smoking FCTC]
Source: medicalxpress.com
Bans on tobacco advertising and sponsorship linked to 20% lower odds of smoking
Implementing bans on the advertising, promotion, and sponsorship of tobacco products is linked to 20% lower odds of smoking, and 37% lower risk of taking up the habit, reveals a pooled data analysis of the available research, published online in Tobacco Control.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: mainepublic.org
Mills' budget proposes increasing the cigarette tax for first time in 20 years
Gov. Janet Mills' $11.6 billion two-year spending plan includes a proposed tax increase on cigarettes and other tobacco products.
For detail: mainepublic.org⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: kyma.com
Nicotine could be limited in cigarettes
(NBC, KYMA/KECY) - President Joe Biden is expected to propose a plan that would limit nicotine levels in cigarettes. The move could come as early as Monday.
For detail: kyma.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: fox40.com
New rule could slash nicotine levels in tobacco products
(The Hill) — The Biden administration is poised to try to lower the amount of nicotine in tobacco products, an eleventh-hour effort that’s been years in the making.
For detail: fox40.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: eurasianet.org
Uzbekistan launching effort to ban electronic cigarettes
Uzbekistan’s parliament has taken the first step to prohibit e-cigarettes in the country, following Kyrgyzstan, which adopted a ban in late 2024.
For detail: eurasianet.org⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: eastleighvoice.co.ke
Ministry of Health issues warning on nicotine products as health risks rise
Ministry of Health issues warning on nicotine products as health risks rise - Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni during prayer services in Embu County.
For detail: eastleighvoice.co.ke⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: cw39.com
New rule could slash nicotine levels in tobacco products
(The Hill) — The Biden administration is poised to try to lower the amount of nicotine in tobacco products, an eleventh-hour effort that’s been years in the making.
For detail: cw39.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: cstoredecisions.com
FDA Seizes $7 Million in Unauthorized Vape Products
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced that, through a joint operation alongside U.S. Homeland Security Investigations and U.
For detail: cstoredecisions.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: courier-journal.com
Only FDA-approved vape products are available for purchase in Kentucky. Here's what to know
During the 2024 legislative session, a bill that aimed to prevent the sale of electronic cigarettes to young people passed in the Kentucky House.
For detail: courier-journal.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[FCTC Cigarette]
Source: center-life.org
How excise taxes on tobacco products will be increased in Ukraine
On December 4, 2024, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine adopted Draft Law No.
For detail: center-life.org⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: carolinajournal.com
Biden expected to lower nicotine levels in cigarettes
During the final days of the Biden administration, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is expected to issue a mandate for Very Low-Nicotine (VLN) products.
For detail: carolinajournal.com⇨Published Jan 13, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: bbc.com
Study finds cash rewards help smokers quit
PA Media A man lighting a cigarette that is in his mouth. He has cupped his hands, where he is holding a lighter, and he is smoking a lit cigarette.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Jan 12, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: thedailystar.net
E-cigarettes: The hidden dangers behind the vape craze
An electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) is a device that ejects vaporised solution for inhalation.
For detail: thedailystar.net⇨Published Jan 12, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: tbsnews.net
Local cigarette manufacturers allege facing discrimination in tax hike
Local cigarette manufacturers have alleged that the government is discriminating against them by imposing higher taxes than foreign manufacturers.
For detail: tbsnews.net⇨Published Jan 12, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: oklahoma.gov
Vaping in Oklahoma: The Hidden Crisis Among Teens
In recent years, Oklahoma has made significant progress in reducing adult smoking rates, but another alarming issue has emerged: youth vaping.
For detail: oklahoma.gov⇨Published Jan 12, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: kathmandupost.com
86,000 units of vapes seized from warehouse in Imadol
In a joint operation, the Department of Revenue Investigation (DRI) and Nepal Police seized a massive quantity of illegal electronic cigarettes (vapes) smuggled into Nepal.
For detail: kathmandupost.com⇨Published Jan 11, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: wnyt.com
Biden to propose nicotine limit in cigarettes
In its last few days of power, the Biden administration is expected to officially propose a limit on nicotine in cigarettes.
For detail: wnyt.com⇨Published Jan 11, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: vapingpost.com
The Growing Body of Literature on The Effect of Vaping on Cardiopulmonary Health
The impact of vaping on cardiopulmonary health remains a topic of concern. Some studies have (or attempted to) link vaping to increased risks of heart disease, lung damage, and impaired respiratory function.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Jan 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: vaping360.com
Bangladesh Bans Vapes as BAT Increases Cigarette Production
A ban on all vape imports took effect this week in Bangladesh. With no domestic vaping product manufacturers, the import prohibition is essentially an outright vape ban.
For detail: vaping360.com⇨Published Jan 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Nicotine Pouch Use in Great Britain at 1%
Recent research from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience at King’s College London, in collaboration with Action on Smoking and Health, indicates that approximately 1% of both adults (aged 18 and over) and youths (aged 11-17) in Great Britain currently use nicotine pouches.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Jan 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: theportugalnews.com
E-cigarette ban
The sale of single-use vapes was banned in Belgium on 1 January, three years after the law was submitted to the European Commission.
For detail: theportugalnews.com⇨Published Jan 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: thehindu.com
Aamir Khan reveals he has quit smoking
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has revealed that he has quit smoking.
For detail: thehindu.com⇨Published Jan 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: smithsonianmag.com
When the U.S. Surgeon General Shocked Americans by Announcing That Smoking Kills
U.S. Surgeon General Luther Terry shocked Americans by announcing that cigarette smoking is a major cause of lung cancer, throat cancer and chronic bronchitis.
For detail: smithsonianmag.com⇨Published Jan 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nlm.nih.gov
Nicotine levels in flavoured hookah (waterpipe) tobacco products: discrepancies between labelled and measured levels
Background: Hookah tobacco smoking is prevalent among youth and young adults. While health warning labels play a critical role in communicating the health risks of tobacco product use to consumers, compliance with US Federal Regulation's nicotine warning requirements on hookah tobacco packaging is low.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov⇨Published Jan 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: livemint.com
Aamir Khan quits smoking, reveals decision at trailer launch of son Junaid’s film ’Loveyapa’
Aamir Khan said he chose to quit smoking at a time when his son was all set to establish his career in the film industry.
For detail: livemint.com⇨Published Jan 11, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: kcrg.com
New vape law temporarily on hold
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A new state law restricting the sale of vaping products has been put on hold.
For detail: kcrg.com⇨Published Jan 11, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: healthday.com
The Best Ways to Quit Vaping
FRIDAY, Jan. 10, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Text-based support programs are one of the best ways to help young people quit vaping, a new evidence review says.
