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News Excerpts of December-2024


Published Dec 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: yahoo.com

Iowa City removes tobacco license moratorium, restricts sales near schools and other tobacco shops

The Iowa City City Council approved new tobacco sales restrictions on Tuesday, Dec. 10 in an effort to limit exposure to children and young adults.
For detail: yahoo.com
Published Dec 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tribuneindia.com

New warning on cigarette packets

From June next year, cigarette packets will carry new pictorial warnings to enhance public awareness of severe health risks posed by tobacco consumption.
For detail: tribuneindia.com
Published Dec 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: mailcommunity.com.au

Obesity and overweight overtake tobacco disease burden

The Public Health Association of Australia has reacted to the release of The Australian Burden of Disease Study 2024 report today, calling for Government action on overweight and obesity to help keep Australians well and out of hospitals.
For detail: mailcommunity.com.au
Published Dec 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kcrg.com

Iowa vape companies file lawsuit alleging new state law helps tobacco companies

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Several Iowa vape companies have filed a lawsuit to stop the implementation of new state laws and regulations.
For detail: kcrg.com
Published Dec 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: detroitnews.com

Dr. Roach: Nicotine gum still better than smoking

Dear Dr. Roach: I have a good friend who is almost 77 years old. He was a heavy smoker until about 14 years ago.
For detail: detroitnews.com
Published Dec 19, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Tobacco use costing Fijian economy $319 million a year

Tobacco-related illnesses cost the Fijian economy FJD 319 million every year, equivalent to 2.7 percent of its GDP and about 4.3 times more than the revenue generated by cigarette taxes.
For detail: who.int
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: universityofcalifornia.edu

Believe it or not, 1 vape has 20 cigarettes worth of nicotine

More than 1.6 million U.S. middle and high school students reported vaping in 2023, and nearly 90 percent used flavored vapes.
For detail: universityofcalifornia.edu
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tuoitrenews.vn

Vietnam expected to face uphill battle following ban on e-cigarettes

Following the approval of a ban on the production, trade, and use of electronic cigarettes set to take effect in 2025, many, particularly parents, have expressed satisfaction with the decision.
For detail: tuoitrenews.vn
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thesun.my

Gradual tobacco tax strategy could cut smoking, combat illicit trade: UKM professor

PETALING JAYA: A multiyear tax calendar, combined with stronger enforcement measures, could strike a better balance between curbing smoking and addressing the growing illicit tobacco trade.
For detail: thesun.my
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: punchng.com

SON to position Nigeria as leader in tobacco regulation

The Standards Organisation of Nigeria has vowed to make Nigeria a leader in the responsible regulation of tobacco and similar products across the globe.
For detail: punchng.com
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: propakistani.pk

Right Quest Urges Implementation of Harm Reduction Strategies for Smoke-Free Pakistan

A seminar was held recently where experts advocating for tobacco harm reduction encouraged regulatory measures for smoke-free alternatives to help address the country’s significant public health challenges related to smoking.
For detail: propakistani.pk
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newindianexpress.com

Banned tobacco products worth Rs 4 crore seized in Thiruvananthapuram; Two held

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Chirayinkeezhu police have arrested two persons and seized banned tobacco products worth Rs 4 crore from their possession at Koorakkada near Chirayinkeezhu.
For detail: newindianexpress.com
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ndtv.com

Experts Call For Higher 'Sin Tax' On Tobacco Ahead Of GST Council Meet

At a webinar organised by 'Tobacco Free India', a citizens' initiative, experts endorsed the recent recommendation by the Group of Ministers (GoM) for a 35 per cent 'Sin Tax' slab on tobacco products, up from the current 28 per cent.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Dec 19, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: mrw.co.uk

Survey warns over scale of UK vape waste

An online survey of over 700 people across the UK has concluded that millions of vapes are failing to be correctly disposed or recycled.
For detail: mrw.co.uk
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: linknky.com

Boone County receives nearly $100k in tobacco settlement funds

Boone County is set to receive $99,164 in tobacco settlement funds from the Kentucky Agricultural Development Fund, according to a December report from the Tobacco Settlement Agreement Fund Oversight Committee.
For detail: linknky.com
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kidsnews.com.au

Curious kids need to see past smoke and mirrors of vape sales

2024 Junior Journalist competition entry – Secondary News Story (Print) category – WARNING: RED LEVEL (secondary only): government acts on vapes designed to appeal to young children The Federal Government introduced new legislation this year to restrict the sale of vapes to young people.
For detail: kidsnews.com.au
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: jang.com.pk

Belgium to enforce ban on disposable vapes amid growing health concerns

Belgium to enforce ban on disposable vapes amid growing health concerns Belgium to enforce ban on disposable vapes amid growing health concerns In a recent turn of events, Belgium is set to ban the sale of disposable vapes in January next year.
For detail: jang.com.pk
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: heraldnet.com

Editorial: Protect state’s youths from flavored vapes, tobacco

A person vaping in New York, July 7, 2024. Millions of Americans use e-cigarettes — there’s little research into how to help them stop.
For detail: heraldnet.com
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: healthcare.utah.edu

Smoke and Mirrors: The Myth of Healthy Vaping

Vaping is often marketed as a healthier alternative to smoking or a tool to quit smoking. But it’s not a safe habit—the health effects of vaping can be irreversible and sometimes deadly.
For detail: healthcare.utah.edu
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gulf-times.com

HMC Tobacco Cessation Centre conducts awareness activities

The Tobacco Cessation Centre at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC), an accredited centre by the World Health Organisation, conducted a number of educational and health activities and events in the last quarter of 2024.
For detail: gulf-times.com
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: georgiastatesignal.com

How the UK’s Vape Ban Could be a Turning Point for Global Health and Sustainability in 2025

As the final weeks of the year come to an end, our New Year’s resolutions are beginning to be finalized.
For detail: georgiastatesignal.com
Published Dec 19, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: geiselmed.dartmouth.edu

Dartmouth-led Study Shows E-Cigarette Switching Can Ease Respiratory Symptoms

Findings from a new study, conducted by a team of researchers at Dartmouth’s Geisel School of Medicine and collaborating institutions and published in the journal e-clinical Medicine, a member of the Lancet family of journals, show beneficial effects on functionally important respiratory symptoms when persons who smoke switch completely to e-cigarettes.
For detail: geiselmed.dartmouth.edu
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ft.lk

Tobacco harm reduction and progressive regulation work hand-in hand: BAT

British American Tobacco’s (BAT) Director – Science and Research Dr. James Murphy is urging countries around the world to adopt ‘progressive regulation’ to accommodate smokeless alternatives which are far less harmful than cigarettes.
For detail: ft.lk
Published Dec 19, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: fda.gov

FDA Warns Nine Online Firms for Illegally Selling Flavored, Disposable E-Cigarettes

On December 19, 2024, FDA announced the issuance of warning letters to eight online retailers and one manufacturer for selling and/or distributing unauthorized flavored, disposable e-cigarettes.
For detail: fda.gov
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fbcnews.com.fj

Tobacco costs Fiji 1,200 lives and more than $318m annually

Tobacco-related illnesses in Fiji claim 1,200 lives and incur health-related costs of $11.5 million annually, while “invisible” costs such as lost workforce productivity and illness-related absenteeism are pegged at $307 million per annum.
For detail: fbcnews.com.fj
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: farmprogress.com

After massive loss, tobacco farmers focus on yield in 2025

As July wound to a close, the 2024 flue-cured tobacco crop was one of the best many had seen in quite some time, then the storms came.
For detail: farmprogress.com
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: en.armradio.am

Belgium to become first EU country to ban disposable vape sales

Belgium will in January become the first European Union country to ban sales of disposable vapes because of concerns about their use among children and the environmental damage they can cause, Reuters reports.
For detail: en.armradio.am
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: edition.mv

Nazim urges advocacy against tobacco and vaping

Health Minister Abdulla Nazim Ibrahim yesterday urged everyone who wish for the health and wellbeing of Maldivians to advocate against smoking and vaping.
For detail: edition.mv
Published Dec 19, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cspdailynews.com

FDA Warns Online Retailers, Manufacturer for Selling Illegal E-Cigarettes

The Food and Drug Administration warned eight online retailers and one manufacturer for selling unauthorized e-cigarette products.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Dec 19, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: app.com.pk

Tobacco industry’s promotional tactics luring youth towards vaping, nicotine addiction

PESHAWAR, Dec 19 (APP):The tobacco industry’s promotional tactics including catchy lucky draw schemes, advertising flavoured e-cigarettes, substantial incentives to retailor and distributors are luring young generation towards nicotine addiction through vaping and use of velo pouches.
For detail: app.com.pk
Published Dec 18, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Investment case for tobacco control in Fiji

Tobacco is a health and sustainable development issue. Tobacco causes early death and disease, results in high health costs and economic losses, widens socioeconomic inequalities, and impedes progress across the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
For detail: who.int
Published Dec 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindubusinessline.com

Tax on tobacco products should remain high

Post GST compensation cess, the tax on tobacco will drop by 70-72 per cent. A sin tax of 75 per cent is in order The GST compensation cess is set to conclude by March 31, 2026.
For detail: thehindubusinessline.com
Published Dec 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: taxfoundation.org

FDA’s Proposed Cigarette Prohibition Would Cost $33 Billion in Annual Tax Revenue

Last week, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sent draft rules to the White House that would ban the sale of cigarettes as we now know them.
For detail: taxfoundation.org
Published Dec 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: securingindustry.com

Case reveals financial rewards of fake tobacco

The financial rewards that can follow if unscrupulous shopkeepers trade in counterfeit cigarettes are exemplified by a recent case in the UK.
For detail: securingindustry.com
Published Dec 18, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: news-daily.com

CCSO Considers Selling E-cigarettes To Inmates

CCSO Considers Selling E-cigarettes To Inmates JONESBORO — In what officials are saying could bring in as much as $1.2 million per year, the Clayton County Sheriff’s Office is considering selling e-cigarettes to inmates.
For detail: news-daily.com
Published Dec 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: krem.com

Washington superintendent supporting legislation to end sale of flavored tobacco products

OLYMPIA, Wash. — Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal announced his support of state legislation that would end the sale of all flavored tobacco products in Washington.
For detail: krem.com
Published Dec 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: jamanetwork.com

Potential Policy Targets to Reduce Vaping Among Youths

Over 25% of US residents live in regions with restrictions on sales of flavored electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), which are typically enacted to reduce youth vaping.
For detail: jamanetwork.com
Published Dec 18, 2024
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]

Source: ippmedia.com

Africa urged to pursue home-grown tobacco harm reduction regulation

Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) experts and advocates have raised concerns about non-scientific bans and regulations, which they believe could drive people toward using more harmful tobacco products.
For detail: ippmedia.com
Published Dec 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: health.gov.au

Vape crackdown: almost $2 million of illegal vapes seized in Perth

In a significant crackdown on the illegal vape market, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and WA Health have conducted a successful joint enforcement operation, with assistance from Australian Federal Police (AFP), resulting in the seizure of more than 60,000 allegedly illicit vapes valued at just under $1.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published Dec 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gulfnews.com

UAE launches new guideline against tobacco use

Dr-Hussain-Al-Rand,-Assistant-Undersecretary-of-Public-Health-Sector-at-launch-event-of-guideline-in-dubai-1734521553761 Dubai: The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has launched the Practical Guideline for Management of Tobacco Dependence, in collaboration with Emirates Health Services (EHS), the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi, Dubai Health Authority (DHA), and Dubai Health.
For detail: gulfnews.com
Published Dec 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: fredhutch.org

From the Fong Lab, Translational Sciences & Therapeutics Division

E-cigarette use, or vaping, has grown in popularity and with it, so has the availability of mods and vape flavors to meet every style and palette.
For detail: fredhutch.org
Published Dec 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: biotechnologyforbiofuels.biomedcentral.com

Reduction of nicotine content in tobacco through microbial degradation: research progress and potential applications

Originally native to South America, tobacco and is now distributed worldwide as a major cash crop.
For detail: biotechnologyforbiofuels.biomedcentral.com
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Washington bill targets flavored tobacco to combat youth e-cigarette addiction

Washington state Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal announced on Monday his support of state legislation that would end the sale of all flavored tobacco products in the state.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

The Latest Studies Indicating That Vapes Are The Most Effective Smoking Cessation Aids

While alarmist headlines allege that vapes are addicting a whole new generation to nicotine, numerous studies highlight the products as the most effective tools for quitting smoking, outperforming traditional methods like nicotine replacement therapy and behavioral interventions.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Illegal Cigarette Factory Dismantled in Latvia

The massive illegal manufacturing site was fully equipped with production machinery and raw materials.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tg.org.au

Oral health impacts of vaping

Recent legislative changes affecting access to electronic cigarettes have put vaping (inhalation of e-cigarette vapour) in the spotlight once again, prompting a discussion in this issue on the therapeutic use of vapes for smoking cessation and nicotine dependence.
For detail: tg.org.au
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Smoking FCTC COPD]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Smoking cessation and harm reduction: a systematic overview of ongoing, randomized controlled trials

Smoking remains one of the major public health threats, necessitating substantial scientific and societal interest in further developing and implementing systematic, smoking cessation trials.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Smoking cessation and harm reduction: a systematic overview of ongoing, randomized controlled trials

Background: Smoking remains one of the major public health threats, necessitating substantial scientific and societal interest in further developing and implementing systematic, smoking cessation trials.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nbc16.com

Washington bill targets flavored tobacco to combat youth e-cigarette addiction

VANCOUVER, Wash. (KATU) — Washington state Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal announced on Monday his support of state legislation that would end the sale of all flavored tobacco products in the state.
For detail: nbc16.com
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kgns.tv

UISD students take action against vaping

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - United Independent School District (UISD) is working to stop vaping in schools, a growing problem in Laredo and across the country.
For detail: kgns.tv
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kcby.com

Washington bill targets flavored tobacco to combat youth e-cigarette addiction

VANCOUVER, Wash. (KATU) — Washington state Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal announced on Monday his support of state legislation that would end the sale of all flavored tobacco products in the state.
For detail: kcby.com
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: heraldscotland.com

Don't encourage smokers to vape, says tobacco control expert

Professor Judith Mackay (inset) said Hong Kong had achieved a significant reduction in its smoking rates without promoting e-cigarettes for cessation (Image: PA) A leading expert in tobacco control says smokers trying to quit should not be pushed towards swapping cigarettes for vaping devices.
For detail: heraldscotland.com
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: en.vietnamplus.vn

Indonesia works to prevent youths from smoking

The Indonesian Ministry of Health revealed on December 17 that other countries' efforts to increase cigarette excise can reduce consumption by 10-15%, with increasing the Retail Selling Price (HJE) of cigarettes and e-cigarettes deterring young smokers from purchasing them.
For detail: en.vietnamplus.vn
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: croatiaweek.com

Croatia set to adopt more restrictions on smoking

ZAGREB, 17 Dec (Hina) – Considering that smoking is among major causes for cancer and premature deaths in the European Union, claiming around 700.
For detail: croatiaweek.com
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cleveland.com

Vaping is up, especially sweet flavors: New report points to concerns about youth addiction

Data from the Monitoring Tobacco Product Use program from the CDC Foundation show national sales trends for e-cigarette, or vapes.
For detail: cleveland.com
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Smoking FCTC COPD]

Source: bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com

Smoking cessation and harm reduction: a systematic overview of ongoing, randomized controlled trials

Smoking remains one of the major public health threats, necessitating substantial scientific and societal interest in further developing and implementing systematic, smoking cessation trials.
For detail: bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: axios.com

Denver bans flavored tobacco sales

Multiple colorful packages containing tobacco products, including vapes and menthol cigarettes.
For detail: axios.com
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ashscotland.org.uk

Tobacco control expert challenges Scotland to dismiss industry interference and support only medically licensed quit smoking aids

A Senior Policy Advisor to the World Health Organization (WHO) is challenging Scotland to dismiss industry attempts at influencing health policy and uphold its evidence-based precautionary stance against recommending e-cigarettes to be used in quit smoking attempts.
For detail: ashscotland.org.uk
Published Dec 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: alaskasnewssource.com

Mistrial ruled in state's case against e-cigarette company

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A mistrial was ruled last week in a lawsuit filed by the state against JUUL Labs, Inc.
For detail: alaskasnewssource.com
Published Dec 16, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: upi.com

Chicago CBP seizes $81.5M of banned Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems

Representatives of US Customs and Border Patrol Protection ring the opening bell on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on the first trading day of 2024 on Wall Street in New York City on January 2, 2024.
For detail: upi.com
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ucsf.edu

Believe It or Not, 1 Vape has 30 Cigarettes Worth of Nicotine

UCSF is home to the world’s largest archive of Big Tobacco’s internal documents. Meet the physician deciphering its pages to uncover how marketing is creating a new epidemic.
For detail: ucsf.edu
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

PMI Settles D.C. Flavor Ban Violations Case

Swedish Match North America (SMNA) will pay $1.2 million to settle an investigation into violations of Washington D.C.’s flavored tobacco ban, reports Reuters.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Dec 16, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Bangladesh to Ban E-cigarette Imports

According to a statement issued by the cabinet division, the health services division proposed to take urgent measures to ban the import of all products tied to the electronic nicotine delivery systems or e-cigarettes “to protect public health and keep future generations safe.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tnnenglish.com

Hussain’s Story: A Window into Pakistan’s Rising Young Smokers and Policy Challenges

Hussain's story isn’t unique. It is emblematic of a broader issue in Pakistan, where more than 20 million people smoke, according to estimates.
For detail: tnnenglish.com
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tiranapost.al

Expert: Sweden's success in reducing tobacco consumption cannot be ignored

After Sweden achieved official 'smoke-free' status, 'The World Vapers' Alliance' says Stockholm is an example the European Union can no longer ignore.
For detail: tiranapost.al
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

More than a million vapes a day in UK thrown away, says research

Thirteen vapes are thrown away every second in the UK – more than a million a day – leading to an “environmental nightmare”, according to research.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Dec 16, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: thediplomat.com

Sweeping Vaping Ban Takes Effect In Maldives

Tourists aren’t allowed to bring vaping devices either and cigarette prices have more than doubled after the government hiked tariffs.
For detail: thediplomat.com
Published Dec 16, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Half of young vapers choose ‘big puff’ vapes that could avoid ban

Almost half of young vapers are using so-called “big puff” vapes that could avoid the Government’s crackdown on disposable devices. Campaigners claim the new big puff e-cigarettes – which contain 6,000 puffs compared to the 600 in a typical single-use vape – will circumvent new restrictions banning disposable vapes from June 2025.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: princeedwardisland.ca

Free program to help Islanders quit smoking expands to pharmacies

Islanders who want to quit smoking can now access nicotine replacement therapies (NRT) and prescription smoking cessation medications directly from their local pharmacy, making it easier and more convenient to get the help they need.
For detail: princeedwardisland.ca
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: leeds.gov.uk

Leeds expands support to help more smokers quit for good

Health bosses in Leeds have expanded their stop smoking services to help encourage residents to kick the habit – as figures show there are currently more than 111,000 people in the city who still smoke.
For detail: leeds.gov.uk
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: governor.nc.gov

Tobacco Manufacturer Selects Caswell County for New Production and Distribution Facility

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced that Cherokee Tobacco Company will create 39 new jobs and invest more than $14 million to build a new manufacturing and distribution operation in Caswell County.
For detail: governor.nc.gov
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: geo.tv

The Cure member Robert Smith shares how quitting smoking saved his voice

The Cure member Smith told Radio X host John Kennedy that he didn't focus on his health until he reached his 50s.
For detail: geo.tv
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ecns.cn

Shanghai targets outdoor smoking

Nine departments in Shanghai have jointly issued a notice aimed at reducing secondhand smoke exposure outdoors and promoting a smoke-free, healthy environment, the Shanghai Municipal Health Promotion Center announced on Wednesday.
For detail: ecns.cn
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: eastlothiancourier.com

Letter of the Week: 'Vaping is damaging many young brains'

The sheer number of youngsters vaping on buses between Musselburgh and Wallyford is a sad, pathetic sight.
For detail: eastlothiancourier.com
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: delano.lu

New Tobacco-Free Generation 2040 coordinator

Catherine Theves, new coordinator of the national strategy Tobacco-Free Generation: “To achieve the ambitious goal of reducing the proportion of smokers to less than 5% by 2040, it is essential to mobilise society as a whole”.
For detail: delano.lu
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: citynewsokc.com

What Works Best to Help Young Vapers Quit?

MONDAY, Dec. 16, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Many young adults can kick their vaping habit with a little coaching and support.
For detail: citynewsokc.com
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbsnews.com

Denver City Council approves ban on sales of flavored tobacco products

The ordinance includes bans on e-cigarettes, menthol cigarettes, vapes and other flavored nicotine and tobacco products.
For detail: cbsnews.com
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Ban Tobacco]

Source: cbsnews.com

Denver leaders call flavored nicotine ban vote a "significant step," and vape shops in Aurora react

Denver joins a growing list of cities taking action against nicotine and tobacco products. In a 11-1 vote, Denver City Council passed a ban on flavored products.
For detail: cbsnews.com
Published Dec 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cancer.ucsf.edu

Believe It or Not, 1 Vape is the Same as Smoking 30 Cigarettes

UCSF is home to the world’s largest archive of Big Tobacco’s internal documents. Meet the physician deciphering its pages to uncover how marketing is creating a new epidemic.
For detail: cancer.ucsf.edu
Published Dec 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: westerniowatoday.com

New Research Shows Vaping Quit Program Successful

Data in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine shows about half of 18 to 24 year olds were able to quite vaping three months after going through a quit program.
For detail: westerniowatoday.com
Published Dec 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vapingpost.com

The U.S. FDA Squeezes in Proposal For Reduced Nicotine Limits Before Change of Administration

While some believe that reducing nicotine levels in tobacco products helps users fight their addiction, others argue that amongst other things, it just pushes them to smoke/use more in order to make up for inhaling less nicotine and therefore ingest more of the harmful chemicals.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Dec 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tpr.org

Stealth vaping' and other dangerous vaping trends

A high school in Boerne Independent School District is taking extra steps to crack down on “stealth vaping.” The school removed hallway doors leading into restrooms, which was a favorite place for students to sneak a vape.
For detail: tpr.org
Published Dec 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

The impact of tobacco smoking and smoking cessation on lung cancer and stroke incidence among people with HIV on antiretroviral therapy in South Africa: a simulation modeling study

Introduction: With declining HIV-related mortality, over 20% of people with HIV (PWH) in South Africa are now over age 50 years, and tobacco-related non-communicable disease burden is increasing.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Dec 15, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Breaking the vape habit: Challenges faced by young adult users

High stress, heavy dependence, and mental health concerns shape the quitting journey for young adult e-cigarette users, emphasizing the need for targeted and supportive interventions.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Dec 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nationthailand.com

Warning issued about use of e-cigarettes by children and adolescents

Deputy government spokesman Anukool Pruksanusak has issued a warning about the increasing use of e-cigarettes among children and adolescents.
For detail: nationthailand.com
Published Dec 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ctvnews.ca

Regular use of e-cigarettes, vaping devices may lead to worse lung function, research suggests

While the use of cigarettes has declined in the 21st century, there has been a rapid increase in the use of electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, and other vaping devices, with little known about the effects on users.
For detail: ctvnews.ca
Published Dec 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thestar.com

Why is the largest tobacco company in the world telling people not to smoke?

As Big Tobacco shifts focus to vaping and other “smokeless” forms of nicotine, firms have launched health-centred campaigns.
For detail: thestar.com
Published Dec 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tbsnews.net

Urgent action needed to control uptake of e-cigarettes to protect children: WHO

Urgent action is needed to control e-cigarettes to protect children, as well as non-smokers and minimise health harms to the population, said the World Health Organization (WHO) in a statement today (14 December).
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published Dec 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

Higher cigarette prices push older Australians toward cannabis

New research from Curtin University has revealed increasing cigarette prices over the past several years have seen more older Australians turn to cannabis use as an alternative.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Dec 14, 2024
[NCD Cigarette]

Source: asianews.it

Dhaka: Church applauds government ban on electronic cigarettes

The decision was approved by the interim government at the end of a meeting chaired by Yunus. Vapes will be added to the list of items whose importation is prohibited.
For detail: asianews.it
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

Smoking during childhood and early adulthood could damage your heart in real-time, study says

According to a study by the American College of Cardiology, tobacco smoking from ages 10 to 24 was associated with a 33% to 52% odds of having heart problems such as enlargement and damage to heart muscle and function, not later on in life, but during childhood and early adulthood.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: spectrumnews1.com

Study shows over-the-phone help led many young adults to ditch their vaping habit

OHIO — A recent study involving Ohio State researchers shows quitline coaching over the phone helped many young people ditch their vaping habit.
For detail: spectrumnews1.com
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Smoking FED]

Source: sixthtone.com

Shanghai Launches Campaign Against Smoking in Outdoor Public Spaces

After decades of campaigns to enforce indoor smoking bans, Shanghai is now moving to try and stop residents lighting up in outdoor public spaces as part of a wider effort to turn the city into a smoke-free environment.
For detail: sixthtone.com
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sciencenews.org

Cancer screening and quitting smoking have saved nearly 6 million lives

A male doctor sits next to a computer screen with diagnostic images while gesturing at a 3D model of a colon, across the desk from an older man wearing an orange shirt Colonoscopies and other cancer screening tests, paired with preventive measures and better treatments helped save nearly 6 million lives from cancer from 1975 through 2020.
For detail: sciencenews.org
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sa.gov.au

Police raids lead to significant illegal tobacco seizure

Police have made the largest single retail seizure of illicit tobacco products as part of intensive ongoing Operation Eclipse investigations.
For detail: sa.gov.au
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: press-citizen.com

Iowa City removes tobacco license moratorium, restricts sales near schools and other tobacco shops

The Iowa Smoke Time & Vapor Shop is pictured Monday, Jan. 22, 2024 on Washington Street in Iowa City, Iowa.
For detail: press-citizen.com
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pna.gov.ph

NTA uses drones to boost tobacco plantation mapping, monitoring

DRONE TECH. National Tobacco Administration (NTA) staff in Mindanao train on basic drone operations in Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental on Nov.
For detail: pna.gov.ph
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nsnews.com

Creditors approve proposed $32.5B deal with tobacco giants today: lawyer

A smoker puts out a cigarette in a public ash tray in Ottawa on May 31, 2016.
For detail: nsnews.com
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newwestrecord.ca

Creditors approve proposed $32.5B deal with tobacco giants today: lawyer

A smoker puts out a cigarette in a public ash tray in Ottawa on May 31, 2016.
For detail: newwestrecord.ca
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.harvard.edu

The deadly habit we can’t quite kick

Smoking has declined in the U.S., but 49.2 millions Americans, about 20 percent, still use tobacco products.
For detail: news.harvard.edu
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: livescience.com

Simple vaping 'quitline' can help over 40% of young people quit, study finds

A new study looked at strategies to help older teens and young adults quit vaping. (Image credit: whitebalance.
For detail: livescience.com
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: livemint.com

How smoking is linked to brain shrinkage

The researchers noted that the more packs a person smoked per day, the smaller their brain volume.
For detail: livemint.com
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: jakartaglobe.id

Plain Tobacco Packaging A Looming Nightmare for Indonesian Cigarette Producers

Packs of illicit cigarettes shown at the Pantoloan customs office on Dec. 12, 2024. (Antara Photo/Basri Marzuki) Jakarta.
For detail: jakartaglobe.id
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: indiatoday.in

Delhi LG mandates nodal officers in schools, colleges for tobacco-free compliance

Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has directed the strict implementation of tobacco-free guidelines in schools and colleges.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: fullfact.org

Health secretary’s claims on smoking aren’t supported by the evidence

“Today, across the UK, 350 young people aged 25 and under will take up smoking. It is a decision that the vast majority will later regret.
For detail: fullfact.org
Published Dec 13, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: financialexpress.com

How tobacco use and winter smog are deadly combo for lung health

Tobacco smoke environmental effects, tobacco and the environment, tobacco and water cigarettes, tobacco smoke pollution, a tobacco, a tobacco and vape, a tobacco plantation, b tobacco.
For detail: financialexpress.com
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: en.antaranews.com

TCSC IAKMI advocates for higher cigarette prices to protect youth

Chair of TCSC IAKMI, Sumarjati Arjoso, at the event "Protect Children with Disabilities from the Dangers of Cigarettes", in Jakarta on December 13, 2024.
For detail: en.antaranews.com
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: deccanherald.com

4.2 lakh e-cigarettes seized from April to November: Govt

New Delhi: During the period from April to November, 4.2 lakh e-cigarettes were seized, the government informed Parliament on Friday.
For detail: deccanherald.com
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: coventrytelegraph.net

Haul of illegal vapes and tobacco seized from Coventry shops

Coventry cornershops were found to be trading in illegal vapes and tobacco products during a police and trading standards operation.
For detail: coventrytelegraph.net
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: clinicalpainadvisor.com

FDA Asks Biden Administration to Limit Nicotine in Tobacco Products

HealthDay News — In what appears to be a last-ditch effort to limit the harms of smoking before its term ends, the Biden administration has proposed a rule that would significantly lower the amount of nicotine in tobacco products.
For detail: clinicalpainadvisor.com
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bestcolleges.indiatoday.in

Nodal officers in Delhi schools: Delhi LG mandates nodal officers to enforce tobacco-free guidelines in schools and colleges

Nodal officers for Tobacco-Free zones: The initiative aims to create a tobacco-free, healthier, and safer learning environment in Delhi, particularly for students and young people.
For detail: bestcolleges.indiatoday.in
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: barandbench.com

E-cigarette smuggling case: Prince Paan owner moves Delhi High Court against arrest

13 Dec 2024, 12:13 pm Owner of popular Delhi paan shop 'Prince Paan', Yash Tekwani, has filed a plea before the Delhi High Court challenging proceedings initiated against him by customs officials over allegations that he was involved in smuggling illegal e-cigarettes into India [Yash Tekwani v.
For detail: barandbench.com
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ateneo.edu

Ateneo School of Government launches pioneer cohort of the Leadership and Governance in Tobacco Control (LGTC) executive course

From 28 to 29 November 2024, the Ateneo School of Government (ASOG), through the Ateneo Policy Center (APC), conducted the on-site delivery of the Leadership and Governance in Tobacco Control (LGTC) Executive Course at Seda Vertis North Hotel.
For detail: ateneo.edu
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: aspentimes.com

Basalt gives tobacco tax grants to area nonprofits

Basalt Town Council will dole out $62,000 in grants from the council’s discretionary budget and the town’s tobacco tax to various nonprofits throughout the Roaring Fork Valley.
For detail: aspentimes.com
Published Dec 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

Police and health officials seize 6,000 vapes, 150,000 cigarettes in raids on West End tobacconists

The raids follow law changes enforcing tough penalties for supplying illegal smoking products. Health officials and police worked together to raid three businesses in the Brisbane suburb of West End.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vancouversun.com

B.C. could receive $3.5 billion from tobacco companies under proposed compensation deal

B.C. Premier David Eby says the provincial government could receive $3.5 billion from a $32 billion proposed Canadian settlement with three tobacco companies.
For detail: vancouversun.com
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: usrtk.org

Smoking tobacco from early childhood can cause premature heart damage, new study shows

Two-thirds of children who smoked tobacco from age 10 through their mid-20s had a significantly increased risk of early heart damage, according to a large population study published yesterday [Dec.
For detail: usrtk.org
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: upi.com

FDA asks Biden administration to reduce nicotine content in tobacco products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has proposed a rule that would significantly lower the amount of nicotine in tobacco products.
For detail: upi.com
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: upi.com

Smoking as preteen, teenager can injure young people's hearts

Sneaking cigarettes might seem like a harmless preteen rite of passage, but it's more dangerous than you think, a new study warns.
For detail: upi.com
Published Dec 12, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: thefinancialexpress.com.bd

Government bans e-cigarette imports to protect public health

The government has banned the import of e-cigarettes or electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) and related products.
For detail: thefinancialexpress.com.bd
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: tecscience.tec.mx

To Vape or Not to Vape: Do they Really Help You Quit Smoking?

“We cannot say that vaping is better than smoking cigarettes, because we know that it has harmful effects,” says Francisco Moreno, a pulmonologist at the Institute of Internal Medicine at TecSalud’s Zambrano Hellion Hospital.
For detail: tecscience.tec.mx
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tctmd.com

Teens Who Smoke Face Risk of Cardiac Damage by Their Mid-20s

There’s no “free ticket” to keep smoking with the idea of quitting later—some changes may be irreversible, experts say.
For detail: tctmd.com
Published Dec 12, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tbsnews.net

Govt bans import of e-cigarette, e-nicotine delivery systems

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 Dec 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newwestrecord.ca

Creditors approve proposed $32.5B deal with tobacco giants today: lawyer

A smoker puts out a cigarette in a public ash tray in Ottawa on May 31, 2016.
For detail: newwestrecord.ca
Published Dec 12, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Mexican Congress adopts ban on e-cigarettes

Mexico's Congress on Wednesday approved a constitutional reform banning the production, distribution and sale of e-cigarettes, joining a widening clampdown on a device promoted as less harmful than smoking.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: globalnews.ca

$32.5B settlement with tobacco giants approved by creditors, lawyer says

1:59 Tobacco giants would pay out billions to provinces, smokers in ‘historic’ proposed deal For decades, tobacco marketing failed to mention the highly addictive nature of the products, much less the potentially deadly consequences of smoking.
For detail: globalnews.ca
Published Dec 12, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: geo.tv

Mexico Congress approves ban on e-cigarettes

Constitutional reform must now be approved by congresses of all of Mexico's 32 states before taking effect A woman exhales vapour from an e-cigarette outside the offices of British e-cigarette manufacturer Totally Wicked in Blackburn, northern England March 19, 2015.
For detail: geo.tv
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: financialpost.com

Creditors expected to vote on proposed $32.5B deal with tobacco giants today

The deal includes $24 billion for provinces, $4 billion for Quebec smokers and their heirs, and over $2.5 billion for smokers in other provinces The $32.5-billion global settlement between the 4 major tobacco companies was reached after more than 5 years of negotiations.
For detail: financialpost.com
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

22nd Century Applauds FDA Proposal to Mandate Reduced Nicotine Content in Cigarettes

Recent FDA Action Advances Policy Proposal That Originated During First Trump Administration and Continued to Progress Under Biden Administration Mocksville, North Carolina--(Newsfile Corp.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: en.somoynews.tv

Bangladesh banning e-cigarette import

Bad news for Bangladesh’s vapers. The interim government has ordered stopping the import of e-cigarettes and related items.
For detail: en.somoynews.tv
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dw.com

FDA Submits Proposal to Limit Nicotine

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has submitted a proposal to limit the amount of nicotine in tobacco products, reports CNN.
For detail: dw.com
Published Dec 12, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: dhakatribune.com

E-Cigarettes to be included in import prohibition list

The interim government has decided to include e-cigarettes and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) in the list of prohibited items under the Import Policy Order.
For detail: dhakatribune.com
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: convenience.org

Don’t Forget to Renew Your Membership!

Latest Magazine CoverRead the latest issue of NACS Magazine for a monthly dose of insights, industry data and best practices from leading retailers.
For detail: convenience.org
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbc.ca

B.C. premier urges tobacco giants to accept proposed $32.5B settlement

The plan announced by a court-appointed mediator would see tobacco companies pay $24.7 billion to provinces and territories, $6.6 billion to individuals, and $1 billion to a new national foundation for research into cancer and other smoking-related diseases.
For detail: cbc.ca
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: businessdailyafrica.com

Court order releasing truck reversed in cigarette lawsuit

Officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation during inspection of a container on a transit goods truck at Eldoret Police Station in Uaisn Gishu County on October 30, 2019.
For detail: businessdailyafrica.com
Published Dec 12, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bdnews24.com

Bangladesh moves to ban import of e-cigarettes

E-cigarettes will be included in the list of banned products in the import policy order of the commerce ministry, authorities say The interim government is taking steps to ban the import of e-cigarettes and related products that are harmful to public health.
For detail: bdnews24.com
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Thousands of vapes and tobacco products seized

Breckland Police Approximately 20 clear bags filled with vapes and cigarettes on the floor in front of a police station. Each bag has a yellow ID tag.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Dec 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: aol.com

Thousands of vapes and tobacco products seized

Approximately 20 clear bags filled with vapes and cigarettes on the floor in front of a police station. Each bag has a yellow ID tag.
For detail: aol.com
Published Dec 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: taxfoundation.org

Cigarette Smuggling Cost States Nearly $5 Billion in Forgone Excise Tax Revenue Each Year

TaxA tax is a mandatory payment or charge collected by local, state, and national governments from individuals or businesses to cover the costs of general government services, goods, and activities.
For detail: taxfoundation.org
Published Dec 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: paherald.sk.ca

The tobacco settlement is far from perfect but one feasible change would make it a lot better

It has been more than 25 years since the first of 10 Canadian provinces filed a lawsuit against the three major tobacco companies for harms incurred by Canadians from smoking.
For detail: paherald.sk.ca
Published Dec 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Early smoking causes structural and functional heart damage

Cigarette smoking from childhood into early adulthood is associated with an increased risk of premature cardiac injury, according to a study published today in JACC, the flagship journal of the American College of Cardiology.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Dec 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.cision.com

Persistent tobacco smoking from childhood may cause heart damage by the mid-twenties

The majority of children who started smoking tobacco at age 10 years or in their later teens continued to smoke until their mid-twenties.
For detail: news.cision.com
Published Dec 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: lung.org

Lung Association: Reducing Nicotine in Tobacco Products Would Be a Game Changer

Last night, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sent a proposed rule to the White House Office on Management and Budget regarding nicotine levels in some tobacco products.
For detail: lung.org
Published Dec 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: lbbd.gov.uk

Trading Standards seize illegal tobacco and vapes in Barking and Dagenham

Trading Standards carried out raids across Barking and Dagenham on 26 and 27 November as part of Operation CeCe, a nationwide initiative to tackle the illegal tobacco trade.
For detail: lbbd.gov.uk
Published Dec 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: investing.com

British American Tobacco reaffirms 2024 guidance, eyes modest growth

Investing.com -- Shares of British American Tobacco (NYSE:BTI) (LON:BATS) traded higher on Wednesday after it reaffirmed its full-year guidance for 2024, maintaining expectations for low-single-digit organic revenue and profit growth.
For detail: investing.com
Published Dec 11, 2024
[Smoking NCD]

Source: bristol.ac.uk

Smoking tobacco from childhood can cause premature heart damage

In 1931 children followed up from age 10 to 24 years, persistent tobacco smoking from childhood through young adulthood caused structural and functional heart damage.
For detail: bristol.ac.uk
Published Dec 10, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccotactics.org

Tobacco Industry Interference with Endgame Policies

The World Health Organisation (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) is an international treaty that aims to reduce the demand and supply of tobacco.
For detail: tobaccotactics.org
Published Dec 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Commission Urged to Harmonize Tax Vapes

Sixteen EU member states asked the European Commission on Dec. 9 to expand tobacco taxation laws to include new nicotine products such as e-cigarettes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Dec 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: shiawaves.com

EU pushes for unified tobacco tax rules on vapes

Sixteen European Union countries have urged the European Commission to propose updated tobacco tax legislation to cover products like electronic cigarettes, Reuters reported on Monday.
For detail: shiawaves.com
Published Dec 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbsnews.com

Michigan Legislature to consider ban on flavored tobacco

(CBS DETROIT) - Flavored tobacco that can be found in vapes and e-cigarettes has become incredibly popular among young populations, and the Michigan Legislature is using one of its waning session days to consider banning them.
For detail: cbsnews.com
Published Dec 09, 2024
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

WHO hosts third high-level leadership programme to strengthen global tobacco control efforts

In a bid to accelerate global tobacco control efforts, the World Health Organization (WHO) has convened its third high-level leadership programme, bringing together representatives from 10 countries.
For detail: who.int
Published Dec 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: truthinitiative.org

“Outsmart Nicotine”: Truth Initiative launches national campaign to help young people quit vaping with EX Program

Quitting is hard, but with the right support, anyone can break free from nicotine addiction – and they don’t have to go it alone.
For detail: truthinitiative.org
Published Dec 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tovima.com

EU Countries Want Bloc’s Tobacco Tax Law to Include Vapes, E-Cigs

According to Reuters, the ministers expressed concerns over the fragmented approach to taxing e-cigarettes, vapes and other novel tobacco products.
For detail: tovima.com
Published Dec 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rutgers.edu

Why the FDA Should Move Fast to Regulate Nicotine Pouches

Rutgers Health experts issue a call to action for the FDA to grant marketing orders for nicotine pouch products that meet its standards faster than it had e-cigarettes In a commentary published in JAMA, experts at the Rutgers Institute for Nicotine & Tobacco Studies have issued a call to action to head off the proliferation of nicotine pouches based on lessons learned from electronic-cigarette regulation.
For detail: rutgers.edu
Published Dec 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

EU countries want vaping included in bloc's tobacco tax law

BRUSSELS, Dec 9 (Reuters) - Sixteen EU countries asked the European Commission on Monday to propose a new law in the coming months on taxing tobacco in the bloc to include new products such as electronic cigarettes - vapes - which are not covered under the existing legislation.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Dec 09, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: indiatoday.in

Why do smokers have the urge to smoke after every meal?