For detail: healthday.com⇨Published Jan 11, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: bbc.com
New smartwatch app 'could help smokers quit'
A new smartwatch app which intervenes when typical hand movements of smoking are detected could help people quit, researchers say.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Jan 11, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bbc.co.uk
Dog helps sniff out illegal vapes and tobacco
The Poole Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) said it visited two businesses in Ashley Road, Poole, on Thursday after receiving intelligence about the products being sold.
For detail: bbc.co.uk⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: youralaskalink.com
Alaska tops U.S. in adolescent smoking rates, with concerning rise in vaping
A new study has revealed concerning trends in adolescent smoking, with Alaska topping the list for teen tobacco use.
For detail: youralaskalink.com⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: wxyz.com
Inside the Detroit police crackdown on businesses selling vapes to minors
(WXYZ) — Police throughout metro Detroit are looking to pull the plug on underage vape usage by targeting businesses that sell them illegally.
For detail: wxyz.com⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: spectrumlocalnews.com
Mills proposes $1 per pack cigarette tax increase, social service cuts to balance Maine budget
AUGUSTA — Gov. Janet Mills unveiled a two-year budget Friday that proposes a $1 per pack cigarette tax increase and cuts to social services to help close a projected shortfall.
For detail: spectrumlocalnews.com⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: pharmacytimes.com
Study Finds Discrepancies in Relationship Between CKD and Smoking
The observational study shows a positive correlation between smoking and chronic kidney disease (CKD) whereas the analyses imply smoking-related covariates may be a factor.
For detail: pharmacytimes.com⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nidirect.gov.uk
Help available if you want to quit smoking
If you smoke, have you thought about taking the first step towards quitting? Make a plan, think about what you're going to do to stay off tobacco for good, and seek practical support and advice from a free 'stop smoking' service.
For detail: nidirect.gov.uk⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: newswire.lk
Cigarette Prices Increased with Excise Duty Hike
The prices of cigarettes have been increased with effect from January 11, 2025, following a hike in Excise Duty, according to the Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC).
For detail: newswire.lk⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: news-medical.net
Tobacco use trends and the impact of graphic warning labels on nicotine products
The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health will host an expert briefing for the media to discuss trends in tobacco use, the implications of new graphic warning requirements for cigarette packages and ads, and concerns involving products like nicotine pouches and e-cigarettes.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: nature.com
Smoking status, symptom significance and healthcare seeking with lung cancer symptoms in the Danish general population
This study analyses the associations between smoking status and perceived symptom significance (concern and influence on daily activity) among individuals with possible lung cancer symptoms and investigate the influence of symptom significance on healthcare seeking among individuals with different smoking status.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Impact Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
Tobacco use trends and the impact of graphic warning labels on nicotine products
The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health will host an expert briefing for the media to discuss trends in tobacco use, the implications of new graphic warning requirements for cigarette packages and ads, and concerns involving products like nicotine pouches and e-cigarettes.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
headphone stoped
anim-content Smoking a single cigarette can shorten lifespan and negatively impact health, according to a new study.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: mainemorningstar.com
Gov. Mills proposes raising cigarette tax, health program cuts to close budget gap
The governor also released a supplemental budget plan to use one-time funding this fiscal year to fill the Medicaid funding gap Gov.
For detail: mainemorningstar.com⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: kplctv.com
Overcoming the hardest new year resolution: quitting smoking or vaping
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - While it is often one of the most popular resolutions, quitting smoking and vaping is also among the most difficult.
For detail: kplctv.com⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: indiatoday.in
The Tobacco Trap: EU sustainability standards may derail Indian tobacco exports
Stringent EU sustainability guidelines, set to take effect by 2030, pose a significant threat to India's booming tobacco exports.
For detail: indiatoday.in⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: hurriyetdailynews.com
Tobacco firm to pay compensation to family of late COPD patient
In a precedent case, a Turkish court has decided that an international tobacco company will pay 500,000 Turkish Liras (around $14,141) in compensation to the family of a person who passed away due to COPD, a type of progressive lung disease primarily caused by smoking.
For detail: hurriyetdailynews.com⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: healthday.com
Childhood Smoking Ups COPD Risk
FRIDAY, Jan. 10, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Young teens might think smoking makes them look cool, but it’s likely to take their breath away in adulthood, a new study says.
For detail: healthday.com⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: freepressjournal.in
Tobacco Is Something I Enjoy': Aamir Khan QUITS Smoking, Sacrifices His 'Bad' Habit For Son Junaid Khan’s Career (VIDEO)
Aamir Khan’s son, Junaid Khan, is set for the release of his film Loveyapa. At the trailer launch in Mumbai, Aamir revealed he has quit his long-time 'bad' habit of smoking.
For detail: freepressjournal.in⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: ekathimerini.com
Authorities seize 9.4 mln smuggled cigarettes at Piraeus port
Authorities seized 9.39 million smuggled cigarettes at Piraeus port on Thursday, officials said. The contraband was found in a shipping container arriving from Thailand and headed for Bratislava, Slovakia.
For detail: ekathimerini.com⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: chinadailyhk.com
Customs: Illicit cigarette cases jump 80%, technology to aid crackdown
This photo shows about 150,000 suspected illicit cigarettes and about seven grams of suspected cannabis buds seized by Hong Kong Customs in public rental housing estates in in Lam Tin, Kowloon East District in August 2022.
For detail: chinadailyhk.com⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: capitalbrief.com
Border Force seizes millions of nicotine pouches as concern over use grows
While world-leading tobacco restrictions have reduced smoking rates in Australia, regulators are grappling with the rise of alternative nicotine products.
For detail: capitalbrief.com⇨Published Jan 10, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: academic.oup.com
Prevalence of Nicotine Pouch Use Among Youth and Adults in Great Britain—Analysis of Cross-Sectional, Nationally Representative Surveys
The public health impact of new nicotine products will depend on their use by different population groups.
For detail: academic.oup.com⇨Published Jan 09, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: wymt.com
Vape store owner asked teens to trade sex for vapes, authorities say
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. (WSOC) - A vape store owner is accused of raping a 15-year-old girl twice in exchange for vapes.
For detail: wymt.com⇨Published Jan 09, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: talkingretail.com
Study highlights how profitable vapes have become to convenience stores
The rising popularity of vaping and its financial boost to convenience stores has been highlighted in a new University of Edinburgh study.
For detail: talkingretail.com⇨Published Jan 09, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nltimes.nl
Dutch psychologists call for raising tobacco and vape age to 21
Addiction psychologists from the Dutch Institute of Psychologists (NIP) are advocating for an increase in the minimum age for purchasing tobacco products and vapes to 21.
For detail: nltimes.nl⇨Published Jan 09, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: news-medical.net
Smoking before age 15 significantly increases risk of chronic lung disease
A recent study using national data highlights the strong association between smoking in childhood and increased COPD prevalence in adulthood, emphasizing the urgent need for prevention strategies targeting young smokers.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Jan 09, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nature.com
Characterising the change rule of freshness and inorganic anions in reconstituted tobacco pulp with oscillation time
In order to study the change rule of freshness and acid ions in reconstituted tobacco slurry, the content changes of 17 organic acids and 5 inorganic anions in reconstituted tobacco slurry with different residence times under confined condition were determined by on-line solid-phase extraction ion chromatography in this study.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Jan 09, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: jpost.com
How text messages can help you stop vaping
E-cigarettes aid quitting better than other nicotine therapies, but concerns grow for non-smokers who start vaping.
For detail: jpost.com⇨Published Jan 09, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: gmanetwork.com
‘Lose-lose’: Senate flags low tobacco taxes, smoking rise due to smuggling
The Bureau of Customs-Manila International Container Port (BOC-MICP) intercepts an estimated P791-million worth of illicit cigarettes and vape products of various brands from Singapore in three containers on May 14, 2024.
For detail: gmanetwork.com⇨Published Jan 09, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: gazeta.uz
Total ban on electronic cigarettes (vapes) may be introduced in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan’s Legislative Chamber passed a draft law in its first reading to impose a complete ban on e-cigarettes (vapes), citing rising usage among youth and lack of research on health risks associated with their consumption.
For detail: gazeta.uz⇨Published Jan 09, 2025
[COPD Tobacco]
Source: fox59.com
Texas Tech Physicians Experts Discuss Dangers and Tips on Overcoming Smoking, Vaping, Dipping Addictions
Sara Tello, a nurse practitioner at Texas Tech Physicians specializing in smoking cessation and tobacco dependency treatment, smiles while standing near her clinic.
For detail: fox59.com⇨Published Jan 09, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: fox2detroit.com
Dearborn Public Schools combat teen vaping with new vape detectors
Vaping is a very difficult thing to catch as there is sometimes no smell that can be left behind. So how can teachers and other staff members catch students who are vaping? DEARBORN, Mich.
For detail: fox2detroit.com⇨Published Jan 09, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: ecns.cn
Guideline to protect youth from abusing vapes, drugs
China has intensified efforts to protect young people by issuing a guideline targeting "high-inducing vapes" — electronic cigarette devices containing new types of illicit drugs such as etomidate and synthetic marijuana.
For detail: ecns.cn⇨Published Jan 09, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: dunyanews.tv
Aamir Khan to quit smoking if son's starrer gets box-office success
(Web Desk) - Adding a personal twist to the buzz around ‘Loveyapa’, superstar Aamir Khan has taken a vow to quit smoking if the film achieves box-office success.
For detail: dunyanews.tv⇨Published Jan 09, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: chinadaily.com.cn
Guideline to protect youth from abusing vapes, drugs
China has intensified efforts to protect young people by issuing a guideline targeting "high-inducing vapes" — electronic cigarette devices containing new types of illicit drugs such as etomidate and synthetic marijuana.
For detail: chinadaily.com.cn⇨Published Jan 09, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: augustafreepress.com
Survey: Nicotine pouch use among U.S. military identified as a big health problem
American soldiers are 10 times more likely to use nicotine pouches that can cause serious health issues than average American adults, according to a survey of military personnel at Fort Liberty, the largest American military base.
For detail: augustafreepress.com⇨Published Jan 09, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: 29news.com
American soldiers ten times more likely to use synthetic nicotine pouches
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - According to a new study, American soldiers are ten times more likely to use addictive nicotine pouches—such as the widely popular Zyns— than the average civilian.
For detail: 29news.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: youtube.com
The best way to quit vaping
A new study takes a look at the most effective methods to help people quit vaping.
For detail: youtube.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: westernmassnews.com
UMass study reveals the safest way to quit nicotine
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - More and more people are trying to quit smoking and vaping as we learn more about the health impacts, but the addiction is hard to break.
For detail: westernmassnews.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: wdbj7.com
Blue Ridge Behavioral Health explains ways to talk to children about vaping
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Vaping is a big concern for youth, as it can lead to nicotine addiction due to the developing brain being particularly susceptible to its effects.
For detail: wdbj7.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: washingtonstatestandard.com
Washington lawmakers begin push to ban flavored vapes
Democratic lawmakers in Washington are pushing this year to ban flavored tobacco products, with the support of the state schools chief.
For detail: washingtonstatestandard.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: vapingpost.com
Supreme Court Considers FDA Rejection of Flavoured E-Cigarettes
Since 2016, vaping products and/or e-cigarettes have been classified as tobacco products, subject to the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) oversight under the Tobacco Control Act of 2009.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: umass.edu
Ready to Quit Vaping in the New Year? A New Study Uncovers the Best Ways
A new study, co-led by a University of Massachusetts Amherst researcher, set out to identify the most effective strategies for helping people quit vaping.
For detail: umass.edu⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: truthinitiative.org
How to support someone on their quit-vaping journey
If someone you care about is quitting vaping, they will need extra support and encouragement from those around them.
For detail: truthinitiative.org⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Dangerous Metals Found in Illegal Vape Devices
British scientists say they found “alarming levels of dangerous metals” and “dangerously high levels of nicotine” in a batch of illegal vapes seized during a raid in Derby, England in 2023.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
FDA Rule on Nicotine Content Clears OMB
The Biden administration has moved closer to implementing a rule that would limit nicotine levels in cigarettes, with the proposal clearing an Office of Management and Budget review on Friday.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: thefinancialexpress.com.bd
E-cigarette imports banned
The government has imposed a ban on the imports of e-cigarettes to protect public health.
For detail: thefinancialexpress.com.bd⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: style.yahoo.com
Vapes four times more profitable for shops than tobacco as sales surge
Vaping has become a lucrative lifeline for convenience stores, with profits from these products surging past their tobacco rivals.
For detail: style.yahoo.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: sciencefocus.com
This is the most effective way to quit vaping, according to Oxford scientists
Made it your goal to quit vaping in 2025? Good news: a team of scientists, including a group from the University of Oxford, claim to have identified the best strategies to help you succeed.
For detail: sciencefocus.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: respiratory-therapy.com
First Patient Dosed in Study of Nicotine Inhaler for Smoking Cessation
The phase 1 trial evaluates the nicotine inhaler as a smoking cessation therapy, aiming to improve nicotine delivery and support smokers in quitting.
For detail: respiratory-therapy.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: recyclingproductnews.com
Recycle Your Vapes
Call2Recycle, a Canadian-based battery collection and recycling organization, created , a recycling and collection program for vaping devices in Québec.
For detail: recyclingproductnews.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: prnewswire.com
Innovation can expedite the journey to a Smoke-Free future- in focus at Technovation Abu Dhabi
NEW DELHI, Jan. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Philip Morris International (PMI) recently hosted its 10th edition of Technovation at Abu Dhabi.
For detail: prnewswire.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: newsweek.com
Fact Check: Is Biden Planning to Ban Cigarettes Before Leaving Office?