The urge to smoke after a meal is a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors, often providing temporary satisfaction but with severe long-term health consequences.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published Dec 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dtnext.in

Despite ban, e-cigarettes and vapes being delivered at doorstep in TN

CHENNAI: E-cigarettes, though banned in Tamil Nadu, are just a tap away as now they are available through direct deliveries to one’s home.
For detail: dtnext.in
Published Dec 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: academic.oup.com

Vaping-specific nicotine dependence across days among a national sample of US young adults who vape

Vaping has increased among young adults (YAs), and nicotine dependence prevalence has increased among YAs who vape (YAV), in the U.S.
For detail: academic.oup.com
Published Dec 08, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

FDA Warns Retailers for Illegal Sales

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued warning letters to 115 brick-and-mortar retailers for selling unauthorized vaping products.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Dec 07, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: presidentialprayerteam.org

Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Flavored E-Cig Regulations

The Supreme Court heard arguments this week on the regulation of flavored e-cigarettes, reviewing allegations that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inconsistently processed product applications submitted by two e-cigarette companies.
For detail: presidentialprayerteam.org
Published Dec 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wytv.com

Vaping can cause an increase in chances of heart failure

Or maybe you’ve switched to vaping. That’s somehow better, isn’t it? Let’s find out from a cardiologist.
For detail: wytv.com
Published Dec 06, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Call for nominations for the WHO World No Tobacco Day 2025 awards

Every year on 31 May WHO celebrates World No Tobacco Day (WNTD). The annual campaign aims to raise awareness on the harmful and deadly effects of tobacco use and second-hand smoke exposure, and to discourage the use of tobacco in any form.
For detail: who.int
Published Dec 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tctmd.com

Smokeless Oral Nicotine: Many Unknowns, Potential Risks to CV Health

Smokeless oral nicotine products are skyrocketing in popularity but just like cigarettes and other tobacco products, they are addictive and can carry cardiovascular risks, cautions a new policy statement from the American Heart Association (AHA).
For detail: tctmd.com
Published Dec 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nature.com

Impact of electronic cigarette vaping on the cardiovascular function in young and old rats

While the acute exposure to electronic cigarette (E-cig) vapor has been associated with an increase in blood pressure, the chronic effect of E-cig vapor on blood pressure compared to standard cigarette smoke has not been extensively studied.
For detail: nature.com
Published Dec 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: irwinmitchell.com

Creating Increased Suicide Risk

Mental health patients are being put at unnecessary increased risk of suicide because of NHS policy banning smoking in hospital grounds, a concerned coroner’s report has found.
For detail: irwinmitchell.com
Published Dec 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bangkokpost.com

Health advocates denounce e-cigarette legalisation plans

Seized e-cigarettes and related products worth a total of 72 million baht are displayed by the Customs Department before being destroyed on Feb 25, 2023.
For detail: bangkokpost.com
Published Dec 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: aol.com

Cigarette Taxes and Regulations Continue To Fuel a Thriving Black Market

If you want to create a black market in a perfectly legal product, just make regulations and taxes so onerous that many people prefer to buy from illegal vendors to escape being hassled and mugged by the powers that be.
For detail: aol.com
Published Dec 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wpri.com

2 business owners sue RI for looming flavored e-cigarette ban

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Two Rhode Island businesses are challenging the impending statewide ban preventing them from selling flavored electronic nicotine-delivery systems (ENDS), more commonly known as e-cigarettes and vapes.
For detail: wpri.com
Published Dec 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Spain: Smoking Drops to Record Low

Smoking rates in Spain have dropped to a record low, reports Euro Weekly News. In 2024, 25.84 percent of the population smoked, down from 33.1 percent in 2022.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Dec 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: theatlantic.com

The Allure of Smoking Rises Again

This is an edition of Time-Travel Thursdays, a journey through The Atlantic’s archives to contextualize the present and surface delightful treasures.
For detail: theatlantic.com
Published Dec 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: teaonews.co.nz

Free vape samples coincide with vaping increase

Electronic cigarettes heat a liquid to produce a vapour that people inhale, with some liquids including nicotine.
For detail: teaonews.co.nz
Published Dec 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rstreet.org

Vaping goes to the Supreme Court

Share via Email: Vaping%20goes%20to%20the%20Supreme%20Court This past week, the Supreme Court held oral arguments in the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) v.
For detail: rstreet.org
Published Dec 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Free vape samples coincide with vaping increase

New figures revealed young adults bump up vaping statistics and Māori remain the highest overall population in New Zealand.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Dec 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nursinginpractice.com

Vaping while smoking is unlikely to help users quit

People who smoke both vapes and cigarettes are less likely to quit smoking compared to people who use only cigarettes or only vapes, according to a new study published in ERJ Open Research.
For detail: nursinginpractice.com
Published Dec 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: mackinac.org

Film subsidies encourage youth smoking and cancer

Lansing politicians want to bring film production subsidies back to Michigan.
For detail: mackinac.org
Published Dec 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: khaleejtimes.com

Vaping while still smoking unlikely to help quitters: Study

People who vape while still smoking cigarettes are less likely to successfully quit than those who only do one or the other, a new study said on Wednesday.
For detail: khaleejtimes.com
Published Dec 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: abs-cbn.com

Vaping while still smoking unlikely to help quitters: study

An individual is photographed vaping an electronic cigarette in Quezon City on May 31, 2024. Maria Tan, ABS-CBN News/FileAn individual is photographed vaping an electronic cigarette in Quezon City on May 31, 2024.
For detail: abs-cbn.com
Published Dec 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: uct.ac.za

Brewing vaping crisis among high school pupils

Alarm bells are ringing as nearly 30% of Grade 12 learners reported active use of vaping in a groundbreaking study led by the University of Cape Town (UCT), from a pool of 25 000 pupils across 52 schools, published in The Lancet EClinicalMedicine.
For detail: uct.ac.za
Published Dec 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: techexplorist.com

People who use both vapes and cigarettes are less likely to quit

People who use both vapes and cigarettes are less likely to quit compared to those who smoke or vape exclusively, according to a new study.
For detail: techexplorist.com
Published Dec 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: reuters.com

Mexico's lower house passes constitutional ban on e-cigarettes, vapes

E-cigarette products are displayed at a store in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico January 28, 2019. REUTERS/Jose Luis Gonzalez/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights, opens new tab MEXICO CITY, Dec 3 (Reuters) - Mexican lower house lawmakers on Tuesday overwhelmingly passed a proposal to alter the constitution to include a ban on e-cigarettes and vaping devices as well as a crackdown on synthetic drugs such as fentanyl.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Dec 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: reason.com

A Change in Administrations Underlines the Stakes of an E-Cigarette Case SCOTUS Heard This Week

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has never approved nicotine vaping products in flavors other than tobacco or menthol and probably never will unless it reconsiders the approach it has taken in recent years.
For detail: reason.com
Published Dec 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: passionateinmarketing.com

Shalini Yadav calls for urgent action against the rising danger of vaping and e-cigarettes causing harm to children

New Delhi (December 04, 2024): Shalini Yadav, social worker and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader from Uttar Pradesh, has raised the concern of the increasing prevalence of e-cigarettes and heat-not-burn (HNB) products among children and youth in India.
For detail: passionateinmarketing.com
Published Dec 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ktvl.com

Fact Check Team: FDA faces legal battle over flavored vaping rules

WASHINGTON (TNND) — The Supreme Court heard arguments Monday in a case brought by the e-cigarette industry challenging the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) rules against flavored vaping products.
For detail: ktvl.com
Published Dec 04, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bournemouth.ac.uk

Talbot Campus is a smoke and vape free campus

Following the smoke-free campus pilot, Talbot Campus is now permanently a smoke and vape free campus.
For detail: bournemouth.ac.uk
Published Dec 04, 2024
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]

Source: allafrica.com

Africa Urged to Pursue Home-Grown Tobacco Harm Reduction Regulation

Data from Statista, a data-gathering platform, projects that the prevalence of tobacco smoking among adults living on the African continent will decline from 14.5% in 2000 to 7.4% in 2025.
For detail: allafrica.com
Published Dec 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wxyz.com

What you need to know about vaping as US Supreme Court hears case regarding FDA ban on youth-friendly flavors

(WXYZ) — In today’s Health Alert, the U.S. Supreme Court is looking into whether the FDA unlawfully blocked sweet and candy-flavored nicotine products.
For detail: wxyz.com
Published Dec 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vox.com

The Supreme Court seems likely to reverse a ridiculous decision about vaping

On Monday, the Supreme Court held an ostentatiously normal oral argument in a high-stakes case about vaping.
For detail: vox.com
Published Dec 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tovima.com

EU Health Ministers Agree to Ban Outdoor Smoking and Vaping

Greece abstained from the vote to extend antismoking rules to outdoor areas citing concerns about scientific data and effectiveness.
For detail: tovima.com
Published Dec 03, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: them.us

The LGBTQ+ Population Is More Than Twice As Likely to Vape, New Report Finds

LGBTQ+ people are far more orally fixated — on vaping, that is — than straight people, according to a new report.
For detail: them.us
Published Dec 03, 2024
[PTC E-Cigarette]

Source: politico.com

SCOTUS appears to lean toward FDA in e-cig case

The high court heard oral arguments on Monday from Texas-based Triton Distribution, which asked the court to affirm a lower court’s ruling that the agency reconsider its applications to sell flavored liquids containing nicotine that e-cigarettes heat for a user to inhale.
For detail: politico.com
Published Dec 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Dual use of vapes and cigarettes hinders smoking cessation

People who use both vapes and cigarettes are less likely to quit compared to people who only smoke or only vape, according to a study published today (Wednesday) in ERJ Open Research.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Dec 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: mynbc15.com

Supreme Court justices skeptical of FDA vaping crackdown as teen e-cigarette use declines

WASHINGTON (AP) — A majority of Supreme Court justices didn't seem convinced Monday that federal regulators misled companies as they refused to allow them to sell sweet flavored vaping products following a surge in teen e-cigarette use.
For detail: mynbc15.com
Published Dec 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medpagetoday.com

Supreme Court Doesn't Seem Convinced FDA Was Unfair in Blocking Flavored Vapes

A majority of Supreme Court justices didn't seem convinced Monday that federal regulators misled companies before refusing to allow them to sell sweet-flavored vapingopens in a new tab or window products following a surge in teen e-cigarette use.
For detail: medpagetoday.com
Published Dec 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: globenewswire.com

Achieve Life Sciences to Advance First Vaping Cessation Therapy After Successful End-of-Phase 2 Meeting with FDA

SEATTLE and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Achieve Life Sciences, Inc.
For detail: globenewswire.com
Published Dec 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: france24.com

EU countries push for outdoor smoking and vaping bans

Brussels (Belgium) (AFP) – EU countries agreed Tuesday on a push for stricter anti-smoking rules, backing bans on smoking and vaping in many outdoor areas including playgrounds and cafe patios.
For detail: france24.com
Published Dec 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: downtoearth.org.in

Tobacco harm reduction will save 600,000 lives in Nigeria and Kenya by 2060: Report

Adopting a forward-thinking strategy towards tobacco harm reduction (THR) products in Nigeria and Kenya could save 600,000 lives by the year 2060, research by global public health experts have shown.
For detail: downtoearth.org.in
Published Dec 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businesstoday.in

Different tax treatment for sin goods like cigarettes, tobacco, and pan masala under consideration

Sin goods under GST include products considered harmful or undesirable, often taxed to discourage consumption or increase revenue.
For detail: businesstoday.in
Published Dec 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: apnews.com

Supreme Court doesn’t seem convinced FDA was unfair in blocking flavored vapes as teen use increased

WASHINGTON (AP) — A majority of Supreme Court justices didn’t seem convinced Monday that federal regulators misled companies before refusing to allow them to sell sweet-flavored vaping products following a surge in teen e-cigarette use.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Dec 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc7news.com

Supreme Court divided over FDA block on kid-friendly flavored vapes

WASHINGTON -- The Supreme Court on Monday was divided over whether the Food and Drug Administration had unlawfully rejected millions of flavored e-cigarettes for approved sale in U.S.
For detail: abc7news.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: yorkshirepost.co.uk

More than £10,000 of counterfeit tobacco found in locked outbuilding near shop

Over £11,000 worth of counterfeit tobacco was found in a locked outbuilding linked to a nearby corner shop by a sophisticated CCTV system.
For detail: yorkshirepost.co.uk
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wgbh.org

FDA battles vaping industry at the Supreme Court

If you don’t know much about vaping, be assured that teenagers do.
For detail: wgbh.org
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: usatoday.com

E-cigarette makers hope Supreme Court will give Trump a chance to greenlight flavored vapes

WASHINGTON − Makers of e-cigarettes tried to persuade the Supreme Court on Monday to order a new evaluation of their vaping products in hopes the incoming Trump administration will reverse restrictions on flavors like “Jimmy the Juice Man Peachy Strawberry” and “Suicide Bunny Mother's Milk and Cookies.
For detail: usatoday.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Smoke-Free Resolution Rejected

The European Parliament rejected a resolution that would have equated vaping with smoking in outdoor spaces, according to the World Vapers’ Alliance (WVA).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Vietnam to Ban Vapes Next Year

On Nov. 30, the country’s National Assembly approved a measure to prohibit the production, sale, import, storage, transportation and use of e-cigarettes starting in 2025.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

At the Turning Point

For years, Belarus has been under scrutiny for its alleged distribution of illegal counterfeit cigarettes, a practice that is now under severe pressure in the current political landscape.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

At the Turning Point

For years, Belarus has been under scrutiny for its alleged distribution of illegal counterfeit cigarettes, a practice that is now under severe pressure in the current political landscape.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theconversation.com

How big tobacco firms are using e-cigarettes to try to improve their image

The global tobacco industry is still big business, worth around £730 billion a year. This may seem strange for a product known to have caused more than 200 million deaths in the last 30 years.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scotusblog.com

Justices hear FDA case on flavored vapes

Earlier this year, HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra applauded the FDA’s efforts to combat marketing aimed at kids in his announcement that youth e-cigarette use had reached a decade low.
For detail: scotusblog.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: rollcall.com

Supreme Court sounds ready to back FDA’s e-cigarette rejection

The Supreme Court appeared ready Monday to side with the Biden administration’s decision to keep certain flavored e-cigarettes off the market, as the justices explored the Food and Drug Administration’s approval process.
For detail: rollcall.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: politico.com

Supreme Court appears skeptical of vaping firm’s challenge to FDA

The Supreme Court appeared unsympathetic Monday to a challenge from the maker of flavored e-cigarette products to an FDA decision denying authorization to bring them to market.
For detail: politico.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pna.gov.ph

Laoag City urges more farmers to plant tobacco

ALTERNATIVE INCOME SOURCE. Tobacco plants are seen in this undated photo. The Laoag City government, among others in Ilocos Norte, is encouraging farmers to plant Virginia tobacco by providing farm inputs like water pumps, irrigation hoses, shedder machines, and hand tractors, as well as fuel subsidies.
For detail: pna.gov.ph
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nytimes.com

Supreme Court Hears Case on Flavored Vapes Popular With Teenagers

The question for the justices was whether the Food and Drug Administration had acted lawfully in rejecting applications from makers of flavored liquids used in e-cigarettes.
For detail: nytimes.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: npr.org

At Supreme Court, vaping may be frowned upon, but that could change with Trump

The Supreme Court heard arguments on the FDA's refusal to approve flavored e-cigarettes over public health concerns.
For detail: npr.org
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: npr.org

FDA battles vaping industry at the Supreme Court

At issue in the case before the Supreme Court Monday is the manner in which the FDA regulates e-cigarettes.
For detail: npr.org
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nbcchicago.com

Doctor warns of ‘youth vape epidemic' as FDA battles vaping industry

The Supreme Court on Monday heard arguments in a battle between the Federal Drug Administration and two vape manufacturers regarding whether the FDA unlawfully refused to approve flavored e-cigarettes over public health concerns.
For detail: nbcchicago.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: mmm-online.com

Supreme Court leans toward FDA in oral arguments of landmark vaping case

In the ongoing case, vaping companies argue that the FDA was “arbitrary and capricious” in rejecting applications for flavored products.
For detail: mmm-online.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: midmichigannow.com

Supreme Court justices skeptical of FDA vaping crackdown as teen e-cigarette use declines

WASHINGTON (AP) — A majority of Supreme Court justices didn't seem convinced Monday that federal regulators misled companies as they refused to allow them to sell sweet flavored vaping products following a surge in teen e-cigarette use.
For detail: midmichigannow.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: fastcompany.com

SCOTUS to decide: Should candy-flavored vapes stay on shelves?

The FDA blocked more than a million applications for vapes. Now the Supreme Court has to decide if FDA actions were too restrictive or unlawful.
For detail: fastcompany.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: edweek.org

How a Supreme Court Case on Vaping Stands to Impact Schools

A high school principal displays vaping devices that were confiscated from students in such places as restrooms or hallways at a school in Massachusetts on April 10, 2018.
For detail: edweek.org
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: edition.cnn.com

Supreme Court wrestles with FDA’s attempt to curb access to flavored vapes

The Supreme Court on Monday pressed the Food and Drug Administration on whether it followed the law in its effort to keep flavored e-cigarettes off shelves, weighing a lawsuit from a multibillion-dollar industry that has come under scrutiny because its products are popular with school-aged children.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: aol.com

Teen vaping hits a decade-low. Could Supreme Court review of flavored vapes reverse this?

WASHINGTON −Six years after teen vaping was declared an epidemic, the use of e-cigarettes by young people has declined to its lowest level in a decade.
For detail: aol.com
Published Dec 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: 977wmoi.com

Tobacco Ordinance in Monmouth Raised to 21 Years of Age

The tobacco ordinance in the City of Monmouth has been changed to correlate with the State of Illinois, explains Monmouth Police Chief Joe Switzer: “We brought the city ordinance up to date as far as the age of persons being able to possess tobacco, which is 21.
For detail: 977wmoi.com
Published Dec 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: timeslive.co.za

Vaping in high schools sky high with addiction rampant

From World War 1 to present-day cosmopolitan South Africa and beyond, the Sunday Times has been a pillar in covering the stories that matter to you.
For detail: timeslive.co.za
Published Dec 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: times.co.nz

Pupils urge PM to change vaping laws

School pupils Abby Rothery, Flynn Rowson and Indie Peters made a large model of a vape as part of their end-of-year 8 project.
For detail: times.co.nz
Published Dec 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thekashmirhorizon.com

Anti- Tobacco awareness campaign conjoined with Cricket tournament at Dudu

The campaign, led by Sub-Divisional Magistrate Dudu, aimed to spread awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco and narcotic drugs.
For detail: thekashmirhorizon.com
Published Dec 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: shiawaves.com

Massachusetts lawmakers to propose comprehensive tobacco ban

Lawmakers in Boston, Massachusetts, are set to propose legislation banning all tobacco products, joining California’s efforts to prevent tobacco sales to anyone born after 2007.
For detail: shiawaves.com
Published Dec 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pna.gov.ph

Vietnam bans vaping, heated tobacco products

ISTANBUL – Vietnam has taken a decisive step to safeguard public health by banning vaping and heated tobacco products, a move welcomed by global health leaders.
For detail: pna.gov.ph
Published Dec 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Aussie's horrifying revelation after 'googling' vape: 'Tell me why'

Social media personality Cassie made a horrifying discovery about her favourite brand of vape this week.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Dec 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kdvr.com

Denver City Council revisits ban on flavored nicotine products after 2021 mayoral veto

DENVER (KDVR) — Denver City Council is once again eyeing a flavored nicotine ban, which supporters say would protect children in the metro area, according to council documents.
For detail: kdvr.com
Published Dec 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: eastleighvoice.co.ke

Tackling Tobacco: Experts push for harm reduction strategies for smokers battling addiction

Dr. Vivian Manyeki, a representative from Kenya address participants on the future of Africa in harm reduction during the Harm Reduction Exchange 2024 Forum held in Nairobi on November 27, 2024.
For detail: eastleighvoice.co.ke

News Excerpts of November-2024

Published Nov 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: yahoo.com

Litterer caught dropping cigarette

’It is just a bit bizarre,’ says Natalie Walton over being fined for littering when she lived 160 miles away from the scene of the offence - SWNS A council fined a non-smoker for dropping a cigarette in a village before bungling officials realised she lived more than 160 miles away.
For detail: yahoo.com
Published Nov 30, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: vietnamnet.vn

Vietnam to enforce nationwide e-cigarette ban starting 2025

The National Assembly has approved a sweeping ban on e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products, effective from 2025, as part of its broader public health and safety initiatives.
For detail: vietnamnet.vn
Published Nov 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ndtv.com

UK Woman Fined For Littering Cigarette In Village She Hadn't Visited For Decades

Natalie Walton claimed that she could not have been the accused as she is a non-smoker and has not visited the place where the offence took place.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Nov 30, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: e.vnexpress.net

Vietnam to ban e-cigarettes starting 2025

The NA requested the government to carry out the ban, as well as improving people's awareness, especially young people, on the harmful impacts of e-cigarettes.
For detail: e.vnexpress.net
Published Nov 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: calgaryherald.com

Opinion: Tobacco settlement is far from perfect; $1B fund should not be used for more research

It has been more than 25 years since the first of 10 Canadian provinces filed a lawsuit against three major tobacco companies for harms incurred by Canadians from smoking.
For detail: calgaryherald.com
Published Nov 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Shop licence revoked over illegal tobacco sales

A corner shop has been stripped of its licence after £11,000 worth of counterfeit tobacco was found in a nearby locked outbuilding.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Nov 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Bid to stop smoking at junior football matches

The aim is to make football matches healthier for everyone Spectators at youth football matches in Herefordshire are being asked not to smoke while watching games.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Nov 30, 2024
[Fake Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Illegal vapes found behind fake wall in shop

Durham County Council The outside of the Quick Pick Store which has a bright yellow front. The words 'vapes, drinks, sweets, crisps and tobacco products' is written above the door.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Nov 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: aa.com.tr

Vietnam bans vaping, heated tobacco products

Vietnam has taken a decisive step to safeguard public health by banning vaping and heated tobacco products, a move welcomed by global health leaders.
For detail: aa.com.tr
Published Nov 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wowt.com

Supreme Court to hear arguments in case over FDA denials of flavored vapes

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - On Monday, the Supreme Court will hear arguments in a case that challenges the Food and Drug Administration’s decision to deny applications for new flavored vaping products.
For detail: wowt.com
Published Nov 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wbbjtv.com

Vaping risks: Study reveals new health concerns

Scientists now say that vaping affects blood vessels within minutes, even including nicotine-free vapes.
For detail: wbbjtv.com
Published Nov 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: warwickshireworld.com

Trusts team up to help smokers quit the habit

An estimated 11 per cent of over-18s in Coventry and Warwickshire currently smoke, although this figure varies across districts, boroughs and different population groups.
For detail: warwickshireworld.com
Published Nov 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scotusblog.com

Supreme Court to hear dispute over FDA rejection of flavored vapes

The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on Monday in a dispute over the Food and Drug Administration’s rejection of two companies’ applications to sell flavored liquids for use in e-cigarettes.
For detail: scotusblog.com
Published Nov 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: reuters.com

Flavored vape products dispute goes before US Supreme Court

WASHINGTON, Nov 29 (Reuters) - A dispute over the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's refusal to let two e-cigarette companies sell flavored vape products due to their health risk to youths goes before the U.S.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Nov 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kalingatv.com

Brain-swelling bug: how sharing a vape almost killed a teen, read details

A night out with friends took a near-fatal turn for an 18-year-old girl identified as, Sian, after she shared a vape with her friends, contracting a severe brain-swelling infection.
For detail: kalingatv.com
Published Nov 29, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: juve-patent.com

Half-time in the e-cigarette battle between NJOY and Juul Labs

The parties in the battle over vaporizer patents have reached a tie after four rulings by the Paris central division.
For detail: juve-patent.com
Published Nov 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: itv.com

Vape shop in Reading forced to shut after it continued to sell illegal products

An investigation found the 'Vape Shop' was a front for selling illegal tobacco and illegal vape pens. Trading Standards says it had received reports from local parents and residents that children as young as 13 were getting products there.
For detail: itv.com
Published Nov 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: grocerygazette.co.uk

Vape company likely buyer of Typhoo Tea as it enters administration

A vape manufacturer has emerged as the likely buyer of the UK’s oldest tea brand Typhoo Tea, after it entered into administration this week.
For detail: grocerygazette.co.uk
Published Nov 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: evrimagaci.org

Supreme Court To Rule On FDA Flavored Vape Denials

The U.S. Supreme Court is gearing up for significant proceedings as it prepares to hear arguments related to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) decision to deny applications for flavored vape products.
For detail: evrimagaci.org
Published Nov 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: eastbaytimes.com

Regulators cracked down on sweet vapes after use by kids spiked. Now the Supreme Court is wading in.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Vaping is coming before the Supreme Court next week as federal regulators ask the high court to uphold its block on sweet, flavored products following a spike in youth e-cigarette use.
For detail: eastbaytimes.com
Published Nov 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: apnews.com

Massachusetts lawmakers push for an effort to ban all tobacco sales over time

BOSTON (AP) — A handful of Massachusetts lawmakers are hoping to persuade their colleagues to support a proposal that would make the state the first to adopt a ban meant to eliminate the use of tobacco products over time.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Nov 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: abcactionnews.com

Vaping immediately affects vascular health and oxygen levels, study shows, even without nicotine

(CNN) — Vaping has an immediate effect on how well the user’s blood vessels work, even if the e-cigarette doesn’t contain nicotine, according to new research.
For detail: abcactionnews.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: zawya.com

Qatar: Cabinet approves decision on importing, trading, storing tobacco, cigarettes

Doha, Qatar: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al Thani chaired the Cabinet's regular meeting held at its seat at the Amiri Diwan on Wednesday afternoon.
For detail: zawya.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: westerngazette.ca

Editorial: Flavoured vapes should be banned

The Canadian federal government is in the process of a nationwide ban on “desirable” vape flavours due to an alarming rise in teen vaping — and we believe it’s the right choice.
For detail: westerngazette.ca
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

IQOS Marks 10th Anniversary

Philip Morris International marked the 10th anniversary of the introduction of its IQOS tobacco heating product. Tobacco harm reduction advocates credit the availability of heated tobacco products such as IQOS with lowering rates of traditional smoking.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Nicotine]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Korea Seeks to Restrict Synthetic Nicotine

South Korea is working to restrict the use of synthetic nicotine e-cigarettes, reports The Korea Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: talkingretail.com

Vaping retailer warns flavour ban could drive smokers back to cigarettes

Measures being proposed include a total ban on vape advertising and sponsorship, with a possible ban on the sale of sweet vape flavours, subject to consultation.
For detail: talkingretail.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: silive.com

Staten Island teens take part in training to become ambassadors in vaping prevention

Richmond University Medical Center recently hosted dozens of students for a Staten Island Vaping Prevention Ambassador Training event.
For detail: silive.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scitechdaily.com

Vaping Isn’t Safe: Scientists Uncover Alarming Vascular Risks

Researchers found that both cigarette and e-cigarette use significantly reduces vascular function, even in the absence of nicotine, with nicotine-containing vapes causing the most pronounced effects.
For detail: scitechdaily.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: newsukraine.rbc.ua

Doctor reveals how to quit smoking for good

Doctor reveals how to quit smoking for goodPhoto: How to quit smoking fo good (freepik.
For detail: newsukraine.rbc.ua
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: mensjournal.com

Vaping May Impact This Key Health Stat as Much as Cigarettes, New Study Shows

While many people believe e-cigarettes to be less harmful than cigarette smoking, new research from the University of Pennsylvania reports vaping may be just as detrimental to vascular function and overall health as regular cigarettes.
For detail: mensjournal.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: letsrecycle.com

FOI reveals no vape fines issued since 2022

A Freedom of Information Request (FOI) to the Environment Agency (EA) has revealed that zero vaping businesses were fined or prosecuted between 2022 and May 2024 for failing to meet their WEEE responsibilities.
For detail: letsrecycle.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: lakelandtoday.ca

Regulators cracked down on sweet vapes after use by kids spiked. Now the Supreme Court is wading in.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Vaping is coming before the Supreme Court next week as federal regulators ask the high court to uphold its block on sweet, flavored products following a spike in youth e-cigarette use.
For detail: lakelandtoday.ca
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: kathimerini.com.cy

Cypriot teens top Europe in vaping

According to a report by Hector Georgiou, a recent ESPAD survey showed that Cypriot teenagers are among the top users of e-cigarettes in Europe.
For detail: kathimerini.com.cy
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthcareleadernews.com

Tobacco and Vapes Bill passes first vote

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill has passed its first vote in the House of Commons with a large majority.
For detail: healthcareleadernews.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: forbes.com

U.K.’s Phased Smoking Ban Moves Closer To Law

Detail of a man holding a smoking cigarette in his hand. A smoking ban that would prevent young people from ever legally buying cigarettes has passed its first legislative hurdle in the U.K.
For detail: forbes.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: evrimagaci.org

Tobacco Harm Reduction Can Save Hundreds Of Thousands Of Lives

More than 400,000 Nigerian lives could be saved if policymakers adopt a progressive approach to tobacco harm reduction (THR), according to landmark research by leading international health experts.
For detail: evrimagaci.org
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: euronews.com

Smoking ban resolution strongly rejected by EU Parliament

The European Parliament voted against the resolution on the Commission’s recommendations for smoke-free environments.
For detail: euronews.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: euronews.com

Here are the best and worst European countries for smoke-free homes

Seven out of ten homes in Europe are smoke-free, according to a survey. - Copyright Canva A new survey of more than 11,700 people in 12 European countries reveals the best and the worst countries when it comes to smoking at home.
For detail: euronews.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: digitalgoa.com

Russian booked for trying to carry e-cigarette on flight at Mopa Airport

Nov 27 – Mopa Airport Police station this morning registered a complaint against a Russian national for trying to carry an e-cigarette inside the flight this morning.
For detail: digitalgoa.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: delta-optimist.com

Massachusetts lawmakers push for an effort to ban all tobacco sales over time

BOSTON (AP) — A handful of Massachusetts lawmakers are hoping to persuade their colleagues to support a proposal that would make the state the first to adopt a ban meant to eliminate the use of tobacco products over time.
For detail: delta-optimist.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: capitalfm.co.ke

Kenya Urged to Adopt Sweden’s Approach to Reducing Tobacco-Related Deaths

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 28 – Kenya is being urged to adopt Sweden’s Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) approach to reduce the prevalence of active tobacco smokers and consequently decrease the number of tobacco-related deaths.
For detail: capitalfm.co.ke
Published Nov 28, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: capitalfm.co.ke

African public health experts call for science-led tobacco regulation

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 28 – Public health experts across Africa are urging the adoption of science-led approaches in tobacco regulation and policy development to better support harm reduction efforts and improve public health outcomes.
For detail: capitalfm.co.ke
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com

A global prevalence of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) use among students: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 4,189,145 subjects

The use of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), including e-cigarettes, vape pens, hookah pens, e-cigars, and e-pipes, has grown in popularity worldwide, particularly among young individuals.
For detail: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Illegal vapes and tobacco worth £75k are seized

In total, 11,480 cigarettes, 2.3kg of tobacco and 998 vaping devices were confiscated from the shops with a total value of £77,260.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: apnews.com

Regulators cracked down on sweet vapes after use by kids spiked. Now the Supreme Court is wading in

WASHINGTON (AP) — Vaping is coming before the Supreme Court next week as federal regulators ask the high court to uphold its block on sweet, flavored products following a spike in youth e-cigarette use.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Nov 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ama.com.au

Allies of tobacco industry exposed

The AMA and the Australian Council of Smoking and Health announced the recipients of the 2024 Dirty Ashtray and Exploding Vape Awards this week.
For detail: ama.com.au
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Smoking Ban]

Source: youtube.com

UK set to be first country in world to entirely ban smoking

MPs in the House of Commons have voted to pass the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, putting the UK on course to be the first country in the world to entirely ban smoking.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

British lawmakers vote in favor of strict anti-smoking rules

British lawmakers voted overwhelmingly in favor of plans to introduce some of the world's strictest anti-smoking rules, giving the green light for the bill to progress to the next parliamentary stage.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

UK Generational Smoking Ban Clears First Hurdle

A landmark bill in the United Kingdom to ban its younger generation from smoking has cleared its first hurdle in the House of Commons.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 27, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Korea Expands E-cigarette-Only Lounges

South Korea is expanding the number of vaping-only lounges to accommodate the growing popularity of e-cigarettes, reports Korea Bizwire.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

Kyrgyzstan Adopts New Measures to Protect Young People from E-cigarette Epidemic

Washington, D.C. – The president of the Kyrgyz Republic signed into law new measures that will protect millions of young people from addiction to tobacco and nicotine.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theconversation.com

Researchers of tobacco, alcohol and ultra-processed foods face threats and intimidation

Karen Evans-Reeves, Britta Matthes, University of Bath Karen Evans-Reeves received funding for this work by the Global Public Health Institution Vital Strategies, New York,USA.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: reuters.com

British lawmakers vote in favour of strict anti-smoking rules

LONDON, Nov 26 (Reuters) - British lawmakers voted overwhelmingly on Tuesday in favour of plans to introduce some of the world's strictest anti-smoking rules, giving the green light for the bill to progress to the next parliamentary stage.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: psychologytoday.com

Vaping vs Smoking: What are the Actual Health Differences?

This past fall I was at my son’s little league baseball game; a group of 7–8-year-olds, surrounded by parents and grandparents cheering them on.
For detail: psychologytoday.com
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: prnewswire.com

New Global State of Tobacco Harm Reduction Report Shows Way To Drive Down Tobacco-Related Deaths

The Global State of Tobacco Harm Reduction 2024: A Situation Report (GSTHR 2024), from UK-based public health agency Knowledge•Action•Change, shows there is strong evidence for an association between the rise in the use of safer nicotine products (SNP) and a corresponding decrease in smoking prevalence in a number of countries across the world.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

IQWiG evaluates smoking cessation drugs for severe tobacco dependence treatment

By law, smokers with severe tobacco dependence are entitled to receive one-off drug therapy for smoking cessation as part of evidence-based programs reimbursed by the German statutory health insurance (SHI).
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Survey: Seven out of ten European homes are now smoke-free

Seven out of ten homes in Europe are smoke-free, according to a major survey published today (Thursday) in ERJ Open Research.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Nov 27, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: newsdrum.in

Russian national found carrying e-cigarette at Goa airport; case filed

Ghaziabad (UP): In a miraculous turn of events, a seven-year-old boy who was kidnapped from Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad district more than 30 years ago has reunited with his family.
For detail: newsdrum.in
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: msn.com

Regulatory delays impacting tobacco harm reduction efforts in SA

The uptake of smoke-free nicotine products is improving across Africa although regional policy positions in some countries such as South Africa are holding back speedy impacts in harm reduction associated with tobacco products.
For detail: msn.com
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: environewsnigeria.com

Tobacco harm reduction strategy ‘will save 416,000 Nigerian lives’

More than 400,000 Nigerian lives could be saved if policymakers adopt a progressive approach to tobacco harm reduction (THR), according to landmark research by leading international health experts.
For detail: environewsnigeria.com
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: csnews.com

Convenience Stores Find Opportunity in Oral Nicotine

Goldman Sachs reports that retailers are allocating the most incremental space on the backbar this year to oral nicotine pouch brands, increasing it by 4.9% on average as of the second quarter of 2024. Top brands include ZYN, on!, Velo, Rogue and ZoneX.
For detail: csnews.com
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: chinadaily.com.cn

UK hoping proposed law creates smoke-free generation

The United Kingdom Parliament voted through a landmark anti-smoking legislation on Tuesday that would implement some of the world's most stringent tobacco controls, including a ban preventing younger generations from buying cigarettes.
For detail: chinadaily.com.cn
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bukvy.org

Ukrainian MPs committee approves higher excise tax for cigarettes

Taxes in Ukraine will see considerable increase next year and cigarette prices are puffing along. Starting January 2025, they will rise by 40 hryvnias, according MP Yaroslav Zhelezniak.
For detail: bukvy.org
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Illicit tobacco and cigarettes worth £30k seized

Lancashire Police Illicit cigarettes and tobacco products are displayed in several taped-up clear plastic bagsLancashire Police Thousands of illicit tobacco products have been seized from two shops in Blackpool Illicit tobacco and thousands of cigarettes with a combined retail value of more than £30,000 have been seized.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

MPs back plans for phased smoking ban

The idea was originally proposed by Rishi Sunak's Conservative government but was taken forward by Labour after previous legislation ran out of time to pass before July's general election.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Nov 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

New Queensland tobacco laws enforced for first time on 'unlicensed' retailers

Stores allegedly selling illegal tobacco have been shut down by authorities in Bundaberg. (ABC Wide Bay: Johanna Marie) Three Bundaberg tobacconists have been shut down for 72 hours under Queensland's new closure powers.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wvpe.org

Tobacco ads, targeting youth, hidden in plain sight

In Saint Joseph County, the growing issue of tobacco use among young people remains a significant concern.
For detail: wvpe.org
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: trendhunter.com

A Clinical Hypnotherapist Created the Nic Free Program

The Nic Free Program introduces a multi-faceted approach to nicotine addiction, combining behavioral techniques with hypnotherapy to address both the physical and psychological aspects of smoking cessation.
For detail: trendhunter.com
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Smoking Warning]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Supreme Court Won’t Hear Graphic Warning Challenge

The U.S. Supreme Court won’t hear a challenge to a federal requirement that cigarette packages and advertising include graphic images demonstrating the effects of smoking.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

European Lawmakers to Vote on Outdoor Smoking Restrictions

Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) will vote on a draft resolution on smoke-free and aerosol-free environments this week, according to Euractiv.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

Kenya Supreme Court Upholds Strong Tobacco Control Law, Dismisses Frivolous Lawsuit

Washington, D.C. – The Kenyan Supreme Court has delivered yet another decisive blow to opponents of proven tobacco control policies – including tobacco giant British American Tobacco - who have for years sought to derail strong tobacco control laws in Kenya.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: straitstimes.com

South Korean Bill proposed to mandate anti-smoking warnings on e-cigarettes

The usage rate of e-cigarettes among youth in grades seven to 12 in South Korea increased from 2.7 per cent in 2018 to 3.1 per cent in 2023.
For detail: straitstimes.com
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nhsconfed.org

MPs voting on Tobacco and Vapes Bill another 'important step' towards reducing impact of smoking

Responding to the Tobacco and Vapes Bill returning to Parliament on Tuesday Dr Layla McCay, director of policy at the NHS Confederation, said: “This marks another important step towards reducing the huge impact of smoking on people’s health and society.
For detail: nhsconfed.org
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newswise.com

Rutgers Tobacco & Nicotine Expert Available to Discuss Supreme Court Order on Graphic Cigarette Warnings

Journalists writing about the topic can use any or all of the following quote or email to schedule an interview.
For detail: newswise.com
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.cancerresearchuk.org

MPs vote in favour of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill at its Second Reading

In another significant step forward for our Smokefree UK campaign, MPs have today voted in favour of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill at its Second Reading.
For detail: news.cancerresearchuk.org
Published Nov 26, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: nature.com

What are the Implications of vaping on oral surgery patient management?