As President Joe Biden is less than two weeks away from leaving office, some conservatives have accused him of trying to implement a last-minute ban on cigarettes.
For detail: newsweek.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: nature.com
An ensemble multi-dimensional randomization network for intelligent recognition of tobacco baking stage
In recent years, image processing technology has been increasingly studied on intelligent unmanned platforms, and the differences in the shooting environment during tobacco baking pose challenges to image processing algorithms.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nature.com
The effects of interaction between smoking and abdominal obesity on pre-diabetes mellitus
Limited studies have been conducted on the interaction of smoking and abdominal obesity on the risk of pre-diabetes mellitus (PDM) among rural adults in southwest China.
For detail: nature.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: manilastandard.net
Vietnam’s vaping ban to exacerbate smoking in Southeast Asia
Tobacco harm reduction experts warned that Vietnam’s plan to ban the use of e-cigarettes would deprive smokers of better alternatives and encourage them to continue smoking.
For detail: manilastandard.net⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: live5news.com
MUSC using ultrasounds to study long-term effects of youth vaping
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - New studies find youth vaping is at an all-time low, but doctors are still concerned about future lung health.
For detail: live5news.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: indiatoday.in
Aamir Khan vows to quit smoking if son Junaid's film Loveyapa becomes a hit
Superstar Aamir Khan has promised to stop smoking if his son and actor Junaid Khan's Loveyapa becomes a box office success.
For detail: indiatoday.in⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: independent.co.uk
Vapes four times more profitable than tobacco to convenience stores
The figure comes amid a nine-fold increase in sales of the devices over three years, according to a study.
For detail: independent.co.uk⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: euronews.com
The price of a cigarette: 20 minutes of life?
For detail: euronews.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: en.inform.kz
Uzbekistan to ban e-cigarettes
The Legislative (lower) Chamber of the Parliament of Uzbekistan has adopted in the first hearing the draft law fully prohibiting e-cigarettes, a Kazinform correspondent reports.
For detail: en.inform.kz⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: cspdailynews.com
NATO Study Shows Economic Impact of Proposed FDA Rule Limiting Nicotine Content of Cigarettes
In the final days of the Biden Administration, the Food and Drug Administration submitted a proposed rule for review to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) that would establish a maximum nicotine level in cigarettes and certain other combusted tobacco products.
For detail: cspdailynews.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: cochrane.org
What are the best ways to help people to stop vaping nicotine and do they have any unwanted effects?
Text message-based interventions compared to no or minimal support may help young people stop vaping, and varenicline compared to no or minimal support may help people stop vaping; however, more evidence is needed.
For detail: cochrane.org⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: arabnews.com
Vaping industry must not be allowed to target children
In Retford, Nottinghamshire, the town in England where I grew up, there is a shop that sells vaping products.
For detail: arabnews.com⇨Published Jan 08, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: aninews.in
Lung Cancer rates in Israel: Smoking remains top risk despite decline in mortality
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 8 (ANI/TPS): A long-term study of lung cancer in Israel released on Wednesday by the Health Ministry found that smoking -- both active and passive -- remains the primary risk factor.
For detail: aninews.in⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: yahoo.com
Prescribing 12-year-old vapers nicotine patches? We’re letting down children
In a country and a climate where “children as young as 12 are” addicted to porn, spending on average 21 hours a week on their phones, being prescribed antidepressants and – until last year – puberty blockers, not much would surprise me.
For detail: yahoo.com⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: truthinitiative.org
How to support someone who wants to break up with their vape
When someone you care about decides to break up with nicotine, it’s important to know how to support them.
For detail: truthinitiative.org⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
E-cigarettes, E-baraku Banned from Students in Thailand
On January 7, the cabinet of Thailand approved a proposal from the Ministry of Education that prohibits students from possessing electronic cigarettes and electronic baraku.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: themirror.com
Doctor fears there's a 'worrying' lie people believe about vaping
A doctor had some words of warning for people who think vaping is the answer to quitting the smoking habit – as it doesn't always work for everyone.
For detail: themirror.com⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: thefinancialexpress.com.bd
Govt bans import of e-cigarettes
The government has imposed a ban on the import of e-cigarettes or electronic nicotine delivery systems to protect public health.
For detail: thefinancialexpress.com.bd⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: thedailystar.net
The truth about e-cigarettes
Inhaling vapour, as opposed to smoking, does not irritate the throat and lungs as compared to smoking cigarettes, according to research done by National Health Service, UK, and Cancer Research, UK.
For detail: thedailystar.net⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tbsnews.net
Call for higher tobacco taxes to improve public health
A national dialogue advocating increased tobacco taxes to enhance public health and government revenue was held at the Sheraton Hotel, organised by the Shastho Shurokkha Foundation.
For detail: tbsnews.net⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: signsmag.com
Is your teen vaping?
Imagine you’re addicted to Maltesers. You know, the small, round chocolates that when you eat one, you just can’t help but take another.
For detail: signsmag.com⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: reuters.com
Big Booze speeds towards low-growth tobacco status
Restrictions ease for bars, allowing seating at the bar, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Manhattan, New York City Beer sits on the bar in Manhattan, New York City, New York, U.S.
For detail: reuters.com⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: resilience.org
Big Food, Big Tobacco, and ultra-processed foods
I try to keep track of developments in the food sector over at my Just Two Things newsletter, and Marion Nestle’s blog recently signalled a striking development in the world of ultra-processed foods.
For detail: resilience.org⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: news-medical.net
Does smoking increase chronic kidney disease risk?
Study reveals a correlation between smoking and chronic kidney disease (CKD) in observational analyses, but no causal relationship in genetic models, highlighting the role of confounding factors like hypertension and diabetes.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ndtv.com
Aamir Khan Promises To Quit Smoking Only On This ConditionAccording to a source close to the development, Aamir Khan has made a mannat
Aamir Khan's son Junaid Khan and Khushi Kapoor are getting ready for the release of their upcoming rom-com Loveyapa.
For detail: ndtv.com⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: msn.com
Health Minister pushes for smoking ban in all public spaces
Minister of Health and Social Protection, Amine Tahraoui called on Monday for the strict enforcement of legislation to protect non-smokers from tobacco smoke and to ban smoking in all public spaces.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: medicalxpress.com
Ready to quit vaping in the new year? Study uncovers the best ways
A new study, co-led by a University of Massachusetts Amherst researcher, set out to identify the most effective strategies for helping people quit vaping.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: medicalxpress.com
Childhood smoking increases a person's risk of developing COPD
Childhood smoking before age 15 increases a person's risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to a new study published in the November 2024 issue of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases: Journal of the COPD Foundation.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: kun.uz
Oliy Majlis lawmakers review bill to ban e-cigarette imports and sales
According to a statement from the parliament's press service, the draft law — already passed in its first reading by the Legislative Chamber — proposes administrative and criminal penalties for violations related to the import and sale of e-cigarettes (vapes).
For detail: kun.uz⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: foxnews.com
Biden admin working to effectively ban cigarettes in 11th hour proposal a 'gift' to cartels, expert says
Lowering nicotine levels in cigarettes would be a 'a gift with a bow and balloons to organized crime cartels,' former ATF official says Drinking and smoking among teens drops, but this surprising vice is on the uptick The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is moving forward with a regulatory rule in the final days of the Biden administration that would effectively ban cigarettes currently on the market in favor of products with lower nicotine levels, which could end up boosting business for cartels operating on the black market, an expert tells Fox News Digital.
For detail: foxnews.com⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: financialexpress.com
‘One vape pod means smoking a pack of cigarettes’: This video reveals shocking details about e-cigarettes
According to Dr. Rajan, there is little evidence that vaping actually helps people cut smoking out of their lives altogether.
For detail: financialexpress.com⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: filmfare.com
Aamir Khan to quit smoking because of Junaid Khan?
Bollywood superstar, Aamir Khan, has vowed to quit smoking. However, there is a condition.
For detail: filmfare.com⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: en.somoynews.tv
Bangladesh bans e-cigarette import
Bangladesh’s interim government has ban on the import of e-cigarettes or electronic nicotine delivery systems to protect public health.
For detail: en.somoynews.tv⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: daryo.uz
Uzbekistan considers ban on e-cigarettes
A draft law proposing a ban on the circulation of e-cigarettes in Uzbekistan was discussed by deputies in the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis on January 6, 2024.
For detail: daryo.uz⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: daily-sun.com
E-cigarette imports banned
The government on Tuesday banned the import of electronic cigarettes or electronic nicotine delivery devices, said a notification.
For detail: daily-sun.com⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: convenience.org
FDA Updates Import Alerts on Unauthorized E-Cigarettes
Last week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) updated two import alerts, 98-07 and 98-06.
For detail: convenience.org⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: bssnews.net
Govt bans import of e-cigarettes
e-cigarettes or electronic nicotine delivery systems to protect public To this end, the commerce ministry today issued a notification.
For detail: bssnews.net⇨Published Jan 07, 2025
[E-Cigarette]
Source: aastocks.com
CN Steps up Crackdown on Illegal Activities Related to 'Intoxicating E-cigarettes'
The Office of China National Narcotics Control Commission, the Ministry of Public Security, and the State Tobacco Monopoly Administration have jointly issued an opinion to further deepen the crackdown on illegal activities involving e-cigarettes with narcotics and prohibited substances, while providing strong support for enhancing departmental collaboration to systematically address the issue of "intoxicating e-cigarettes".
For detail: aastocks.com⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: vaping360.com
Vape Bans: E-Cigarette Restrictions in the U.S. and Worldwide
Government attitudes toward vaping and nicotine vary. In the United Kingdom, vaping has largely been encouraged by government health agencies.
For detail: vaping360.com⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[PTB Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Pakistani Farmers Plan Protests Over Quota Cuts
Tobacco growers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have announced a protest campaign against the Pakistan Tobacco Board (PTB) and purchasing companies, accusing them of favoring corporate interests and exploiting farmers.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thestar.com.my
Belgium the first EU country to ban disposable vapes
Disposable vapes are easy to obtain, with marketing tactics targetted at younger people who might not realise the potential for nicotine addiction.
For detail: thestar.com.my⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: thehealthy.com
New Research: Every Cigarette You Smoke Reduces Your Lifespan by This Much
It’s no secret that smoking cigarettes is among the leading preventable causes of death, disease, and disability worldwide—and perhaps you don’t have to be a daily smoker for it to affect your longevity.
For detail: thehealthy.com⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: scmp.com
How a smartwatch app could help you quit smoking, according to new research
Smartwatch app detects movements that indicate smoking, sends vibration alert, a text offering moral support and tally of cigarettes smoked The app developed and tested by UK researchers for smartwatches sends a vibration alert and text message when the watch detects motions that indicate the wearer is smoking.
For detail: scmp.com⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: rudaw.net
Rudaw launches anti-tobacco campaign
ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - The anti-tobacco campaign was recently launched for the fourth year by Rudaw.
For detail: rudaw.net⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: qalampir.uz
Uzbekistan considers ban on electronic cigarettes
Uzbekistan is considering a ban on the storage, transportation, or sale of certain tobacco products and nicotine consumption devices, including electronic cigarettes.
For detail: qalampir.uz⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: ourquadcities.com
Regulations set for vaping in the Quad Cities
In October, the city of Rock Island placed a temporary moratorium on vape shops. In December, the city that moratorium to June, believing it needs more time to decide what to do.
For detail: ourquadcities.com⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: newswise.com
Tobacco and Nicotine Product Shifts & Concerns - Johns Hopkins Expert Briefing
Newswise — The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health will host an expert briefing for the media to discuss trends in tobacco use, the implications of new graphic warning requirements for cigarette packages and ads, and concerns involving products like nicotine pouches and e-cigarettes.
For detail: newswise.com⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ndtv.com
Milan, Italy’s Fashion Capital, Imposes Strict Smoking Ban In Public Spaces
The ban is part of a broader effort to combat pollution in the city, which has long struggled with high levels of air contamination.
For detail: ndtv.com⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: iowacapitaldispatch.com
State agrees to delay enforcement of new law on vaping products
Jeremy Wong smokes an e-cigarette at The Vaping Buddha on Jan. 23, 2018, in South San Francisco, California.
For detail: iowacapitaldispatch.com⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: guardian.ng
Nigeria urged to follow Sweden’s lead in tobacco harm reduction for smoke-free future
Public health expert, Dr. Akinwande Puddicombe has urged Nigeria to adopt Sweden’s pragmatic approach to combat its tobacco-related public health challenges.
For detail: guardian.ng⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: en.inform.kz
Vietnam bans e-cigarettes, imposes heavy fines for tourists
Foreign tourists who bring e-cigarettes into Vietnam now face hefty fines, following new regulations that came into effect in the Asian country earlier this year banning the possession, sale and use of e-cigarettes and their liquids, Agenzia Nova reported.
For detail: en.inform.kz⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: cbs6albany.com
Pittsfield targets cigarette waste with specialized recycling containers
Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. (DPI) has installed new cigarette waste containers in downtown Pittsfield, with funding from Downtown Blooms and support from Pittsfield Beautiful and Mill Town Foundation.
For detail: cbs6albany.com⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: brusselstimes.com
Eight in ten e-cigarette sellers in Brussels violate new rules
Half of electronic cigarette sellers are violating new stricter regulations, according to a report by Het Nieuwsblad, Gazet van Antwerpen, Het Belang van Limburg and De Standaard.