Vaping can cause dry mouth due to the water absorption of propylene glycol and glycerol; and propylene glycol and nicotine decrease saliva production.
For detail: nature.com
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: mg.co.za

South Africans flock to nicotine pouches for a more affordable fix

In many of the nations where vaping is legal, one of the reasons for its popularity is that it’s typically much more affordable than smoking.
For detail: mg.co.za
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

New study reveals intimidation tactics against researchers by tobacco, ultra-processed food and alcohol sectors

New research from the University of Bath shows researchers in the tobacco, ultra-processed food (UPF) and alcohol sectors are frequently targeted with identical intimidation tactics.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: gov.uk

MPs to vote on landmark smoking ban to stop cycle of addiction

Vote will move the UK one step closer to becoming smoke-free, shielding the next generation from the harms of smoking Ambitious plans to protect children from vaping, including ban on vape advertising and sale of vapes in vending machines, in addition to restricting vape flavours, packaging and shop display.
For detail: gov.uk
Published Nov 26, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: en.royanews.tv

Tons of illegal tobacco, e-cigarette products seized in Jordan

The Director General of Jordan Customs, Customs Brigadier Engineer Jalal Al-Qudah, announced a sweeping inspection campaign targeting smuggling hotspots, illegal e-cigarette sales, and "juice" (e-liquid) distribution, in collaboration with the department's intelligence unit.
For detail: en.royanews.tv
Published Nov 26, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cspdailynews.com

FDA Seeks Civil Money Penalties Against Retailers Selling Unauthorized E-Cigarettes

The Food and Drug Administration is seeking civil money penalties (CMP) against two brick-and-mortar retailers and 16 online retailers for the sale of unauthorized e-cigarettes, the agency said on Tuesday.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cspdailynews.com

U.S. Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Challenge to Graphic Cigarette Warnings

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday said it will not hear a challenge to a 2020 Food and Drug Administration federal rule that would require graphic health warnings on cigarette packs and advertisements.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: csnews.com

Massachusetts Lawmakers to Propose Phasing Out Nicotine Sales

BOSTON — Three Massachusetts lawmakers are hoping the state makes history again when it comes to tobacco.
For detail: csnews.com
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: business-review.eu

Philip Morris Romania launches ZYN tobacco-free nicotine pouches to accelerate the achievement of a smoke-free future

Philip Morris Romania, committed to accelerate the achievement of a smoke-free future, added ZYN nicotine pouches to its portfolio of smoke-free products designed for adult smokers who would otherwise continue to smoke cigarettes.
For detail: business-review.eu
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: brusselstimes.com

A year on, nicotine pouches still available in shops despite ban

Despite Belgium having banned the sale of nicotine pouches one year ago, they are still easy to find in local shops, The Brussels Times has found.
For detail: brusselstimes.com
Published Nov 26, 2024
[Smoking COPD NCD]

Source: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com

The association between maternal smoking during pregnancy and multimorbidity of non-communicable chronic diseases trajectory in offspring

Although a few studies have found that maternal smoke during pregnancy (MSDP) is linked to a range of non-communicable chronic diseases (NCDs) in offspring, its association with the onset, progression, and prognosis of multimorbidity of NCDs (MNCDs) has never been studied.
For detail: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: yna.co.kr

BAT launches synthetic nicotine vape in S. Korea

SEOUL, Nov. 25 (Yonhap) -- BAT Rothmans Far East B.V.
For detail: yna.co.kr
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vox.com

The huge stakes in a Supreme Court case about vaping

The justices face the awkward task of reviewing some very shoddy work by Judge Andy Oldham, a potential future colleague.
For detail: vox.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: vascularnews.com

Research indicates vaping causes immediate effects on vascular function

vaping-vascular-functionResearchers have identified acute effects of cigarette and e-cigarette smoking on vascular function, even without nicotine.
For detail: vascularnews.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: upi.com

Vaping immediately affects blood flow

Even when e-cigarettes are nicotine-free, they have an immediate effect on blood vessels, a new study shows. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Even when e-cigarettes are nicotine-free, they have an immediate effect on blood vessels, a new imaging study shows.
For detail: upi.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: today.rowan.edu

Vaping products can cause varying harm to airways

Nearly a decade after the first e-cigarette hit the market, researchers have established that inhaling the nicotine-laden vapor from these devices is less dangerous than smoking an old-fashioned cigarette.
For detail: today.rowan.edu
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

French Senate Approves Tobacco Tax Hikes

The French senate approved tax hikes on tobacco products, reports The Connexion.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Kyrgyzstan to Ban Vapes

After July 1, 2025, those caught vaping will risk a fine $115 and sellers of e-cigarettes will be subject of a penalty ranging from $230 to $750.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Ban Urged Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Lawmakers Urged to Reject Generational Ban

Campaigners are urging British lawmakers to reject plans to ban the sale of cigarettes and other tobacco products to future generations of adults.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Ban Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Spain Starts Consultation on Flavor Ban

The proposed legislation would ban the ban on the use of non-tobacco flavorings in e-cigarettes with the goal of making these products less attractive to young people.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: the-star.co.ke

Experts call for realistic strategies to reduce tobacco harm in Kenya

Stakeholders in the health sector have been called upon to embrace pragmatic strategies to reduce the negative effects of tobacco among Kenyans.
For detail: the-star.co.ke
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Smoking could cause 300,000 cancer cases in UK by 2029, study finds

Cancer Research urges MPs to back tobacco and vapes bill, saying damage caused by cigarettes cannot be ignored MPs are being urged to back plans to make the UK the first country to eradicate smoking, as new figures suggest tobacco will result in almost 300,000 Britons getting cancer within the next five years.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: sunlive.co.nz

Youth vaping rates drop, rise for older students

The 2024 ARFNZ/SPANZ/NZAIMS Vaping in New Zealand Youth Survey, released today, reveals that vaping among students in Years 9 to 13 has dropped considerably, with 12 per cent vaping in the last seven days - down from 27 per cent in 2021.
For detail: sunlive.co.nz
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: style.yahoo.com

Vaping has 'immediate' negative impact on the body's circulation, warns new study

A new study has uncovered the immediate effects of both cigarette smoking and vaping on vascular function, even in the absence of nicotine.
For detail: style.yahoo.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Fewer teens vaping, but concern remains for children as young as 10

A new survey shows the numbers of teens taking up vaping is dropping - but advocates say older students are falling through the gaps.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: reuters.com

US Supreme Court rejects tobacco firms' appeal over graphic warnings

A half-burnt cigarette is placed beside the breakroom door for the next smoke break between sessions at the Barnett Community Center in Huntington Item 1 of 2 A half-burnt cigarette is placed beside the breakroom door for the next smoke break between sessions at the Barnett Community Center in Huntington, West Virginia, U.S.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: prnewswire.com

Vaping Causes Immediate Effects on Vascular Function

CHICAGO, Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Researchers have identified acute effects of cigarette and e-cigarette smoking on vascular function, even without nicotine.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: openpr.com

Smoking Cessation and Nicotine De-addiction Products Market Is Booming Worldwide 2024-2031

The Latest study titled Smoking Cessation and Nicotine De-addiction Products Market 2024, published by Coherent Market Insights, provides valuable insights into both regional and global markets projected to grow in value from 2024 to 2031.
For detail: openpr.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nypost.com

Vaping has ‘immediate’ negative impacts on body’s circulation, warns new study

Despite commonly held beliefs that vaping is safer than traditional smoking, a study found that vaping had a "significant" effect on blood vessels and may also decrease how much oxygen the vaper's lungs take in.
For detail: nypost.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Study reveals acute impact of smoking and vaping on vascular function

Researchers have identified acute effects of cigarette and e-cigarette smoking on vascular function, even without nicotine.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.koreaherald.com

BAT debuts synthetic nicotine e-cigarettes in Korea

Global tobacco giant British American Tobacco on Monday officially launched its synthetic nicotine-based liquid e-cigarette, Nomad Sync 5000, in South Korea, the first market in the world to release the product.
For detail: news.koreaherald.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.koreaherald.com

Bill proposed to mandate antismoking warnings on e-cigarettes

The Ministry of Health and Welfare on Monday expressed its support for a legislative proposal from an opposition lawmaker to mandate anti-smoking warnings on e-cigarette devices.
For detail: news.koreaherald.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nbcboston.com

Proposed law would gradually phase out tobacco products from Mass.

The "Nicotine-Free Generation" (NFG) bill would mark a dramatic escalation of the Massachusetts Legislature's 2019 ban on the sale of all flavored tobacco products, which was partially aimed at curbing youth uptake of the substances A close-up view of cigarettes Tobacco and nicotine products would eventually become banned in Massachusetts under a regulatory trajectory that a trio of state lawmakers hope will become law next session.
For detail: nbcboston.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nature.com

Association between cigarette and heated tobacco use and breastfeeding cessation within 6 months postpartum in Japan: an internet-based cross-sectional study

This study examined the association between cigarette and heated tobacco product (HTP) use before and during pregnancy and after six months postpartum and premature breastfeeding cessation (within 6 months postpartum).
For detail: nature.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: msn.com

BAT launches synthetic nicotine vape in S. Korea

SEOUL, Nov. 25 (Yonhap) -- BAT Rothmans Far East B.V., formerly BAT Korea, on Monday launched its synthetic nicotine vape product for the first time among major tobacco firms operating in South Korea due to the lack of related regulations.
For detail: msn.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: mk.co.kr

Synthetic nicotine liquid e-cigarettes will be sold in Korea for the first time in the world.BATROSM..

BATROSMANS announced that it will officially release "NOMAD SYNC 5000" on the 25th.
For detail: mk.co.kr
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Supreme Court won't hear Big Tobacco's challenge to cigarette warning labels

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear a major tobacco company's challenge to a federal law that would mandate graphic images on cigarette packs.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Study finds vaping causes immediate effects on vascular function

Researchers have identified acute effects of cigarette and e-cigarette smoking on vascular function, even without nicotine.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: masslive.com

Mass. bill would prohibit tobacco sales to anyone born after specific date

Supporters of the Nicotine-Free Generation Bill pose for a photo inside the Massachusetts State House on Nov.
For detail: masslive.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: koreaherald.com

BAT debuts synthetic nicotine e-cigarettes in Korea

BAT's new Nomad Sync 5000 synthetic nicotine-based liquid e-cigarettes display health warnings despite no legal obligationsBAT's new Nomad Sync 5000 synthetic nicotine-based liquid e-cigarettes display health warnings despite no legal obligations Global tobacco giant British American Tobacco on Monday officially launched its synthetic nicotine-based liquid e-cigarette, Nomad Sync 5000, in South Korea, the first market in the world to release the product.
For detail: koreaherald.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: heraldscotland.com

Charity warns smoking could cause 30k cancer cases in next five years

New analysis by Cancer Research UK shows the levels the disease could reach if current trends continue.
For detail: heraldscotland.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healthday.com

Vaping Immediately Changes Your Blood Flow

MONDAY, Nov. 25, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Even when e-cigarettes are nicotine-free, they have an immediate effect on blood vessels, a new imaging study shows.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: grandrapidsmn.com

Vaping Immediately Changes Your Blood Flow

MONDAY, Nov. 25, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Even when e-cigarettes are nicotine-free, they have an immediate effect on blood vessels, a new imaging study shows.
For detail: grandrapidsmn.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: getsurrey.co.uk

Vaping has immediate negative impact on your body, new study shows

Vaping has "immediate" negative impacts on the body's circulation, warns a new study. American researchers have identified the acute effects of smoking cigarettes and vaping on vascular function - even without nicotine.
For detail: getsurrey.co.uk
Published Nov 25, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: euractiv.com

MEPs finalise resolution to extend smoking and vaping bans in public places

News Based on facts, either observed and verified directly by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources.
For detail: euractiv.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: edition.cnn.com

Supreme Court rejects tobacco industry challenge to graphic anti-smoking images on cigarette packs

The Supreme Court declined Monday to hear a challenge from major tobacco companies to the Food and Drug Administration’s requirement that they place graphic health warnings on cigarette packages and in advertisements.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: edition.cnn.com

Vaping immediately affects vascular health and oxygen levels, study shows, even without nicotine

Vaping has an immediate effect on how well the user’s blood vessels work, even if the e-cigarette doesn’t contain nicotine, according to new research.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: djournal.com

Vaping Immediately Changes Your Blood Flow

MONDAY, Nov. 25, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Even when e-cigarettes are nicotine-free, they have an immediate effect on blood vessels, a new imaging study shows.
For detail: djournal.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[FCTC PHW Tobacco]

Source: daily-sun.com

Health Reporters Forum, Heart Foundation demand amendments to tobacco control law

Daily Sun Report, Dhaka Bangladesh Health Reporters Forum and National Heart Foundation of Bangladesh have called for amending the existing Smoking and Tobacco Products Usage (Control) Act, 2005 (amended in 2013) to align it with the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) to protect public health.
For detail: daily-sun.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dailyrecord.co.uk

Smoking to cause 30,000 cancer cases in Scotland in next five years

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For detail: dailyrecord.co.uk
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailyrecord.co.uk

Vaping has 'immediate' negative impact on the body's circulation, warns new study

American researchers have identified the acute effects of smoking cigarettes and vaping on vascular function - even without nicotine.
For detail: dailyrecord.co.uk
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: citizentribune.com

Vaping Immediately Changes Your Blood Flow

MONDAY, Nov. 25, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Even when e-cigarettes are nicotine-free, they have an immediate effect on blood vessels, a new imaging study shows.
For detail: citizentribune.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: averyjournal.com

Vaping Immediately Changes Your Blood Flow

MONDAY, Nov. 25, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Even when e-cigarettes are nicotine-free, they have an immediate effect on blood vessels, a new imaging study shows.
For detail: averyjournal.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: auntminnieeurope.com

Functional MRI shows what motivates e-cigarette use

Functional MRI shows that e-cigarette users perceive the product as equally rewarding as money -- a finding that highlights the addictive potential of vaping, researchers have found.
For detail: auntminnieeurope.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: auntminnie.com

MRI shows immediate impact of vaping, cigarette use

MRI shows that vaping has immediate negative effects on vascular function, according to research to be presented at the upcoming RSNA meeting.
For detail: auntminnie.com
Published Nov 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: apnews.com

Supreme Court won’t hear challenge to graphic cigarette warning labels

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court won’t hear a challenge to a federal requirement that cigarette packages and advertising include graphic images demonstrating the effects of smoking.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Nov 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

Vaping among ex-smokers grows sharply as disposable e-cigarettes take hold

A decade-long study reveals a sharp rise in vaping among ex-smokers, particularly younger adults, fueled by disposable e-cigarettes and changing social trends.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Nov 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dimsumdaily.hk

Kyrgyz President signs law banning vapes and e-cigarettes from 2025

24th November 2024 – (Bishkek) Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov has enacted legislation prohibiting the use, sale, and import of vapes and electronic cigarettes, with the law set to take effect on 1st July, 2025.
For detail: dimsumdaily.hk
Published Nov 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dailynewsegypt.com

IQOS: A Decade of Innovation Toward a Smoke-Free Future

In today’s world, industries face a critical challenge, adapting the business and operating models alongside the products and services offered to the demands of modern sustainability standards, including internationally renowned commitments.
For detail: dailynewsegypt.com
Published Nov 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: wjla.com

CDC urges stricter state regulation as e-cigarette sales surge 47% since 2019

ARLINGTON Va. (7News) — With national sales of e-cigarettes on the rise, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a statement highlighting the importance of state regulation of the flavored vapes that get young people hooked on nicotine.
For detail: wjla.com
Published Nov 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: msn.com

Flavored Vapes Behind Big Surge in U.S. E-Cigarette Sales

FRIDAY, Nov. 22, 2024 (HealthDay News) - E-cigarettes flew off store shelves between 2019 and 2023, and 80% were in youth-friendly flavors like fruit, candy, mint and menthol.
For detail: msn.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Tucker Carlson launches nicotine pouch, competing with Zyn

Far-right media personality Tucker Carlson turned on Zyn, the tobacco free nicotine pouch, launching his on competitor called ALP. NBC News’ Vicky Nguyen details the companies getting caught up in America’s culture wars.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wales247.co.uk

Aberdare shop closed for illegal vape/tobacco sales

A Closure Notice has been issued and enforced at Aberdare Off Licence, which aims to send a clear message to premises in Rhondda Cynon Taf that the illegal sale of tobacco or illegal vapes will not be tolerated in this County Borough! On Friday, 8th November a Closure Notice was served to the proprietors of Aberdare Off Licence, located at 33 Victoria Square, Aberdare.
For detail: wales247.co.uk
Published Nov 22, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: vapingpost.com

More Studies Confirm That Vaping is Significantly Safer Than Smoking for Respiratory Health

The latest research reiterates that unlike smoking, vaping has no significant effects on resiratory health.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: usnews.com

Flavored Vapes Behind Big Surge in U.S. E-Cigarette Sales

FRIDAY, Nov. 22, 2024 (HealthDay News) — E-cigarettes flew off store shelves between 2019 and 2023, and 80% were in youth-friendly flavors like fruit, candy, mint and menthol.
For detail: usnews.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: upi.com

Flavored vapes drive big surge in U.S. e-cigarette sales

E-cigarettes flew off store shelves between 2019 and 2023, and 80% were in youth-friendly flavors like fruit, candy, mint and menthol.
For detail: upi.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tsl.news

OPINION: The Case for Vaping

Vaping could be the next vaccine, a miracle of modern science that saves four million lives each year — if only we would let it. I think more people should vape.
For detail: tsl.news
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tribuneindia.com

Need for collective societal action to combat vaping: Poonawalla

BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla called for a multi-faceted approach to combat the rising menace of vaping, e-cigarettes, heat-not-burn (HNB) devices and nicotine pouches, which are increasingly targeting India’s youth.
For detail: tribuneindia.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Research: THR Plan May Save 400,000 Nigerian Lives

New research by leading international health experts has found that more than 400,000 Nigerian lives could be saved if policymakers adopt a progressive approach to tobacco harm reduction (THR).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

U.S. E-Cigarette Sales Up Nearly 50 Percent: Report

A new report from the CDC Foundation and Truth Initiative showed that from 2019 to 2023, there was a 47 percent increase in e-cigarette unit sales at U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: thephuketnews.com

Thailand detects first case of new vaping disease

BURIRAM: Thai health authorities have reported the first local case of a new vaping-related disease, and they fear more cases linked to heavy use of e-cigarettes.
For detail: thephuketnews.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: southernminn.com

Flavored Vapes Behind Big Surge in U.S. E-Cigarette Sales

FRIDAY, Nov. 22, 2024 (HealthDay News) — E-cigarettes flew off store shelves between 2019 and 2023, and 80% were in youth-friendly flavors like fruit, candy, mint and menthol.
For detail: southernminn.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: newsroom.co.nz

Smoke and mirrors in tobacco debate

Where there's cigarette smoke there's controversy, and Associate Health Minister Casey Costello has courted plenty of it.
For detail: newsroom.co.nz
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newfm.com.au

Man charged after illegal Tobacco sales

A man has been charged on the Central Coast following an investigation into the sale of illegal tobacco products.
For detail: newfm.com.au
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nbcsandiego.com

Retailers across San Diego County charged with selling flavored tobacco

More than a dozen retailers across Southern California, including in San Diego County, were charged with selling flavored tobacco, officials said Thursday.
For detail: nbcsandiego.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: msn.com

Love E-Cigarettes and Fancy Vaping Pens? Here's What Experts Want You to Know

Vaping, often touted as a safer alternative to smoking, has gained popularity, especially among young people.
For detail: msn.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicine.yale.edu

How Vaping Social Media Promotion Targets Teens

Gone are the days of Joe Camel, the mascot of tobacco marketers, which was retired in 1997 following heavy criticism that the cartoon animal appealed to youth.
For detail: medicine.yale.edu
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Flavored vapes behind big surge in U.S. e-cigarette sales

E-cigarettes flew off store shelves between 2019 and 2023, and 80% were in youth-friendly flavors like fruit, candy, mint and menthol.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ladbible.com

What will happen if you buy an e-cigarette after UK smoking ban comes in

Here is how buying an e-cigarette will change once the new rules regarding smoking and vaping come into force next year.
For detail: ladbible.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: indianagazette.com

Flavored Vapes Behind Big Surge in U.S. E-Cigarette Sales

e-cigarette vaping vape FRIDAY, Nov. 22, 2024 (HealthDay News) — E-cigarettes flew off store shelves between 2019 and 2023, and 80% were in youth-friendly flavors like fruit, candy, mint and menthol.
For detail: indianagazette.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: hometownregister.com

Flavored Vapes Behind Big Surge in U.S. E-Cigarette Sales

FRIDAY, Nov. 22, 2024 (HealthDay News) — E-cigarettes flew off store shelves between 2019 and 2023, and 80% were in youth-friendly flavors like fruit, candy, mint and menthol.
For detail: hometownregister.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: homenewshere.com

Flavored Vapes Behind Big Surge in U.S. E-Cigarette Sales

Key Takeaways FRIDAY, Nov. 22, 2024 (HealthDay News) — E-cigarettes flew off store shelves between 2019 and 2023, and 80% were in youth-friendly flavors like fruit, candy, mint and menthol.
For detail: homenewshere.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthday.com

What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Smoking

Giving up cigarettes can be excruciating, with cravings and withdrawal symptoms lingering for weeks, especially if you aren’t strongly motivated.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Quit Smoking]

Source: healthday.com

What Are Quit-Smoking Programs and How Can They Help You?

Sometimes it really does "take a village" to help you meet life's challenges, and quitting smoking can be one of the toughest challenges out there.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: grandrapidsmn.com

Flavored Vapes Behind Big Surge in U.S. E-Cigarette Sales

FRIDAY, Nov. 22, 2024 (HealthDay News) — E-cigarettes flew off store shelves between 2019 and 2023, and 80% were in youth-friendly flavors like fruit, candy, mint and menthol.
For detail: grandrapidsmn.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gmanetwork.com

Health advocates seek to amend 'Vape Regulation law,' protect youth

Managing Director of Health Justice Philippines Ralph Degollacion, Southeast Asia Tobacco Control Alliance Executive Director Dr.
For detail: gmanetwork.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: filtermag.org

Will Indonesia, a Key Tobacco Control Outlier, Keep Vaping Legal?

If Indonesia was already frowned upon by the World Health Organization (WHO) and tobacco control groups for its high and rising smoking rate, it sealed that outlier status in 2018.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: evrimagaci.org

U.K. Moves To Ban Disposal Vapes As Youth Vaping Surges

The government targets flavored e-cigarettes to combat rising youth vaping rates and promote public health initiatives With brightly colored disposable e-cigarettes boasting flavors like cotton candy ice and greengrape melon readily available at convenience stores, these products have become ubiquitous not just in the U.K.
For detail: evrimagaci.org
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: cnycentral.com

Upstate Hospital participates in 'The Great American Smokeout,' aimed at curbing smoking

Upstate University Hospital hosted a giant lung in celebration of 'The Great American Smokeout,' on Thursday, November 21.
For detail: cnycentral.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bwhealthcareworld.com

Nationwide Campaign Launched To Combat Vaping & E-Cigarette Menace

A nationwide campaign titled ‘Please STOP This’ has been launched to tackle the growing menace of novel nicotine delivery products, including vapes, e-cigarettes, heat-not-burn devices, and nicotine pouches.
For detail: bwhealthcareworld.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: aol.com

Surgeon General report shows Arkansas among highest in nation for tobacco use

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – A new report from the Surgeon General released this week shows there are still major issues with tobacco use among Americans, especially in Arkansas.
For detail: aol.com
Published Nov 22, 2024
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]

Source: africasciencenews.org

Decades of failure to end TB and tobacco use

Despite strong scientific and community-based evidence to support tobacco and TB control, 1.1 million people died of TB in 2023 and over 8 million died of tobacco use in the same year.
For detail: africasciencenews.org
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

Vaping linked to heart failure, research shows

Thursday is the Great American Smokeout, the initiative is held every year to encourage people to quit smoking. But, it’s not just smoking that’s a concern, so is vaping.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wnct.com

Carteret County adopts resolution for age limit for vape and tobacco products

CARTERET COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — In Carteret County the Health and Human Services Board recently adopted a resolution in support of raising the minimum age to purchase vape and tobacco products.
For detail: wnct.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vice.com

Gay Adults Vape More Than Straight Adults, New Report Finds

Members of the LGBTQ+ community are significantly more likely to vape than their straight counterparts, according to a new report from the Surgeon General’s office.
For detail: vice.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vic.gov.au

Tobacco Amendment (Tobacco Retailer and Wholesaler Licensing Scheme) Bill 2024

Victoria’s tobacco regulation scheme has been the subject of recent scrutiny on a number of fronts, from legislation to health promotion to law enforcement.
For detail: vic.gov.au
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ucl.ac.uk

Two million ex-smokers currently vape in England

About one in five people who have stopped smoking for more than a year in England currently vape, equivalent to 2.
For detail: ucl.ac.uk
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Pouch Nicotine Limits will Drive Users to Smoking: Tholos

The Tholos Foundation released exclusive new research from international polling firm IPSOS on how Danish consumers would react if proposals to limit nicotine in nicotine pouches were implemented.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

No Significant Respiratory Symptoms Among Vapers: Study

A groundbreaking international study conducted as part of the Veritas cohort project has provided crucial insights into the respiratory health of exclusive e-cigarette users with no established history of smoking.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

New Report Shows Kid-Friendly…

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A new report issued today by the CDC Foundation and Truth Initiative shows that e-cigarette sales at U.S.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Nigel Farage’s anti-WHO campaign has link to nicotine products industry

Action on World Health co-founder’s firm provides services to organisation that advocates for nicotine pouches Nigel Farage’s group campaigning against the World Health Organization (WHO) is staffed by consultants who work with the nicotine products industry, the Guardian can reveal.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: statnews.com

After youth vaping surge, the U.K. moves to ban disposable e-cigarettes

Cheap, flavored products have been blamed for a rise in vaping among young adults and youth LONDON — The stacks of brightly colored disposable e-cigarettes, touting flavors like cotton candy ice and greengrape melon and often looming over the not-dissimilar-looking candy displays, have become a commonplace sight in convenience stores in both the U.S.
For detail: statnews.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: scmp.com

Malaysia’s Terengganu to ban e-cigarettes as concerns mount over youth vaping

The rise of vaping in Malaysia over the past year was spurred by the exemption of nicotine-laced vape products from the Poisons Act Promoters smoking e-cigarettes during a vape fair in Kuala Lumpur.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: royalexaminer.com

Town Planning Commission Evaluates Two Mechanisms for Regulating Tobacco, Smoke, or Vape Shops

Although Oscar Wilde is capable of being exceedingly funny and is truly at his best in The Importance of Being Earnest, the Town of Front Royal is taking tobacco, smoke, and vape shops quite seriously.
For detail: royalexaminer.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: retailtechinnovationhub.com

Underage vaping targeted as AI app that automates age verification now available in stores across Ireland

Stores across Ireland can now tap an AI solution that estimates someone's age with almost 100% accuracy, thanks to a new partnership between Johnston Retail Services and Privately.
For detail: retailtechinnovationhub.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: republicworld.com

Anti-vaping Group Launches 'Please STOP This' Campaign Against E-cigarettes

An anti-vaping group recently launched a campaign against vapes, and e-cigarettes, alleging multinational tobacco companies are attempting to bypass the ban.
For detail: republicworld.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nst.com.my

MMA echoes Al-Sultan Abdullah's call to ban e-cigarettes, vape products

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has called on the government to act on the suggestion by Sultan of Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah for a total ban on e-cigarettes, including vape products, in the country Its president, Datuk Dr Kalwinder Singh Khaira, warned that vaping posed serious health risks, including respiratory issues, severe lung disease and potential addiction to drugs and other harmful substances.
For detail: nst.com.my
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Age-dependent effects of vaping on the prefrontal cortex, ventral tegmental area, and nucleus accumbens

Electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) are unique from combustible cigarettes due to the availability of flavor options which make these devices popular among adolescents.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

From Smoking to Vaping: The Motivation for E-Cigarette Use at the Neurobiological Level - An fMRI Study

Introduction: Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are considered a potential aid for smoking cessation.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Study: One in five ex-smokers currently vape in England

About one in five people who have stopped smoking for more than a year in England currently vape, equivalent to 2.2 million people, according to a new study led by UCL (University College London) researchers.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Nov 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: newportdispatch.com

Waterford police cite two businesses for illegal e-cigarette sales

WATERFORD — In a coordinated sting operation, Waterford Police Department, alongside state agencies, cracked down on the illegal sale of e-cigarettes to minors on Nov. 19, resulting in two infractions.
For detail: newportdispatch.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nature.com

Age-dependent effects of vaping on the prefrontal cortex, ventral tegmental area, and nucleus accumbens

The landscape of nicotine dependence is continuously transforming with the advent of vaping, heralded as a harm reduction strategy among adult cigarette smokers.
For detail: nature.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nationalmagazine.ca

Can Big Oil be made to pay like Big Tobacco?

Those who want fossil fuel companies to pony up encouraged by proposal requiring tobacco giants to provide provinces, territories and smokers billions in compensation The scales of justice on a smokestack.
For detail: nationalmagazine.ca
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: kumc.edu

JayDoc volunteers learn about two issues they often see: asthma and smoking

“The great thing about this workshop is the focus on collaboration between medical students and pharmacy students,” says Sarah Talley, standardized patient program manager at KU School of Medicine-Wichita.
For detail: kumc.edu
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: integrishealth.org

Does Vaping Cause Lung Cancer?

Traditional tobacco smoke contains more than 7,000 chemicals that increase smokers' chances of developing cancer.
For detail: integrishealth.org
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: inews.co.uk

Can vaping stop you from turning back to cigarettes?

A UCL-led study found that about one in five people in England who stopped smoking for more than a year currently vape, equivalent to 2.2 million people File photo dated 21/2/20 of men vaping.
For detail: inews.co.uk
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: globenewswire.com

100,000 Citizens Rally Against EU’s Vaping Crackdown

Brussels, Nov. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a powerful display of consumer advocacy, the World Vapers’ Alliance (WVA) today delivered over 100,000 signatures to the European Parliament, calling for a radical shift in the EU’s approach to vaping and harm reduction.
For detail: globenewswire.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fox5sandiego.com

San Diego City Attorney cracks down on more than a dozen vape businesses

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — The San Diego City Attorney’s Office has a strong warning to vape retailers still selling flavored tobacco products: comply with the law or face hefty fines.
For detail: fox5sandiego.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fox16.com

Surgeon General report shows Arkansas among highest in nation for tobacco use

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – A new report from the Surgeon General released this week shows there are still major issues with tobacco use among Americans, especially in Arkansas.
For detail: fox16.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: eurointegration.com.ua

How the EU regulates e-cigarette advertising and what Ukraine can do

This day serves as a reminder that smoking is one of the leading causes of premature mortality. Meanwhile, tobacco manufacturers continue to run advertising campaigns targeting primarily young people.
For detail: eurointegration.com.ua
Published Nov 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: etvbharat.com

Anti-Vaping Group Launches 'Please Stop' Campaign Against E-cigarettes

BJP spokesperson Poonawala, at launch of campaign, called for coming together of four factors – 'Sarkar,' 'Samaj,' 'Social Media,' and Sports to deal with issue.
For detail: etvbharat.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: cpr.org

Nov. 21, 2024: Denver City Council considers a flavored tobacco ban; How hard is it to quit smoking?

Vape producs for sale in Myxed Up’s location on East Colfax Avenue in Denver. Nov. 19, 2024.
For detail: cpr.org
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: counton2.com

2 Your Health: Vaping linked to heart failure, research shows

But it’s not just smoking that’s a concern; so is vaping. A recent study shows those who vape are 19% more likely to develop heart failure than those who have never done it before.
For detail: counton2.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: blogs.bcm.edu

The dangers of vaping

In recent years, e-cigarettes and vaping products have surged in popularity, often promoted as safer alternatives to traditional smoking.
For detail: blogs.bcm.edu
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: baptisthealth.net

Smokeout 2024: Latest on Hazards of Tobacco, Benefits of Quitting Now

The Great American Smokeout, an annual event held on the third Thursday of November, encourages smokers to quit for a day and consider quitting for good.
For detail: baptisthealth.net
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: balita.com

P2.5 million smuggled cigarettes seized in Davao City

DAVAO CITY – Authorities confiscated smuggled cigarettes valued at PHP2.5 million in Barangay Angliongto, the Police Regional Office (PRO) 11 (Davao Region) reported on Wednesday.
For detail: balita.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: auntminnie.com

Functional MRI illuminates what motivates e-cigarette use

Functional MRI shows that e-cigarette users perceive the product as equally rewarding as money -- a finding that highlights the addictive potential of vaping, researchers have found.
For detail: auntminnie.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Crackdown Cigarette]

Source: aol.com

NYC pol wants to ban disposable vapes in latest e-cig crackdown in bid to wipe out underage usage

NYC Councilwoman Julie Menin sponsored the 991C safe Hotel bill that passed today in City Hall in Manhattan, NY on Octoebr 23, 2024.
For detail: aol.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: aol.com

Kid-friendly e-cigarette flavors driving increase in sales, report finds

E-cigarettes in kid-friendly flavors are driving retail sales and contain more addictive nicotine than ever, according to a new report from the nonprofit CDC Foundation and advocacy group Truth Initiative.
For detail: aol.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: academic.oup.com

‘It’ll save your lungs’: early insights into nicotine pouch use and perceptions among young Australians

Flavoured oral nicotine pouches, manufactured and marketed by global tobacco companies, such as Philip Morris International (PMI) and British American Tobacco, entered the Australian market in 2024.
For detail: academic.oup.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: academic.oup.com

Resisting industry narratives: guidance to avoid tobacco and nicotine industry framing

The tobacco and nicotine industry has a long history of endangering the health and wellbeing of individuals, populations and society, including Indigenous peoples, via dubious practices and tactics that continue today.
For detail: academic.oup.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: academic.oup.com

A thematic analysis of tobacco industry responses to the Scottish Government’s consultation on e-cigarette regulation

E-cigarette use is increasing rapidly across the world. Governments have begun to tighten regulation principally to prevent uptake by young people and non-smokers.
For detail: academic.oup.com
Published Nov 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: aamc.org

Smoking is still the leading cause of preventable death in the U.S. Doctors may soon have new tools to help people quit

James Davis, MD, has worked with thousands of patients who have struggled with tobacco addiction. Many of them have been able to quit alcohol, methamphetamines, cocaine, and even opioids, but they are unable to quit smoking cigarettes.
For detail: aamc.org
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wtop.com

Alexandria votes to stop smoke and vape shops from opening near schools

New smoke or vape shops in Alexandria, Virginia, will not be able to open near schools under legislation that was passed Saturday by the city’s council.
For detail: wtop.com
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wkyt.com

Kentucky senator says more teeth is needed in vaping laws

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Kids are still getting their hands on harmful vaping and tobacco products.
For detail: wkyt.com
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Tobacco industry tactics seek to undermine efforts to protect health

Leaked documents from Japan show the tobacco industry is attempting to interfere with efforts by governments, the World Health Organization (WHO) and other groups to protect people from tobacco harm, including from new nicotine and tobacco products, such as e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products.
For detail: who.int
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: today.duke.edu

‘It’s 10 Times Harder to Stop’: An Employee’s Vaping Struggle

Even before Brandy Palmer was born, tobacco was a part of her life. Her father’s family were tobacco farmers in Kentucky, and she grew up in North Carolina surrounded by more of the same crop and its products.
For detail: today.duke.edu
Published Nov 20, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids Awarded for Exposing Big Tobacco’s Social Media Tactics

Washington, D.C. – The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids has been recognized with a Silver Anthem Award for its global public awareness campaign #SponsoredByBigTobacco, which highlights how the world’s largest tobacco companies are aggressively targeting youth on social media.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thestar.com.my

Group hails Pahang Sultan’s call to ban vaping

GEORGE TOWN: The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) hopes the Health Ministry will heed the advice of the Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, who suggested that the use of electronic cigarettes or vapes be completely banned.
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published Nov 20, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: thepinknews.com

Gay people vape at significantly higher rates, report finds (Getty Images)

Gay, lesbian and bisexual people vape at significantly higher rates than their heterosexual counterparts, a report from the surgeon general has revealed.
For detail: thepinknews.com
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thebureauinvestigates.com

Tobacco giant’s ‘carbon neutral vape’ was offset with junk credits

A flagship product marketed by British American Tobacco (BAT) as “the first global carbon neutral vape brand” achieved its green status with carbon credits that have been deemed to make no environmental difference.
For detail: thebureauinvestigates.com
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: sjuhawknews.com

Vape usage remains popular among teens and young adults

Harris said he vaped for the first time for the same reason many middle and high school students do: “The influence of my peers,” Harris acknowledged.
For detail: sjuhawknews.com
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sciencenews.org

Youth tobacco use has gone down, but the work isn’t over

The latest e-cigarettes and other products with nicotine keep youth anti-tobacco work going Elf Bar e-cigarettes, one-time-use devices that come fully charged and filled with vaping liquid, are the most popular brand among U.S.
For detail: sciencenews.org
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Daily smoking rates flat-line, youth vaping keeps rising - NZ Health Survey

Associate Health Minister Casey Costello said the government was committed to the Smokefree 2025 goal.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

‘Zyn’ maker Swedish Match hit with consumer lawsuit over nicotine pouch prices

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.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: retailworldmagazine.com.au

NSW government targets vape suppliers

Maximum penalties for illegal vape supply are set to soar from $1650 to approximately $1.54 million, with prison sentences increasing from six months to seven years.
For detail: retailworldmagazine.com.au
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nypost.com

NYC pol wants to ban disposable vapes in latest e-cig crackdown in bid to wipe out underage usage

One city lawmaker wants to ban the sale of all disposable e-cigarettes — a move she says will help stomp out underage vaping in the Big Apple.
For detail: nypost.com
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nst.com.my

Tackling student vaping: MoE appeals for parental involvement

KUALA LUMPUR: The Education Ministry has called for support and cooperation from parents in monitoring their children's use of electronic smoking devices, including vapes.
For detail: nst.com.my
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newsroom.clevelandclinic.org

Vaping Linked to Heart Failure, Research Shows

Today is the Great American Smokeout. A cardiologist comments on new research showing how dangerous vaping can be on the heart.
For detail: newsroom.clevelandclinic.org
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Cigarette smoke can induce disordered oropharyngeal microbiota that aggravates flu severity

New research has shown that cigarette smoke can induce disordered oropharyngeal microbiota that aggravates the severity of influenza A virus infection.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.va.gov

Now is the perfect time to try to stop smoking again

Most people who try to stop smoking aren’t successful on their first try, but there’s no need for them to feel discouraged.
For detail: news.va.gov
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: mobilityplaza.org

Canada’s illegal tobacco industry hits record $1.3bn

Organized crime, trafficking in drugs, guns and tobacco, are cashing in on Canada’s growing contraband tobacco market, racking in almost $1.3 billion, hitting retailers in the process.
For detail: mobilityplaza.org
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: lex18.com

Anti-vaping advocates urge lawmakers to ensure retail stores are following the Tobacco 21 Law

(LEX 18) — Anti-vaping advocates urge Kentucky lawmakers to ensure that retail stores are following the Tobacco 21 Law and are not selling nicotine products to people under 21 years old.
For detail: lex18.com
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: globenewswire.com

Canada’s Illegal Tobacco Industry Eclipses Legal Sales: New Report

OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Organized crime, trafficking in drugs, guns and tobacco, are cashing in on Canada’s growing contraband tobacco market, raking in almost $1.
For detail: globenewswire.com
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: eurojust.europa.eu

International cigarette trafficking ring dismantled: 15 arrests

fr, it, pl, be, bg, de, gr, lv, lt, nl, europol eurojustEurojust, Europol and authorities from 10 countries stopped a criminal group operating an intricate cigarette trafficking scheme.
For detail: eurojust.europa.eu
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Police seize £55k worth of vapes, tobacco and alcohol

Disposable vapes breaching legal limits were on full display. Five men have been arrested and £55,000 worth of suspected illicit vapes, tobacco and alcohol were seized after a series of warrants.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Nov 20, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bangkokpost.com

Thailand detects first case of new vaping disease

Health authorities expect more cases of ‘Evali’ as e-cigarette use persists despite ban Thai health authorities have reported the first local case of a new vaping-related disease, and they fear more cases linked to heavy use of e-cigarettes.
For detail: bangkokpost.com
Published Nov 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: asm.org

Cigarette Smoke Alters Microbiota, Aggravates Flu Severity

A new study shows that cigarette smoke alters the microbial community in the gut and the oropharynx.
For detail: asm.org
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

End Tobacco Disparities

Learn to live a healthy life, free of tobacco-related disease, disability, and death, by reading Dr.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wymt.com

Lawmakers, health leaders discuss vaping concerns at committee hearing

That is what lawmakers, health leaders and some young people talked about in an Interim Legislative panel in Frankfort on Tuesday.
For detail: wymt.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wsls.com

Public Hearing set for vape shop ordinance in Roanoke County

(Nam Y. Huh, Copyright 2016 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
For detail: wsls.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wdbj7.com

Ordinance proposed to prevent new vape shops from opening near Roanoke County schools

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - The Roanoke County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing Tuesday to discuss a proposed ordinance by Roanoke County school officials.
For detail: wdbj7.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: usatoday.com

Nearly a half million die each year from tobacco use. Some groups face higher risk.