For detail: brusselstimes.com⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bbc.com
Thousands of illegal vapes seized in police raids
Thousands of suspected counterfeit and potentially harmful vapes have been recovered in Rotherham over the past year.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Jan 06, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: bbc.com
Dangerous metals found in batch of illegal vapes
The results are from a joint study into the dangers of unregulated e-cigarettes, carried out by the University of Derby, and public health and trading standards officers at the city council.
For detail: bbc.com⇨Published Jan 05, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
NHS spending thousands of pounds on teenagers with nicotine addictions
In the UK, it is illegal to sell cigarettes or vapes to anyone under 18. Despite being too young to purchase tobacco products legally, more and more young people across the country are being treated for addictions.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 05, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: brisbanetimes.com.au
Profits from illegal vape sales to go up in smoke under Qld crackdown
Shops selling illegal vapes are in the Queensland government’s sights as it moves to financially disrupt the booming underground market and add to the impact of a federal crackdown.
For detail: brisbanetimes.com.au⇨Published Jan 05, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com
Non-small cell lung cancer in ever-smokers vs never-
Lung cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related mortality. Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) comprises 85% of cases with rising incidence among never-smokers (NS).
For detail: bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com⇨Published Jan 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: yourvalley.net
Tobacco report prioritizes stubborn ideology over public health
As the introduction to its recently released report rightfully and proudly states, “the first report of the Surgeon General’s Advisory Committee on Smoking and Health (in 1964) was a landmark first step to diminish the impact of tobacco use on the health of the American people.
For detail: yourvalley.net⇨Published Jan 04, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: vietnamnews.vn
E-cigarette ban from 2025: Why it should be fully supported
Việt Nam will officially ban the production, trade, and use of e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products starting this year.
For detail: vietnamnews.vn⇨Published Jan 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: vapingpost.com
Belgium’s Ban on Disposable Vapes and Other Worrying Measures in Europe
In what is an EU first, Belgium has just banned disposable vapes, Portugal has just extended extended current smoking restrictions to vaping products and A trend towards stricter measures on vaping products in Europe, is sparking concern among tobacco harm reduction (THR) advocates.
For detail: vapingpost.com⇨Published Jan 04, 2025
[Smoking COPD]
Source: thehindu.com
Throw away that cigarette, increase life expectancy: new study underlines benefits of smoking cessation
Smoking has, for long been associated with a number of health risks | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto The next time it feels like cigarette time, think about this fact before you take a puff: a single cigarette can potentially steal 20 minutes of your life expectancy.
For detail: thehindu.com⇨Published Jan 04, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: telegraph.co.uk
Teenagers as young as 12 prescribed nicotine gum on NHS
Teenagers as young as 12 are being prescribed nicotine gum amid soaring numbers of children using e-cigarettes.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk⇨Published Jan 04, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: msn.com
Teenagers as young as 12 prescribed nicotine patches and gum on NHS
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For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 04, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: express.co.uk
NHS spending thousands of pounds on teenagers with nicotine addictions
Figures have revealed that adolescents as young as 12 are having to be treated for nicotine addictions under the NHS In 2023, 246 prescriptions were issued specifically to under-16s, even though it is illegal to sell cigarettes or vapes to anyone under the age of 18.
For detail: express.co.uk⇨Published Jan 04, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: birminghammail.co.uk
Doctor issues stark warning to vapers
A doctor has warned people who vape that they could be unknowingly putting large amounts of nicotine into their bodies.
For detail: birminghammail.co.uk⇨Published Jan 04, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: aol.com
1 cigarette can decrease life expectancy by 20 minutes: Data
New research from the United Kingdom has revealed that life expectancy can decrease by an estimated 22 minutes for women and 17 minutes for men due to a single cigarette.
For detail: aol.com⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[NCD Tobacco]
Source: who.int
Beyond health: How Cambodia's multi-sectoral efforts combat tobacco use
Tobacco is a global health crisis, claiming over eight million lives annually.
For detail: who.int⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: truthinitiative.org
Quitting vaping? Here are 5 tips for handling nicotine withdrawal
Coping with symptoms of nicotine withdrawal is one of the biggest challenges for people quitting vaping, smoking, or any tobacco product.
For detail: truthinitiative.org⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: tomsguide.com
How quitting smoking benefits your sleep in one week, one month and one year
There are a thousand reasons to quit smoking, and if it's your New Year's resolution, you're on your way to better health.
For detail: tomsguide.com⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: tobaccoreporter.com
Latvia: Tobacco Sellers Look for Loopholes in New Regulations
Tobacco sellers in Latvia are reportedly looking for loopholes in the new regulations that go into effect this month, according to Euro News.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: scmp.com
Vietnam bans vapes, will fine tourists up to US$78 and jail e-cigarette traders, producers
Country joins others including Singapore, Thailand, India and Australia in banning travellers from bringing in e-cigarettes A man smokes a disposable vape.
For detail: scmp.com⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: newsnationnow.com
One cigarette can decrease life expectancy by 20 minutes: Data
(NewsNation) — New research from the United Kingdom has revealed that life expectancy can decrease by an estimated 22 minutes for women and 17 minutes for men due to a single cigarette.
For detail: newsnationnow.com⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: news-medical.net
Can nicotine improve cognitive function and inflammation in people with HIV?
Nicotine's paradox: Study uncovers potential cognitive benefits of smoking for HIV-positive individuals amid neuroinflammatory challenges.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[COPD Cigarette]
Source: news-medical.net
Switching to e-cigarettes may ease respiratory symptoms, offering hope for smokers
A new study finds that transitioning from conventional cigarettes to e-cigarettes could improve respiratory health, though further research is needed to understand long-term impacts.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: newscientist.com
US teens are using less of every substance
Adolescent drug use in the US largely declined in 2024, with one exception: nicotine pouches.
For detail: newscientist.com⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: news.yahoo.com
I had no idea I was vaping the equivalent of 220 cigarettes a week
Despite never being a smoker I started casually getting a shot of a friend's vape, then occasionally getting my own, then suddenly it was a full addiction I was desperate to break.
For detail: news.yahoo.com⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
Doctor issues urgent 'you've been lied to' warning to anyone who vapes
A medic has issued a stark warning to vapers, claiming that they might be blissfully unaware of the actual substances they're inhaling.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[CTC-Pak Tobacco]
Source: montrealgazette.com
Opinion: Bad tobacco settlement means better laws are urgently needed
Editorials and other Opinion content offer perspectives on issues important to our community and are independent from the work of our newsroom reporters.
For detail: montrealgazette.com⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: mirror.co.uk
Doctor warns anyone who vapes that 'you've been lied to'
Dr Karan Rajan explained how most people are unaware of just how addictive vaping is compared to traditional smoking A doctor has warned people who vape could be unaware of what they're really putting into their bodies.
For detail: mirror.co.uk⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: huffingtonpost.co.uk
Quitting Smoking For New Years? This Surgeon Has News About A Popular Method
Vapes, which were originally designed as a way to wean people off cigarettes or tobacco, are now sometimes being used (particularly among young people) as what some may falsely believe is a harmless introduction to nicotine.
For detail: huffingtonpost.co.uk⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: cspdailynews.com
FDA Clarifies Import Alerts on Detention of Unauthorized E-Cigarettes, Smokeless Tobacco and Nicotine Pouches
The Food and Drug Administration on Jan. 3 updated two import alerts, 98-07 and 98-06.
For detail: cspdailynews.com⇨Published Jan 03, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: agenzianova.com
Vietnam: E-cigarettes banned, heavy fines for tourists
Foreign tourists who bring e-cigarettes into Vietnam now face hefty fines, following new regulations that came into effect in the Asian country earlier this year banning the possession, sale and use of e-cigarettes and their liquids.
For detail: agenzianova.com⇨Published Jan 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: wsfa.com
A single cigarette could cut your life down by 20 minutes, study says
A new study has found that a single cigarette may take 20 minutes off your life.(MGN | MGN Image (Credit)) (CNN) – New research on the effects of cigarette smoking may help encourage those who plan on quitting in 2025.
For detail: wsfa.com⇨Published Jan 02, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: rnz.co.nz
Crazy' - advocates question government's vaping plan
The government's plan for smokers to swap their cigarettes for free vapes in a bid to quit smoking has come underfire from respiratory advocates.
For detail: rnz.co.nz⇨Published Jan 02, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: odt.co.nz
Advocates question vaping plan
The government's plan for smokers to swap their cigarettes for free vapes in a bid to quit smoking has come under fire from respiratory advocates.
For detail: odt.co.nz⇨Published Jan 02, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nzherald.co.nz
Smokefree advocates question Government’s vaping plan
The Government’s plan for smokers to swap their cigarettes for free vapes to help them quit smoking has come under fire from respiratory advocates.
For detail: nzherald.co.nz⇨Published Jan 02, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: news-medical.net
New research reveals greater impact of Tobacco 21 policies
In 2020, the federal minimum age for buying tobacco products was officially raised from 18 to 21 as an increasing number of states and localities across the country sought to raise the age for tobacco purchases to protect the health of young adults.
For detail: news-medical.net⇨Published Jan 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: newschannel20.com
Illinois state law banning e-cigarette companies from marketing to deceive parents
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — Starting on Wednesday, January 1, electronic cigarette companies will be prohibited from marketing their products to youths in a way that could deceive parents or guardians.
For detail: newschannel20.com⇨Published Jan 02, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: news4sanantonio.com
Amended smoking ordinance takes effect, vaping banned in public spaces
Thanks to an amendment to the San Antonio smoking ordinance, people who use vapes and e-cigarettes will have to make a choice when they're out and about.
For detail: news4sanantonio.com⇨Published Jan 02, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: nation.com.pk
Tobacco harm reduction is the way forward
As a neurosurgeon, I’ve spent years studying the brain’s complexities and treating the detrimental effects of conditions that could have been prevented.
For detail: nation.com.pk⇨Published Jan 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: moroccoworldnews.com
Cigarette Prices will Increase in 2025 Due to New Tax Reform
The change comes as the Moroccan government says they strive to narrow the gap between low-cost and premium brands to balance the market.
For detail: moroccoworldnews.com⇨Published Jan 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: medicalxpress.com
by Bob Yirka , Medical Xpress
A team of behavioral scientists at University College London has found that for long-term smokers, just one cigarette reduces lifespan by approximately 20 minutes.
For detail: medicalxpress.com⇨Published Jan 02, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: lex18.com
Vape shop in Lexington trying to adjust to House Bill 11 in new year
LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Beginning today, new vape restrictions are in effect in the Bluegrass State.
For detail: lex18.com⇨Published Jan 02, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: greens.scot
Time for robust licensing system for tobacco and vapes
It is time for the Scottish Government to introduce a robust licensing system for vapes as part of its plans to regulate the damaging industry, says Scottish Green health spokesperson Gillian Mackay.
For detail: greens.scot⇨Published Jan 02, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: france24.com
Milan prohibits all outdoor smoking in Italy's toughest ban to date
Italy's strictest ban on smoking came into effect in the city of Milan on Wednesday with smokers risking fines of 40 to 240 euros for smoking on city streets or crowded public areas.
For detail: france24.com⇨Published Jan 02, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: bloomberg.com
Zyn’s Online Hype Risks Leading to the Nicotine Pouches’ Downfall
Zyn represents success for Philip Morris’ “smokeless” strategy and also a major challenge: How can the company sell cigarette alternatives that aren’t so tempting it gets in trouble for hooking kids? In August 2022 a recent University of Tampa graduate named Max VanderAarde uploaded a video to TikTok.
For detail: bloomberg.com⇨Published Jan 02, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: africa.businessinsider.com
The business of smoke-free living: Why nicotine pouches are trending in Africa
Over the past 20 years, Africa as a whole has witnessed a steady decline in smokers. By 2025, according to Statista, the percentage of African adults smoking cigarettes (and using tobacco through other methods) is expected to decrease to approximately 9%.
For detail: africa.businessinsider.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: youtube.com
Commit to Quit: The Latest Methods to Help You Stop Smoking for Good
If your resolution for 2025 is to quit smoking for good, we have the latest techniques and resources available to you.
For detail: youtube.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: yahoo.com
Smash and grab reported at Minersville Smoke and Tobacco
Amy Marchiano, Republican & Herald, Pottsville, Pa. MINERSVILLE— The Minersville Smoke and Tobacco store in the borough was damaged and items stolen recently.
For detail: yahoo.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: wkyt.com
New laws are now in effect in Kentucky
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WKYT) - When we rang in the new year, Kentucky loosened the reigns on medical marijuana.
For detail: wkyt.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: weeklyvoice.com
India’s tobacco exports surge to record high of Rs 12,005 crore, farmers’ income more than doubled
New Delhi, Jan 1 (VOICE) India’s tobacco exports have surged by as much as 87 per cent during the past five years to touch a record Rs 12,005.89 crore ($1.45 billion) in 2023-24 as against Rs 6,408.15 crore in 2019-20, leading to the more than doubling of farmers’ income, said Commerce and Industry Ministry on Wednesday.
For detail: weeklyvoice.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: thestatesman.com
India’s total tobacco exports crossed Rs 12,000 crore in 2023-24
India’s tobacco exports surpassed Rs.12005.89 crore during 2023-24. Tobacco farmers’ income has also doubled over the last five years, the Ministry of Commerce said on Wednesday.
For detail: thestatesman.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: thepress.co.nz
Nicotine Queen: Heavy is the head that wears the crown
For my 23rd birthday I was gifted a tiara of cigarettes and crowned the Nicotine Queen.