Adult and youth smoking rates this decade have dipped to the lowest levels on record. Despite this progress, the nation's top doctor is warning about stubborn disparities that remain among the 36 million adults and 760,000 kids who smoke. U.
For detail: usatoday.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: uknow.uky.edu

Markey research shows success in national smoking assessment program

Markey’s Jessica Burris led research that shows the success of a national quality improvement program to increase rates of smoking assessment among cancer centers.
For detail: uknow.uky.edu
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Kazakhstan Urged to Reconsider Policies

The Coalition of Asia Pacific Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) today called on the government of Kazakhstan to reassess its stance on tobacco harm reduction (THR) products, citing compelling evidence from Japan demonstrating the significant health and economic benefits of embracing safer alternatives to smoking.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: timeslive.co.za

OPINION

The public health benefits of an active harm reduction approach to the problem of tobacco smoking are becoming clearer all the time.
For detail: timeslive.co.za
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thejakartapost.com

Regulatory loopholes in tobacco promotion on social media

Without strict regulations, children and teenagers will continue to be the target of promotions that can encourage them to start smoking.
For detail: thejakartapost.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theconversation.com

Tobacco isn’t a good investment

Corne van Walbeek is a professor in Economics at the University of Cape Town and is the Director of the Research Unit on the Economics of Excisable Products (REEP).
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theconversation.com

Stop-smoking pill varenicline to be offered on NHS

For the first time since 2021, a pill used to help people quit smoking – varenicline – will again be available on the NHS.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rutgers.edu

Tobacco-Related Health Inequities are a Social Justice Issue

Rutgers Institute for Nicotine & Tobacco Studies experts contribute to Surgeon General’s new report “Eliminating Tobacco-Related Disease and Death: Addressing Disparities” The 2024 Surgeon General’s Report estimates that each year, more than 490,000 deaths are attributable to cigarette smoking and exposure to secondhand tobacco smoke in the United States.
For detail: rutgers.edu
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: pharmaceutical-journal.com

Vapes to be used in community pharmacy smoking cessation pilot

A 2023 Cochrane review found that e-cigarettes (pictured), varenicline and cytisine were most effective in helping people quit smoking at six months or longer Community pharmacies in Medway, Kent, are taking part in a smoking cessation pilot, using e-cigarettes as a quit aid, Community Pharmacy England (CPE) has announced.
For detail: pharmaceutical-journal.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nottinghamshire.gov.uk

County Council welcomes publication of new Tobacco and Vapes Bill

The Interim Director of Public Health for Nottinghamshire has welcomed the publication of a new Tobacco and Vapes Bill this week.
For detail: nottinghamshire.gov.uk
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Is the nicotine metabolite ratio a useful tool to improve the effectiveness, safety, and adherence to quitting smoking? Systematic review of the literature and meta-analysis

Introduction: We have carried out a systematic review of the literature (SRL) and a meta-analysis (MA) to answer: 1. Validity of the nicotine metabolite ratio (NMR) in improving the effectiveness of pharmacological treatments (PT) for smoking cessation (SC). 2.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ndtv.com

Nutritionist Shares Simple Strategies To Help You Quit Smoking For Good

Treat the craving like an uninvited guest - don't engage with it says the nutritionist Smoking is a habit that many people struggle to quit, despite knowing the serious health risks it poses.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nbcconnecticut.com

Vape stores reminded to ID customers to avoid selling to underage teens

Teen vaping is a continued concern in Connecticut with youth finding many ways to access nicotine, even though it is illegal to sell to those under 21. The state does compliance checks at stores all over Connecticut year-round.
For detail: nbcconnecticut.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: mysanantonio.com

New rules coming for vaping at San Antonio businesses, public places

People who vape may notice a big change coming to San Antonio businesses in the new year.
For detail: mysanantonio.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: midhudsonnews.com

Sullivan 180 hosts first vaping prevention roundtable discussion

LIBERTY- On Wednesday, November 13th, Sullivan 180 brought together nearly twenty community leaders from government, education, public health, substance use treatment and law enforcement for the first ever Vaping Prevention Roundtable discussion.
For detail: midhudsonnews.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ketv.com

Omaha health expert encourages quitting vaping with support

LATELY WHO WANT TO QUIT VAPING AND E-CIG. SO I STARTED DIGGING AROUND AND ASKING THE EXPERTS.
For detail: ketv.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kentuckytoday.com

Lawmaker wants more penalties on tobacco retailers who sell to minors

FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Kentucky lawmakers are considering more legislation to keep tobacco products, like vapes, away from minors, during the 2025 regular session of the General Assembly.
For detail: kentuckytoday.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: kentuckylantern.com

GOP lawmaker calls for adding ‘teeth’ to Kentucky’s new curbs on underage vaping

A Kentucky Republican will file legislation in 2025 that would license all sellers of vape or tobacco products, giving the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) enforcement authority over those vendors and empowering officers to enter the businesses without warrants.
For detail: kentuckylantern.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: icb.nhs.uk

It’s time to talk about Smoking and Men’s Mental Health in South Yorkshire

Smokefree Starts are launching their second campaign this November, focusing on the impact smoking can have on mental health.
For detail: icb.nhs.uk
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: grants.ca.gov

Empowering Tobacco Prevention Efforts in Tribal Communities

Limit Tobacco Promoting Influences. Reduce Exposure to Secondhand Smoke, Tobacco Smoke Residue, Tobacco Waste, and Other Tobacco Products.
For detail: grants.ca.gov
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: globenewswire.com

AYR Launches Later Days Fruit-Flavored Vape Collection

Available in MA, NJ, NV and OH, Later Days offers a smooth, satisfying vaping experience in five delicious flavors and a fun and familiar format MIAMI, Nov.
For detail: globenewswire.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fox56news.com

Kentucky lawmaker proposes tougher rules to penalize underage vaping

FRANKFORT, Ky. (FOX 56) — Although a new state law takes effect in January aimed at keeping non-FDA regulated vape products off store shelves, a state lawmaker wants an even bigger push to keep vapes away from Kentucky youth with tougher licensing regulations and penalties for possession.
For detail: fox56news.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dailyiowan.com

Iowa City unanimously passes new rules dictating location of tobacco retailers

Tobacco retailers will now have to follow more specific rules on where they can operate in the city after the Iowa City City Council passed new regulations Tuesday night.
For detail: dailyiowan.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: cureus.com

Self-Reported Comfort and Use of Tobacco Cessation Interventions by Healthcare Providers

The effects of tobacco use create a significant burden on the American healthcare system. The U.S.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cgdev.org

Big Tobacco Continues to Thrive off Health-Harming Products

Last month, Philip Morris International (PMI), the largest global tobacco company by market capitalization, posted bumper third quarter 2024 results.
For detail: cgdev.org
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: cancer.org

Quitting Smoking in Your 60s? Research Shows It's Worth It

An older man and woman hold hands and smile at each other while walking on a nature trail. Smoking causes about 1 in 5 cancer diagnoses and 1 in 3 cancer deaths in the United States.
For detail: cancer.org
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bwhealthcareworld.com

Caution: Smoking Is Cancerous To Your Stomach

Smoking is widely recognised as one of the leading causes of various types of cancer, and stomach cancer is no exception.
For detail: bwhealthcareworld.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: businesswire.com

Exclusive: Nicotine Limits in Pouches Will Lead to Black Market Explosion & Return to Smoking; Strongly Opposed by Consumers

COPENHAGEN, Denmark--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Tholos Foundation today released exclusive new research from international polling firm IPSOS on how Danish consumers would react if proposals to limit nicotine in nicotine pouches were implemented.
For detail: businesswire.com
Published Nov 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: archbronconeumol.org

The New Tobacco Companies Offensive: The Nicotine Pouches

Nicotine pouches (NPs) are oral administration bags containing nicotine salts together with other substances, including microcrystalline cellulose, sodium carbonate and other carbonic salts, citric acid, and various flavourings.
For detail: archbronconeumol.org
Published Nov 19, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: ajmc.com

Surgeon General Calls for Action on Tobacco Use, Outcomes Disparities

The new report from US Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy, MD, MBA, highlights persistent disparities in tobacco use and secondhand smoke exposure, calling for equitable strategies to achieve a tobacco-free future.
For detail: ajmc.com
Published Nov 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: uab.edu

UAB Lung Health Center to target youth smoking and vaping with annual award from the ADPH

The University of Alabama at Birmingham Lung Health Center has been awarded $100,000 by the Alabama Department of Public Health to implement an educational tobacco prevention program to combat youth smoking and vaping.
For detail: uab.edu
Published Nov 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Thailand Launches Track-and-Trace System

Thailand is launching a track-and-trace system that allows smokers to verify the authenticity of their cigarettes by scanning a QR code, reports The Pattaya News.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theconversation.com

program in schools is a good step

Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under Creative Commons licence. Last week, the federal government announced a plan to roll out an anti-vaping program in schools across the country.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Nov 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: riverwoodhealthcare.org

Quitting smoking can reduce lung cancer risk

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Lung cancer remains one of the most common and deadliest cancers worldwide.
For detail: riverwoodhealthcare.org
Published Nov 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: purdue.edu

‘Tobacco Cessation’ wellness program guides individuals through quitting tobacco

For those who are ready to quit smoking or who are thinking about quitting, the upcoming Healthy Boiler wellness program “Tobacco Cessation” is a resource to utilize.
For detail: purdue.edu
Published Nov 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nzherald.co.nz

Corrupt prison guard who took bribe to smuggle tobacco gets name suppression for safety reasons

A prison guard who accepted a bribe to smuggle tobacco into jail has been sentenced to home detention.
For detail: nzherald.co.nz
Published Nov 18, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: montanarightnow.com

E-cigarette access for teens raises concerns in Missoula

MISSOULA, Mont. – E-cigarettes have become a growing concern as teens find ways to purchase them online.
For detail: montanarightnow.com
Published Nov 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: mailcommunity.com.au

Victorian Government ramps up illicit tobacco regulation measures

Just a week after the Star Mail delved into the issue of the illicit tobacco trade, the Victorian Government has announced its measures to improve regulation.
For detail: mailcommunity.com.au
Published Nov 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: lismoreapp.com.au

Hogan says Labor’s vaping prohibition is fuelling organised crime

As reported last week in the Lismore App, the October 23 Ballina tobacconist ram raid and two separate incidents at the same Tweed Heads location appear to be linked to organised crime networks as government excise increases each year send the cost of tobacco and vapes to unaffordable levels.
For detail: lismoreapp.com.au
Published Nov 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: limerickleader.ie

Limerick’s tobacco industry revisited

Limerick's Greg O'Shea teams up with Coca Cola for road safety campaignLimerick's Greg O'Shea teams up with Coca Cola for road safety campaign The Limerick Historical Society welcome University of Limerick academic Dr Sean Whitney to the Redemptorists Hall at South Circular Road in the city on Tuesday, November 19 at 8pm.
For detail: limerickleader.ie
Published Nov 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: franciscanhealth.org

Why Should I Quit Smoking After a Cancer Diagnosis?

Most people know that smoking is a risk factor for lung cancer, but many don’t realize that smoking causes approximately 20% of all cancers, according to the American Cancer Society.
For detail: franciscanhealth.org
Published Nov 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: filtermag.org

What Older Vapers Think of Youth-Vaping Panic

Globally, youth vaping and its supposed health impacts have dominated public discussion and driven policies, to the extent that other needs tend to be overlooked.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Nov 18, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: fijivillage.com

Failure to enforce tobacco control fuels NCDs surge in Fiji

Fiji’s lack of full adherence to the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control is driving a sharp increase in non-communicable diseases, putting more pressure on the country’s healthcare system.
For detail: fijivillage.com
Published Nov 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com

Prevalence of dual use of combustible tobacco and E-cigarettes among pregnant smokers: a

As e-cigarettes gain popularity as potential tobacco cessation aids, concerns arise about their dual use with traditional cigarettes, especially among pregnant women, potentially subjecting both women and fetuses to heightened risks.
For detail: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com
Published Nov 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: auckland.ac.nz

Heated tobacco tax cut 'fails sniff test'

Cutting tax on heated tobacco products lacks evidence, says a researcher on an international panel this week.
For detail: auckland.ac.nz
Published Nov 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: 6pr.com.au

Recovered vape addict gives insight into the vaping industry’s targeting of teens

Lily Ford, holistic wellness advocate, opens up to 6PR’s Gary Adshead about her struggle with vape addiction and reflects on how ignorant she was at the age of 15, not realising that she was being targeted by vape companies.
For detail: 6pr.com.au
Published Nov 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: yahoo.com

Some online vape sellers don't comply with regulations to prevent sales to minors, study finds

Regulations are in place to help prevent the sale of vape products to minors, including age verification, shipping methods and flavor restrictions.
For detail: yahoo.com
Published Nov 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Put cigarette-style warnings on bacon, says top Labour donor

Bacon should come with a cigarette-style health warning because of its cancer risk, according to Dale Vince.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Nov 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: starweekly.com.au

Tough penalties under laws to tame tobacco turf war

Dodgy traders busted selling black market cigarettes and vapes will face Australia’s toughest penalties under long-awaited Victorian laws to curb a raging tobacco turf war.
For detail: starweekly.com.au
Published Nov 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nine.com.au

Inside Australia's war on vaping: Are tough new laws really working?

It's hardly surprising, but once again we've all been sucked in by the duplicity of Big Tobacco and its apologists.
For detail: nine.com.au
Published Nov 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: menafn.com

Experts Affirm that Traditional Cigarettes are Primary Cause of Increased Mortality Rates, while Smoke-free Products Are Considered Less Harmful

(MENAFN- Asdaa BCW) - David Khayat: We must Adopt Innovations, Alternative Tobacco Products, and a 'Harm Reduction' Strategy to Achieve Positive Results The causes of death have changed worldwide.
For detail: menafn.com
Published Nov 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: foxnews.com

Some online vape sellers don't comply with regulations to prevent sales to minors, study finds

Plus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge.
For detail: foxnews.com
Published Nov 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: daily-sun.com

Hard-hitting campaigns essential to reduce tobacco consumption: Sandra Mullin

Sandra Mullin, senior vice president of Policy, Advocacy, and Communication at Vital Strategies, leads a global team of communication experts that works with governments and civil society partners to implement impactful strategic communications campaigns aimed at influencing policy and driving behavior change.
For detail: daily-sun.com
Published Nov 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dailynewsegypt.com

Celebrating 10 Years of IQOS: A Decade of Innovation in Tobacco Harm Reduction

As we mark the 10th anniversary of IQOS, Philip Morris International’s (PMI) flagship smoke-free product, we celebrate a decade of groundbreaking innovation in tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: dailynewsegypt.com
Published Nov 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Teenagers offered free help to quit vaping

A free service has been launched to help young people quit vaping, following concerns about its unknown long-term effects.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Nov 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: aol.com

Some online vape sellers don't comply with regulations to prevent sales to minors, study finds

Regulations are in place to help prevent the sale of vape products to minors, including age verification, shipping methods and flavor restrictions.
For detail: aol.com
Published Nov 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: aljazeera.com

The UK’s NHS to roll out free antismoking pill. Will it work?

The UK’s National Health Service hopes the drug will help reduce the cost of treating serious, tobacco-related illnesses.
For detail: aljazeera.com
Published Nov 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vapingpost.com

More Data Emerges About Links Between Teen Vaping and Psychological and Personality Factors

Several previous studies have looked into the factors that encourage teenagers to vape, and the main causes always seem to be personality factors, such as being a risk taker, and psychosocial factors, such as stress and mental health issues.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Nov 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ubn.news

An international tobacco products producer plans to restore its 28.5% share of the Ukrainian market in one to two years.

An international tobacco products producer plans to restore its 28.5% share of the Ukrainian market in one to two years.
For detail: ubn.news
Published Nov 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tnp.straitstimes.com

6,000 online vape listings removed in first nine months of 2024

Four trade associations whose members run coffee shops, eateries and provision shops in Singapore, launched an anti-vaping campaign in March.
For detail: tnp.straitstimes.com
Published Nov 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thestar.com.my

Ban vaping and e-cigs now to curb rising cases of lung injury, says CAP

PETALING JAYA: Vaping and e-cigarettes have crossed the danger point and the Health Ministry must act fast to ban them, says the Consumers' Association of Penang (CAP).
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published Nov 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thestar.com.my

The extremely high cost of treating vape injuries

IT costs over RM150,000 to treat vaping-related injuries for a patient who is warded for 12 days in hospital, the Dewan Rakyat has heard.
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published Nov 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: retailworldmagazine.com.au

Vic’s tough new tobacco laws

The “toughest penalties in the country” are coming for the illegal tobacco trade in Victoria and the criminals who profit from it.
For detail: retailworldmagazine.com.au
Published Nov 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.bloombergtax.com

TTEC Holdings Sued Over Tobacco Penalty in Employee Health Plan

Colorado-based customer service company TTEC Holdings Inc.
For detail: news.bloombergtax.com
Published Nov 15, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: kxxv.com

Waco ISD introduces vape drop boxes at high school campuses

MCLENNAN COUNTY, Texas — As soon as students walk into Waco High and University High, they’ll see a vape-dropping station to help keep our local kids safe and in school.
For detail: kxxv.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: worksopguardian.co.uk

Huge haul of illegal tobacco seized from van stopped on A1 at Blyth

An estimated £560,000 worth of illegal tobacco was seized following an excellent coordinated team effort involving Nottinghamshire Police’s Operational Support department.
For detail: worksopguardian.co.uk
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: westmercia.police.uk

Illegal cigarettes and tobacco £142,000 haul seized in Evesham

Illegal cigarettes and tobacco with an estimated street value of £145,000 were seized from a mini market in Evesham on Tuesday (12 November).
For detail: westmercia.police.uk
Published Nov 14, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: unb.com.bd

Speakers demand amendment to tobacco control law for public health protection

Dhaka, Nov 14 ( UNB)- Speakers at a seminar on Thursday urged the government to amend the current Smoking and Tobacco Products Usage (Control) Act, 2005 (amended in 2013) immediately in line with the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) to protect the nation’s health and mitigate economic losses.
For detail: unb.com.bd
Published Nov 14, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tuoitrenews.vn

Health ministry proposes ban on new-generation tobacco products in Vietnam

Vietnam’s Ministry of Health has proposed banning new-generation tobacco products (NGTPs), including electronic nicotine delivery systems (e-cigarettes) and heated tobacco products (HTPs), amid rising concerns over the associated health risks.
For detail: tuoitrenews.vn
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Sweden Achieves ‘Smoke Free’ Status

Sweden Achieves ‘Smoke Free’ Status Health data released by Sweden’s public health agency show that just 4.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Sales Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Net Sales up at Scandinavian Tobacco

Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) reported a 7.1 percent increase in net sales to DKK2.4 billion ($338.94 million) for the third quarter of 2024, with an EBITDA margin before special items at 23.4 percent.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thetimes-tribune.com

The Wright Medicine: Want to prevent lung cancer? Stop smoking

By now, we all know the terrible risks smoking poses to your long-term health. But we’re also all too aware of how hard it is for people to kick this most destructive of habits for good.
For detail: thetimes-tribune.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: therakyatpost.com

‘Mushroom Vape’ Allegedly Sends Student Plunging From Perlis School Rooftop

The student, who suffered minor injuries to his legs, was taken to Kangar Health Clinic where his urine tests came back negative for conventional drugs.
For detail: therakyatpost.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: talkingretail.com

Third of UK vapers will defy flavour restriction, shows poll

Over a third of UK of vapers will defy any new flavour restrictions brought in under the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, a poll by campaign group We Vape has found.
For detail: talkingretail.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: sunlive.co.nz

Vape advertising ban ‘long overdue’

A ban on vape advertising and promotion could be on the cards for New Zealand next year, following news of upcoming changes to vaping laws.
For detail: sunlive.co.nz
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: seattlemedium.com

It’s Easier Than You Might Think For Teens To Buy Restricted E-Cigarette Devices Online

Over 1.6 million youths are vaping in middle and high school, according to the FDA.
For detail: seattlemedium.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scmp.com

Malaysia’s healthcare system faces US$82 million vaping bill

The government’s decision to legalise nicotine-laced vape products has worsened the healthcare crisis, despite efforts to limit access.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: retailtimes.co.uk

Retailers could face £5,000 if they sell vapes without a disposal unit for customers, Biffa warns

An expert from waste management company Biffa is warning business owners about the risk of significant fines for not complying with UK WEEE regulations – including the provision of a takeback system for consumers.
For detail: retailtimes.co.uk
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: readthereporter.com

Hamilton County Health Department to hold vaping webinar

The Hamilton County Health Department and Breathe Easy Hamilton County will cohost a free educational webinar for parents on the topic of vaping at 6 p.
For detail: readthereporter.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nst.com.my

Govt spends RM150,000 to treat each lung injury caused by e-ciggies, vaping

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad says the government spends more than RM150,000 to treat an individual suffering from e-cigarette or vaping use-associated lung injuries.
For detail: nst.com.my
Published Nov 14, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: newswise.com

E-Cigarette Residue Exposure in Utero Shows Lasting Effects on Immune Response

Newswise — Results from a new animal study found that maternal exposure to e-cigarette residues, with or without nicotine, affected offspring’s immune response later in life.
For detail: newswise.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.bloomberglaw.com

E-Cigarette Company Urges Court to Halt FDA's Civil Money Fine

California-based vape company Huff and Puffers claims it will suffer irreparable harm if a federal court doesn’t issue a preliminary injunction against an FDA-issued civil money penalty of $20,678 levied against its business.
For detail: news.bloomberglaw.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kwtx.com

Waco ISD installs vape-disposal boxes in high schools

WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Waco ISD is partnering with VOICE to install vape-disposal boxes on campus at Waco High School and University High School.
For detail: kwtx.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: interfax.com.ua

Philip Morris aims to regain its 28.5% market share in Ukraine within 1 to 2 years

Philip Morris International (PMI), which lost about half of its 28.5% share in the Ukrainian tobacco market at the start of the war following the closure of its factory near Kharkiv, has since regained its market share to around 26%, said Maksym Barabash, Managing Director of Philip Morris Ukraine (PMU), in an interview with Interfax-Ukraine.
For detail: interfax.com.ua
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healthday.com

Is Vaping Any Healthier Than Smoking?

There’s been plenty of scientific debate about whether vaping is safer than tobacco, and whether it may help some people stop smoking.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: freemalaysiatoday.com

Treating vape-related lung injury costs over RM150,000 per person, says Dzul

Treatment costs are expected to surge to RM369 million annually by 2030 if no measures are taken to control the use of electronic cigarettes or vaping, health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad said.
For detail: freemalaysiatoday.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

3 Tobacco Stocks to Watch as Smoke-Free Trends Ignite Growth

The Zacks Tobacco industry players are increasingly pivoting toward smoke-free alternatives, driven by consumer health awareness and tightening regulations against traditional cigarettes.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: eveshamobserver.co.uk

Police probe uncovers £150,000 in counterfeit tobacco in Evesham

Bullivant MediaBullivant Media Images taken during Evesham Town Centre's visit to the store alongside Trading Standards. West Mercia Police.
For detail: eveshamobserver.co.uk
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dmnews.com

Study finds online vape sales unchecked

A recent study by researchers at the University of California San Diego has found that online e-cigarette retailers are not consistently following laws designed to prevent the sale of vaping products to minors.
For detail: dmnews.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: daily-sun.com

Call for amending tobacco control law

Tobacco companies are hindering efforts to amend tobacco laws solely to protect their profits although over 1,61,000 people die prematurely each year in Bangladesh due to tobacco-related diseases, said speakers at a seminar on Thursday.
For detail: daily-sun.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[FCTC PHW Tobacco]

Source: daily-sun.com

Activists demand speedy amendment of tobacco law

Local non-profit Nari Maitree has sent an open letter to the chief adviser, forwarding the demands of a group of “conscious mothers” and student activists for fast-tracking the proposed amendment to the Tobacco Control Act.
For detail: daily-sun.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: c-store.com.au

Victoria introduces tough new tobacco licensing laws

Victoria is set to introduce the toughest penalties in Australia for individuals and businesses found selling tobacco without a licence.
For detail: c-store.com.au
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: conchovalleyhomepage.com

Vape detectors coming to Midway High School

HEWITT, Texas (FOX 44) – After the Waco Independent School District announced they would be tackling their vaping problems head-on, another school district is doing the same.
For detail: conchovalleyhomepage.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bernama.com

Swede Success: Sweden Make History As World’s First Smoke-free Nation

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- Sweden has officially become a smoke-free nation, with smoking prevalence across the country falling to a historic low of just 5.
For detail: bernama.com
Published Nov 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: beingpatient.com

Vaping Linked to Cognitive Impairment in College Students

This first-of-its-kind study finds that vapers score worse on cognitive tests than cigarette smokers and non-vapers. Although cigarette smoking has declined for decades in the U.S.
For detail: beingpatient.com
Published Nov 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Stakeholders Mark Start of Brazilian Tobacco Harvest

Public authorities and representatives of the tobacco supply chain celebrated the Sixth Official Opening Ceremony of the Tobacco Harvest at the Afubra Expoagro Park in Rio Pardo, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Two held for smuggling tobacco products in Erode

Two persons, who smuggled 450 kg of banned tobacco products in a vegetable-laden vehicle, were arrested by the Hasanur police in Erode district on Tuesday night.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Nov 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: spectator.co.uk

The anti-smoking drugs don’t work

Ten years ago, I decided that I should stop smoking. Before this decision, I had never given it a second thought.
For detail: spectator.co.uk
Published Nov 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: shropshire.gov.uk

Shrewsbury shop fined for illegal vape sales

A Shrewsbury shop, and its owner/director, have been ordered to pay more than £30,000 for the illegal sale of disposable vapes, and for selling a vape to a person under 18.
For detail: shropshire.gov.uk
Published Nov 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: openaccessgovernment.org

New NHS pill to help smokers quit

An improved anti-smoking pill being rolled out on the NHS could help save lives as it’s been shown to work just as well as vapes to help people quit.
For detail: openaccessgovernment.org
Published Nov 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

Understanding the diverse reasons behind teen vaping

Nicotine vapes are sometimes marketed as aids for cigarette smoking cessation. However, teens do not typically turn to electronic nicotine vapes to curb smoking habits, according to University of Michigan research.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Nov 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: identityweek.net

4 out of 5 vape users in Northern Ireland not asked to verify age

4 out of 5 vape users in Northern Ireland have never been asked to verify their age compared to 45% of UK users.
For detail: identityweek.net
Published Nov 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healthday.com

Transitioning to E-Cigarettes Aids Resolution of Respiratory Symptoms

TUESDAY, Nov. 12, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Transitioning from cigarettes to electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) is associated with resolution of respiratory symptoms, but the rate of resolution is reduced among those who switch to dual use or maintain or increase smoking intensity, according to a study published online Nov.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Nov 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gov.uk

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill 2024

Information relating to the Tobacco and Vapes Bill which was introduced in the House of Commons on 5 November 2024.
For detail: gov.uk
Published Nov 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: eurekalert.org

New evidence-based information from NCCN offers tangible and moral support for people trying to quit smoking

New NCCN Guidelines for Patients: Quitting Smoking showcases attainable and uplifting options that empower people with cancer to achieve better health outcomes.
For detail: eurekalert.org
Published Nov 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: edition.cnn.com

It’s easier than you might think for teens to buy restricted e-cigarette devices online

Although sales of tobacco products have been restricted in hundreds of municipalities across the US, a new study is highlighting some loopholes that allow children to bypass online regulations to buy e-cigarettes.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Nov 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: brusselstimes.com

No excuses': Tobacco still sold to minors without ID despite ban

Belgium increased the age limit for purchasing tobacco products from 16 to 18 in November 2019.
For detail: brusselstimes.com
Published Nov 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: blogs.bcm.edu

Quitting smoking: tips for lung cancer awareness month

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month – a time to highlight the risks of smoking and the benefits of quitting.
For detail: blogs.bcm.edu
Published Nov 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

More people smoking in parts of Devon and Cornwall

Figures show more people in some parts of the south west of England are smoking, despite levels across the UK falling to their lowest since records began in 2011.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Nov 13, 2024
[Smokers]

Source: bbc.com

Children's voices used to shame hospital smokers

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Rua and Ella in front of the school gates of Ysgol Gynradd Creigiau.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: witness.co.za

Tobacco Bill: SA spends R42 billion annually to treat tobacco-related illnesses

The bill, which has garnered both support and controversy, aims to reduce smoking rates, limit exposure to second-hand smoke, and curb youth tobacco use.
For detail: witness.co.za
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

NHS England hopes to save thousands of lives with pill that helps smokers quit

Hundreds of thousands of smokers will be given a pill that increases people’s chances of quitting, in a move that NHS bosses believe will save thousands of lives.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theconversation.com

Our new study shows teen vaping is linked to childhood trauma. Here’s why it might be harder to quit

Postdoctoral Researcher in Mental Health and Substance Abuse, University of Sydney Postdoctoral Research Associate, The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, University of Sydney.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: scitechdaily.com

Quit Smoking at 75? New Study Says It’s Never Too Late To Add Years to Your Life

Quitting smoking, even at 75, extends life expectancy, with significant benefits observed across all ages.
For detail: scitechdaily.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: pulse.ng

Smoke-Free Nigeria is Possible: Lessons from Sweden's tobacco harm reduction strategy

Despite decades of anti-smoking campaigns, over 1.1 billion people still smoke, and the numbers remain stubbornly high, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
For detail: pulse.ng
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: publications.aap.org

Reasons for Vaping Among US Adolescents

FUNDING: Data collection, analysis, and manuscript preparation were supported by research grants from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (R01DA001411 and R01DA016575), part of the National Institute of Health.
For detail: publications.aap.org
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: pharmaceutical-technology.com

NHS launches “game-changer” and lifesaving anti-smoking pill

Varenicline, taken once-a-day, reduces cravings for nicotine and helps with withdrawal symptoms in smokers.
For detail: pharmaceutical-technology.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: pharmaceutical-journal.com

Smoking cessation drug to be provided on NHS three years after its withdrawal over carcinogen concerns

Pfizer withdrew its varenicline product, Champix, from the market in 2021 owing to concerns over contamination with a probable carcinogen.
For detail: pharmaceutical-journal.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nsw.gov.au

Addressing the e-cigarette conversation gap

Our researchers are working with GPs to understand the communication gap between doctors and youth regarding e-cigarette use.
For detail: nsw.gov.au
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Assessment of e-cigarette dependence and influencing factors among Palestinian young adults: a cross-sectional study

E-cigarette use is a growing public health concern, especially because of the potential health risks it poses.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Switching from smoking to vaping improves respiratory health

A new paper in Nicotine and Tobacco Research, published by Oxford University Press, finds that people who switch from smoking cigarettes to vaping see improved respiratory health, but people who begin consuming electronic cigarettes while continuing to smoke regular cigarettes do not report improved respiratory symptoms.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.sky.com

Game-changer' stop-smoking pill varenicline to be offered on NHS

Around £2.5bn is spent annually by the NHS on treating health issues caused by smoking - the leading cause of preventable illness and deaths.
For detail: news.sky.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.cancerresearchuk.org

NHS England offers an improved stop-smoking pill to help people quit

The NHS is rolling out an improved stop-smoking pill to help tens of thousands of people in England try and quit.
For detail: news.cancerresearchuk.org
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nature.com

Assessment of e-cigarette dependence and influencing factors among Palestinian young adults: a cross-sectional study

E-cigarette use is a growing public health concern, especially because of the potential health risks it poses.
For detail: nature.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: msn.com

Boredom, relaxation and experimentation are among top reasons teens vape

LendingTree Borrow From Your Home While Keeping Your Current Mortgage Rate Nicotine vapes are sometimes marketed as aids for cigarette smoking cessation.
For detail: msn.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medscape.com

Smokeless Tobacco, Areca Nut Chewing Behind 1 in 3 Oral Cancers: IARC Report

Globally, nearly one in three cases of oral cancer can be attributed to use of smokeless tobacco and areca nut products, according to a new study from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a part of the World Health Organization (WHO).
For detail: medscape.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Data suggest smokers who switch to vaping see improved respiratory health

A paper in Nicotine and Tobacco Research finds that people who switch from smoking cigarettes to vaping see improved respiratory health, but people who begin consuming electronic cigarettes while continuing to smoke regular cigarettes do not report improved respiratory symptoms.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: latimes.com

Online vape retailers ignore rules meant to protect minors, UCSD study finds

Flavored disposable vaping devices are displayed. To try to keep young people from becoming addicted to tobacco, Congress took two steps in 2020 to keep minors from posing as adults to buy vaping products online: It barred e-cigarette sites from delivering through the U.S.
For detail: latimes.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: independent.co.uk

New ‘game changer’ stop smoking pill to be given to thousands on NHS

A daily pill designed to help people give up smoking will soon be rolled out on the NHS as experts hope it could prevent thousands of smoking-related deaths a year.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: healio.com

Teens vape nicotine to help them relax, survey finds

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on Pediatric Adolescent Medicine.
For detail: healio.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: eurekalert.org

Smokers who switch to vaping see improved respiratory health

A new paper in Nicotine and Tobacco Research, published by Oxford University Press, finds that people who switch from smoking cigarettes to vaping see improved respiratory health, but people who begin consuming electronic cigarettes while continuing to smoke regular cigarettes do not report improved respiratory symptoms.
For detail: eurekalert.org
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: england.nhs.uk

NHS rolls out ‘stop-smoking’ pill to help tens of thousands quit

Thousands of lives could be saved thanks to the roll-out of an improved anti-smoking pill on the NHS in England, the head of the health service will announce today.
For detail: england.nhs.uk
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

NHS offers 'improved' stop smoking pill

The NHS will start offering an "improved" stop smoking pill to tens of thousands of people in England who want to quit cigarettes.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: asianews.network

Vietnam’s Minister of Health responds to legislators’ concerns about e-cigarettes, heated tobacco

Minister of Health Dao Hong Lan hopes a proposal banning e-cigarettes and heated tobacco would be considered in the session and that the NA would issue a decision to ban these products to protect public health.
For detail: asianews.network
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: academic.oup.com

Association of Cigarette–E-Cigarette Transitions With Respiratory Symptom Resolution

Adults increasingly use e-cigarettes for cigarette cessation because of the perceived reduced risk.
For detail: academic.oup.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abccolumbia.com

Study: Easier for teens to buy restricted e-cig devices online

You have to be 21 to buy tobacco products, and retailers are required to verify with photo ID’s.
For detail: abccolumbia.com
Published Nov 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: aa.com.tr

UK launches new stop-smoking pill to combat tobacco addiction

The UK's National Health Service (NHS) announced on Tuesday the rollout of an improved version of varenicline, a stop-smoking pill, to help tens of thousands quit smoking.
For detail: aa.com.tr
Published Nov 11, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

World No Tobacco Day: Unmasking the appeal

WHO is pleased to announce the theme for the 2025 World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) campaign: “Unmasking the Appeal: Exposing Industry Tactics on Tobacco and Nicotine Products.
For detail: who.int
Published Nov 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vietnamnet.vn

Ministry of Industry denies proposal to continue e-cigarette regulation pilot

Responding to concerns about e-cigarettes, Minister of Industry Nguyen Hong Dien stated on November 11 that the ministry does not support extending any pilot regulation program and instead advocates a full ban on these products, citing health risks.
For detail: vietnamnet.vn
Published Nov 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: today.ucsd.edu

Online E-Cigarette Retailers Fail to Comply with Sale Regulations

Flavored e-cigarettes are being purchased online and shipped to cities and states where regulations prohibit their sale.
For detail: today.ucsd.edu
Published Nov 11, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Top Court Strikes Down Vape Import Ban

Mexico’s ban on imports of e-cigarettes and related products is unconstitutional, the nation’s top court ruled, reports Meganoticias.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: msn.com

Mixed responses from eThekwini residents on Tobacco Products Bill

Mixed reactions from residents emerged during the resumption of public hearings on the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill of 2022 in Durban on Sunday.
For detail: msn.com
Published Nov 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: english.vov.vn

Health Ministry proposes a ban on e-cigarettes, heated tobacco products in Vietnam

VOV.VN - Minister of Health Dao Hong Lan has proposed that the National Assembly issue a resolution on banning e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products before the Law on Prevention and Control of Tobacco Harms is reviewed for amendment in the near future.
For detail: english.vov.vn
Published Nov 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: e.vnexpress.net

Vietnam's Health Ministry proposes ban on e-cigarettes, heated tobacco products

Minister of Health Dao Hong Lan holds an e-cigarette product as she answers questions about the product at a National Assembly session in Hanoi, Nov. 11, 2024.
For detail: e.vnexpress.net
Published Nov 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cnbc.com

China’s state-owned tobacco behemoth is booming, defying global trends and anti-smoking efforts

SHANGHAI, CHINA - MARCH 7, 2023 - Photo taken on March 7, 2023 shows cigarettes in Shanghai.
For detail: cnbc.com
Published Nov 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: citizen.co.za

E-cigarette association calls for separate regulations

The Vapour Products Association of South Africa (VPASA) expressed its views on Tobacco Products and the Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill at a public meeting in eNseleni Department of Health Portfolio Committee members during the public engagement Equating vaping with smoking, as in current legislation, fails to protect the interests of smokers.
For detail: citizen.co.za
Published Nov 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bristolpost.co.uk

I quit vaping immediately after doctor explained eye symptom'

A woman says she is “24 going on 74” after 18 months of vaping gave her a string of unpleasant symptoms.
For detail: bristolpost.co.uk
Published Nov 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bollywoodhungama.com

Clean slate, BIG gains: Shah Rukh Khan’s decision to quit smoking attracts global brand interest

This year, Shah Rukh Khan didn’t greet fans on his birthday on November 2, as has been the tradition for years.
For detail: bollywoodhungama.com
Published Nov 11, 2024
[NCD Cigarette]

Source: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com

Assessing the knowledge, attitude and practice of electronic cigarettes and their associated factors among undergraduate students of Institute of Medicine, Nepal: a cross-sectional study

Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are gaining popularity globally and becoming popular among young people, including in Nepal.
For detail: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com
Published Nov 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: albanyherald.com

It’s easier than you might think for teens to buy restricted e-cigarette devices online

(CNN) — Although sales of tobacco products have been restricted in hundreds of municipalities across the US, a new study is highlighting some loopholes that allow children to bypass online regulations to buy e-cigarettes.
For detail: albanyherald.com
Published Nov 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ajmc.com

Smoking a Risk Factor for CRC in Black African Patients

Risk factors of colorectal cancer (CRC) include both smoking and a combination of smoking and alcohol in African patients.
For detail: ajmc.com
Published Nov 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

In the moral panic over vaping, we risk forgetting that cigarettes kill

Imagine we’d found a way to get millions of people to switch from alcohol, which in this country kills 10,000 people a year, to another kind of substance: still addictive, still not risk-free, but when compared with the booze, pretty harmless.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Nov 09, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: vietnam.vn

Vietnam must act now to protect young people from tobacco addiction.

On 4/11, at the Conference on sharing experiences on tobacco control of ASEAN countries, the leaders of the Ministry of Health continued to affirm the industry's viewpoint of banning the production, trading, import, advertising, and use of new tobacco products.
For detail: vietnam.vn
Published Nov 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

IRADA: Tobacco Harm Reduction is a need of the hour to Save Lives in Pakistan

Asif ali soomro IRADA: Tobacco Harm Reduction is a need of the hour to Save Lives in Pakistan.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Nov 08, 2024
[PTC Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Bangladesh Fulfills Small-Pack Export Order

Bangladesh fulfilled a significant cigarette export order that failed to obtain regulatory approval in Pakistan, reports Profit.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: scoop.co.nz

Concerns Remain Over Tobacco Interference

Concerns about the tobacco industry’s ability to interfere in government policy making remain, despite the inability of the Office of the Auditor-General to investigate the Government’s decision to halve the excise tax on heated tobacco products.
For detail: scoop.co.nz
Published Nov 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: polskieradio.pl

Poland to ban synthetic nicotine pouches amid health concerns, health minister announces

The proposed ban, which aims to address rising health concerns, is currently under review and will depend on the outcome of consultations, Leszczyna said in an interview with TVP Info.
For detail: polskieradio.pl
Published Nov 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: labour.org.nz

Release: Concerns remain over tobacco interference

Concerns about the tobacco industry’s ability to interfere in government policy making remain, despite the inability of the Office of the Auditor-General to investigate the Government’s decision to halve the excise tax on heated tobacco products.
For detail: labour.org.nz
Published Nov 08, 2024
[Smoking FCTC]

Source: dialoguepakistan.com

Reducing Healthcare Burden Through Tobacco Harm Reduction: A Sustainable Solution for Pakistan

Smoking is one of Pakistan’s most pressing public health issues, leading to over 160,000 deaths every year.
For detail: dialoguepakistan.com
Published Nov 07, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: uicc.org

Philip Morris-funded foundation changes name but maintains pro-tobacco agenda

The Foundation for a Smoke-Free World, has been recently renamed Global Action to End Smoking (GAES).
For detail: uicc.org
Published Nov 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Thailand: Push to Ban Smoking in Cars

Thailand’s Tobacco Products Control Committee wants to ban smoking in private cars to protect passengers from secondhand smoke, reports The Nation.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 07, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

School Makes Students Wear Vest While Smoking

A high school in the Netherlands has banned smoking and vaping unless students have written permission from their parents and wear a yellow high-visibility vest while doing it, reports DutchNews.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 07, 2024
[Doomed Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Canada’s $32 Billion Tobacco Deal not ‘Doomed’: Judge

An Ontario judge says any outstanding issues regarding a proposed $32.5 billion settlement between three major tobacco companies and their creditors should be solvable in the coming months.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Dutch Flavor Ban Lawful: Court

The Dutch ban on flavored vapes is lawful, a court in The Hague ruled, arguing that the harmfulness of e-cigarettes and the “attractive effect” of sweet flavors on young people have been sufficiently established, reports The NL Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: meer.com

Rising nicotine use among youth: a global concern

Basking in the sun, he reflects the allure of a lifestyle that increasingly intertwines with nicotine culture in urban Kenya Basking in the sun, he reflects the allure of a lifestyle that increasingly intertwines with nicotine culture in urban Kenya.
For detail: meer.com
Published Nov 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: filtermag.org

“906 Vapor” Tracks Assault on Grassroots Tobacco Harm Reduction

906 Vapor is a short documentary I made about a vape shop owned by Slis in Houghton, Michigan. The population of this quirky, remote Upper Peninsula community is just shy of 8,000.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Nov 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: brusselstimes.com

Enough is enough': Health groups urge EU to implement tobacco policies

Nine European health organisations have accused the EU of losing its momentum in the fight against tobacco in a joint statement released on Tuesday.
For detail: brusselstimes.com
Published Nov 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: blogs.und.edu

Tobacco use on campus: ‘No’ means ‘no’

UND policy prohibits tobacco use on campus property, including the Quad, UND Police Chief Rodney Clark affirms As this sign on Princeton Street declares, tobacco use is not allowed on UND property.
For detail: blogs.und.edu
Published Nov 07, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: blogs.bmj.com

Tobacco Company interference thwarts progression of tobacco control law in Bangladesh

Bangladesh’s already long-drawn-out amendment process of its tobacco control law, namely the Smoking and Tobacco Products Usage (Control) (Amendment) Act, 2013, has dragged itself into its third year in July 2024.
For detail: blogs.bmj.com
Published Nov 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: themovieblog.com

Vaping on the Silver Screen: How Film Depicts the Vape Culture

Over the last decade, vaping has transformed from a niche habit into a global cultural phenomenon.
For detail: themovieblog.com
Published Nov 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: studyfinds.org

This is the worst e-cigarette flavor to inhale, scientists warn

MONTREAL, Quebec — While previous studies have shown that vaping is harmful, one flavor of e-cigarette stands out as the worst of them all.
For detail: studyfinds.org
Published Nov 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Dutch court upholds e-cigarette flavor ban

A Dutch court on Wednesday upheld a government ban on sweet flavors for e-cigarettes, arguing they encouraged young people to smoke.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Nov 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: jurist.org

UK Parliament begins first reading of Tobacco and Vapes Bill

The UK House of Commons began its first reading on Tuesday of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill which aims to restrict the legal age to purchase tobacco each year to create the “first smoke-free generation”.
For detail: jurist.org
Published Nov 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: barrons.com

Dutch Court Upholds E-cigarette Flavour Ban

A Dutch court on Wednesday upheld a government ban on sweet flavours for e-cigarettes, arguing they encouraged young people to smoke.
For detail: barrons.com
Published Nov 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: afp.com

Smoke Free Sweden: EU’s Outdated Tobacco Strategy Is Failing and Costing Lives

New analysis of data by Smoke Free Sweden from the Europe Union’s leading research body reveals how the EU’s outdated tobacco control strategy is losing the war against smoking.
For detail: afp.com
Published Nov 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

The UK’s Controversial Ban on Disposable Vapes Has Been Officially Announced

Tobacco harm reduction (THR) experts are deply concerned that this ban could drive current vapers back to smoking or into illegal markets, reversing years of progress in the area of smoking cessation.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Nov 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

U.K. Tobacco and Vapes Bill Introduced

The U.K. government will introduce its Tobacco and Vapes Bill in Parliament today.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: sustainabilitymag.com

The Sustainability Impacts of the UK's Disposable Vape Ban

The UK Government has recently announced its commitment to ban disposable vapes by June 2025.
For detail: sustainabilitymag.com
Published Nov 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sciencemediacentre.org

expert reaction to the tobacco and vapes bill

Prof Ann McNeill, Professor of Tobacco Addiction at the Institute of Psychiatry Psychology & Neuroscience, King’s College London, said: “The last time we saw a White Paper announcing a comprehensive tobacco control strategy to combat smoking was over 25 years ago, so a refresh and enhancement of that strategy is desperately needed.
For detail: sciencemediacentre.org
Published Nov 05, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: nigerianeye.com

Global South governments standing up to Big Tobacco’s rampant illicit trade interference

Held from 23-24 October in Quezon City, Philippines, the National Tobacco Administration’s (NTA) global anti-illicit trade summit aimed high, but like many similar efforts, fell prey to familiar pitfalls.
For detail: nigerianeye.com
Published Nov 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.cancerresearchuk.org

Tobacco and Vapes Bill 2.0 introduced to Parliament

Today marks an exciting day for our Smokefree UK campaign with the new Tobacco and Vapes Bill officially introduced to Parliament.
For detail: news.cancerresearchuk.org
Published Nov 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: gov.uk

Smoking ban introduced to protect children and most vulnerable

The government will introduce plans for tougher action to protect people from the harms of smoking in the Tobacco and Vapes Bill today.
For detail: gov.uk
Published Nov 05, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: gov.uk

Protecting children, families and vulnerable from tobacco harms

No smoker wants to harm other people, but with second-hand smoke they unintentionally do. Despite efforts by the tobacco industry to undermine the evidence on this, it is overwhelming.
For detail: gov.uk
Published Nov 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: euronews.com

UK introduces anti-tobacco bill to 'break the cycle of addiction'


For detail: euronews.com
Published Nov 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: businesswire.com

Smoke Free Sweden: EU’s Outdated Tobacco Strategy Is Failing and Costing Lives

STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--New analysis of data by Smoke Free Sweden from the Europe Union’s leading research body reveals how the EU’s outdated tobacco control strategy is losing the war against smoking.
For detail: businesswire.com
Published Nov 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bills.parliament.uk

Tobacco and Vapes Bill

A Bill to make provision about the supply of tobacco, vapes and other products, including provision prohibiting the sale of tobacco to people born on or after 1 January 2009 and provision about the licensing of retail sales and the registration of retailers.
For detail: bills.parliament.uk
Published Nov 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

What is the UK smoking ban and how many people still smoke?

It will be illegal for anyone currently aged 15 or under to ever buy cigarettes in the UK, under new laws proposed by the government.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Nov 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Health Ministry Wants to Ban New Tobacco Products

Vietnam’s health ministry has proposed a national ban on e-cigarettes and tobacco-heating products, reports Vietnam News.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Maldives Ends Bonding Option for Tobacco

Tobacco products can no longer be bonded in the Maldives following an amendment of the island nation’s customs regulations, reports The Edition.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Gibraltar Increases Cigarette Duty

The government of Gibraltar has increased the duty on cigarettes by GIP0.25 ($0.32) per pack, reports The Gibraltar Chronicle.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 03, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: thenews.com.pk

Tobacco harm reduction

obacco use remains a significant threat to global public health. The ongoing tobacco epidemic is increasingly dangerous in countries with developing economies like Pakistan.
For detail: thenews.com.pk
Published Nov 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Pub garden smoking ban dropped from government plans

Getty Images Three people are standing together outdoors - one woman has a cigarette in her hand while the other two men are blowing tobacco smoke out of their mouthsGetty Images The government is to ditch plans to ban smoking in the gardens of pubs and restaurants in England.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Nov 03, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Disposable vape ban to be debated in Jersey

Ministers want to update an existing law on single use plastics to ban e-cigarettes It could be an offence to sell or supply disposable vapes in Jersey from April 2025 if a proposition is approved.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Nov 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: uq.edu.au

Call for volunteers for quit smoking study with benefits

Queenslanders who want to give up smoking can access free nicotine replacement therapies and potentially life-saving lung cancer screening by participating in a new study.
For detail: uq.edu.au
Published Nov 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Spread the Word

Ahead of the 2024 CORESTA Congress that was held in Scotland Oct.13-17 under the theme “Advancing Tobacco Harm Reduction through Scientific Collaboration,” Tobacco Reporter took the opportunity to interview Danielle Tower, group head of scientific and regulatory affairs at BAT, the host of the Congress.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 01, 2024
[FCTC PTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Small Packs, Big Problems

No matter the outcome, the situation is unlikely to yield any winners. In April, local news outlets reported that BAT subsidiary Pakistan Tobacco Co.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 01, 2024
[FCTC PTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Small Packs, Big Problems

No matter the outcome, the situation is unlikely to yield any winners. In April, local news outlets reported that BAT subsidiary Pakistan Tobacco Co.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Nov 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Burning out: how Australia’s bid to cut smoking rates exploded into suburban tobacco wars

There are three tobacconists in a strip of no more than a dozen shops on the same side of a street in Melbourne’s west.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Nov 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Disposable vapes ban could push some users back to smoking, ministers told

Ministers have been told that a plan to ban the sale of disposable vapes by next summer could lead to some users “reverting or relapsing” back to cigarette smoking.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Nov 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thedailystar.net

Banning smoking in public places

While walking along the footpaths of Dhaka, one of the most persistent problems we face is exposure to cigarette smoke.
For detail: thedailystar.net
Published Nov 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theboar.org

One million students vaping yet many have never smoked

New estimates suggest that, since disposable vapes became available in 2021, one million adults have started vaping, despite never having been regular smokers.
For detail: theboar.org
Published Nov 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: studyfinds.org

How long does it really take to recover from smoking?

SEOUL, South Korea — Even if you quit cold turkey, smokers face a very long road to get back to perfect health.
For detail: studyfinds.org
Published Nov 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: smh.com.au

We protect our kids from smoking, so why do cars get a free ride?

Since the 1990s, Australia has been a global leader in creating smoke-free zones. Aware of the mounting health impacts, we banned cigarette smoking in shopping centres, playgrounds, schools, and in cars with minors.
For detail: smh.com.au
Published Nov 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Quitting smoking after cancer diagnosis can add years to patient lives

With this information in hand, all cancer centers have an obligation to offer evidence-based smoking cessation to all patients, said Graham Warren, M.D., Ph.D.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Nov 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Novel digital pet game within smoking cessation app increases user engagement

Dragon evolution. (A) Egg hatches into full dragon. (B) Evolves every 7d, gains new "abilities.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Nov 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: guernseypress.com

Smoking in cars carrying children banned from today

The new legislation makes it illegal for an adult to smoke in an enclosed vehicle carrying a child and carries a fine of £125.
For detail: guernseypress.com
Published Nov 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: edexec.co.uk

NEWS: Quarter of Teens Now Regularly Vaping

As reported by NHS England, a new report reveals that one in 10 teens vape regularly, raising concerns over addiction risks and targeting of youth by vape sellers A quarter of 11 to 15-year-olds have tried vaping and nearly 1 in 10 (9%) do it frequently, according to new statistics published recently.
For detail: edexec.co.uk
Published Nov 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: calgaryherald.com

Opinion: Youth opposed to vaping remind government they are voters

As a group of high school and university students, we have attempted unsuccessfully to engage Alberta Members of the Legislative Assembly on the important problem of vaping among Alberta children and youth.
For detail: calgaryherald.com
Published Nov 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Ban on smoking in cars with children goes live

Press Association A hand holding a lit cigarette in focus in the foreground. In the blurred background, a doll of a baby is dressed in a red coat in a car seat.
For detail: bbc.com

News Excerpts of October-2024

Published Oct 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vaping360.com

UK Government Announces Vape Tax

Yesterday, the top United Kingdom treasury official announced that vaping products will be taxed at a rate of £2.
For detail: vaping360.com
Published Oct 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

U.K. Announces Cigarette and Vape Tax Hikes

The U.K. government will increase tobacco duties by 2 percent above inflation for the remainder of the current parliamentary session and increase duty by a further 10 percent on roll-your-own tobacco this year, Finance Minister Rachel Reeves announced during the presentation of her budget plans on Oct. 30.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Japan Tobacco Reports Third-Quarter Results

Japan Tobacco reported revenue of ¥2.21 trillion and adjusted operating profit of ¥681.7 billion at constant currency exchange rates for the third quarter of fiscal 2024, up 6.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 31, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: thenationonlineng.net

A smoke-free Nigeria is possible: Lessons from Sweden’s successful tobacco harm reduction strategy

Tobacco use remains one of the most pressing public health challenges of our time, responsible for more than 8 million deaths annually worldwide.
For detail: thenationonlineng.net
Published Oct 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: talkingretail.com

Budget response: Tax increases on tobacco and vape liquids

During yesterday’s Budget (30 October), the chancellor announced that duty on hand-rolling tobacco will go up by 10% this year, and there will be “a one-off increase in tobacco duty to maintain the incentive for smokers to give up smoking”.
For detail: talkingretail.com
Published Oct 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: mdanderson.org

Quitting smoking after cancer diagnosis improves survival across a wide variety of cancers

Smokers who are diagnosed with cancer now have more incentive to quit, as researchers from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have found survival outcomes were optimized when patients quit smoking within six months of their diagnosis.
For detail: mdanderson.org
Published Oct 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: financialpost.com

Opinion: Take Big Tobacco’s money and help people quit smoking

The priority is getting people to quit, whether they give up nicotine entirely or switch to delivery forms that are much less risky.
For detail: financialpost.com
Published Oct 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: canr.msu.edu

Vaping use among Michigan youth

Understanding the prevalence, risks and prevention efforts surrounding youth vaping in Michigan.
For detail: canr.msu.edu
Published Oct 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Vaping tax and tobacco duty rises set out in Budget

The cost of vaping and smoking will increase following tax rises announced in Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ajmc.com

Early Smoking Cessation Treatment After Cancer Diagnosis Improves Survival

Evidence-based smoking cessation 6 months after a cancer diagnosis was found to maximize survival benefit, highlighting the importance of early clinical intervention for patients after being diagnosed with cancer.
For detail: ajmc.com
Published Oct 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

FDA Warns Companies For Selling ‘Smart’ Vapes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued warning letters to nine online retailers and one manufacturer for selling or distributing unauthorized disposable e-cigarettes designed to resemble smart technology, including smartphones and gaming devices.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

France to Ban Nicotine Pouches

In an interview with Le Parisien published on Oct. 30, Health Minister Genevieve Darrieussecq said that pouches “are dangerous products because they contain high doses of nicotine.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.gsu.edu

$1.5 Million Grant to Expand Mindfulness-Based Smoking Cessation Tool Developed by Georgia State Researchers

ATLANTA—A mindfulness-based smoking cessation tool developed by Georgia State University researchers will reach a wider, more diverse audience thanks to a five-year, $1.5 million grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
For detail: news.gsu.edu
Published Oct 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businessinsider.com

This company's vision for a smokeless world is driving the transformation of the global tobacco industry

The global British American Tobacco Group (BAT) is pursuing "A Better TomorrowTM by Building a Smokeless World" — and transforming their business and an entire industry.
For detail: businessinsider.com
Published Oct 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sheffield.ac.uk

Minimum pricing for tobacco could help to reduce smoking rates in Scotland, new research suggests

New research from the University of Sheffield has assessed the potential effectiveness of minimum pricing policies for tobacco that could help reduce smoking rates and improve health in Scotland.
For detail: sheffield.ac.uk
Published Oct 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Derailing Harm Reduction?

The rise of vaping as an alternative to smoking has brought the promise of significant net public health benefits but equally meaningful regulatory challenges.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: oecd.org

Industry, business and entrepreneurship

Countries in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) could reduce the widespread consumption of tobacco and its cost to society by better design and administration of tobacco taxes, according to a new OECD report.
For detail: oecd.org
Published Oct 28, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: oecd.org

Tobacco Taxation in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2021, over 350 000 individuals died from tobacco use and second-hand smoke in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).
For detail: oecd.org
Published Oct 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: learningenglish.voanews.com

Teen Smoking in US Drops to Lowest Level in 25 Years

A new government study suggests U.S. teen smoking rates reached an all-time low this year. The study was a survey of American youth carried out by the U.
For detail: learningenglish.voanews.com
Published Oct 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: academic.oup.com

How do industry and other actors undermine tobacco control policies post-adoption? A scoping review

Over recent decades, many countries have strengthened their tobacco control policies.
For detail: academic.oup.com
Published Oct 27, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: theguardian.com

Will Mexico’s plan to constitutionally ban vapes play into the hands of cartels?

Move prompts fears it will boost black market and prevent regulation: ‘Banning something doesn’t make it safe’ Mexico’s president, Claudia Sheinbaum, has confirmed that her government will seek to enshrine a ban on e-cigarettes and vapes in the country’s constitution by the end of the year.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Oct 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: scmp.com

African cigars? Mozambique company is changing the tobacco game one roll at a time

Premium cigars made in Africa may sound surprising, but Bongani Cigars rolls thousands a day.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Oct 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healio.com

Smoking cessation prescriptions increase when patients have asthma

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on Asthma and Respiratory Disorders.
For detail: healio.com
Published Oct 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dailyrecord.co.uk

Vaping addiction among people hooked on booze or drugs has soared, say experts

UK Addiction Treatment Centres said 2500 admitted to its eight clinics for alcohol and drug problems in the last year were also hooked on vapes.
For detail: dailyrecord.co.uk
Published Oct 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: zawya.com

Media Statement: Committee on Health Resolves to Continue with Public Hearing on Tobacco Bill

The Portfolio Committee on Health has resolved, after receiving a legal opinion, to continue with its programme, which among other things includes public hearings on the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems.
For detail: zawya.com
Published Oct 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Kids will just start smoking if vapes are banned

Has anyone in government ever asked a teenager what they’d do if vapes were made illegal? Clearly not, it seems, if you’ve read the work of Caitlin Notley, professor of addiction studies at the University of East Anglia.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Oct 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: myjoyonline.com

Quit or Switch: The urgency of Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) strategy in Ghana to reduce the harm caused by smoking

Combustible tobacco continues to be one of the leading causes of preventable diseases worldwide, with millions of people suffering from the health consequences of nicotine addiction and tar.
For detail: myjoyonline.com
Published Oct 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: mirror.co.uk

Vaping addiction among rehab patients soars by nearly a third in a year

Some 80% of patients admitted to UK Addiction Treatment Centres with substance addiction issues last year were also struggling to quit e-cigarettes Vaping addiction among people addicted to booze or drugs has rocketed by nearly a third in a year.
For detail: mirror.co.uk
Published Oct 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: evrimagaci.org

Vaping Health Risks Uncovered Ahead Of Disposable Ban

Growing concerns about vaping's impact on youth health prompt legislative action and research on consumption effects Vaping has surged in popularity, particularly among younger generations, leading to increasing concern over its potential health risks.
For detail: evrimagaci.org
Published Oct 26, 2024
[TCC Tobacco]

Source: bssnews.net

Experts for strengthening tobacco control law to protect youth

DHAKA, Oct 26, 2024 (BSS) - Experts at a view-exchange meeting today stressed the need of strengthening the tobacco control law along with raising tax and prices of tobacco products to protect the country's youth as they comprise nearly 48 percent of the total population.
For detail: bssnews.net
Published Oct 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

Should the tobacco tax be reduced? MPs speak out as cigarette prices soar and illegal black market spirals 'out of control'

Cigarettes in plain packaging with graphic health warnings, with smoke superimposed over the top Australia's tobacco excise is among the highest in the world and critics believe it's fuelling a black market.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Disposable vapes to be banned by next summer - What does it mean for you?

The government has announced that disposable vapes will be banned from next summer to protect people's health and also the environment.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youthtoday.org

Tobacco product use among middle and high school students

youth tobacco use, vaping: Black and white photo of two older teens sitting against brick wall smoking electronic cigarettes “Use of tobacco products in any form is unsafe, and nearly all tobacco product use begins during adolescence.
For detail: youthtoday.org
Published Oct 25, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: vice.com

3 Million Disposable Vapes Seized in $76 Million Bust of Chinese Imports

Illegal vapes were the target of an organized federal raid that halted the importation of $76 million worth of counterfeit e-cigarettes.
For detail: vice.com
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vapingpost.com

Another Set Back for THR Efforts in France With Proposed Vape Tax

Despite all the data indicating the ineffectivity of vape taxes, France seems set on setting a flat rate tax on all e-liquids, whether they contain nicotine or not, potentially driving vapers back to cigarettes and discouraging many smokers from switching to the safer alrernatives.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Idea Vaping]

Source: vapingpost.com

Why the UK’s Proposed Ban on Disposable Vapes is a Bad Idea

As the UK presses on with a proposed ban on disposable vapes, multiple entities express concern about the measure.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

UKVIA Urges Balance in Vape Legislation

The U.K. Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) has warned policymakers ahead of the Tobacco & Vapes Bill that it has to strike the right balance between introducing new vaping legislation and ensuring that it does not deter smokers from giving up by switching to considerably less harmful vapes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

University of Louisville to Host THR Course

The University of Louisville School of Medicine will host a continuing education course on tobacco harm reduction (THR).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thestar.com.my

Retailers reminded that vapes need Sirim approval

KUALA LUMPUR: All electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) and vape device retailers have to ensure their products have the Standard and Industrial Research Institute of Malaysia (Sirim) certification mark, says the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry.
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

More than half of WA pharmacies choosing not to stock vapes, survey shows

A survey of almost 600 pharmacies in Western Australia has revealed more than half are choosing not to stock vapes, with many of them concerned about supplying an unregulated product.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Juul]

Source: theguardian.com

US ex-Juul users suddenly find thousands in their bank accounts after lawsuit: ‘I forgot about it completely’

Recipients say they filed class-action claims on a whim amid lawsuit alleging products were unlawfully marketed to minors Drewe Raimi was lying in bed scrolling TikTok when she got the notification: Venmo’s cash register cha-ching, telling her $3,456.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: spectrumlocalnews.com

Twenty years of tobacco: Tra­di­tions continue at the State Fair

RALEIGH, N.C. — The tradition of tobacco continues for its 20th year at the State Fair as teams gathered to compete for the title of best tobacco loopers, or stringers, depending on what part of the state they’re from.
For detail: spectrumlocalnews.com
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sciencenews.org

Drop in vaping drives tobacco product use by U.S. youth to a record low

Only 8 percent of teens and tweens reported current use of any tobacco product in 2024 Two young people hold anti-tobacco signs at a a rally.
For detail: sciencenews.org
Published Oct 25, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: publications.aap.org

E-Cigarette Use by Female vs Male High School Students

Address correspondence to Andrew B. Seidenberg, PhD, MPH, Truth Initiative Schroeder Institute, 900 G St, NW Fourth Floor, Washington, DC 20001.
For detail: publications.aap.org
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: oregonbusiness.com

Appeals Court Rules Oregon Vape Sellers Can Use ‘Flavor’ Words

The Oregon Court of Appeals has ruled that sellers of e-cigarettes and related products can use “flashy” packaging and terms like “juicy” and “cool” in their marketing.
For detail: oregonbusiness.com
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nny360.com

Students have ‘seen enough tobacco’

Reality Check Youth from Canton Central spread awareness about the dangers of tobacco with a creative display.
For detail: nny360.com
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

UK to ban disposable vapes in effort to protect youth health and environment

The UK government has officially introduced legislation to ban the sale of single-use disposable vapes in England, Scotland, and Wales, effective from June 1, 2025.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.sky.com

Government refuses to comment on reports of it dropping proposed outdoor smoking ban

Labour's Sir Keir Starmer said in the summer his government was considering banning outdoor smoking. But reports have now surfaced of Downing Street blocking the proposal.
For detail: news.sky.com
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.cancerresearchuk.org

Around 350 young adults start smoking every day in the UK

A new study that we funded, published today in Nicotine and Tobacco Research, has revealed that more than 127,000 18–25-year-olds start smoking tobacco regularly each year in the UK – that’s around 350 per day.
For detail: news.cancerresearchuk.org
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: knopnews2.com

Tobacco Free coordinator says teen smoking is still a problem following CDC report

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Teen smoking and other tobacco usage in 2024 has dropped to its lowest level in 25 years, according to the CDC.
For detail: knopnews2.com
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: irishnews.com

Vaping: 80% of vapers never been asked for age verification in Northern Ireland

Around 80% of vapers say they have never been asked for age verification in Northern Ireland, according to new research.
For detail: irishnews.com
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: independent.co.uk

Is Britain’s disposable vape ban a good idea? Join The Independent Debate

Share your views as disposable vapes are set to be banned across Britain next year, amid fears children are illegally buying the devices Disposable vapes are set to be banned across Britain The UK government is planning to ban disposable vapes by summer 2025 – and we want to know if you back the move.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: filtermag.org

The UK Will Ban Disposable Vapes From June 2025

Disposable vapes will be banned in the United Kingdom in 2025, in a bid to curb youth vaping and protect the environment, the government has announced.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: expresshealthcare.in

India’s tobacco crisis: DAAD survey highlights gaps in cessation efforts and calls for safer alternatives

Survey shows 65 per cent of doctors support integrating safer cessation alternatives, urging reforms in tobacco cessation policies India’s ongoing tobacco epidemic, where nearly four in ten households contend with smoking addiction, has led healthcare professionals to advocate for policy reforms and new strategies to combat tobacco use.
For detail: expresshealthcare.in
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: convenience.org

Don’t Forget to Renew Your Membership!

Latest Magazine CoverRead the latest issue of NACS Magazine for a monthly dose of insights, industry data and best practices from leading retailers.
For detail: convenience.org
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: channelx.world

Now vapes set for a ban, what’s next on e-waste agenda?

Trojan Electronics is delighted to announce that its long-standing campaign to ban disposable vapes has been successful, with the UK government confirming the ban will come into effect on 1st June 2025.
For detail: channelx.world
Published Oct 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businesstech.co.za

New smoking laws for South Africa heat up

The widely debated proposed smoking laws for South Africa are back on the Parliamentary agenda, with signs pointing to the proposals proceeding all steam ahead if they tick all the legal boxes.
For detail: businesstech.co.za
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Disposable Vapes to Be Banned by Next Summer

The government crackdown aims to curb the dramatic rise in young people becoming addicted to vapes and cut down on plastic littering.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: upr.org

Ask an Expert: What you need to know about youth vaping

The use of e-cigarettes, commonly known as vaping, has surged among youth and young adults since the devices were introduced to the U.S.
For detail: upr.org
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ucl.ac.uk

Smokers in England increasingly not smoking every day but less motivated to quit

The proportion of English adults who smoke cigarettes but don’t smoke every day has increased over the past 20 years, while the proportion that are motivated to quit smoking has fallen, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.
For detail: ucl.ac.uk
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

President Wants Higher Tobacco Sales Age

The president of Maldives wants to raise the legal age for the sale of tobacco products from 18 to 21, reports The Edition. In a post on the social media platform X, Mohamed Muizzu announced that he will propose amendments to the Tobacco Control Act as part of efforts to discourage young people from adopting tobacco use.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

UK Disposable Vape Ban Begins in June

The sale of single-use vapes will be banned in England from June next year, the British government said on Thursday, seeking to crack down on the environmental harm and rising usage levels among children.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Law Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Oregon Court Strikes Down Vape Packaging Law

The Oregon Court of Appeals on Oct. 16 struck down a law restricting the packaging of vape and cannabis products on the grounds that the legislation unconstitutionally restricts free speech, reports Keller & Heckman.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: tnx.africa

Gen Zs turn to chewable tobacco and vapes amidst addiction crisis

Collins Mutisya, a third-year university student at a local university, pinches his lower lip and carefully uses his other hand to place tobacco between his lip and lower gum.
For detail: tnx.africa
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thesun.my

Rising minimum wage, tobacco display ban will drive up operating costs

Fazli added that the increase in the minimum wage will cause businesses to face tremendous labour cost rises, which will be hard to mitigate for SMEs and businesses in rural areas.
For detail: thesun.my
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thestar.com.my

RM183mil in taxes collected from vape products

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of RM183.1mil in tax revenue has been collected from electronic cigarettes and vape products in the past three years, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published Oct 24, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: theindependent.sg

Number of fines for e-cigarette users rise, with a sizeable portion of users being students

SINGAPORE: In a joint effort to curb the illegal possession and use of e-cigarettes, multiple government agencies have ramped up enforcement measures, resulting in a significant rise in penalties.
For detail: theindependent.sg
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Disposable vapes to be banned in England next June, says Labour

Disposable vapes will be banned from sale in England next summer, the government has confirmed.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: style.yahoo.com

This is what vaping does to your body

The UK government has announced it will ban the sale of disposable vapes in England from June 2025.
For detail: style.yahoo.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sinardaily.my

UK to ban sale of disposable vapes by next summer

Businesses will have until the deadline "to sell any remaining stock they hold and prepare for the ban coming into force.
For detail: sinardaily.my
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sherwood.news

Zyn sales surge for Philip Morris International as pouches’ rise resembles vapes’

#Zynning… You know your brand’s big when it becomes a verb. Philip Morris InternationalPM $131.20 (-0.02%) bought nicotine-pouch brand Zyn in 2022 for $16B; this year PMI expects to sell up to 580M cans of the smokeless stuff.
For detail: sherwood.news
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sciencedirect.com

The Hidden Dangers of E-Cigarettes on Oral Health in Conjunction with Dental Implants: A Narrative Review

The use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) has gained significant popularity in recent years, apparently as a safer alternative to conventional tobacco smoking.
For detail: sciencedirect.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: reuters.com

UK to ban disposable vapes from June to crack down on teen use

A man smokes a disposable vape, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Britain, September 14, 2023.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rcp.ac.uk

RCP responds to government announcement to ban disposable vapes

Commenting on the new legislation, Professor Sanjay Agrawal, Royal College of Physicians special adviser on tobacco, said: “We welcome the introduction of legislation to ban single-use vapes, the products most used by children and young people.
For detail: rcp.ac.uk
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: pennlive.com

If you’ve used this e-cigarette, thousands of dollars could be headed your way

In this April 11, 2018, 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 Oct 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: openaccessgovernment.org

The UK Government moves to ban the sale and supply of single-use vapes

Circular Economy Minister Mary Creagh confirmed today that single-use vapes, which cannot be recharged or refilled, will be banned from 1 June 2025 as the parliament lays down new legislation.
For detail: openaccessgovernment.org
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nsw.gov.au

Tougher penalties for illicit tobacco welcomed

Small Business Commissioner welcomes tougher penalties and improved environment to support responsible small businesses doing the right thing The NSW Government has announced important reforms aimed at tackling illegal tobacco sales, including a new licensing scheme for retailers, enhanced penalties for offenders and an increase in enforcement personnel.
For detail: nsw.gov.au
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Illegal Tobacco]

Source: nsw.gov.au

Strengthening enforcement to tackle illegal tobacco

The NSW Government will roll out reforms to better protect the community from the harms of illegal tobacco, including tougher penalties, more enforcement officers, and a new tobacco licensing scheme for retailers.
For detail: nsw.gov.au
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.sky.com

Sale and supply of single-use vapes to be banned

Legislation to ban the sale of single-use vapes from 1 June next year has been laid out in parliament, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) confirmed.
For detail: news.sky.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: montreal.ctvnews.ca

Vaping linked to heart disease, especially in men: McGill study

A new study from McGill University found links between vaping nicotine and cardiovascular disease, especially in men.
For detail: montreal.ctvnews.ca
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicalxpress.com

UK plans to ban disposable vapes next year

Disposable vapes will be banned in the UK next year to protect children's health and tackle "throwaway" culture, ministers said on Thursday.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Smokers in England increasingly not smoking every day but less motivated to quit

Prevalence of non-daily smoking among adults (≥ 18 years) in England, 2006 to 2024. Credit: BMC Medicine (2024).
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: lbc.co.uk

Disposable vapes to be banned across the UK by next summer to prevent addiction among children

A ban on disposable vapes is being introduced as more and more young people become addicted to the sweet-flavored e-cigarettes.
For detail: lbc.co.uk
Published Oct 24, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: koamnewsnow.com

"Cherry Bomb": FDA, CBP seize $76 million in illegal e-cigarettes

(KOAM) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and U.S.
For detail: koamnewsnow.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: innovationnewsnetwork.com

UK’s ban on single-use vapes will help reach circular economy goals

Parliament has laid new legislation to ban the sale of single-use vapes from 1 June 2025, Circular Economy Minister Mary Creagh confirmed today.
For detail: innovationnewsnetwork.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: independent.co.uk

Disposable vapes set to be banned across Britain from summer of 2025

Disposable vapes are set to be banned across Britain next year amid fears children are illegally buying the devices.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healthday.com

Inhaled Nicotine Disrupts Normal Heart Function

THURSDAY, Oct. 24, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Nicotine delivered by either chronic electronic cigarettes or standard cigarettes disrupts normal heart function, according to a study published online Sept.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: euronews.com

UK government announces ban on disposable e-cigarettes from 2025

The British government said single-use vapes, which cannot be recycled, were wasteful and damaging to the environment.
For detail: euronews.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Disposable vapes to be banned next June, government says

Disposable vapes will be banned in England and Wales from June next year in a bid to protect children’s health and reduce environmental harm.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

How new rechargeable vapes could bypass law amid government crackdown to 'ban single-use cigarettes by next summer'

A new generation of rechargeable vapes could bypass the government's impending ban on single-use devices, experts have warned.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

Single-use vapes 'WILL be banned in the UK by next summer' amid crackdown on children smoking e-cigarettes

In a bid to crackdown on schoolchildren getting hooked on e-cigarettes and prevent littering, ministers will introduce new laws that force all suppliers in England to get rid of all disposables stock by June 2025.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Oct 24, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bnn-news.com

UK to ban single use vapes from June next year

On Thursday, the 24th of October, the UK government announced that it will ban disposable e-cigarettes, or vapes, from next year to tackle environmental harm and rising levels of use among children, according to Reuters and the BBC.
For detail: bnn-news.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com

Trends in non-daily cigarette smoking in England, 2006–2024

Cigarette smoking is incredibly harmful, even for people who do not smoke every day.
For detail: bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: birminghammail.co.uk

Disposable vape ban confirmed amid fears of nicotine-addicted children - and it comes in very soon

The UK Government will ban the sale of single-use vapes from June 1, 2025, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) confirmed on Wednesday New legislation to ban the sale of single-use vapes from June 1, 2025 has been laid out in Parliament (Image: William Lailey SWNS).
For detail: birminghammail.co.uk
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Customers 'shocked' by hefty Juul settlement payouts

Getty Images A woman holds a Juul vaporizer and cartridge she uses to help teach students the dangers of vaping, in her office at Washington High School in San Francisco, Calif, on Thursday, September 5, 2019.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Shop closed after hundreds of illegal vapes seized

Leicestershire County Council The exterior of Roman Express with a closure sign across the front door and trading standards officers looking at itLeicestershire County Council.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Scotland disposable vape ban delayed to bring it in line with UK

Scottish Health Secretary Neil Gray said Holyrood would now amend the date of Scotland's ban A ban on selling single-use vapes in Scotland has been postponed by two months to fall in line with the rest of the UK.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Ban Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Disposable vape ban in Wales to start in 2025

Getty Images A woman with blue eyes and blonde hair blowing vapour from a grey e-cigarette held in her hand.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Banned Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Disposable vapes to be banned from June

EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock A young woman wearing a tracksuit top, Prada sunglasses and Airpods uses a blue-coloured disposable vape on a London streetEPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock The government plans to introduce legislation to ban the sale of disposable vapes from 1 June 2025.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.co.uk

Disposable vapes to be banned from June 2025, says government

The government says it'll be introducing a ban on disposable vapes next year The sale and use of single-use disposable vapes will be banned in England from June next year, the government has said.
For detail: bbc.co.uk
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ahra.info

Rethinking Harm Reduction: Beyond Drugs and Tobacco

At the New Approaches Conference, Dr. Jindrich Vobořil challenged the audience to rethink harm reduction, moving beyond its traditional focus on drugs and tobacco to encompass broader behavioural patterns like gambling and alcohol use.
For detail: ahra.info
Published Oct 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

Alleged illegal tobacco kingpin Nazir Haddara released on bail on strict conditions following police sting

Nazir Haddara has been released on bail after being arrested for allegedly running an illegal tobacco empire.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ynetnews.com

Israeli teen hospitalized in serious condition after using e-cigarette

Schneider Children's Medical Center physician recalls a 17-year-old being brought in coughing large amounts of blood before being diagnosed with a pulmonary hemorrhage Daniel, a 17-year-old from Petah Tikva, experienced a life-threatening situation due to a pulmonary complication after he started using electronic cigarettes.
For detail: ynetnews.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wvpublic.org

Election Coverage From Students And Regional Tobacco Production Declines, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, Marshall University’s campus TV studio will be the election day hub for a nationwide broadcasting network of collegiate perspectives on the presidential race and issues facing many first-time voters.
For detail: wvpublic.org
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wdbj7.com

Roanoke County considers ban on vape sales near schools

ROANOKE Co., Va. (WDBJ) - In response to increasing concerns over youth vaping and tobacco use, the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors is contemplating a new ordinance.
For detail: wdbj7.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: washingtonpost.com

Juul settled a class-action lawsuit. Some users are getting big payouts.

Some are taking to social media to talk about three- and four-figure Venmo payments from the landmark settlement over vaping products.
For detail: washingtonpost.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: viralmag.fr

A new tax on vaping in 2025? The debate has begun

A tax of 0,15€/ml on e-liquids could see the light of day in 2025 according to an amendment to the budget.
For detail: viralmag.fr
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tuoitrenews.vn

E-cigarettes risk undoing Vietnam's anti-smoking progress

E-cigarette use among students aged 13-15 has increased rapidly in Vietnam. Photo: Nam Tran / Tuoi Tre In the last decade, Vietnam has made remarkable progress in reducing traditional smoking rates -- progress that now hangs in the balance as e-cigarettes rapidly gain popularity.
For detail: tuoitrenews.vn
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Philippine President Invited to Address Anti-Illicit Trade Forum

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has been invited to address the opening day of the National Tobacco Administration’s (NTA) second anti-illicit trade summit, which will take place in Quezon City on Oct.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

FAA: In-Flight No-Smoking Signs Can Stay on Forever

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Oct. 22 ended a requirement that aircraft have an off switch for the No Smoking signs in their aircraft, reports The New York Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[PHW Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Peru Squeezes Big Tobacco

Peru’s Congress has approved a tobacco control law that health advocates say will save lives.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Cessation]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Paper Highlights Potential of Adaptive Cessation Methods

Adaptive smoking cessation approaches can help individuals who struggle with traditional methods, according to a new study led by Gal Cohen, head of scientific affairs at Rose Research Center in North Carolina, USA, and conducted in collaboration with researchers from the Center of Excellence for the acceleration of Harm Reduction (CoEHAR) at the University of Catania in Italy.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thestar.com.my

RM183.1mil taxed from e-cigs, vape products channelled to consolidated fund, says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: RM183.1mil in total was taxed from electronic cigarettes and vape products in three years between 2021 and 2024, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tbsnews.net

Ban on vapes, sale of loose cigarettes on cards

“The Smoking and Use of Tobacco Products (Control) Ordinance, 2024” is set to be tabled at the meeting of the Advisory Council tomorrow (24 October).
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published Oct 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tapinto.net

Prospect Park Smoke Shop Employee Arrested for Selling E-Cig to Underage Police Officer

PROSPECT PARK, NJ - A local smoke shop employee has been arrested for selling restricted products to underage individuals, according to police.
For detail: tapinto.net
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: supertalk.fm

Health officials in Mississippi promoting program to help people quit smoking

Medical officials in the Magnolia State are working to help folks put out their cigarettes for good in an effort to promote lung health.
For detail: supertalk.fm
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: straitstimes.com

Nearly 4,000 people caught possessing or using vapes, about 20 per cent are students

The Ministry of Health and Health Sciences Authority said there was a 52 per cent increase from the previous quarter.
For detail: straitstimes.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: rttnews.com

Federal Agencies Seize $76 Mln Worth Illegal E-Cigarettes

Around three million units of unauthorized e-cigarette products, with an estimated retail value of $76 million, have been seized by the U.
For detail: rttnews.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Vaping in public schools a growing concern in CNMI

The report said vaping or e-cigarette devices often resemble ordinary items such as ink pens, making identification even more complex.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: riverreporter.com

Protect youth: Get trained in vaping prevention

LIBERTY, NY — Sullivan 180 will hold a training for individuals in the CATCH My Breath Youth Vaping Prevention Program on Friday, November 1 from 12:30 p.m.
For detail: riverreporter.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: observerbd.com

Concerns raised over push for Tobacco Law amendment

The previous government's Ministry of Health initiated the amendment of the Smoking and Tobacco Products Usage (Control) Act without consulting stakeholders and sector-related parties.
For detail: observerbd.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nypost.com

‘No Smoking’ signs on planes will stay lit forever for this random reason

On October 22, the Federal Aviation Administration eliminated the rule that required an off switch for the “no smoking” sign on planes, even though smoking on US flights officially ended decades ago.
For detail: nypost.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: newsweek.com

FDA and CBP Seize $76 Million in Illegal Vapes From China

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seized $76 million worth of unauthorized e-cigarette shipments from China.
For detail: newsweek.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ndtvprofit.com

ITC's Biggest Shareholder To Exit Hotels Arm

ITC recently received the approval to demerge ITC Hotels from the Kolkata bench of National Company Law Tribunal.
For detail: ndtvprofit.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

Secondhand smoking increased the possibility of hypertension with a significant time and frequency dose-response relationship

In this research, we investigated whether secondhand smoking (SHS) increases the possibility of hypertension.
For detail: nature.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: muhc.ca

Young men who vape may be at greater risk for future heart disease

Montreal, October 23, 2024 — E-cigarettes, commonly known as vapes, contain nicotine and various chemicals, including some used for flavourings, which make them more attractive to young people.
For detail: muhc.ca
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: montreal.citynews.ca

Young men who vape at greater risk for heart disease, two new studies suggest

In this Aug. 28, 2019 photo a man exhales while smoking an e-cigarette in Portland, Maine.
For detail: montreal.citynews.ca
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Young men who vape may be at greater risk for future heart disease

Chronic exposure to e-cigarette aerosols potentiates atherosclerotic plaque in male but not female AAV-PCSK9-infected mice.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: london-post.co.uk

A Smoke-Free London: How Nicotine Pouches Are Shaping Healthier Lifestyles

London is one of the world’s great megacities. When London swings, the world listens, but things are changing.
For detail: london-post.co.uk
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: leicestershire.gov.uk

Shop which sold illegal vapes and tobacco shut down for four weeks

The closure application was made after Trading Standards officers and police seized illegal tobacco and vapes from the business on three separate occasions A Loughborough shop which was found to be selling illegal tobacco and illegal vapes has been closed for four weeks, following a joint operation by Leicestershire County Council’s Trading Standards service and Leicestershire Police.
For detail: leicestershire.gov.uk
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: healthyhearing.com

Vaping and hearing loss: Is there a link?