For detail: thepress.co.nz⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: thenews.com.pk
Alabama Barker breaks silence on nicotine withdrawal hospitalization
Alabama Barker, daughter of Travis Barker cleared the air over rumours of hospitalization due to abrupt nicotine withdrawal.
For detail: thenews.com.pk⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: theguardian.com
Quitting smoking may be easier with a smartwatch app, researchers say
Smartwatches could be used to help people quit smoking, a study suggests. Researchers have developed pioneering motion sensor software that can detect the typical hand movements that occur when someone is holding a cigarette.
For detail: theguardian.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: theguardian.com
Belgium becomes first EU country to ban sale of disposable vapes
Belgium has become the EU first country to ban the sale of disposable vapes in an effort to stop young people from becoming addicted to nicotine and to protect the environment.
For detail: theguardian.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: techexplorist.com
Smartwatches could help people give up smoking
Quitting smoking holds essential health benefits; however, abstaining in the attempt often remains challenging, with a lot of the efforts reverting to smoking.
For detail: techexplorist.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: sportskeeda.com
Alabama Barker clarifies hospitalization rumor about nicotine withdrawal
Tommy Hilfiger - Front Row & Backstage - September 2022 New York Fashion Week: The Shows - Source: Getty Alabama Barker said she was not hospitalized in December or November.
For detail: sportskeeda.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: spectrumnews1.com
Advocates look to crack down on teen vaping in 2025
House Bill 11 requires that vapes sold in the commonwealth have approval from the U.S.
For detail: spectrumnews1.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: smestreet.in
India’s Tobacco Exports Reach ₹12,005 Crore in 2023-24
India is the 2nd largest producer of tobacco in the world after China. India is the 4th largest producer of FCV tobacco in the world after China, Brazil and Zimbabwe.
For detail: smestreet.in⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: scmp.com
Hong Kong customs arrests 6, seizes illicit cigarettes worth HK$114 million
Officers make arrests after intercepting two vessels in early hours of New Year’s Eve as part of anti-smuggling patrols in local waters One of the two fishing vessels intercepted by customs on December 31.
For detail: scmp.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: rte.ie
Belgium to ban sale of disposable vapes from 1 January
Health minister Frank Vandenbroucke said the inexpensive e-cigarettes had turned into a health threat since they are an easy way for teenagers to be drawn into smoking and get hooked on nicotine.
For detail: rte.ie⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Vaping]
Source: pinkvilla.com
Alabama Barker Refutes Claims of Recent Hospitalization Due to Nicotine Withdrawal: 'The Situation Occurred Some Time Ago'
Alabama Barker has cleared up rumors surrounding her recent hospitalization due to nicotine withdrawal, clarifying that the incident occurred some time ago and was not a recent event.
For detail: pinkvilla.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: people.com
Vaping — Even Without Nicotine — Has an Immediate Negative Effect on Lungs, Research Shows
A recent study found that smoking an e-cigarette decreased the amount of oxygen being taken in by the lungs, regardless of whether it contained nicotine According to research, vaping, like smoking, has an immediate negative effect on the user’s blood flow — even if the vape does not contain any nicotine.
For detail: people.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: observervoice.com
Growth and Sustainability in India’s Tobacco Industry
The Tobacco Board of India plays a crucial role in the development and sustainability of the tobacco industry.
For detail: observervoice.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: newsukraine.rbc.ua
Belgium first in EU to ban sale of disposable vapes
Belgium becomes the first European Union country to ban the sale of disposable vapes. The new regulations took effect on January 1, 2025, The Guardian reports.
For detail: newsukraine.rbc.ua⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: news-journal.com
Fast-selling nicotine pouches popular with minors
In this photo illustration, ZYN nicotine cases and pouches are seen on a table. (Michael M.
For detail: news-journal.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Vaping Cigarette]
Source: msn.com
Vaping — Even Without Nicotine — Has an Immediate
A recent study found that smoking an e-cigarette decreased the amount of oxygen being taken in by the lungs, regardless of whether it contained nicotine It's another reason to stop vaping in the new year.
For detail: msn.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: france24.com
Milan says no to all outdoor smoking in Italy's toughest ban
Milan (Italy) (AFP) – Smokers in Italy's financial and fashion capital of Milan risk being fined for lighting up on city streets or crowded public areas, after the country's toughest ban comes into effect Wednesday.
For detail: france24.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: euroweeklynews.com
Milan’s new year’s resolution bans smoking
Milan’s new year’s resolution is to quit smoking in the street, or at least within 10 metres of anyone else.
For detail: euroweeklynews.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Cigarette]
Source: edmontonjournal.com
Vape and electric vehicle taxes coming to Alberta in 2025
In its 2024-25 budget, the Alberta government unveiled two new taxes that will be imposed on some Albertans in 2025 — a vape tax and a registration fee for electric vehicles.
For detail: edmontonjournal.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Smoking Cigarette]
Source: edition.cnn.com
A single cigarette slashes 20 minutes off your life expectancy, UK research suggests
A new paper says that the average loss of life expectancy per cigarette smoked is approximately 20 minutes.
For detail: edition.cnn.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: edition.cnn.com
Italy’s fashion capital Milan introduces country’s toughest rules on smoking
Cigarettes have long been associated with fashion so much so that they remain an occasional feature of runways.
For detail: edition.cnn.com⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: ctvnews.ca
A single cigarette slashes 20 minutes off your life expectancy, U.K. research suggests
A new paper says that the average loss of life expectancy per cigarette smoked is approximately 20 minutes.
For detail: ctvnews.ca⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: bristol.ac.uk
Smartwatch technology helps people quit smoking, new study finds
Whether people decide to make New Year resolutions or not, they might want to lead a healthier lifestyle in 2025. According to a new University of Bristol-led study smartwatches could help people give up smoking.
For detail: bristol.ac.uk⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Smoking]
Source: bristol.ac.uk
Smartwatch technology helps people quit smoking, new study finds
Whether people decide to make New Year resolutions or not, they might want to lead a healthier lifestyle in 2025. According to a new University of Bristol-led study smartwatches could help people give up smoking.
For detail: bristol.ac.uk⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[Tobacco]
Source: bm.ge
Excise Duty Tax Increases On Tobacco Products From January 1
The excise tax rate on tobacco products will increase from January 1, 2025. The corresponding change was approved by the Georgian Dream’s single-party parliament in December 2024.
For detail: bm.ge⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: app.com.pk
Peshawar declared Smoke-Free District
PESHAWAR, Jan 01 ( APP):A landmark ceremony held in Peshawar marked the official declaration of the city as a Smoke-Free District.
For detail: app.com.pk⇨Published Jan 01, 2025
[FCTC Tobacco]
Source: app.com.pk
Peshawar declared Smoke-Free District
PESHAWAR, Jan 01 ( APP):A landmark ceremony held in Peshawar marked the official declaration of the city as a Smoke-Free District.
For detail: app.com.pk