Studies have shown that vaping can restrict blood flow, harm blood vessels and increase your risk of cardiovascular disease, all of which may lead to hearing loss.
For detail: healthyhearing.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: freepressjournal.in

Video: India-Made Tobacco Sachets Like 'Chaini Khaini' & 'Udta Pancchi' Found Littered On UK Street

Anurag Choudhary was taking a walk on a street of England when he noticed some littered packs of tobacco on the grassy roadside.
For detail: freepressjournal.in
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: fingerlakes1.com

A Healthier Finger Lakes: How Nicotine Pouches Are Helping Locals Quit Smoking

Discover how Finger Lakes is one of the latest New York communities to embrace nicotine pouches as a superb smoking cessation tool, therefore supporting the region’s overall commitment to better health and wellbeing.
For detail: fingerlakes1.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fdli.org

Tobacco and Nicotine Products Regulatory Science Symposium

The Tobacco and Nicotine Products Regulatory Science Symposium provides a forum for diverse stakeholders to share scientific studies and research from a wide range of disciplines.
For detail: fdli.org
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ewn.co.za

Smoking and vaping bill heats up in Parliament

The bill aims to tighten regulations on tobacco advertising and for the first time, regulate electronic smoking devices such as vapes.
For detail: ewn.co.za
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: euronews.com

Tobacco Harm Reduction in Sub-Saharan Africa: Role of Governments & Industry

Tobacco use is a significant public health issue in Africa and remains one of the leading causes of preventable death worldwide, contributing to a range of health issues, from cancer to cardiovascular disease.
For detail: euronews.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: edmonton.citynews.ca

Young men who vape at greater risk for heart disease, two new studies suggest

In this Aug. 28, 2019 photo a man exhales while smoking an e-cigarette in Portland, Maine.
For detail: edmonton.citynews.ca
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

Juul vape users stunned by huge payouts from class action lawsuit as they post about massive sums on social media

Juul vape users have been left shocked after receiving payouts upwards of $9,000 from a class action lawsuit.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Oct 23, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: cureus.com

Vaping Possible Negative Effects on Lungs: State-of-the-Art From Lung Capacity Alteration to Cancer

Cite this article as: Rahim F, Toguzbaeva K, Sokolov D, et al. (October 22, 2024) Vaping Possible Negative Effects on Lungs: State-of-the-Art From Lung Capacity Alteration to Cancer.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: conveniencestore.co.uk

Vape licensing ‘crucial to preventing youth access and tackling illicit market’

A vape licensing framework is essential for preventing youth access and eliminating illicit products from entering the supply chain, Dan Marchant, co-owner of online vape distributor Vape Club, has urged.
For detail: conveniencestore.co.uk
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: connexionfrance.com

No increase to tobacco tax in France for 2025, says new government

The new government does not have any plans to increase taxes on tobacco in 2025, a minister has confirmed.
For detail: connexionfrance.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: commonwealthbeacon.org

Tobacco-free movement takes aim at access to nicotine pouches

THE NEXT FRONTIER in local battles against nicotine doesn’t target traditional and e-cigarettes – with their wafts of tobacco smoke or flavored vapor – but the booming industry of nicotine pouches increasingly popular with younger people.
For detail: commonwealthbeacon.org
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: carolinacoastonline.com

Vape shops earn restriction

Following the city of Jacksonville’s lead, Swansboro Board of Commissioners has imposed severe restrictions on “vape” shops.
For detail: carolinacoastonline.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businessinsider.in

Huge sales of the nicotine patch Zyn have sent Philip Morris's stock to an all-time high

Zyn's sales surged in the third quarter, buoying Philip Morris International's revenue.
For detail: businessinsider.in
Published Oct 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: abc7.com

$300M JUUL class action lawsuit begins sending payments

$300M JUUL class action lawsuit begins sending paymentsPayouts have begun being sent in a class action against JUUL, an e-cigarette company.
For detail: abc7.com
Published Oct 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: 13abc.com

High school students raise awareness for the dangers of vaping through art

The Sandusky County Public Health Department along with a group of art and photography students at Fremont Ross High School are encouraging the youth to put the vapes down through art.
For detail: 13abc.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: usatoday.com

$76 million worth of illegal e-cigarettes seized by feds

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection seized $76 million worth of unauthorized e-cigarettes, the federal agencies announced.
For detail: usatoday.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: unb.com.bd

Prioritise harm reduction in battling tobacco addiction: speakers

A scientific seminar, organized by Athena Limited, was held on October 20 at the Holiday Inn Hotel, Dhaka.
For detail: unb.com.bd
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Morocco Expects Surge in Tobacco Revenues

The Moroccan government expects to collect more than MAD13.7 billion ($1.32 billion) in tax revenue from tobacco sales, reports Morocco World News, citing data from the 2025 finance bill.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

U.S. Authorities Seize $76 Million in Illegal Vapes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced they seized approximately 3 million units of unauthorized e-cigarette products, with an estimated retail value of $76 million.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[FCTC PHW Tobacco]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

New Comprehensive Tobacco Control Law in Peru Will Save Lives, Must be Swiftly Enacted

Washington, D.C. - Peru’s Congress has approved a landmark tobacco control law that will drive down rates of tobacco use and save lives – and should be swiftly enacted by the executive branch.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published Oct 22, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: thefridaytimes.com

Tobacco Harm Reduction: A Global Model For Pakistan’s Smoke-Free Future

The adoption of Tobacco Harm Reduction strategies could offer Pakistan a new way forward as millions of people continue to smoke, placing a significant burden on public health Tobacco Harm Reduction: A Global Model For Pakistan’s Smoke-Free Future Pakistan, like many countries, has struggled with high smoking rates despite years of anti-smoking campaigns and strict tobacco control measures.
For detail: thefridaytimes.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: sciencedirect.com

Personalized and adaptive interventions for smoking cessation: Emerging trends and determinants of efficacy

Cigarette smoking addiction is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality and presents a challenging interventional target.
For detail: sciencedirect.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: postregister.com

Opinion: Educating kids on the dangers of vaping

In 2024, the National Youth Tobacco Survey found that 500,000 fewer kids under the age of 18 reported using e-cigarettes or vapes.
For detail: postregister.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nytimes.com

‘No Smoking’ Signs on Planes Can Now Stay On Forever

The Federal Aviation Administration did away with a rule that had required an off switch for the sign even though smoking on U.S. flights ended years ago.
For detail: nytimes.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Impact of smoking habits on cardiovascular and neoplastic events and all-cause death in people living with HIVfrom the STOPSHIV cohort

Objective: The study aimed to assess the impact of smoking exposure on major clinical events (MCE) in a real-life setting of people living with HIV (PWH).
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Oct 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: nbcnews.com

Some Juul users are receiving thousands of dollars as part of a $300M class action settlement

But a group of e-cigarette users are suddenly finding themselves with a little extra cash, thanks to a massive class action settlement involving one of America's tobacco giants.
For detail: nbcnews.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: labour.org.nz

Release: Labour calls for investigation into tobacco tax cut

The Government’s decision to award a $216 million tax break for Philip Morris’ heated tobacco products reeks of tobacco industry interference and needs to be thoroughly investigated.
For detail: labour.org.nz
Published Oct 22, 2024
[CTC-Pak Tobacco]

Source: iclg.com

Tobacco titans propose landmark settlement

A multi-billion-dollar settlement offer has been filed on behalf of Big Tobacco to settle decades-long Canadian lawsuits over cigarette-related cancer claims.
For detail: iclg.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: globalnews.ca

Will flavoured vaping restrictions come by year’s end? Here’s what we know

The federal government says more details on restrictions on flavoured vaping products are expected “soon” — and one government source suggests that could mean within the next month.
For detail: globalnews.ca
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: forecourttrader.co.uk

FOCUS ON TOBACCO AND VAPING: Huffing and puffing

Remember when e-cigs and vaping products were the best thing since sliced bread? How they were going to get cigarette smokers to switch to a better-for-them option, which would eventually get them to give up inhaling any tobacco substance? There’s no doubt that vapes have been a tremendous success, creating a profitable new category for retailers including forecourt store owners.
For detail: forecourttrader.co.uk
Published Oct 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: forbes.com

$300 Million Juul Settlement Begins—And Recipients Are Sharing Their Checks On Social Media

Payouts have begun stemming from a 2022 settlement involving e-cigarette company Juul and tobacco firm Altria, with users on platforms like Reddit and X claiming they have received thousands of dollars from the $300 million settlement.
For detail: forbes.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: filtermag.org

Irish Government Uses EU Urgency Procedure to “Ram Through” Vape Tax

Ireland’s government has cynically “rammed through” a move to impose heavy taxes on vape e-liquids without consultation, tobacco harm reduction advocates say.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: etvnews.com

Ask an Expert

Contact: Ashley Yaugher, Utah State University Extension health and wellness faculty, Ashley.
For detail: etvnews.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dhakatribune.com

Association suggests sensible regulation of e-cigarettes

The Bangladesh Electronic Nicotine Delivery System Traders Association (BENDSTA) urged for sensible regulations on electronic cigarettes and other tobacco harm-reduction products.
For detail: dhakatribune.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Government considering raising tax on vapes

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering raising the tax on vaping products in the upcoming autumn budget.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dailyparliamenttimes.com

Sale, use of vapes, hookah pens tar ice banned in Mirpur-AJK district:

MIRPUR (AJK), (Parliament Times) : MIRPUR AJK District administration here on Monday imposed immediate ban on sale and use of various latest smoking items comprising drugs injurious to human health, it was officially said.
For detail: dailyparliamenttimes.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cspdailynews.com

FDA Seizes 3 Million Unauthorized E-Cigarettes in Joint Federal Operation

The Food and Drug Administration, in collaboration with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), seized about three million units of unauthorized e-cigarette products, with an estimated retail value of $76 million.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cityviewnc.com

Cumberland County bans vaping on county property, also gives extra pay to employees

This image depicted a test tube rack that had been stocked with examples of various electronic cigarettes, referred to as e-cigarettes, or e-cigs, and vaping pens.
For detail: cityviewnc.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: chinadaily.com.cn

UK govt pledges action after growth in youth vaping

The United Kingdom's Labour Party government has reaffirmed its intention to make vapes less appealing to young people after a National Health Service report said a quarter of 11 to 15-year-olds in England had tried vaping during 2023.
For detail: chinadaily.com.cn
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bssnews.net

Sensible regulations of e-cigs, tobacco harm reduction products demanded

DHAKA, Oct 22, 2024 (BSS) - Bangladesh Electronic Nicotine Delivery System Traders Association (BENDSTA) today called for sensible regulations of electronic cigarettes (e-cigs) and tobacco harm reduction products at a press conference in a city hotel.
For detail: bssnews.net
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com

Assessing the reach and engagement of three anti-vaping messages on Facebook Targeting Australian Youth: a protocol for a randomised trial

Vaping among 18-24-year-old Australians has increased from 5.8% in 2019 to 21% in 2023.
For detail: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Shops selling illegal tobacco told to close again

Lincolnshire Police A cupboard full of illegal tobacco products and vapes. The still, taken from a police body camera, shows a hidden compartment being lifted open and packets of cigarettes stacked on a shelf.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: avera.org

Avera Pediatric Specialist Furthers Awareness of Vaping and Treatment

Did you know vaping could be related to common issues like night sweats, nausea and diarrhea? As research on vaping continues, more is being learned about long-term effects.
For detail: avera.org
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Youth Vaping - Harmful chemicals

A 17-second animation to share on your social channels to encourage yarning about the harmful chemicals in vapes.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tobacco Damage Outweighs Earnings: Vietnam

The economic damage caused by tobacco far outweighs the revenue generated from taxes on tobacco products in Vietnam, reports VN Express.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Tax Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Philippines to Miss Tobacco Tax Goal

The Philippines will miss its PHP362.2 billion ($6.32. billion) excise tax collection goal this year due to declining demand for tobacco products, reports Business World.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Vaping Under Control

A range of studies suggests that e-cigarettes can be an effective tool for helping conventional tobacco smokers quit.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thesun.my

Call for strict action against traders selling cigarette, vape in the form of stationery

KUALA LUMPUR: The authorities have been urged to take strict action against traders who sell vape or electronic cigarettes in the form of stationery.
For detail: thesun.my
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: statnews.com

Former FDA lawyers join tobacco industry in ‘epic’ fight against the agency

As legal battles over vapes and menthol cigarettes mount, tobacco companies turn to former agency insiders to press their case STAT is publishing this investigation in partnership with The Examination.
For detail: statnews.com
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Prognosis after switching to electronic cigarettes following percutaneous coronary intervention: a Korean nationwide study

Background and aims: Despite the increasing popularity of electronic cigarettes (E-cigarettes), the prognostic impact of switching to E-cigarettes in smokers with coronary artery disease who have undergone percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) remains unclear.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: mse.nhs.uk

Improving lives by helping pregnant people quit smoking

October is Stoptober and new figures show that specialist hospital stop smoking teams have successfully reduced the number of women and birthing people who smoke, improving both their lives and those of their babies.
For detail: mse.nhs.uk
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Current tobacco use declining in U.S. youth in 2024

Tobacco use among U.S. youth continued to decline in 2024, according to a study published in the Oct. 17 issue of the U.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: mclaren.org

The Virus that Could Pass Smoking as the Leading Cause of Some Cancers

Scientists discovered the link between tobacco use and cancer decades ago.
For detail: mclaren.org
Published Oct 21, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: mccabecentre.org

Law and tobacco control workshop with Norwegian Cancer Society, WHO, and WHO FCTC Secretariat shares key learnings in EURO region and beyond

We were delighted to join the Norwegian Cancer Society, the World Health Organization, and the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control Secretariat as co-organisers of a workshop on Law and Tobacco Control: Global and European perspectives following World Cancer Congress this year.
For detail: mccabecentre.org
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: independent.co.uk

Archaeologists discover ‘significant’ permanent side-effect of smoking

Archaeologists say tobacco consumption leaves a metabolic record that can be studied for centuries Tobacco leaves traces in the bones of smokers lasting not only throughout their lives but for centuries after their deaths, research by archaeologists has revealed.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: guampdn.com

Governor vetoes vape tax, 5-year AT&T lease extension; Free bus pass bill now law

A vape industry employee vapes outside the Guam Congress Building in Hagåtña on Jan. 4, 2024 as he and others wait for the start of a public hearing on Bill 50-37, which seeks to prohibit the sale of flavored tobacco products.
For detail: guampdn.com
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fingerlakes1.com

Youth smoking declines, but nicotine pouches rise in popularity

Young people in the U.S. are smoking less tobacco, with e-cigarette use also dropping, according to a new CDC study.
For detail: fingerlakes1.com
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dailysabah.com

Youth smoking rates drop dramatically in US: CDC report

Teen smoking hit an all-time low in the U.S. this year, part of a significant drop in the youth use of tobacco overall, the government reported.
For detail: dailysabah.com
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cureus.com

Correlation Between Diverse Smoking Habits and the Risk of Developing Type 2 Diabetes: A Comparative Analysis

Cite this article as: Khaleel Almusawi Y, Azaiez F, Roomi A B, et al. (October 21, 2024) Correlation Between Diverse Smoking Habits and the Risk of Developing Type 2 Diabetes: A Comparative Analysis. Cureus 16(10): e72038.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: convenience.org

Don’t Forget to Renew Your Membership!

Latest Magazine CoverRead the latest issue of NACS Magazine for a monthly dose of insights, industry data and best practices from leading retailers.
For detail: convenience.org
Published Oct 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com

CCS criticizes tobacco lawsuit settlement for missing smoking reduction measures

The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is voicing strong criticism of a proposed settlement regarding tobacco lawsuits announced on Thursday.
For detail: benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com
Published Oct 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

New pharmacy vape regulations prove ineffective. 7News 19Oct2024

Despite the promises of Health Minister Butler, our nationwide survey of 305 pharmacies found that 99% did NOT have vapes available for a walk-in customer without a prescription.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Oct 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pymnts.com

Tobacco Giants Settle Historic $23.6 Billion Lawsuit in Canada

In a landmark legal settlement, three major tobacco companies have agreed to pay C$32.5 billion ($23.6 billion) to resolve a long-standing lawsuit in Canada, according to a statement from Philip Morris International.
For detail: pymnts.com
Published Oct 20, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: muscatdaily.com

Urgent measures sought to curb vaping among the youth

Muscat – With e-cigarette use continuing to rise among adolescents, the need for effective awareness programmes has become urgent.
For detail: muscatdaily.com
Published Oct 20, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: cp24.com

Tobacco companies unlikely to shift business models despite proposed settlement: prof

Lawyers and plaintiffs speak to the media during a news conference Friday, October 18, 2024 in Montreal.
For detail: cp24.com
Published Oct 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

Sweden’s Winning Nicotine Policy and One of the Men Behind it

While the European Union remains staunchly stuck in its outdated tobacco policies, pressuring its member states to implement them.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Oct 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

U.K. Urged to Invest in Smoke-free Future

More than 200 leading doctors, professional bodies and charities are urging the U.K.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 19, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tobacco Industry Nears Settlement of Litigation

Canada’s three leading cigarette manufacturers will pay CAD32.5 billion ($23.6 billion) to settle a long-running lawsuit as part of a court-appointed mediator’s proposed plan, Philip Morris International announced on Oct. 18.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

Big Tobacco nears $24 billion settlement to end Canada lawsuits

BAT says unit supportive of settlement framework, structure Japan Tobacco says some issues need to be resolved for workable settlement plan.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Oct 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: indianexpress.com

Want to quit smoking? Try QuitBot, an AI-powered companion

QuitBot is a free conversational app that guides people through the process of quitting smoking.
For detail: indianexpress.com
Published Oct 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

How should we dispose of disposable vapes?

Getty Images File image showing a woman holding a green disposable vape in her hand while she throws the cardboard packaging for it in a black street bin in LondonGetty Images Councils and refuse workers are urging people not to throw disposable vapes in regular bins, but recycle them properly instead.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wsj.com

Tobacco Firms Close to $23.6 Billion Settlement to Compensate Smokers in Canada

Several international tobacco groups are nearing an agreement to pay close to $23.
For detail: wsj.com
Published Oct 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wionews.com

Tobacco can permanently alter human skeleton, leave imprints for centuries after death

Experts have long warned against smoking, stating that it is a major health hazard. Now a team of archaeologists has revealed that tobacco can stay in the bones of smokers for centuries after their death.
For detail: wionews.com
Published Oct 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: trbusiness.com

Philip Morris International Duty Free: “Smoke-free future is within reach”

Philip Morris International Duty Free met with TRBusiness at the 2024 TFWA World Exhibition & Conference in Cannes to discuss the company’s return as an exhibitor, following an eight year hiatus, and its bold ambition for a smoke-free future.
For detail: trbusiness.com
Published Oct 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

BAT to Launch Synthetic Nicotine Pouch in the U.S.

BAT will launch a new version of its Velo pouches using synthetic nicotine in the United States next year, reports Reuters.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: time.com

Teen Smoking Rates Hit a Record Low

NEW YORK — Teen smoking hit an all-time low in the U.S. this year, part of a big drop in the youth use of tobacco overall, the government reported Thursday.
For detail: time.com
Published Oct 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thosenerdygirls.org

What are nicotine pouches, and what are their risks for teens?

TL;DR: Nicotine pouches are small, flavored microfiber pouches that deliver nicotine through the mouth and gums.
For detail: thosenerdygirls.org
Published Oct 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Rachel Reeves considers raising tax on vapes in autumn budget

Rachel Reeves is considering raising the tax on vaping products in her budget this month as figures show that a quarter of 11 to 15-year-olds in England have used e-cigarettes.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Oct 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: suncommercial.com

Nicotine pouches rise in popularity as US youth tobacco use hits 25-year-low

Nicotine pouches have overtaken cigarettes in youth popularity, as tobacco product use among US middle and high schoolers dropped to its lowest level in a quarter of a century, according to official data released Thursday.
For detail: suncommercial.com
Published Oct 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

BAT says close to settling Canadian tobacco litigation

A woman poses with a cigarette in front of BAT (British American Tobacco) logo in this illustration taken July 26, 2022.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Oct 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: racgp.org.au

Nicotine pouches: The latest trend getting kids hooked

As legislators play catch-up on vaping trends, the use of another nicotine product is on the rise among young people.
For detail: racgp.org.au
Published Oct 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.cancerresearchuk.org

How smoking makes breast cancer radiotherapy more complicated

Radiotherapy is one of the cornerstones of cancer treatment and is used for many different types of cancer, including breast cancer.
For detail: news.cancerresearchuk.org
Published Oct 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medpagetoday.com

Teen Smoking, Other Tobacco Use Dropped to Lowest Level in 25 Years, CDC Reports

— A drop in vaping largely explains the overall decline in tobacco use.
For detail: medpagetoday.com
Published Oct 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: jurist.org

Tobacco companies proposes $32.5B settlement for Canada smoking risk cases

Three tobacco companies proposed on Thursday to pay $32.5 billion to settle legal claims in Canada, stemming from decades of disputes.
For detail: jurist.org
Published Oct 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: iosconews.com

Nicotine pouches rise in popularity as US youth tobacco use hits 25-year-low

Nicotine pouches have overtaken cigarettes in youth popularity, as tobacco product use among US middle and high schoolers dropped to its lowest level in a quarter of a century, according to official data released Thursday.
For detail: iosconews.com
Published Oct 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cato.org

The Misleading Correlation Between Teen Vaping and Teen Smoking Declines

On October 17, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that the rate of teen tobacco smoking and vaping continued to decline over the past year.
For detail: cato.org
Published Oct 18, 2024
[CTC-Pak Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Tobacco firms to pay $23.6bn in proposed Canada settlement

Getty Images A close up image of an open package of manufactured cigarettes.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: usatoday.com

Young people are smoking less (including e-cigs.) One product is on the rise.

Young people are smoking tobacco less than they have in a generation, a new study showed. A survey of U.S.
For detail: usatoday.com
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Philippines Urged to Regulate Flavors

Researchers urged the Philippine the government to regulate flavored tobacco and mandate plain packaging, citing the country’s obligation as a signatory to the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, reports The Manila Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

Youth Cigarette Smoking Rate Hits 25 Year Low, But 2.25 Million Youth Still Use Tobacco Products

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The results of the 2024 National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) released today show that the youth smoking rate fell to 1.4% overall, the lowest rate in 25 years since the survey was first administered in 1999.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published Oct 17, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccocontrol.bmj.com

Impacts of revised smoke-free regulations under the 2020 Japan Health Promotion Act on cigarette smoking and heated tobacco product use in indoor public places and homes: findings from 2018 to 2021 International Tobacco Control (ITC) Japan Surveys

Correspondence to Dr Kayo Togawa; togawak@iarc.who.int Background In April 2020, Japan’s revised Health Promotion Act (HPA) banned cigarette smoking and heated tobacco products (HTP) use in indoor public places but exempted small establishments and permitted smoking-designated/HTP-designated rooms.
For detail: tobaccocontrol.bmj.com
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thedailynewsonline.com

Letter: Tobacco industry targets youth

Every year on Oct. 13, we observe Seen Enough Tobacco Day to raise awareness about the impact of tobacco marketing on youth and minorities.
For detail: thedailynewsonline.com
Published Oct 17, 2024
[WNTD Cigarette]

Source: sixthtone.com

Cigarette Sales Are Rising in China, Defying Global Trend

During his summer internship at a government agency in the eastern city of Hangzhou, Ying recalled senior colleagues offering him cigarettes during meals.
For detail: sixthtone.com
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pbs.org

Smoking and other tobacco use by teens drop to lowest level in 25 years, CDC reports

NEW YORK (AP) — Teen smoking hit an all-time low in the U.S. this year, part of a big drop in the youth use of tobacco overall, the government reported Thursday.
For detail: pbs.org
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nursinginpractice.com

Top tips to help patients quit smoking this Stoptober

Smoking cessation specialist Louise Ross explains why the Stoptober campaign is a good opportunity to have conversations with patients about stopping smoking – and how nurses can support their patients to quit for good.
For detail: nursinginpractice.com
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: northcarolinahealthnews.org

Child advocates: Raising age for tobacco sales to 21 could help stem tide of youth vaping

Advocates also want the state to regulate tobacco retailers like it regulates alcohol retailers, with inspections and fines for those that sell to underage consumers.
For detail: northcarolinahealthnews.org
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Genetic analysis shows smoking and high BMI increase dementia risk, but education and exercise protect

New research from the University of Copenhagen links genetic predispositions to smoking and high BMI with elevated dementia risk while highlighting the protective power of education and physical activity.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.cuanschutz.edu

Why Children and Teens Should Avoid Nicotine Pouches Like Zyn

Nearly half a million middle school and high school students have reported using nicotine pouches this year.
For detail: news.cuanschutz.edu
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Nicotine pouches rise in popularity as US youth tobacco use hits 25-year-low

Nicotine pouches have overtaken cigarettes in youth popularity, as tobacco product use among US middle and high schoolers dropped to its lowest level in a quarter of a century, according to official data released Thursday.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medianama.com

How Should the Ministry of Health Tackle Tobacco Consumption Beyond Health Spots? #NAMA

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) should create advertisements which discourage tobacco consumption instead of asking private players to carry health spots, Gowree Gokhale, an independent legal counsel, said during MediaNama’s discussion on Health Disclaimers and Streaming Services.
For detail: medianama.com
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: goldwaterinstitute.org

The FDA’s Tug of War with Americans Who Vape

E-cigarettes have been proven to help smokers quit, but that’s not stopping the U.S.
For detail: goldwaterinstitute.org
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: forbes.com

Tobacco Use In High School Students Drops To Lowest Level In 25 Years

Tobacco use rates among youth have dropped to their lowest level in 25 years, driven by the decline .
For detail: forbes.com
Published Oct 17, 2024
[CDC Tobacco]

Source: forbes.com

Teen Tobacco Use Drops To 25-Year Low As Vaping Rates Plummet, CDC Says

Topline Teen tobacco use has dropped to its lowest point in 25 years, a CDC survey published Thursday found, a milestone that follows a 20% decline since last year as the number of middle and high schoolers who use e-cigarettes falls sharply.
For detail: forbes.com
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: financialexpress.com

How does smoking affects your skin?

Smoking is bad for your health and there’s no way around it. Smoking tobacco is among the leading causes of many diseases such as lung cancer, heart attack, COPD, erectile dysfunction, and birth defects.
For detail: financialexpress.com
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: filtermag.org

Canadian Advocates Clash Over Calls for Vape Flavor Ban

Tobacco harm reduction advocates in Canada have fired back, after tobacco control groups urged the government to ban vape flavors at an October 4 press conference.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cdc.gov

Youth Tobacco Product Use at a 25-Year Low, Yet Disparities Persist

October 17, 2024 – Current tobacco product use among U.S. middle and high school students has dropped to the lowest recorded level in 25 years.
For detail: cdc.gov
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bloomberg.com

Skin Tone May Impact the Effectiveness of Nicotine Patches

Many factors can affect how well a drug works: age, whether you’ve eaten, your weight and even drinking grapefruit juice.
For detail: bloomberg.com
Published Oct 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: abc.net.au

Nicotine pouches gaining popularity with teens despite being illegal in Australia

Thursday 17 October Two oval containers with white pouches and golden pouches on a background of yellow and orange graphic.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Oct 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Align tobacco tax with Viet Nam’s goals for health and prosperity, says WHO in new policy brief

High rates of smoking are threatening Viet Nam’s national tobacco control and health targets, and its long-term aspiration of becoming a high-income country by 2045, according to a new publication by the World Health Organization (WHO).
For detail: who.int
Published Oct 16, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: thedailystar.net

Do we need stricter tobacco control?

While using public transportation, about 25 million persons globally are exposed to second-hand smoke.
For detail: thedailystar.net
Published Oct 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: statnews.com

Ahead of public meeting, FDA signals flexibility in evaluating smoking cessation treatments

Critics take issue with the FDA requiring companies to use abstinence as an endpoint for trials.
For detail: statnews.com
Published Oct 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

British American Tobacco to launch synthetic nicotine pouches

A employee holds tobacco leaves during cigarettes manufacturing process in the British American Tobacco Cigarette Factory (BAT) in Bayreuth A employee holds tobacco leaves during cigarettes manufacturing process in the British American Tobacco Cigarette Factory (BAT) in Bayreuth, southern Germany, April 30, 2014.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Oct 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: reason.com

We Were Wrong To Panic About Secondhand Smoke

A recent American Cancer Society study reports a negligible risk from passive smoking, shedding new light on the uproar over a 2003 paper.
For detail: reason.com
Published Oct 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: purdue.edu

Purdue researchers investigate the effects of vaping on oral and lung health

A younger man's profile is seen holding a vaping device with a cloud of smoke in front of him.
For detail: purdue.edu
Published Oct 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: oregonlive.com

Oregon ban on ‘flashy’ e-cigarette packaging targeting minors is unconstitutional, court rules

An array of disposable flavored electronic cigarette devices are displayed for sale Disposable flavored electronic cigarette devices were displayed for sale in 2023.
For detail: oregonlive.com
Published Oct 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nature.com

Maternal e-cigarette exposure alters DNA methylome, site-specific CpG and CH methylation, and transcriptomic signatures in the neonatal brain

Maternal use of e-cigarette (e-cig) aerosols poses significant risks to fetal brain development, potentially increasing susceptibility to neurodevelopmental disorders in later life.
For detail: nature.com
Published Oct 16, 2024
[Urge Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

UK health leaders urge chancellor to invest in a smoke-free UK

Over 200 leading doctors, professional bodies and charities are urging the chancellor to use the budget on 30 October to invest in creating a smoke free UK as quickly as possible, and make the tobacco industry pay.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Oct 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Researchers urge regulation of flavored tobacco products

Tobacco products with flavor descriptors.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Oct 16, 2024
[Smoke-Free]

Source: medicalxpress.com

UK health leaders urge chancellor to invest in a smoke-free UK

Over 200 leading doctors, professional bodies and charities are urging the chancellor to use the budget on 30 October to invest in creating a smoke free UK as quickly as possible, and make the tobacco industry pay.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Oct 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: indiatoday.in

Akshay Kumar's ad replaced after 6 years: How it was more than just anti-smoking ad

For six years, Akshay Kumar's unique ad combined anti-smoking message with menstrual hygiene advocacy, impacting public health dialogue in India.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published Oct 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: globenewswire.com

E-Cigarette Market Outlook & Forecast 2024-2029: Perception as a Safer Alternative, Marketing & Advertising Strategies, and High Adoption of Rechargeable E-Cigarettes Bolster Growth

Dublin, Oct. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "E-Cigarette Market - Global Outlook & Forecast 2024-2029" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.
For detail: globenewswire.com
Published Oct 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: exposetobacco.org

Tobacco Sponsorship of F1 Could Put Children on a Fast Track to Addiction

Millions of children are now exposed to e-cigarette and nicotine pouch branding via F1 Kids.
For detail: exposetobacco.org
Published Oct 16, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: asiaharmreductionalliance.net

How the WHO FCTC Implicitly Supports Tobacco Harm Reduction

In a recent speech during the 2024 New Approaches Conference in New York, Dr. Denzil L. Douglas, the Foreign Minister for St.
For detail: asiaharmreductionalliance.net
Published Oct 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wpr.org

Dual use of combustible and electronic cigarettes is worse for your health

While vaping on its own is less harmful than smoking cigarettes, researchers say that many people are falling into a concerning “dual use” pattern of smoking both cigarettes and e-cigarettes.
For detail: wpr.org
Published Oct 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wales247.co.uk

Two High Street Shops hit with fines over illegal vape sales

Two Town centre shops have appeared before Merthyr Magistrates Court for selling vapes to a 15 year old boy in Merthyr Tydfil.
For detail: wales247.co.uk
Published Oct 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

Vaping When Pregnant Should be Considered in the Context of Reducing Harm From Smoking

While more studies advise against vaping when pregnant, the harm reduction principle still holds.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Oct 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thestatesman.com

Akshay Kumar’s anti-smoking ad pulled after 6 years in theaters

The ad showed Akshay advising Nandu, played by Ajay, to quit smoking and use the money saved to buy sanitary pads for his wife.
For detail: thestatesman.com
Published Oct 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sydneyswans.com.au

Tackling smoking through the power of sport

The Sydney Swans will return to the Top End this November, hosting a football festival with the aim of delivering an important health message about smoking.
For detail: sydneyswans.com.au
Published Oct 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: pinkvilla.com

Akshay Kumar's anti-smoking ad featuring Nandu pulled down from theaters by CBFC after over 6 years; Details inside

The CBFC has removed Akshay Kumar's anti-smoking ad featuring Nandu from theaters after over six years.
For detail: pinkvilla.com
Published Oct 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.az

Maldives bans vaping and related products

In an official statement released Tuesday, President Mohamed Muizzu instructed authorities to prohibit the import of vaporizer devices, accessories, and parts starting November 15, 2024, News.
For detail: news.az
Published Oct 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: moneycontrol.com

CBFC pulls down Akshay Kumar’s anti-smoking Nandu ad after six years

Recent reports indicate that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has decided to withdraw the ad, six years after its initial release.
For detail: moneycontrol.com
Published Oct 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: edition.mv

Import duty on tobacco products to be raised to eight percent

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has decided to raise the import duty on tobacco products to eight percent from November onwards.
For detail: edition.mv
Published Oct 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: csnews.com

British American Tobacco Steps Up Efforts to Support a Smokeless World

LONDON — British American Tobacco (BAT) launched global initiative Omni during the company's first-ever Transformation Forum in London.
For detail: csnews.com
Published Oct 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cachevalleydaily.com

Ask an Expert

The use of e-cigarettes, commonly known as vaping, has surged among youth and young adults since the devices were introduced to the U.S.
For detail: cachevalleydaily.com
Published Oct 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businesspress.vegas

Clearing the air: Tobacco harm reduction strategies in the workplace

Nevada’s economy is still shaky at best after recovering from the highest unemployment rates in the nation.
For detail: businesspress.vegas
Published Oct 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: banburyfm.com

She started smoking due to stress but then couldn’t give up

A pregnant mum from Banbury who is nearly three months smoke free is encouraging others to give up smoking.
For detail: banburyfm.com
Published Oct 15, 2024
[NCD Vaping]

Source: avas.mv

Maldives Pres orders ban on vape imports and sales

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has announced a ban on the importation of vape products in the Maldives.
For detail: avas.mv
Published Oct 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

U.K. County Installs Vape Waste Bins for Recycling

In North Yorkshire County in the United Kingdom, vape recycling bins have been installed at all 20 household waste recycling centers to prevent vapes from ending up in curbside bins.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tobacco Sales Boost Luxembourg Budget

Luxembourg’s budget will be boosted by millions of additional euros in tax revenue due to higher than anticipated tobacco sales this year The Luxembourg Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Activists Celebrate Declining Smoking Rates

New Zealand has achieved its Smokefree 2025 goal ahead of schedule, with smoking rates plummeting to unprecedented lows, according to the Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scitechdaily.com

Vaping Accelerates Vascular Aging, USC Study Warns

USC researchers found that nicotine from both electronic and traditional cigarettes harms cardiovascular health. E-cigarettes damage blood vessels, while traditional cigarettes affect heart function.
For detail: scitechdaily.com
Published Oct 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: mja.com.au

Beyond vaping: the increased risks of smoking for Australian adolescents who vape

New research shows Australian adolescents who have vaped are five times more likely to initiate smoking compared to their peers who have never vaped.
For detail: mja.com.au
Published Oct 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: healthshots.com

India tops oral cancer cases in South Asia due to smokeless tobacco and areca nut: Study

India has the highest number of oral cancer cases in South Asia, according to a new Lancet study.
For detail: healthshots.com
Published Oct 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: endeavorhealth.org

How smoking affects your heart

The patient pulled a pack from her coat and handed them me. I tossed them in the trash.
For detail: endeavorhealth.org
Published Oct 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: canr.msu.edu

From cigarettes to e-cigarettes: The evolution of tobacco use in the United States

share this on facebookShare share this on twitterTweet save to PinterestSave share this on linkedinShare print this pagePrint Email this pageEmail A historical journey through the evolution of smoking, public health policies and the rise of e-cigarettes in America.
For detail: canr.msu.edu
Published Oct 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Smoking was costing me in more ways than one'

North Yorkshire Council John Peacock leans over his Keeway Superlight bike. He is wearing a leather jacket, sunglasses and a watch on his left wrist.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 14, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Council installs vape recycling bins at its tips

North Yorkshire Council A woman and two men empty plastic containers and a bag full of disposable vape pens into a blue recycling bin at a tip site, with waste containers and traffic cones in the background.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: banburyguardian.co.uk

Banbury woman is one of scores kicking the smoking habit for their babies

Zarah Jaggs, 32, is nearly three months smoke free and is encouraging others to give up smoking, having received ‘outstanding’ support from a specialist maternity service launched by Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH) earlier this year.
For detail: banburyguardian.co.uk
Published Oct 14, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: ama-assn.org

Menthol cigarette smokers join lawsuit asking for ban to finally begin

The AMA and other organizations have added people directly affected by menthol cigarette smoking as plaintiffs to a lawsuit they filed earlier this year that aims to ensure that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at last issues a final rule to ban the habit-forming cigarette.
For detail: ama-assn.org
Published Oct 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

The Undeniable Benefits of Allowing Vaping in Jails

The proof is in the pudding: real-world data have proven that when inmates who were former smokers are allowed to vape, there are undeniable benefits to their health, behavior and general state of being, greatly reducing the level of violence in that prison.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Oct 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sciencedirect.com

Who uses cigarette price promotions in the U.S.? examining the combined effect of social identities

Tobacco industry offers price promotions to promote cigarette smoking.
For detail: sciencedirect.com
Published Oct 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: mensjournal.com

It's Never Too Late to Quit Smoking and Increase Life Expectancy, New Study Suggests

For years, scientific studies have pointed to both the detrimental effects that smoking cigarettes can have on our health and the benefits that quitting can bring in the short and long term.
For detail: mensjournal.com
Published Oct 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: desmoinesregister.com

Opinion: Iowa leads the way on vaping regulation; nation must follow

While Iowa has built a system that safeguards our children, these illicit disposable vapes continue to be sold across the country, putting millions of kids at risk.
For detail: desmoinesregister.com
Published Oct 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Vape shop shut over illegal sales now youth centre

It was shut down earlier this year after Norfolk Police seized thousands of illegal products including illicit cigarettes and vapes, which the business was also found to be selling to children.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Exposure to nicotine and withdrawal in Wistar rats: an electrophysiological study

Introduction: Throughout the world, smoking is one of the principal causes of preventable death.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Oct 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: msn.com

Is passive vaping dangerous for children?

"Well it's not nearly as bad as smoking tobacco, right?" People who vape often reassure themselves that what they - and people around them - are inhaling won't cause much damage to their health, at least compared to cigarettes.
For detail: msn.com
Published Oct 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Vapes placed near children's sweets sparks concern

John Wimperis A large display of vapes at the end of a Halloween sweets aisle in Morrisons in Worle.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wrbl.com

Annual FDA Youth Tobacco Survey highlights e-cigs, nicotine pouches

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Results from the FDA’s 2024 Annual Youth Tobacco Survey show new trends in teenage nicotine consumption. It highlights two product types: e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches.
For detail: wrbl.com
Published Oct 11, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: wjla.com

MCPS to receive $2M from Juul settlement to install vape detectors in high schools

The Montgomery County Council recently approved $2 million in funding for vape detectors to be installed in all MCPS high schools.
For detail: wjla.com
Published Oct 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wdbj7.com

Concerns surround vaping and teens - and what is being done to protect kids

There are many people who believe it is no accident that now we have more children than ever before, vaping, which as you know is a very serious and dangerous threat to their health and overall well-being.
For detail: wdbj7.com
Published Oct 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wbur.org

Trump vows to 'save vaping'

Elf Bar and Esco Bar flavored disposable vaping devices are displayed in Washington on Monday, June 26, 2023.
For detail: wbur.org
Published Oct 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: veniceoarsman.com

Anti-Vaping Commercial Highlights Venice Mother-Son Duo

Maria Galaviz Flores has owned La Paloma Market on Venice Boulevard for 24 years. The Mid-City market sells chips, candy, fresh fruit and liquor, but not vapes.
For detail: veniceoarsman.com
Published Oct 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thetimes.com

Revealed: the hidden scale of children vaping in school

Thousands of pounds are being spent on alarms and CCTV to tackle the problem, as parents are seen handing vapes through schoolgates while pupils hide them in jackets Nicola Woolcock.
For detail: thetimes.com
Published Oct 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nypost.com

I’m a doctor — here are 4 things I would never do because they’re bad for your body

Dr. Jess Andrade, a sports medicine specialist and pediatrics doctor in Massachusetts, is sharing the four activities she won’t do — vape, pull an all-nighter, exercise for less than 150 minutes a week and consume too many artificial ingredients and preservatives.
For detail: nypost.com
Published Oct 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: keck.usc.edu

Vaping devices with video games

Recently, there has been a noticeable ‘nostalgia’ trend on social media ranging from early 2000s fashion to retro gaming.
For detail: keck.usc.edu
Published Oct 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fingerlakes1.com

Increased Demand for Nicotine Pouches in the U.S. Leads to Nationwide Shortage

A surge in demand for nicotine pouches, particularly the popular Zyn brand, is leading to a nationwide shortage in the U.S.
For detail: fingerlakes1.com
Published Oct 11, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: devon.gov.uk

Business prosecuted after vape sale to under 18

We’ve prosecuted convenience store and the owner has been ordered to pay £2,326 after an employee sold a disposable vape to a customer who was under 18.
For detail: devon.gov.uk
Published Oct 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cityviewnc.com

Cumberland commissioners plan vaping ban on county property

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on X (Opens in new window)Click to share on Threads (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) This image depicted a test tube rack that had been stocked with examples of various electronic cigarettes, referred to as e-cigarettes, or e-cigs, and vaping pens.
For detail: cityviewnc.com
Published Oct 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wusa9.com

Bathroom vape break? New detectors installed across MCPS say ‘not so fast'

As the use of e-cigarettes among students continues to rise, Montgomery County Public Schools is taking a firm stand against vaping on school grounds.
For detail: wusa9.com
Published Oct 10, 2024
[Smoking FCTC]

Source: vapingpost.com

The UN’s Recent Special Rapporteur Ignores Harm Reduction in Relation to Tobacco Use

Despite the fact that harm reduction is one of the UN's own principles, while applied to other areas of concern such as drug abuse, it is being ignored in relation to smoking and tobacco use.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Oct 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tribuneindia.com

E-cigarettes worth Rs 10 lakh seized in Chandigarh

A joint team led by officials from the Department of Health & Family Welfare seized 335 e-cigarettes (vapes) with an estimated retail value of Rs 10 lakh from a cigarette shop in Sector 18 here today.
For detail: tribuneindia.com
Published Oct 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: hackney.gov.uk

Tobacco Workers to Protest in Jakarta

Tobacco workers represented by the Federation of Tobacco Cigarette Food Beverage Trade Unions planned to protest outside the Ministry of Health in Jakarta today to denounce a proposed government regulation of tobacco sales.
For detail: hackney.gov.uk
Published Oct 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: globalcompliancenews.com

An overview of the most important changes per 1 October 2024

The new Tobacco Products Law (TPL) and the revised Tobacco Products Ordinance (TPO) will enter into force today, i.
For detail: globalcompliancenews.com
Published Oct 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: chesterstandard.co.uk

Counterfeit cigarettes and illegal vapes found at Ellesmere Port shop

The Easy Shop in Ellesmere Port was run by Hersh Mamand when the offences took place.
For detail: chesterstandard.co.uk
Published Oct 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wwlp.com

Belchertown to discuss generational nicotine ban

The proposed ordinance would ban the sale of vape or tobacco products to anyone born on or after January 1st, 2004.
For detail: wwlp.com
Published Oct 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: vic.gov.au

Police seize illicit cigarettes, loose tobacco and e-cigarettes in Eltham

Eltham police have seized significant quantities of loose tobacco, illicit cigarettes, and e-cigarettes during a search warrant at a tobacco store in Eltham yesterday morning.
For detail: vic.gov.au
Published Oct 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tallahassee.com

Puff? Enough: Leon Schools installing vape detectors in high school student restrooms

. . . Illegal, disposable, flavored e-cigarettes remain the top choice of American middle and high school students who use tobacco, fueling youth vaping.
For detail: tallahassee.com
Published Oct 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

The impact of electronic cigarette use on periodontitis and periodontal outcomes: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Background: Periodontitis, a prevalent inflammatory disease affecting tooth-supporting structures, leads to significant oral health and systemic complications if untreated.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Oct 09, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: merseynewslive.co.uk

New campaign urges locals to quit smoking for Stoptober

An initiative has been launched in Liverpool encouraging Scousers to quit smoking for “Stoptober”, as new data reveals a record number of locals are stamping out the habit compared to previous years.
For detail: merseynewslive.co.uk
Published Oct 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: iarc.who.int

New study shows that one in three cases of oral cancer globally are due to smokeless tobacco and areca nut use

A new study from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and partners evaluates the global burden of oral cancer linked to smokeless tobacco and areca nut use.
For detail: iarc.who.int
Published Oct 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: health.clevelandclinic.org

Are Nicotine Pouches Safer Than Smoking?

Fingers holding a nicotine pouch in front of container of nicotine pouches Cigarette use in the United States is at an all-time low — great news, as the tobacco in cigarettes can cause cancer.
For detail: health.clevelandclinic.org
Published Oct 09, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bloomberg.com

This Startup Makes Quitting Smoking and Vaping Cool

Good morning, it’s Fiona in New York. Despite the dangers of smoking and vaping, the marketing makes it attractive.
For detail: bloomberg.com
Published Oct 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: barandbench.com

Delhi court grants bail to man accused of smuggling e-cigarettes

The court reiterated the principle of bail not jail and opined that the accused man's statement to the customs authorities about his alleged involvement in the crime was not enough to prevent his release on bail.
For detail: barandbench.com
Published Oct 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: 13newsnow.com

Bethel High School incident sheds light on vaping statistics

Administrators say four students were hospitalized because of a drug-infused vape pen. Experts speak on how hospitalizations in these kinds of cases are rising.
For detail: 13newsnow.com
Published Oct 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wmtw.com

Maine doctor warns teens to stop vaping, using nicotine pouches

Nicotine affects kids and teenagers differently than adults because their brains are still developing.
For detail: wmtw.com
Published Oct 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vapingpost.com

Science and Real-World Data Dispell the Misinformation on Heated Tobacco Products

While many different authorities remain set on villianizing heated tobacco products, in some cases because they are produced by tobacco companies, the numbers speak for themselves.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Oct 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Malaysians Urged to Report Smokers

Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad is encouraging citizens to report rather than confront violators of the country’s new public smoking restrictions, according to The Star.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: reuters.com

Imperial Brands hikes shareholder returns as e-products boom

A woman poses with a cigarette in front of Imperial Brands logo in this illustration taken July 26, 2022.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Oct 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

1 million adult vapers in England have never regularly smoked

Study: Vaping among adults in England who have never regularly smoked: a population-based study, 2016–24. Image Credit: Zeynep Demir Aslim / Shutterstock.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Oct 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

Study reveals marketing tactics of tobacco-free nicotine pouches in the UK

White nicotine pouches that taste like strawberries, are good for your health and evoke a sense of freedom - are as free as only Swedes can be.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Oct 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: iwf.org

Youth E-Cigarette Use Down In Tennessee, Traditional Tobacco Use Remains Low

The Tennessee Department of Education has released the 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) results.
For detail: iwf.org
Published Oct 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cardiovascularbusiness.com

Vaping with e-cigarettes linked to multiple cardiovascular risks

Vaping is assocated with similar cardiovascular risks as smoking based on growing clinical study evidence.
For detail: cardiovascularbusiness.com
Published Oct 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: brighton-hove.gov.uk

Stop smoking for Stoptober and you’re 5 times more likely to quit for good

Stoptober is back, calling on smokers in England to join the 2.5 million others who have made a quit attempt with the campaign previously.
For detail: brighton-hove.gov.uk
Published Oct 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: uvm.edu

Hughes Quoted in Vaping Vibes Story on Nicotine Replacement Therapies

John Hughes, M.D., professor emeritus of psychiatry and psychological science, who passed away in March 2024, was quoted in a Vaping Vibes story on the effectiveness of vaping vs.
For detail: uvm.edu
Published Oct 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: time.com

Having Trouble Quitting Vaping? You’re Not the Only One

Years ago, Dr. Mark Eisenberg, a cardiologist at McGill University in Canada, recommended that one of his patients—a smoker who’d tried everything to quit but still couldn’t—try vaping instead.
For detail: time.com
Published Oct 07, 2024
[Smoking NCD]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Tax, smoke-free legislation and anti-smoking campaigns linked to smoking reduction

Tobacco use remains a significant global health challenge, despite extensive control measures at both national and international levels.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Oct 07, 2024
[Smoking NCD]

Source: eurekalert.org

Tax, smoke-free legislation, and anti-smoking campaigns linked to smoking reduction

Tobacco use remains a significant global health challenge, despite extensive control measures at both national and international levels.
For detail: eurekalert.org
Published Oct 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Laos Adopts Plain Packaging

Laos will require cigarette manufacturers to sell their products in generic packaging starting Dec.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

‘Ireland’s Vape Tax Puts Smokers’ Lives at Risk’

Ireland’s new tax on e-cigarettes is a setback in the fight against tobacco, condemning thousands of smokers to unnecessary premature death, according to international health experts.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 06, 2024
[Law Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Kenya to Update Tobacco Law

Kenyan lawmakers want to update the 2007 Tobacco Control Act to account for new nicotine products, reports Nation.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theconversation.com

Smokers have a higher level of harmful bacteria in the mouth

A recent report by the World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that 8 million people die annually from smoking related complications.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Oct 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: metro.co.uk

Mum ‘felt powerless’ to stop her daughter starting vaping aged just 12

A study by insurance company Zurich that included 1,000 British parents with children aged between five and 17 revealed that one in seven children have been caught vaping.
For detail: metro.co.uk
Published Oct 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tribuneonlineng.com

Is vaping better than smoking

Many of my friends have shifted from smoking cigarettes to the use of e-cigarettes (Vaping) with the belief that Vaping is better than smoking.
For detail: tribuneonlineng.com
Published Oct 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: siasat.com

Hyderabad: Fake Gold Flake cigarettes, others worth Rs 1 cr seized

Fake Gold Flake cigarettes and other Illegally smuggled cigarettes worth more than Rupees 1 crore were seized by the police.
For detail: siasat.com
Published Oct 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newsbook.com.mt

UK government planning to ban vaping near schools and hospitals

The UK government is planning to ban vaping outside school grounds, hospitals and playgrounds in order to discourage vape use amongst children.
For detail: newsbook.com.mt
Published Oct 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nbcdfw.com

Texas juvenile correctional officer arrested for bribing inmates with E-cigarettes

Former correctional officer Jacquevias Watkins, 34, has been charged with bribery after police say he repeatedly exchanged electronic cigarettes for money with inmates at the Evins Regional Juvenile Center in Edinburg, Texas.
For detail: nbcdfw.com
Published Oct 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: independent.co.uk

Government ‘to ban vaping near playgrounds, hospitals and schools’ in crackdown to protect children’s health

The government is reportedly set to ban vaping in playgrounds, hospital grounds and near schools in a crackdown on e-cigarettes aimed at preventing children from taking up the habit.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Oct 05, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: hindustantimes.com

The case against bans, including on cigarettes

There are a thousand good reasons not to smoke; a million good arguments to persuade me against it.
For detail: hindustantimes.com
Published Oct 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: firstpost.com

England mulls to ban vaping outside schools and hospitals in a bid to safeguard children

Ministers in England are pushing for a bill in the British parliament which aims to ban vaping outside schools and hospitals.
For detail: firstpost.com
Published Oct 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Vaping ‘to be banned outside schools and hospitals’ in England

Ministers are reportedly planning to ban vaping in playgrounds, hospital grounds and near schools in an attempt to prevent children from taking up the habit.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Oct 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sciencealert.com

Smoking Ban For Gen Z Could Save 1.2 Million Lives, Study Finds

Banning the sale of tobacco to people born between 2006 and 2010 could prevent around 1.2 million deaths from lung cancer by the end of the century, said a modelling study released Thursday.
For detail: sciencealert.com
Published Oct 04, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Older e-cigarette users face increased odds of respiratory issues, study finds

A study by doctoral student Adriana Eugene and Distinguished Professor Luisa N. Borrell found that older adults who use electronic cigarettes had greater odds of reporting respiratory illness such as asthma, chronic bronchitis, and COPD.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

One million people have started vaping in England, scientists estimate

Scientists estimate a million people across England have started vaping despite never having regularly smoked before.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: westvirginiawatch.com

Kanawha casino wants exemption to smoking ban

Tom Baldwin downloads a sports betting app onto his phone after the opening of the sports betting bar at Mardi Gras Casino & Resort in December 2018.
For detail: westvirginiawatch.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: westnorthants.gov.uk

Helping our residents to stop smoking with free support

The start of October marks Stoptober, a national campaign which encourages people to quit smoking for good.
For detail: westnorthants.gov.uk
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: waateanews.com

Vape sellers flout law with heated tobacco

An undercover sting by Vape-Free Kids has found stores around the country continuing to sell heated tobacco devices despite them being made illegal from October 1.
For detail: waateanews.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ucl.ac.uk

One million people who never regularly smoked now vape in England

The number of adults vaping in England who have never regularly smoked has increased sharply since 2021, when disposable e-cigarettes first became popular, according to a new study by UCL researchers.
For detail: ucl.ac.uk
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

More Vapers Without Smoking History in England

About 1 million vapers in England have no history of regular smoking, reports Bloomberg, citing a new University College London (UCL) study.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tiogapublishing.com

Vaping dangers: Speakers talk about short-, long-term health risks of e-cigarettes

WELLSBORO — While the number of teens smoking tobacco products is declining, it’s offset by skyrocketing numbers who have taken up vaping.
For detail: tiogapublishing.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: timesofcannabis.com

Advocating for Tobacco Harm Reduction Strategies in Pakistan

A recent round table conference in Islamabad highlighted the urgent need for effective tobacco harm reduction (THR) strategies in Pakistan.
For detail: timesofcannabis.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: teaonews.co.nz

‘Shocking’ footage reveals heated tobacco devices still being sold

Several stores nationwide have been found selling non-compliant heated tobacco devices despite new regulations that took effect on Tuesday.
For detail: teaonews.co.nz
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: style.yahoo.com

Eight lesser-known vaping health risks as non-smoker users rise

We tend to think of people taking up vaping as a way to quit smoking, but shocking new statistics have revealed that around one million adults in England now vape - despite not having regularly used cigarettes previously.
For detail: style.yahoo.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: stats.govt.nz

Data sources and imputation for cigarette smoking behaviour in the 2023 Census

Data sources and imputation for cigarette smoking behaviour in the 2023 Census describes the data sources and methods used to produce cigarette smoking behaviour information in the 2023 Census, focusing on the use of alternative data sources to mitigate missing census responses.
For detail: stats.govt.nz
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: ruetir.com

Smoking causes 90% of lung cancer diagnoses, Aiom: “Increase the cost of cigarettes”

Nine out of 10 lung cancer diagnoses are caused by cigarette smoking, which is equivalent, in Italy, to almost 40 thousand new cases in 2023.
For detail: ruetir.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rte.ie

Banning tobacco for young people could prevent 1.2m cancer deaths - study

Banning the sale of tobacco to people born between 2006 and 2010 could prevent around 1.2 million deaths from lung cancer by the end of the century, according to a modelling study by the World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer.
For detail: rte.ie
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Casey Costello releases 'independent' advice on heated tobacco

The Associate Health Minister Casey Costello's "independent advice" on heated tobacco products is five articles that are either about different products, outdated, or only offer weak support for her view.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rfi.fr

Phasing out teen smoking could save 1.2 mn lives: study

Paris (AFP) – Banning the sale of tobacco to people born between 2006 and 2010 could prevent around 1.2 million deaths from lung cancer by the end of the century, said a modelling study released Thursday.
For detail: rfi.fr
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: proactiveinvestors.co.uk

Vaping’s double-edged sword highlighted in new Lancet study

The vaping industry has long touted the benefits it brings to society as a safer alternative to cigarettes, but a new Lancet article proves that the jury is still out on these claims.
For detail: proactiveinvestors.co.uk
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: oleantimesherald.com

2 Cattaraugus County stores fined for vape law violations

OLEAN — Two Cattaraugus County stores received fines for selling to minors and offering flavored vaping products for sale.
For detail: oleantimesherald.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nicotinepolicy.net

How Tobacco Harm Reduction is Changing Lives?

Experts dive deep into the connections between health, economics, and tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: nicotinepolicy.net
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

Study reveals sharp increase in vaping among never-regular smokers in England

The number of adults vaping in England who have never regularly smoked has increased sharply since 2021, when disposable e-cigarettes first became popular, according to a new study by UCL researchers.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: news-medical.net

Accelerating tobacco decline could boost global life expectancy

Accelerating the decline in tobacco smoking globally, by decreasing smoking prevalence from current levels to 5% everywhere, could increase life expectancy and prevent millions of premature deaths by 2050, according to a study from the Global Burden of Disease, Injuries and Risk Factors (GBD) Tobacco Forecasting Collaborators published in The Lancet Public Health journal.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Sharp rise in vaping among young adult non-smokers

Young lady wearing blue demin shirt and jeans, She has her arms crossed and is holding a disposable vape, with a plume of smoke obscuring her face.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Shopkeeper fined £16k for selling illegal vapes

A cardboard box with 10 illegal vape boxes lying in the bottom. They are colourful designs with a picture of the rectangular vape on the front, along with a warning that the product is highly addictive.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kentlive.news

Tunbridge Wells hosts illegal vape pilot to protect children

Local Vape Action (LVA) will bring together a number of bodies to target illegal sales to youngsters.
For detail: kentlive.news
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: indiatoday.in

Banning tobacco sales can prevent 1.2 million lung cancer deaths: Lancet study

Smoking rates are projected to drop to 21% in men and 4% in women by 2050, according to the new Lancet study.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: independent.co.uk

One million in England now vape despite never having been regular smokers

A new study suggests the number of people vaping in England who have never regularly smoked has increased sharply I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthcareleadernews.com

One million people vape despite never smoking regularly

Around one million people now vape despite never having been regular smokers, a study in The Lancet has suggested.
For detail: healthcareleadernews.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: gloucestershirelive.co.uk

Eight symptoms you may not know your vape is causing

Vaping can damage your stomach lining, among other grim side effects (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Never miss the latest local news again by signing up to our Daily Newsletter.
For detail: gloucestershirelive.co.uk
Published Oct 03, 2024
[GP Vaping]

Source: gloucestershirelive.co.uk

Woman who used vape for seven years has horrific shock when she visits GP

A woman, known as Emma Kay, revealed the stark reality of how vaping can impact your health.
For detail: gloucestershirelive.co.uk
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: france24.com

Phasing out teen smoking could save 1.2 mn lives: study

Paris (AFP) – Banning the sale of tobacco to people born between 2006 and 2010 could prevent around 1.2 million deaths from lung cancer by the end of the century, said a modelling study released Thursday.
For detail: france24.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Smoking rates of young adults in steep decline

New data has shown a steep decline in the smoking rates of young adults in the UK over the past decade, while vaping continues to rise.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businesstech.co.za

South Africa divided over new smoking laws

The reintroduction of the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Bill in hopes of getting the proposed smoking laws passed once again has left many South Africans divided.
For detail: businesstech.co.za
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bmj.com

Vaping: One million adults in England who never regularly smoked now use e-cigarettes

The number of adults in England who use e-cigarettes despite never regularly smoking tobacco has risen sharply to around a million people, a study has found.
For detail: bmj.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Is vaping bad for you and how are the rules changing?

The number of adults and young people using e-cigarettes and vapes has increased as smoking rates have fallen.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Illicit tobacco and vapes seized in raids

Kent County Council Packets of cigarettes seized during the checks by Kent County CouncilKent County Council Inspections at five retail stores in Sittingbourne, Maidstone and Dover were carried out by Kent Trading Standards, Kent Police, HMRC and specially trained tobacco and cash detection dogs.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Non-Smokers Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Sharp rise in vaping among young adult non-smokers

Getty Images Young lady wearing blue demin shirt and jeans, She has her arms crossed and is holding a disposable vape, with a plume of smoke obscuring her face.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: atlantanewsfirst.com

FDA Reviews Impact of Nicotine Pouches

They’re promoted as a safer option than cigarettes because they don’t contain tobacco. But medical organization such as the American Lung Association and American Cancer Society are calling on the FDA to stop the sales of these popular products.
For detail: atlantanewsfirst.com
Published Oct 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: al24news.com

Lung Cancer: Mortality Rates May Drop with Tobacco-Free Youth

A study led by the World Health Organization’s cancer agency, the IARC, published on Thursday, suggests that banning tobacco sales to individuals born between 2006 and 2010 could potentially prevent nearly 1.2 million lung cancer deaths by the end of the century.
For detail: al24news.com
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Harm reduction is part of the solution!

Check out the latest GFN Voices episode, where Konstantinos Farsalinos shares his thoughts on the current state of tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

Smoking vs Vaping - Which Is Worse For Your Skin?

Doctor Gary Linkov explains how devastating smoking and vaping are for your skin.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: wokingham.today

Berkshire NHS offering expanded support to help smokers quit in sites across its sites

CLINICIANS at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust have announced expanded support for patients to help stop smoking across its sites.
For detail: wokingham.today
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: viterbischool.usc.edu

Evidence of Vaping’s Harmful Effects on Blood Vessels and the Left Ventricle of Heart

Researchers develop smartphone-adaptable tools to determine the impact of nicotine-infused e-cigarettes Smoke bellows out from a human mouth, the person is smoking a vaping pipe.
For detail: viterbischool.usc.edu
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: vapingpost.com

The Misinformation vs the Truth About Nicotine Pouches

While the newfound panic about the increase in popularity of nicotine pouches seems to be reaching the one on vapes, and in some cases even replacing it, data consistently indicate the products' relative safety and benefits for smoking cessation.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: urdupoint.com

IRADA Calls For Adopting Tobacco Harm Reduction Strategies

PESHAWAR, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 2nd Oct, 2024) The Initiative on Risk-Reduction and Dependable Alternatives (IRADA) hosted a round-table conference to adopt effective tobacco harm reduction strategies.
For detail: urdupoint.com
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

One million people in England vape despite never having smoked regularly, study finds

One million people in England now vape despite never having been regular smokers, a seven-fold increase in just three years, according to research that has prompted alarm among health experts.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: stsft.nhs.uk

North East smoking rates fall to second lowest in the country

Fresh has welcomed new figures out today showing a record low in adult smoking rates – and for the first time, rates in the North East are lower than the England average and the second lowest in the country.
For detail: stsft.nhs.uk
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: portsmouth.gov.uk

New figures show falling smoking rates in Portsmouth

New data has shown smoking rates are dropping in Portsmouth; 2023 data shows 10.1% of Portsmouth adults are estimated to be current smokers, a drop from 14.7% in 2022.
For detail: portsmouth.gov.uk
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: orlandosentinel.com

Commentary: Enforce existing regulations against illegal disposable vapes

While some states have made strides in regulating vaping products, Florida is the No.
For detail: orlandosentinel.com
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Effects of passive smoking on cortical spreading depolarization in male and female mice

Background: Patients with migraine are typically advised to avoid passive smoking because it may aggravate headaches and other health conditions.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: mirror.co.uk

Smokers can try these foods to help ease cigarette cravings if they're trying to quit

With Stoptober now in its 13th year, thousands of Brits are taking part this month prompting a doctor reveal the surprising foods which can help curb cigarette cravings Some foods are surprising beneficial in reducing nicotine cravings.
For detail: mirror.co.uk
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicalxpress.com

One million people who never regularly smoked now vape in England, finds study

The number of adults vaping in England who have never regularly smoked has increased sharply since 2021, when disposable e-cigarettes first became popular, according to a new study by UCL researchers.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Banning tobacco sales among young people could prevent 1.2 million lung cancer deaths, study suggests

Creating a generation of people who never smoke could prevent 1.2 million deaths from lung cancer globally, according to a study led by researchers from the University of Santiago de Compostela, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), and global collaborators published in The Lancet Public Health journal.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Eliminating tobacco smoking could help increase life expectancy by 2050, study suggests

Accelerating the decline in tobacco smoking globally, by decreasing smoking prevalence from current levels to 5% everywhere, could increase life expectancy and prevent millions of premature deaths by 2050, according to a study from the Global Burden of Disease, Injuries and Risk Factors (GBD) Tobacco Forecasting Collaborators published in The Lancet Public Health journal.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: local.gov.uk

‘Councils can help government eliminate smoking’ - LGA on ONS smoking figures

Council public health teams work hard to help reduce smoking rates and it is testament to their efforts that smoking rates continue to fall.
For detail: local.gov.uk
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: liverpoolexpress.co.uk

New campaign urges scousers to stop smoking for “Stoptober”

Smokers in Liverpool are being encouraged to quit for “Stoptober” as new data shows the city’s residents are stubbing out the habit in record numbers.
For detail: liverpoolexpress.co.uk
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: indianexpress.com

Amitabh Bachchan smoked 200 cigarettes a day, would drink anything he could get his hands on: When Big B revealed why he gave it all up

Amitabh Bachchan confessed in a 1980 interview that he used to be a meat-eater, cigarette smoker, and occasionally violent in his youth.
For detail: indianexpress.com
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: healthdata.org

The Lancet Public Health: Accelerating actions to eliminate tobacco smoking could help increase life expectancy and prevent millions of premature deaths by 2050, modelling study suggests

First in-depth forecasts of future worldwide health impacts of smoking reveal potential effects of eliminating smoking on life expectancy and premature deaths by 2050.
For detail: healthdata.org
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: gloucestershirelive.co.uk

Surprising foods to curb cigarette cravings if you're trying to quit smoking

Google searches for ' Stoptober' were up 3,200% in the past month which prompted Dr Ashwin Sharma to advise Brits on how they can manage to quit smoking effectively This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.
For detail: gloucestershirelive.co.uk
Published Oct 02, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: dailyparliamenttimes.com

IRADA Urges Pakistan to Adopt Tobacco Harm Reduction Strategies to Save Millions of Lives

Peshawar, (PR) :A round table conference hosted by the Initiative on Risk-reduction & Dependable Alternatives (IRADA) in Peshawar which was attended by more than 25 participants including experts in tobacco control, public health officials, NGOs, and local stakeholders.
For detail: dailyparliamenttimes.com
Published Oct 02, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bworldonline.com

Vape industry says compliance burden forcing sellers to close

UP TO 20% of the domestic vape industry has shut down due to onerous government regulations, according to an industry representative.
For detail: bworldonline.com
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Steep fall in young smokers in past decade

Fewer than one out of every 10 young adults in the UK smoke cigarettes - a steep drop from a quarter of 18-24-year-olds 12 years ago, according to official estimates.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: acs.org

Vaping vs. smoking: What does decades of research tell us?

E-cigarettes, commonly referred to as “vapes,” were invented in the early 2000s with the explicit goal of helping people quit smoking by transitioning them to something safer.
For detail: acs.org
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wgrz.com

Two new efforts target an end to teen vaping

Supporters hope a research grant for the University at Buffalo and a proposed state law will make a difference.
For detail: wgrz.com
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

Get smoke free this Stoptober with support from Westmorland and Furness Council

Stoptober is back for 2024 and Westmorland and Furness Council is offering support to help people quit smoking this October and into the future.
For detail: westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: walsall.gov.uk

Walsall residents encouraged to ‘quit smoking for good’ this Stoptober

An annual national campaign gets underway today (1 October 2024) to encourage smokers in England to join the 2.
For detail: walsall.gov.uk
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Australia’s New Vape Rules Take Effect

As of Oct. 1, 2024, people aged 18 years and older can buy vapes from participating pharmacies with a nicotine concentration of 20 mg per milliliter or less without a prescription, where states and territory laws allow, according to the website of the Australian government’s Department of Health and Aged Care.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Paper Explores British Harm Reduction Success

The latest briefing paper from the Global State of Tobacco Harm Reduction (GSTHR), a project from public health agency Knowledge Action Change (KAC), focuses on the remarkable shift from smoking to vaping that has taken place in the United Kingdom in recent years.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Indonesia Keeps Tax Rates

Indonesia’s finance ministry confirmed that the country’s tobacco excise rate will remain unchanged for 2025, reports Tempo.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Indonesia Keeps Tax Rates

Indonesia’s finance ministry confirmed that the country’s tobacco excise rate will remain unchanged for 2025, reports Tempo.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tasmaniantimes.com

Tasmanian Vaping Laws to Remain in Place Despite National Changes

Vaping laws coming into effect from today in some other parts of Australia will not apply in Tasmania, the Director of Public Health, Dr Mark Veitch, has confirmed.
For detail: tasmaniantimes.com
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: swissinfo.ch

New Swiss tobacco law: are minors sufficiently protected?

On October 1, the new Tobacco Products Act came into force across Switzerland.
For detail: swissinfo.ch
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: rte.ie

New excise duty on vapes and €1 rise on 20 cigarettes

A domestic tax of 50c per millilitre of e-liquid will be introduced - adding around €1.23 to the cost of a typical, disposable vape.
For detail: rte.ie
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: newstalk.com

New vaping levy condemned as a tax on 'quitting cigarettes'

Finance Minister Jack Chambers has announced that there will be a tax of 50 cents will be imposed on every military of e-liquid next year.
For detail: newstalk.com
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Proportion of women aged 16-24 vaping daily highest since current records began

The proportion of women aged 16 to 24 in Great Britain who are daily e-cigarette users is at its highest level since current records began, new figures suggest.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.sky.com

Fenland named UK district with highest percentage of smokers - see where your area ranks

The ONS has released a list of the estimated average proportion of adult smokers in every district in the UK.
For detail: news.sky.com
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: msn.com

Vapes are now available in pharmacies without a prescription. But not all states or pharmacists are on board

Vapes are now exclusively for Australians trying to quit smoking and only come in menthol, mint or tobacco flavours.
For detail: msn.com
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: miragenews.com

UK Researchers Enhance Tobacco Treatments For Disabled

When Sean Regnier, Ph.D., started working with people with intellectual and development disabilities (IDD) 10 years ago, he noticed a high rate of cigarette smoking among his clients.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: livemint.com

UK Researchers Enhance Tobacco Treatments For Disabled

When Sean Regnier, Ph.D., started working with people with intellectual and development disabilities (IDD) 10 years ago, he noticed a high rate of cigarette smoking among his clients.
For detail: livemint.com
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: lambeth.gov.uk

This Stoptober, we can help you stop smoking for good

Smokers are five times more likely to successfully stop smoking forever with specialist help than going it alone. This Stoptober, get the help you need from Lambeth Stop Smoking Service.
For detail: lambeth.gov.uk
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: health.gov.au

Pharmacists prepared to help Australians quit vaping

From today, new vaping reforms come into force to protect Australian kids from the harms of vaping and nicotine dependence.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: guernseypress.com

Proportion of women aged 16-24 vaping daily highest since current records began

It also emerged that around 5.1 million people aged 16 or over are likely to have vaped every day or occasionally in 2023.
For detail: guernseypress.com
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: filtermag.org

“Merci la Vape”—French Advocates Counter Relentless Anti-Vape Moves

Tobacco harm reduction has been under attack in France, despite the country’s high rates of smoking and smoking-related deaths.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: codeblue.galencentre.org

Banning E-Cigarettes Seems More Reasonable Than Regulating Them

Despite health risks and youth vaping surge, Indonesia regulates e-cigarettes instead of banning them.
For detail: codeblue.galencentre.org
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Illegal vapes seized in series of shop raids

Cambridgeshire County Council Illegal vapes and cigarettes in plastic bags.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Oct 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc.net.au

Vapes are now available in pharmacies without a prescription. But not all states or pharmacists are on board

Vapes are now exclusively for Australians trying to quit smoking and only come in menthol, mint or tobacco flavours.
For detail: abc.net.au

News Excerpts of September-2024

Published Sep 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theconversation.com

Pharmacists are now allowed to supply nicotine vapes over the counter. But they might not be so easy to access

From today, October 1, new changes to Australian laws around vaping products should make it easier for adults to get low-dose nicotine vapes as a tool to quit smoking.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Sep 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tandfonline.com

Expectations of the effects of nicotine on gambling behavior

Sample our Behavioral Sciences journals, sign in here to start your access, latest two full volumes FREE to you for 14 days.
For detail: tandfonline.com
Published Sep 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: observertoday.com

State ban on ‘entertainment’ vapes proposed

That’s the basic gist of a new piece of legislation introduced recently by Assemblywoman Linda Rosenthal, D-New York City.
For detail: observertoday.com
Published Sep 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nst.com.my

Curb illicit tobacco consumption with a hybrid tax approach

Illicit trade threatens the viability of legitimate businesses while shrinking government revenue from tobacco taxes. - NSTP FILE PIC Illicit trade threatens the viability of legitimate businesses while shrinking government revenue from tobacco taxes.
For detail: nst.com.my
Published Sep 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news18.com

Do You Smoke Cigarettes with Tea? Quit Now or Risk These 9 Life-Threatening Diseases

Reports suggest that cigarette smokers have a 7% higher risk of heart attack, and their life expectancy may be reduced by up to 17 years.
For detail: news18.com
Published Sep 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: masslive.com

Vape detectors at Westfield schools may be tamping down on e-cigarette use

WESTFIELD — Westfield High School Principal Charles Jendrysik said more students than he’d like are vaping, though some evidence points to a reduction in e-cigarette use.
For detail: masslive.com
Published Sep 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: heartfoundation.org.au

Heart Foundation supports Western Australia's tough action to restrict vape sales

The Heart Foundation welcomes Western Australia's move to uphold strong vaping restrictions, ensuring continued protection against the harmful effects of e-cigarettes.
For detail: heartfoundation.org.au
Published Sep 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: gulfnews.com

From combustible tobacco product to innovative alternatives: BAT creates pathway to a smokeless world

Wael Sabra, Area Director for BAT Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa – West, says the company is committed to creating a world where smoking is a thing of the past.
For detail: gulfnews.com
Published Sep 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: cureus.com

The Impact of Nicotine Patches on Gingival and Oral Health: A Narrative Review

Cite this article as: Alayadi H (September 30, 2024) The Impact of Nicotine Patches on Gingival and Oral Health: A Narrative Review.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Sep 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: azcapitoltimes.com

We Must Do More to Protect Public Health from Nicotine

Dr. Rachel M. Bond, with the American Heart Association Greater Phoenix Division//September 29, 2024//[read_meter] When I began medical school nearly two decades ago, tobacco use in the U.S.
For detail: azcapitoltimes.com
Published Sep 28, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: tbsnews.net

Doctors advocate for stricter tobacco control to combat non-communicable diseases

They made the remark at a workshop titled "Empowering Young Physicians for Tobacco Control in Bangladesh" organised by the National Heart Foundation Hospital and Research Institute today A growing number of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes in Bangladesh have been linked to the use of tobacco products, according to medical experts.
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published Sep 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: cureus.com

Perceptions Regarding the Use of E-cigarettes Among Smokers in Saudi Arabia

Cite this article as: Almugti H S, Alzahrani N A (September 28, 2024) Perceptions Regarding the Use of E-cigarettes Among Smokers in Saudi Arabia.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Sep 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

GVA Reiterates Commitment to Helping Smokers Quit

One year after its founding, the Global Vape Alliance (GVA) met in Dortmund, Germany, to renew its commitment helping smokers quit cigarettes and improve their health.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thestatesman.com

Myths about vaping do more harm than good

Few topics in mental health create as much attention and misunderstanding as the rise of vaping.
For detail: thestatesman.com
Published Sep 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Events arm of Economist group to stop signing tobacco sponsorship deals

Exclusive: Move signals change of policy that was causing health groups to withdraw from conferences and disquiet within media brand ‘Crisis issue’: the unease at Economist over parent group’s tobacco links.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Sep 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thediplomat.com

How Social Media Is Pushing Vapes on Young Indians

E-cigarette companies are exploiting social media platforms and websites to recruit young customers by misleading them into nicotine addiction.
For detail: thediplomat.com
Published Sep 27, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: tameside.gov.uk

Friends support one another to successfully stub their smoking habit

Kirsty and MarkTOGETHER two friends of 16 years self-referred themselves to Be Well Tameside, as a way of encouraging each other to stop smoking for good.
For detail: tameside.gov.uk
Published Sep 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: pharmacydaily.com.au

PSA’s new vaping criteria

THE Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) has released updated Guidelines for pharmacists providing smoking cessation support, coinciding with legislative changes starting 01 Oct.
For detail: pharmacydaily.com.au
Published Sep 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: openaccessgovernment.org

Understanding and acknowledging various factors that impact cigarette smoking and exposure is critical when creating public health interventions to curb tobacco use. Here, Theodore R. Holford from Yale University discusses the impact of different approaches to tobacco control

The harmful effects of cigarette smoking have been widely recognized for more than 50 years (1), and the huge toll that it has taken in shortening lives has led to the recognition of an urgent need to reduce associated exposure.
For detail: openaccessgovernment.org
Published Sep 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nzherald.co.nz

Where there’s smoke there’s fire: Tighter laws urged for vape and tobacco shops

What kinds of chemicals go into vape juice, and what can they do to your body? A Kea Kids News animation explores the science, and reporter Mason takes us to Wellington, where kids and adults have teamed up to crack down.
For detail: nzherald.co.nz
Published Sep 27, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: msn.com

Senators grill FDA about vaping

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – Senate Republicans and Democrats agree they need to deal with what they call a vaping epidemic impacting kids in the U.S.
For detail: msn.com
Published Sep 27, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Vape residue may harm unborn babies, mouse study suggests

Exposure to vape and e-cigarette residue on surfaces while pregnant could put unborn babies at risk of immune system damage, new research suggests.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Sep 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: krem.com

Lake Pend Oreille School District launches anti-vaping program

The school district says its goal is to implement a tobacco and nicotine-free culture that provides a proactive educational environment.
For detail: krem.com
Published Sep 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: healthday.com

Vaping Tied to Lower Cognitive Scores in College Students

FRIDAY, Sept. 27, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Vaping is tied to lower cognitive scores in college students, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Neurological Association, held from Sept.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Sep 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Smoking before adulthood increases risk of respiratory symptoms in your 20s

People who started smoking under the age of 18 are more likely to experience respiratory symptoms, such as wheezing and phlegm, in their 20s.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Sep 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: 1063thebear.iheart.com

New Jersey Sees Decline in Teen Vaping, Rise in Smokeless Nicotine Use

refuse vape smoking, stop electronic cigarette, teenager shows a sign of rejection of disposable ecigarette with her hand The fight against youth vaping in New Jersey is showing promising results, with a significant decrease in the number of teens using e-cigarettes.
For detail: 1063thebear.iheart.com
Published Sep 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

New 'vaping legislation' aims to reduce the harms of electronic cigarettes

John Maytham speaks to Professor Corne van Walkbeek, director of the research unit on the economics of excisable products.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Sep 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: unimelb.edu.au

Alarm on nicotine pouch use amid nationwide vape crackdown

A new survey of young Australians has revealed that an alarming 25 percent of respondents have used nicotine pouches, raising concerns among public health experts of a new wave of addictive and illegally sold nicotine-based products.
For detail: unimelb.edu.au
Published Sep 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

New Smoking Rules Take Effect Next Month

The law covers regulations related to the registration, sale, packaging and labeling of smoking products, along with restrictions on smoking in public places.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thesun.my

Moving forward with smoke-free generation laws

facebook sharing buttontwitter sharing buttonwhatsapp sharing buttontelegram sharing buttonemail sharing buttonprint sharing button It is well-known that smoking not only degrades air quality but also endangers those exposed to secondhand smoke.
For detail: thesun.my
Published Sep 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: staffordshire.gov.uk

Illegal vapes, cigarettes and banned foods seized in Staffordshire

Trading Standards officers at Staffordshire County Council have seized illegal vapes, illicit cigarettes, and illegal food items, with an estimated retail value of £8000.
For detail: staffordshire.gov.uk
Published Sep 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: scmp.com

Malaysia’s vape sector pleads for ‘opportunity to breathe’ as strict smoking laws loom

Malaysia’s ringgit has surged to its highest point in decades, boosting confidence in the economy and attracting foreign investment.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Sep 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.fiu.edu

Teen vaping crisis: Q&A with a substance use expert

Teen vaping has surged to alarming levels, making e-cigarettes the most popular nicotine product among U.S.
For detail: news.fiu.edu
Published Sep 26, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: edition.mv

Campaign initiated calling for a ban on vapes

Relevant authorities have initiated a campaign urging the government to ban the import of vapes into the Maldives.
For detail: edition.mv
Published Sep 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cureus.com

Potential Association Between Vaping and Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis: A Case Series

Cite this article as: Kotha A, Mandapati S, Rudraraju H (September 26, 2024) Potential Association Between Vaping and Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis: A Case Series.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Sep 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: connexionfrance.com

EU gives go-ahead for France to ban disposable vapes

A law can now be passed to ban single-use e-cigarettes, called ‘puffs’ by young people, following health and environmental concerns Europe’s green light for banning vapes in France was announced.
For detail: connexionfrance.com
Published Sep 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

Reasons to give up smoking and vaping for good

It’s no secret that quitting smoking and vaping can be hard. The good news is that from the moment you quit, you’ll feel the benefits.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Sep 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Penalties for U.S. Retailers Selling Illegal Vapes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is seeking fines against two brick-and-mortar retailers and nine online retailers.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Pressure mounts on publisher of Economist over ties to tobacco

Pressure is mounting on the publisher of the Economist over its commercial ties with the world’s three biggest tobacco companies, after numerous senior NHS and international health experts pulled out of two more Economist Impact health conferences after the Guardian’s investigation into its links with big tobacco.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Sep 25, 2024
[Effect Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

There are way more smoke and vape shops than there used to be. Has the government crackdown had any effect?

If you live in a major city in Australia, you have probably noticed there are a lot more tobacconists around than there used to be.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Sep 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: phys.org

Strategies for maximizing recombinant protein production in tobacco plants

Representative proteins and their predominant glycosylation patterns associated with specific subcellular compartments, along with the pros and cons.
For detail: phys.org
Published Sep 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: pharmacy.unc.edu

Preventing vaping and substance use in teens across Western North Carolina

A few of the Burke County Youth Advisory Board members. From left to right: Sophia Jones, Te’ah Kirschner, Evie James, Kaylynn Thornburg, and Amber Hamby, the teacher on site.
For detail: pharmacy.unc.edu
Published Sep 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: msn.com

Mothers Against Vaping praises government's anti-e-cigarette initiative

The Mothers Against Vaping (MAV) group has lauded the Centre's ongoing campaign against electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes).
For detail: msn.com
Published Sep 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: kalingatv.com

Black and Bloody Lungs: US woman fell into coma for e-cigarette addiction

A 32 year-old-woman was admitted to hospital and put into coma for vaping too much.
For detail: kalingatv.com
Published Sep 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: idahoednews.org

Legislative committee looks to curb youth vaping

A panel of lawmakers is exploring policy solutions to curb e-cigarette use among Idaho’s youth.
For detail: idahoednews.org
Published Sep 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: filtermag.org

EU Call to Ban Public Vaping Could Increase Smoking, Advocates Say

The European Commission, the executive arm of the European Union, is calling for member states to treat safer nicotine products like cigarettes by banning use of vapes and heated tobacco products (HTP) from a wide range of outdoor spaces.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Sep 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailymontanan.com

Back to school doesn’t mean back to vaping

Vaping products confiscated from students at Skyview High School in Billings, Montana (Photo by Darrell Ehrlick of the Daily Montanan).
For detail: dailymontanan.com
Published Sep 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Shop ordered to close after selling illegal vapes

Lincolnshire Police A display cabinet containing illegal vapes and tobacco products surrounded by handwritten price stickers.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Sep 25, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: barnsley.gov.uk

Barnsley business prosecuted for supplying illegal e-cigarettes and underage sales of vaping products

A local business has been ordered to pay over £19,000 after a series of offences related to the sale of illegal e-cigarettes and the underage sales of vaping products in Barnsley.
For detail: barnsley.gov.uk
Published Sep 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: augustafreepress.com

FDA now requiring retailers to use photo ID for tobacco, e-cigarette purchases

A new FDA rule requires retailers to use a photo ID to verify the age of anyone under the age of 30 trying to purchase tobacco products.
For detail: augustafreepress.com
Published Sep 24, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

WHO launches high-level tobacco control programme for country representatives

The World Health Organization’s No Tobacco unit, part of the Department of Health Promotion, in partnership with the WHO Regional Offices for the Western Pacific and South-East Asia, has convened a pivotal leadership programme on tobacco control.
For detail: who.int
Published Sep 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: washingtonstatestandard.com

Washington advocates push for state ban on flavored vapes

A broad coalition of Washington educators, doctors, researchers and social justice advocates has launched a campaign to ban flavored nicotine vapes in the state, citing the product’s contribution to youth addiction.
For detail: washingtonstatestandard.com
Published Sep 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Hungary: Heated Tobacco Displacing Combustibles

Heated-tobacco products are gaining popularity at the expense of traditional cigarettes in Hungary, reports Trademagazin, citing the Regulatory Authority for Regulated Activities.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: slate.com

What Trump Gets Right About a Key Harm Reduction Tool

There are few sentences I am more loath to speak than “Donald Trump is right.
For detail: slate.com
Published Sep 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: health.govt.nz

regulations coming into effect 1 October

The deadline for all vaping devices to have removeable batteries and a child safety mechanism is coming up on 1  October 2024.
For detail: health.govt.nz
Published Sep 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: exposetobacco.org

Broken Promise: Philip Morris International Is Not Quitting Cigarettes

As part of Philip Morris International’s (PMI) plan to usher in a “smoke-free future,” the tobacco giant pledged to reduce its cigarette sales by 157 billion sticks over six years.
For detail: exposetobacco.org
Published Sep 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cspdailynews.com

Trump Pledges to ‘Save Vaping Again!’

Former president and 2024 presidential candidate Donald Trump said on his social media platform on Friday that he would “save Vaping again!” “I saved flavored vaping in 2019, and it greatly helped people get off smoking.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Sep 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Trump Vows to Save Flavor

Former U.S. President Donald Trump said he will save flavored e-cigarettes if reelected, according to Newsmax.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Economist Event Canceled Over Tobacco Ties

The Economist Impact’s 10th annual world cancer series, which was scheduled to happen in Brussels at the end of the month, has been canceled over concerns with Economist Impact’s ties with the tobacco industry, reports The Guardian.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 23, 2024
[Illicit Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Illicit Cigarette Market Deflates in Ukraine

The share of illicit products in Ukraine’s tobacco market dropped to 14.6 percent in July, down from 19.1 percent at the start of the year, reports UNN, citing data from the “Monitoring of the illegal trade in tobacco products in Ukraine” study.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Indonesia Urged to Raise Tobacco Taxes

An Indonesian health ministry official has recommended higher cigarette taxes to deter consumption, reports the Antara news agency.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cancerhealth.com

Youth E-Cigarette Use Drops to Lowest Level in a Decade

Half a million fewer U.S. youth reported current use of e-cigarettes in 2024 compared to 2023, according to new data from the National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) released [September 5] by the U.S.
For detail: cancerhealth.com
Published Sep 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thegeorgiavirtue.com

Trump vows to save flavored vapes if elected

(The Center Square) – Former President Donald Trump has made a long list of election promises so far, but on Friday, he said he’d also save flavored vaping options for consumers.
For detail: thegeorgiavirtue.com
Published Sep 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: oxfordshire.gov.uk

Stop smoking for Stoptober

People who smoke in Oxfordshire are encouraged to join the 2.5 million others nationwide who have quit the habit through Stoptober as it returns for its thirteenth year.
For detail: oxfordshire.gov.uk
Published Sep 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newsnationnow.com

What are ‘smart vapes’ and how are they targeting kids?

A Pking vape with a digital smart screen is displayed during the VAPER EXPO 2024 at the National Exhibition Centre (The NEC) on May 10, 2024 in Birmingham, England.
For detail: newsnationnow.com
Published Sep 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: 1news.co.nz

Virtual reality is being used to teach teenagers about the risks of vaping.

OVRcome uses cell phones and headsets to place students in virtual situations like the toilet or park, where they’re offered a puff of the fruity-flavoured nicotine vapour.
For detail: 1news.co.nz
Published Sep 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: waer.org

Onondaga County uses settlement funds to start anti-vaping campaign

WAER | By Scott Willis This infographic from the Centers for Disease Control shows some of the harmful ingredients in e-cigarettes, or vapes.
For detail: waer.org
Published Sep 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Over 208 tonnes of banned tobacco products seized in special operations in T.N. since last year, says DGP

The Director General of Police(DGP) Shankar Jiwal has said 208.85 tonnes of banned tobacco products were seized and 21,761 cases were registered exclusively by police in the special operations that was conducted from November last year.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Sep 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thehill.com

Trump vows to ‘save vaping’ despite previous support for ban

Former President Donald Trump, in a post on Truth Social Friday, said he would “save vaping,” despite banning flavored vaping products during his first term.
For detail: thehill.com
Published Sep 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thehealthsite.com

2 Litres Of 'Vape Juice' Drained From The Lungs Of US Woman: What Are The Extreme Consequences Of Vape Addiction?

A 32-year-old vape addicted woman was rushed to the hospital when her partner found black mucus seeping out of her nose and mouth.
For detail: thehealthsite.com
Published Sep 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Economist Group cancer conference cancelled due to links to tobacco firms

A division of the publisher of the Economist has been forced to cancel a high-profile cancer conference at the last minute amid a backlash from speakers and attendees over its association with the tobacco companies behind brands including Marlboro and Benson & Hedges.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Sep 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: smh.com.au

Vape-flation: prices have surged, but retailers are still flouting the ban

Illicit vape prices have surged in the two months since a nationwide ban on their sale outside pharmacies began, fuelling concerns about a lucrative black market as shops across the country continue to stock the devices.
For detail: smh.com.au
Published Sep 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: meer.com

Why banning vape flavours hurts smoking cessation efforts

Understanding the critical role of flavours in vaping as a harm reduction tool and why Brussels should reconsider its proposed ban There is a false belief that vape flavours—the often fruity flavours given to electronic cigarettes—are a ‘way in’ to vaping, leading people who have never used nicotine products before to take up vaping.
For detail: meer.com
Published Sep 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: freemalaysiatoday.com

The hidden threats of vaping and smoking on loved ones

Second-hand and third-hand smoke contain toxic chemicals that can threaten the health of those around you when you smoke or vape.
For detail: freemalaysiatoday.com
Published Sep 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: foxbusiness.com

Terrified passengers evacuate down emergency slides after vape explodes on plane: 'Caused panic'

Passengers evacuated down emergency slides after vape explodes on plane Passengers onboard a U.K.
For detail: foxbusiness.com
Published Sep 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: benzinga.com

Trump Vows To 'Save Vaping Again' Despite Past Partial Ban. Here's How He Plans To Do It

Former President's new stance challenges Biden administration's approach to e-cigarette regulation.
For detail: benzinga.com
Published Sep 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Volusia looks to crack down on students caught vaping. Here’s the plan

School district leaders in Volusia are cracking down and harshening the punishment for students caught vaping.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Sep 20, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: wjla.com

CDC reports drop in teen e-cigarette use, but risks remain high across the U.S.

FILE - In this Dec. 20, 2018, file photo Juul products are displayed at a smoke shop in New York. On Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019, the U.S.
For detail: wjla.com
Published Sep 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: westmercia.police.uk

Illegal vapes and counterfeit tobacco seized from Malvern stores

Illegal vapes and tobacco worth nearly £11,000 were seized from two Malvern shops on Wednesday (18 September) in a joint operation.
For detail: westmercia.police.uk
Published Sep 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: total-croatia-news.com

Will Croatia Ban Smoking on Cafe Terraces?

September the 20th, 2024 – The United Kingdom has recently been putting its foot down even harder on smokers, with other European countries doing the same.
For detail: total-croatia-news.com
Published Sep 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tucker Carlson to Launch Nicotine Pouch

Tucker Carlson plans to introduce a nicotine-pouch brand called Alp in November, reports The Wall Street Journal. The conservative U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thestatesman.com

Need to explore safer novel alternatives for smoking cessation: Health experts

Public Health experts have called for innovative strategies for revitalising India’s tobacco cessation drive and also emphasised the urgent need to reinforce conventional methods of quitting tobacco in the country.
For detail: thestatesman.com
Published Sep 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Children vaping and alcohol warning labels: takeaways from the World Cancer Congress

The World Cancer Congress 2024, the biannual conference of the Union for International Cancer Control, brought together doctors, scientists and researchers, as well as current or previous cancer patients, to discuss new evidence and strategies on how to prevent, diagnose and treat the disease.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Sep 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ny1.com

Doctor talks health impacts of social media, vaping on teens

The accounts will have built-in protections that limit who can contact teens and what content they see. The move comes as Instagram’s parent company Meta faces dozens of lawsuits alleging that it is deliberately feeding addictive content to kids.
For detail: ny1.com
Published Sep 20, 2024
[COPD FED Tobacco]

Source: npr.org

Accessibility links

Cigarette and tobacco company Philip Morris International is selling Vectura, a British pharmaceutical firm that makes asthma inhalers.
For detail: npr.org
Published Sep 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news18.com

Doctors Drain 2 Litres Of ‘Black And Bloody’ Fluid From Vaping Addict’s Lungs

Jordan Brielle, 32, said she was “fully addicted” to vaping, relying so much on the device that she even vaped during showering.
For detail: news18.com
Published Sep 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: en.antaranews.com

Raising tobacco tax could protect public health: ministry

Customs officers in Tanjungpinang, Riau Islands, during a market operation for tobacco/cigarette products in August 2024.
For detail: en.antaranews.com
Published Sep 20, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: ama-assn.org

Keep flavored e-cigarettes off shelves to protect kids’ health

It is “imperative to public health” that the U.S. Supreme Court reverse a lower-court decision to protect the nation’s youth—and all members of the public—from flavored e-cigarettes, physicians and others tell the nation’s highest court.
For detail: ama-assn.org
Published Sep 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: adgully.com

Govt tightens rules for anti-tobacco messaging on online curated content platforms

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued draft notification relating to the changes in Rule 11 of the COTPA Amendment Rules 2023 OTT Rules and has invited objections and suggestions from the public within 30 days of the publication of the draft rules.
For detail: adgully.com
Published Sep 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Why The War On Vaping Is Needlessly Killing People

Steve Forbes explains why he thinks government agencies like the FDA and CDC opposing vaping is actually deleterious to broader public health and is evidence of more creeping socialism.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Sep 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

More Senseless Vape Restrictions Crafted by the European Commission

The European Union seems set on ignoring scientific evidence and data from its own member states indicating the effectivity of vaping products for smoking cessation.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Sep 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Italian Lawmakers Examine Tobacco Legislation

Italian lawmakers have started investigating the country’s taxation and concessionary system for the retail sale of tobacco and next-generation products, reports Sigmagazine.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 19, 2024
[Price Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Philippines Lowers Minimum Tobacco Prices

The Philippines tax authority has lowered the floor prices for tobacco products, citing lower production costs, reports Business World.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.abplive.com

Woman Rescued After 2 Liters of 'Black and Bloody' Vape Juice Removed from Lungs

The woman said she had a "horrible cough" and was going to the hospital two or three times a week for help.
For detail: news.abplive.com
Published Sep 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nationalgeographic.com

Rare discovery shows the ancient Maya didn't just use tobacco—they drank it

Vases found in Guatemala offer rare physical proof of tobacco use among ancient Maya, but with a twist: This time, they didn’t inhale.
For detail: nationalgeographic.com
Published Sep 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: msn.com

Slept with vapes': Two litres of black, bloody vape juice drained from woman's lungs in US

n a shocking case, two litres of black and bloody liquid was removed from a woman's lungs after she was hospitalized for vaping addiction, The Daily Mail reported.
For detail: msn.com
Published Sep 19, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: lexology.com

U.S. Youth Vaping Rates Continue to Show Dramatic Decline

On September 5, 2024, the U.S Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) and Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (“CDC”) released data from the 2024 National Youth Tobacco Survey (“NYTS”), which shows the most remarkable decline in youth vaping to date.
For detail: lexology.com
Published Sep 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: israelhayom.com

Study: Loneliness as harmful as smoking cigarettes daily

Research indicates that Americans have become less engaged with worship houses, community organizations, and even their own family members in recent decades, reporting a steady increase in feelings of loneliness.
For detail: israelhayom.com
Published Sep 19, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: derby.gov.uk

Stop smoking for Stoptober and you could quit for good

Derby City Council is urging smokers to join its free healthy lifestyle service, Livewell, to boost their chance of quitting successfully during Stoptober.
For detail: derby.gov.uk
Published Sep 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dentistryiq.com

Smokeless tobacco is detrimental to athletes’ oral health

Smokeless tobacco has been associated with sports performance for decades.
For detail: dentistryiq.com
Published Sep 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: capradio.org

How to talk to your kids about vaping: Honest insights from high school students

Additional reporting by high school student reporters Benjamin Lopez, Kay Stout, Matthew Tong, Charynna Torres-Calderon Pe Benito, Rishi Upadhyay, and Rohan Upadhyay.
For detail: capradio.org
Published Sep 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bmj.com

Peter Cole: anaesthetist and researcher who highlighted the dangers of passive smoking years before it was considered a public health threat

For Peter Cole, an anaesthetist at St Bartholomew’s Hospital in London, the life of a conventional hospital consultant would never have satisfied his intellectual curiosity.
For detail: bmj.com
Published Sep 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: asc.upenn.edu

How Everyday Stress Impacts Cigarette Smoking

Supported by the Penn Undergraduate Research Mentoring Program, second-year Gabriella Jean worked in Annenberg's AHA! Lab over the summer on a research project examining the association between everyday life stressors and cigarette smoking.
For detail: asc.upenn.edu
Published Sep 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: washingtonpost.com

Why Big Tobacco is betting on Trump

As the industry fights a ban on menthol cigarettes, a Reynolds American subsidiary has become the largest corporate donor to the main pro-Trump super PAC.
For detail: washingtonpost.com
Published Sep 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tribune.com.pk

Philip Morris, Marlboro owner, sells UK inhaler firm for $198 million after backlash over hypocrisy

The tobacco company behind Marlboro cigarettes has sold a UK-based inhaler firm at a significantly reduced price, citing what it describes as an "unwarranted" backlash.
For detail: tribune.com.pk
Published Sep 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

PMI Sells Vectura at a Loss

Philip Morris International is selling Vectura to Molex Asia Holdings for £150 million ($198 million) cash upfront and potential deferred payments of up to £148 million—about a third of the price it paid for the company three years ago.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thepost.co.nz

Cigarette maker quits inhaler firm

Philip Morris International has offloaded Vectura for just £150 million, three years after its contentious £1 billion acquisition of the UK respiratory drugs company triggered a backlash from the public health sector.
For detail: thepost.co.nz
Published Sep 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tallahassee.com

Florida teens are targeted by producers of illegal vaping products

As a grandmother of two young adults, I am growing increasingly alarmed by the rise of illegal vaping products flooding our state.
For detail: tallahassee.com
Published Sep 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: table.media

Anti-cancer plan: Commission wants more non-smoking zones

Smoking and vaping should be reduced in places where children and young people spend a lot of time.
For detail: table.media
Published Sep 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: prnewswire.com

Guardian finds impact of tobacco usage goes beyond physical health, influencing mental and financial wellness

58% of tobacco users say it has a negative impact on their overall well-being, with many turning to their workplace benefits for cessation support.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published Sep 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: prdaily.com

The Scoop: Philip Morris International sells inhaler company after backlash

Plus: Instagram makes big changes for teens; scammer Anna Delvey seeks to reboot image on ‘Dancing with the Stars.
For detail: prdaily.com
Published Sep 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: manufacturingmanagement.co.uk

Philip Morris to sell inhaler maker in $198m

Chippenham-based Vectura, which tobacco giant Philip Morris bought just three years ago, is being sold for a reduced price, Insider Media reported.
For detail: manufacturingmanagement.co.uk
Published Sep 18, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: k12dive.com

Stronger enforcement needed against youth e-cigarette use

An Illinois principal writes that vaping companies that target their products to teens often receive little more than a warning letter.
For detail: k12dive.com
Published Sep 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: health.gov.au

Action on unlawful vapes in South Australia

South Australia’s strong enforcement has seen thousands of unlawful vapes taken off the shelves and out of the hands of young Australians.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published Sep 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: express.co.uk

Eight-year-olds caught vaping as e-cigarette addiction grows among children

Children as young as eight have been caught vaping as the addiction rises among youngsters. One in seven children have been caught having a puff on e-cigarettes, and nearly half of them were under the age of 11, research claims.
For detail: express.co.uk
Published Sep 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: europeansting.com

Commission recommends stronger measures on smoke-free environments to better protect public health

Today, the Commission has recommended to better protect people from the effects of second-hand smoke and aerosols through the revision of the Council Recommendation on smoke-free environments.
For detail: europeansting.com
Published Sep 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businessbiscuit.com

Tobacco giant to sell Chippenham firm it bought three years ago

Tobacco giant Philip Morris is to sell Vectura Fertin Pharma, the Chippenham-based asthma inhaler maker it acquired in a £1 billion takeover in 2021.
For detail: businessbiscuit.com
Published Sep 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Marlboro owner sells UK inhaler firm over backlash

The tobacco giant that makes Marlboro cigarettes has sold a UK inhaler company for a knock-down price due to what it calls an "unwarranted" backlash.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Sep 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: babushahi.com

Crackdown on smoking, tobacco sales: 86 violators penalized in Ferozepur

Crackdown on smoking, tobacco sales: 86 violators penalized in Ferozepur Ferozepur, September 18, 2024: In a determined effort to curb illegal tobacco sales and public smoking, health department teams, led by Civil Surgeon Dr.
For detail: babushahi.com
Published Sep 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wsj.com

Philip Morris to Take $220 Million Loss on Sale of Inhaled-Medicine Unit

The loss from the sale will be recorded during the third quarter, Philip Morris said.
For detail: wsj.com
Published Sep 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vice.com

Doctors Drain 2 Liters of ‘Black and Bloody’ Vape Juice from Woman’s Lungs

An Ohio woman was put in a medically induced coma, diagnosed with a minor brain injury, and had two liters of black and bloody liquid removed from her lungs all because of one daily habit—vaping.
For detail: vice.com
Published Sep 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

EU Wants to Ban Outdoor Smoking and Vaping

EU Commission, as part of its proposed overhaul of its packaging legislation, is seeking to clear up the confusion around bio-based, biodegradable and compostable plastics.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

New Zealand Cracks Down on Illegal Nicotine Sales

New Zealand has started sentencing for repeat violators of its cigarette and vape laws, according to the ministry of health.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thisismoney.co.uk

Philip Morris agrees to sell on UK asthma inhaler maker Ventura after a backlash over its takeover

Philip Morris International (PMI) has agreed to sell a British asthma inhaler maker after a backlash over its takeover of the company.
For detail: thisismoney.co.uk
Published Sep 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sofiaglobe.com

European Commission recommends EU countries widen smoking ban to key outdoor areas

The European Commission (EC) said on September 17 that it has issued a recommendation to European Union countries to extend smoke-free environment policies to key outdoor areas, to better protect people in the EU, particularly children and young people.
For detail: sofiaglobe.com
Published Sep 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Ohio Woman Has 2 Liters of ‘Black and Bloody’ Vape Juice Removed from Lungs After Partner Finds Her Unconscious

Jordan Brielle says she was “fully addicted” to vaping, even showering with her device — until a medical emergency forced her to quit

Kennedy News and Media

Jordan Brielle in the hospital.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Sep 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: investing.com

Philip Morris sells Vectura to Molex Asia Holdings

STAMFORD, CT - Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE: NYSE:PM) has announced the sale of its subsidiary Vectura Group Ltd.
For detail: investing.com
Published Sep 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: fox8.com

‘Quit any way you can’: Ohio woman gets ‘black and bloody’ vape juice removed from lungs

CINCINNATI, Ohio (WJW) — An Ohio woman is speaking out about the dangers of vape addiction following a harrowing hospitalization.
For detail: fox8.com
Published Sep 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: euronews.com

EU calls for tougher measures to achieve a ‘tobacco free generation’

The European Commission recommends that member states extend smoking bans to outdoor areas, including for electronic cigarettes and nicotine-free products.
For detail: euronews.com
Published Sep 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: euractiv.com

EU recommends outdoor ban on cigarettes, e-cigarettes and heated tobacco

News Based on facts, either observed and verified directly by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources.
For detail: euractiv.com
Published Sep 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: commission.europa.eu

Commission proposes to extend coverage of smoke-free environments

Every year in the EU, 700,000 persons lose their lives due to tobacco consumption, among which tens of thousands are due to second-hand smoke.
For detail: commission.europa.eu
Published Sep 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businesspostbd.com

Prohibiting tobacco harm reduction triggers illicit trade

A new paper by Roger Bate, a nonresident scholar at the International Center for Law and Economics (ICLE), has raised the alarm over the safety and quality of unapproved tobacco harm reduction (THR) products in the US market.
For detail: businesspostbd.com
Published Sep 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bnnbloomberg.ca

Philip Morris to Sell UK Inhaler Maker Vectura at a Loss

(Bloomberg) -- Philip Morris International Inc is selling Vectura Group Ltd. for roughly a third of the price it paid for the UK maker of asthma inhalers about three years ago.
For detail: bnnbloomberg.ca
Published Sep 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: auckland.ac.nz

The vaping research conundrum

Morgan Seal in front of a shelf of theses in a library Morgan Seal is researching the harmful inflammatory impacts of e-cigarettes.
For detail: auckland.ac.nz
Published Sep 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

What are the dangers of vaping?

You're joining us on the official YouTube channel for KVUE News in Austin, Texas.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Sep 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: upi.com

Study: Vaping harming college students' brains

College students who vape have lower cognitive function scores than those who don't, researchers found.
For detail: upi.com
Published Sep 16, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

‘Vapes Lacking Health Labels on Social Media’

Many synthetic nicotine brands on social media lack the required health labels, according to a Boston University study published in JAMA Network Open.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Cigarette Seizures up in the Netherlands

The number of illegal cigarettes seized in the Netherlands to date this year has already reached the volume confiscated in all of 2023, reports DutchNews.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 16, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: texasinsider.org

ARMSTRONG: It’s Time for the FDA to Enforce Their Own Illegal & Flavored Vapes Rules

Millions of America’s school-aged children are getting hooked on vaping, the delivery of Nicotine via what are called Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems, or ENDS.
For detail: texasinsider.org
Published Sep 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nypost.com

I loved vaping — until my lungs collapsed and black goo poured out of me

A young Ohio woman was so addicted to vaping that she showered and slept with an e-cigarette — until she nearly died when her lungs collapsed and black goo poured out of her.
For detail: nypost.com
Published Sep 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Vaping is harming college students' brains, study shows

Vaping may look cool when you're young, but it appears to be dulling the brains of college students, a new study warns.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Sep 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healthday.com

E-cigarette Use Tied to Poor Exercise Performance in Young Adults

MONDAY, Sept. 16, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Young adults who smoke e-cigarettes (e-cigs) perform worse on exercise tests than those who have never smoked, according to a study presented at the European Respiratory Society Congress 2024, held from Sept.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Sep 16, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: euronews.com

Exclusive: EU wants to ban smoking and vaping in outdoor areas, leaked draft says

The European Commission will recommend smoking bans in cafe terraces, bus stops, and zoos, and plans also cover nicotine-free products, according to a leaked document obtained by Euronews.
For detail: euronews.com
Published Sep 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: euronews.com

Where in Europe are there restrictions on smoking outdoors?

Experts say limiting smoking in outdoor areas such as beaches, parks, and restaurants could be the next move for many countries to tackle tobacco smoking.
For detail: euronews.com
Published Sep 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

A woman who was so addicted to vaping she showered with her e-cigarette almost died when her lungs collapsed and black goo poured out of her mouth and nose.

Ms Brielle, from Cincinnati, Ohio, first noticed her health decline in November 2023 when she began to feel a distinct 'heaviness' in her chest.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Sep 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: cbsnews.com

What are the best ways to quit smoking cigarettes?

Research looking at more than 300 prior studies on tobacco cessation found that nicotine replacement therapy, medication, nicotine e-cigarettes, behavioral counseling, and financial incentives are all effective ways to help people quit smoking.
For detail: cbsnews.com
Published Sep 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: allkpop.com

Baekhyun apologizes for indoor smoking incident in Macau

Singer Baekhyun has issued an apology after being caught smoking indoors in Macau, causing controversy.
For detail: allkpop.com
Published Sep 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vapingpost.com

UK Teen Vaping Enforcement Issues And Solutions in The Works

Instead of setting sweeping vape bans and harsh restrictions on vaping prodcts, which would ultimately make them unavailable also for adults, the focus should be on enforcement against underage and illicit sales.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Sep 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Korea Urged to Regulate Vapes as Tobacco

Health advocates are calling on South Korea to regulate e-cigarettes as tobacco products, reports the Maeil Business Newspaper The current law does not classify vapes as cigarettes, which means they are exempt from many of the regulations that apply to tobacco products.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 15, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: pelicanpostonline.com

Letter calls for FDA reform over E-Cigarette/Vaping product regulation

I was pleased to see the U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce hold a hearing to examine the role of the U.S.
For detail: pelicanpostonline.com
Published Sep 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: newswise.com

Vaping Bad for Brain Health, First-of-its Kind Study Shows

College students who vape have lower cognitive function scores, a study suggests The more students vape, the lower their cognitive function, including learning, memory, problem-solving and critical thinking.
For detail: newswise.com
Published Sep 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: hippocraticpost.com

Influencers sway smoking and vaping in young

Young people exposed to social media posts by celebrities and influencers who endorse nicotine products are more susceptible to smoking or vaping, University of Queensland research has found.
For detail: hippocraticpost.com
Published Sep 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: healio.com

Vaping strongly correlates with cognitive function in young adults

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For detail: healio.com
Published Sep 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: scitechdaily.com

The Top 3 Proven Strategies To Stop Smoking, According to Scientists

A major new scientific review highlights that the most effective smoking cessation strategies include nicotine e-cigarettes, varenicline, and cytisine, particularly when combined with behavioral support like counseling.
For detail: scitechdaily.com
Published Sep 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: irishtimes.com

Vaping: What are the Irish Government’s planned restrictions and will they succeed?

A multicoloured display of vaping products in a Dublin newsagent's. Photograph: Colin Keegan/Collins In a north Dublin newsagent’s, a mother and her young son are paying for a litre of milk and a bar of chocolate.
For detail: irishtimes.com
Published Sep 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: witness.co.za

Opinion

Like it or not, smokers will smoke, be it cigarettes, cigars, weed, e-cigs or vapes, someone who wants to smoke will find a way to smoke.
For detail: witness.co.za
Published Sep 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: rnz.co.nz

School adopts virtual reality in fight against the very real problem of vaping

Canterbury high school students have been using VR headsets and a cellphone app to learn about the dangers of vaping.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Sep 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kfyrtv.com

Youth vaping still a concern in Bismarck district

Students using nicotine, which can have major health implications, is a large concern for Bismarck Schools.
For detail: kfyrtv.com
Published Sep 13, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cspdailynews.com

FDA Takes Action Against Unauthorized E-Cigarettes Promoted at Industry Trade Show

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday issued six warning letters to manufacturers and retailers for the sale or distribution of unauthorized e-cigarette products promoted at the Total Product Expo industry trade show, a spokesperson for the FDA told CSP.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Sep 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bu.edu

E-Cigarette Brands Are Skirting the Rules about Health Warning Labels on Instagram, Study Finds

Using AI, BU researchers found that the vast majority of social media posts didn’t include health labels warning of the harms of flavored nicotine Photo: An Elf Bar disposable vaping pod device is displayed in the foreground, blurred.
For detail: bu.edu
Published Sep 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: primediaplus.com

Vaping helped me quit my 40-a-day cigarette habit' says vaping advocate

As government prepares to introduce stricter new rules around vaping, a vaping advocate claims information given by the Department of Health around the dangers is inaccurate.
For detail: primediaplus.com
Published Sep 12, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: presidentialprayerteam.org

FDA Reports Decline in Youth E-Cigarette Use

A survey conducted by the Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a decrease in e-cigarette use among U.S.
For detail: presidentialprayerteam.org
Published Sep 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: parents.com

What To Know About the Dangers of Vaping Around Babies and Kids

Vaping has a host of negative health effects, especially when you do it around kids. Here's what parents need to know and why they should be concerned.
For detail: parents.com
Published Sep 12, 2024
[Juul Cigarette]

Source: npr.org

< Schools are putting vape detectors in bathrooms -- paid for by Juul

Schools across the country are installing vape detectors to alert staff when students use e-cigarettes in restrooms and locker rooms.
For detail: npr.org
Published Sep 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: npr.org

Schools are putting vape detectors in bathrooms — paid for by Juul

A young woman vapes an electronic cigarette. Some districts are installing high-tech vape detectors to alert school officials if students are using e-cigarettes.
For detail: npr.org
Published Sep 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: multifamilydive.com

Minnesota bans pot smoking, vaping in multifamily properties

The restriction, which went into effect this summer, does not apply to approved medical use.
For detail: multifamilydive.com
Published Sep 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: irishtimes.com

Banning disposable and flavoured vapes

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For detail: irishtimes.com
Published Sep 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healio.com

Smoking soon after waking may be linked to high CKD risk

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For detail: healio.com
Published Sep 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: flvoicenews.com

Poll: Most Floridians support nicotine alternatives to cigarettes

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – A poll commissioned by the AIF Center for Political Strategy found that a majority of Floridians favor expanding the availability of nicotine alternatives to cigarettes for adults.
For detail: flvoicenews.com
Published Sep 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: edweek.org

Are Kids Still Vaping?

The vaping rate among middle and high school students is at its lowest level in a decade, according to new data from the National Youth Tobacco Survey.
For detail: edweek.org
Published Sep 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Disposable vape ban to be approved in Ireland

Cabinet approval has been given to draft a complete ban on the sale, manufacture or import of single-use or disposable vape products in Ireland.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Sep 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: brecorder.com

Crackdown launched on retailers selling non-tax-paid cigarettes

LAHORE: To address the escalating issue of illicit cigarette trade in Pakistan, a crackdown has been launched on retailers selling non-tax-paid cigarettes, a move that could potentially generate billions for the national treasury.
For detail: brecorder.com
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tribuneonlineng.com

2024: Top 10 African countries with the highest smokers

Smoking is an act enjoyed by many for reasons known to them.
For detail: tribuneonlineng.com
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Dutch MPs Alarmed About Dwindling Tobacco Tax Take

Dutch lawmakers are growing concerned about dwindling tax receipts as legal tobacco consumption plummets in the wake of higher tobacco duties, reports DutchNews.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

AIIMS kicks off weekly tobacco cessation clinic

New Delhi: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) started a dedicated weekly tobacco cessation clinic at its new RAK OPD building from Tuesday.
For detail: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Passenger caught smoking on Indigo flight from Delhi

Pune: A 38-year-old man, who allegedly smoked a cigarette midair on board a Delhi-Pune Indigo flight, was detained soon after his arrival around 1.30am on Monday.
For detail: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sa.gov

Council Consideration Request to create a vape-free buffer zone

– District 9 Councilmember John Courage submitted a Council Consideration Request (CCR) to establish a 1,000-foot buffer zone around schools, daycares, and institutions of higher education that prohibits the retail establishment of primarily tobacco, e-cigarettes/vapes, hookah, and headshops.
For detail: sa.gov
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: rte.ie

Cabinet approves ban on sale of disposable vapes

The Minister for Health received Government approval to draft these laws which will ban the sale, manufacture or import of single-use or disposable vapes in Ireland (Stock image) The Minister for Health received Government approval to draft these laws which will ban the sale, manufacture or import of single-use or disposable vapes in Ireland (Stock image).
For detail: rte.ie
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: pulsetasmania.com.au

‘Dangerous criminal’ who died while serving prison sentence killed by smoking-related illness

A “dangerous criminal” who died while serving an indefinite prison sentence for indecently assaulting an eight-year-old boy passed away from a lung disease caused by smoking, a coroner has determined.
For detail: pulsetasmania.com.au
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Research shows free vapes in emergency rooms aid smoking cessation

Experimenting with commercially available vapes may be important for some people's success in giving up smoking, according to new research.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

Influence of smoking status on the relationship between serum selenium and cause-specific mortality in US adults

Selenium, a crucial antioxidant in the body, has been linked to all-cause and cause-specific mortality.
For detail: nature.com
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: malaysianow.com

Vape carnival' shocks parent amid concerns over government's commitment to public health

A parent has expressed shock that authorities have allowed an adult-only trade fair for vaping products complete with scantily-clad promoters and free vape giveaways, raising concerns about the current government's commitment to protecting public health.
For detail: malaysianow.com
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: londonlovesbusiness.com

Marlboro is the world’s most valuable tobacco brand

The total value of the world’s top 10 most valuable tobacco brands has decreased by 6%, with eight out of ten brands experiencing a decline in brand value this year, according to the latest ranking by Brand Finance, the world’s leading brand valuation consultancy.
For detail: londonlovesbusiness.com
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: khaleejtimes.com

Vape punch', popcorn lungs: UAE doctors warn excessive e-cigarette use can be fatal

Doctors in the UAE have warned that chronic e-cigarette usage can lead to serious health conditions, such as vape punch or popcorn lungs, which can be fatal.
For detail: khaleejtimes.com
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: health.gov.au

Over five million vape products seized - so far

Australia continues to ramp up the fight against illicit vapes, with more than 5.2 million illicit vapes and vaping products seized so far this year.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: guild.org.au

Say no to vapes campaign resources now available

1 October is fast approaching, which will see nicotine-containing vapes legally able to be sold over-the-counter in pharmacies.
For detail: guild.org.au
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: freepressjournal.in

Is Vaping Worse Than Smoking Cigarettes? Know Its Effect On Health

Vaping involves breathing in an aerosol that has chemicals like nicotine and other flavorings that you smoke via vape.
For detail: freepressjournal.in
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ewn.co.za

Health Dept proposes new vaping regulations amid evidence it can cause illness, even death

The Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill to regulate the sale, packaging, and the public use of electronic cigarettes is currently before Parliament.
For detail: ewn.co.za
Published Sep 11, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: csnews.com

National Survey Finds Drop in Youth E-Cigarette Use

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Half a million fewer U.S.
For detail: csnews.com
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: cdapress.com

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Why quitting smoking matters

It is pretty well understood that smoking cigarettes is bad for you (next week we’ll discuss vaping).
For detail: cdapress.com
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bangkokpost.com

B2m in illegal smoking devices seized in Bangkok condo

Police question a woman found with large quantities of illicit smoking devices at a condominium in Bangkok on Wednesday.
For detail: bangkokpost.com
Published Sep 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: 9news.com.au

Vaping a gateway to smoking for Aussie teens, study shows

Aussie teens are five times more likely to try smoking after vaping, according to new research published today.
For detail: 9news.com.au
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Irish Minister Proposes Vape Flavor Ban

Irish Health Minister Stephen Donnelly proposed bans on nontobacco vape flavors and advertising in nonspecialized shops, reports The Irish Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: statnews.com

Key lawmakers are wary of giving FDA more cash to crack down on e-cigs

WASHINGTON – Powerful House lawmakers from both parties are skeptical of the Food and Drug Administration’s pitch to start collecting fees from e-cigarette companies, similar to how the agency assesses them on tobacco firms.
For detail: statnews.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: scientificamerican.com

Vape Additives that Mimic Nicotine Are Potent—and Largely Unregulated

A modified version of nicotine, the addictive ingredient in cigarettes, appeared in the U.S. vaping market in May 2023, prompting alarm among tobacco researchers.
For detail: scientificamerican.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sapeople.com

Government proposes tougher regulations on smoking and vaping

The government is proposing tougher regulations on smoking and vaping, targeting stricter advertising, sales, and usage rules.
For detail: sapeople.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rstreet.org

Tobacco Control 2.0: A Modern Approach to a Decades-Old Problem

The history of tobacco control in the United States spans more than six decades, beginning with the landmark 1964 Surgeon General’s report that called attention to the severe health risks of smoking.
For detail: rstreet.org
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: registerherald.com

Vaping, tobacco moratorium approved

Brookville council approved a temporary moratorium on the issuance of zoning permits to businesses planning to sell tobacco or vaping products in the city.
For detail: registerherald.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: reckon.news

Teen vaping drops and why smokers are less likely to vote

Teen vaping plummets Fewer adolescents are vaping this year than at any point in the last decade, pointing to a shrinking number of high school students who are using Elf Bar and other fruity, unauthorized e-cigarettes, the Associated Press reported this week.
For detail: reckon.news
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newsroom.co.nz

Banning vapes is a bad way of reducing youth vaping

If the Government wants adults to keep shifting from smoking to vaping as harm-reduction, the ministry reminds the Government that “ease of use and low price are important factors”.
For detail: newsroom.co.nz
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Flavored e-cigarettes cut smoking rates and toxic exposure in high-risk groups

Flavored e-cigarettes prove more effective than low-nicotine cigarettes alone, offering new hope for those struggling with addiction in high-risk communities.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Smoking Vape]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Study: Australian teens who vape are 5 times more likely to try smoking

Illustration of retrospective timelines of smoking/vaping initiation events across single-year age-intervals for 6 participants.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Experimenting with different vapes could be crucial to help people quit smoking

Experimenting with commercially available vapes may be important for some people's success in giving up smoking, according to new research.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicaldaily.com

Smoking Before 18 Linked To Respiratory Symptoms In 20's: Study

Research has long established a connection between smoking and lung disorders.
For detail: medicaldaily.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: lawsociety.ie

Government backs further vaping restrictions

The Government has given the Minister for Health the go-ahead to draft legislation that would introduce further restrictions on nicotine-inhaling products (vapes).
For detail: lawsociety.ie
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kuer.org

Utah youth vaping is down, but state reporting changes could skew future insights

Teen vaping in the U.S. is at its lowest rate in 10 years according to new data from the U.S.
For detail: kuer.org
Published Sep 10, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: k12dive.com

CDC finds student e-cigarette use at lowest level in a decade

An FDA official called the decline in vaping a “monumental public health win” but noted that there is more work to be done in curbing e-cigarette use.
For detail: k12dive.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: irishtimes.com

‘Vaping is the revenge of the tobacco industry’, Taoiseach says as he backs new restrictions

Sale of disposable vapes in State would be banned under proposals brought before Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting New measures in the sale of vaping products will introduce 'serious restrictions'.
For detail: irishtimes.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Crackdown Vaping]

Source: irishtimes.com

Vaping crackdown: why are ‘serious restrictions’ being rolled out?

‘Hundreds of thousands’ of children have become ‘hooked’ on vapes, posing a risk to their health, while there are also environmental concerns Vaping: The Government is rolling out “serious restrictions” including the banning of disposable vapes and restricting the sale of flavours and prohibiting point-of-sale advertising displays.
For detail: irishtimes.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: imt.ie

Government approves plans to ban disposable vapes

The Government has approved draft legislation banning the sale of disposable vapes.
For detail: imt.ie
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: hindustantimes.com

Man booked for smoking on Delhi-Pune flight

As per the complaint filed by Pratik Prakash Pavale (31), a crew member of a private airline, the accused was travelling on a flight from Delhi to Pune Even after instructions he allegedly used the lavatory for smoking purposes, violating the on-board safety norms.
For detail: hindustantimes.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healio.com

Vaping, smoking negatively impact exercise capacity in young adults

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For detail: healio.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: firstalert4.com

Police: Man admitted to smoking K2 before he dragged baby in overturned stroller down St. Louis street

According to police, Tamadj A. Shakesperae dragged a 2-month-old baby in an overturned stroller down the right lane of Olive Street on Monday(St.
For detail: firstalert4.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

Vaping Expected to Increase COPD Health and Economic Burden by 2050

New ResMed-supported research presented at ERS 2024 projects future Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) burden in Western Europe, accounting for increased air pollution, tobacco smoking, and vaping, with Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) enhancing survival rates.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: euroweeklynews.com

More French women are smoking while pregnant

The latest report by Public Health France revealed alarming data, stating that today, more than one in 10 French women smoke during pregnancy, despite the widespread knowledge of health risks associated with tobacco use.
For detail: euroweeklynews.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: euronews.com

Why are 1 in 10 French women still smoking during pregnancy despite the health risks?

Smoking during pregnancy is linked to adverse health outcomes for mothers and their newborns, but quitting smoking cold turkey can be very difficult.
For detail: euronews.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cosmosmagazine.com

Vaping impacts exercise capacity in a similar way to smoking

A new study has added to the growing evidence that long-term vaping is harmful to health, finding that young people who vape perform worse than others in tests measuring their capacity for exercise.
For detail: cosmosmagazine.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Irish cabinet to approve ban on disposable vapes

Cabinet approval was given Tuesday morning to draft laws tabled by Health Minister Stephen Donnelly. Under the proposed laws there will be a complete ban on the sale, manufacture or import of single-use or disposable vapes in Ireland.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ajmc.com

Beyond Smoking, Lung Cancer Drivers Include Pollution and Genetics

Lung cancer is tied to tobacco smoking in the public consciousness, but a significant proportion of cases are driven by factors like indoor and outdoor air pollution or ancestral genetic variants.
For detail: ajmc.com
Published Sep 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

Black market cigarettes openly purchased in Melbourne as legal tobacco trade plummets

The consumption of illicit tobacco made up almost a third of all tobacco consumed in Australia last year.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Sep 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vic.gov.au

Youth Council call for young people to get ‘bitter truth’ about vaping

The City of Whittlesea Youth Council is stepping up to address the increasing use of vaping among young people aged 12-25.
For detail: vic.gov.au
Published Sep 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Cigarette Alternatives Gain Ground in Europe

Cigarette sales declined across Western Europe in 2023, but increased slightly at a regional level due to the strong growth in Turkey, where illicit trade was falling and the smoking population was growing, according to a new report published by Research and Markets.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Vape Industry Anxious for Triton Hearing

The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) is poised to address a crucial case for the vaping industry that challenges the U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 09, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

‘It’s where all the best socialising happens’: the joy of the smoking area

As the government mulls an outdoor smoking ban, clubbers are lamenting the possible loss of a valuable space where friendships are formed and bonds strengthened To some people, the nightclub smoking area offers a moment of relief from the ear-rattling speakers and clouds of dry ice inside.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Sep 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Influencers sway smoking and vaping attitudes in young people, says study

Young people exposed to social media posts by celebrities and influencers who endorse nicotine products are more susceptible to smoking or vaping, University of Queensland research has found.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Sep 09, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Smoking before the age of 18 increases the risk of developing respiratory symptoms in your 20s, study finds

People who started smoking under the age of 18 are more likely to experience respiratory symptoms, such as wheezing and phlegm, in their 20s, according to research presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress in Vienna, Austria.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Sep 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Teens with disposable income most likely to vape

Teens who have disposable income, live in a lower-income home or are gender diverse are more likely to use e-cigarettes, according to a new study at the University of Waterloo.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Sep 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: healthday.com

Vaping Could Make Young Adults Physically Weaker

In gold standard stationary bike exercise tests, folks who vaped for two years or more performed much worse than those who didn't The exercise capacity of young people who vape is about equal to that of smokers.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Sep 09, 2024
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]

Source: globalizationandhealth.biomedcentral.com

An analysis of flavor descriptors on tobacco products in the Philippines: Regulatory implications and lessons for low- and middle-income countries

Historically, tobacco companies have used flavored tobacco products to enhance the appeal of tobacco consumption, encourage initiation and experimentation of tobacco use, and contribute to sustained tobacco use.
For detail: globalizationandhealth.biomedcentral.com
Published Sep 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Vaping damages young people’s health as much as smoking, says study

Vaping is just as harmful as smoking tobacco when it comes to the health of young people, according to latest research.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Sep 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: convenience.org

The electronic Membership Directory is a listing of NACS Member Companies and Individuals.​​​​​​​

The convenience and fuel retailing industry’s premier benchmarking tool and the most comprehensive collection of data and trends.
For detail: convenience.org
Published Sep 09, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: chamberuk.com

Why Extending the Smoking Ban to Outdoor Areas is a Threat to Pubs, Clubs, and Local Democracy in 2024

Simon Clark, is director of the smokers’ rights group Forest (Freedom Organisation for the Right to Enjoy Smoking Tobacco).
For detail: chamberuk.com
Published Sep 09, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Landlord fears outdoor smoking ban will 'kill' pubs

The landlord of a Derby music venue and bar fears government plans to toughen rules on outdoor smoking will "kill pubs".
For detail: bbc.com
Published Sep 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: auntminnie.com

Vaping no better than smoking, especially in younger people

Ultrasound shows that young people who vape -- even if they have no apparent signs of lung damage -- have lower capacity for exercise, according to research presented September 8 at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress in Vienna, Austria.
For detail: auntminnie.com
Published Sep 09, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: ascopost.com

Youth E-Cigarette Use May Have Declined to Lowest Level in a Decade

A fewer number of U.S. youths have reported current use of e-cigarettes in 2024 compared with 2023, according to new findings published by Park-Lee et al in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.
For detail: ascopost.com
Published Sep 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vocm.com

MUN Prof Calls for Generational Ban of All Nicotine Products

A professor with MUN’s school of pharmacy says she is “totally on board” with the idea of a generational ban on the sale of cigarettes—but it should also apply to nicotine, not just tobacco products.
For detail: vocm.com
Published Sep 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Vaping damages young people’s lungs as much as smoking, study suggests

Research challenges idea that vaping could be healthier alternative to smoking, say authors of research Vaping damages young people’s lungs as much as smoking, according to research that has prompted fresh debate over the health risks of e-cigarettes.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Sep 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

The pub garden smoking ban is a drag on our freedoms

Labour wants to restrict people’s right to light up to save the NHS money.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Sep 08, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: silive.com

NYC law would require E-cig detectors in public schools

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A piece of City Council legislation would see e-cigarette detectors installed in public school bathrooms, the Advance/SILive.com has learned.
For detail: silive.com
Published Sep 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: neurosciencenews.com

Are Smokers Really Less Likely to Develop Parkinson’s?

Summary: Low doses of carbon monoxide, similar to levels experienced by smokers, can protect against neurodegeneration in Parkinson’s disease models.
For detail: neurosciencenews.com
Published Sep 08, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: medpagetoday.com

Intervention for Smokers With COPD, Asthma Boosts Quit Rates

Immediately linking chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma patients who smoke to an appointment at a smoking cessation clinic significantly improved quit rates, a multicenter trial from Turkey showed.
For detail: medpagetoday.com
Published Sep 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Young vapers perform worse than non-vapers in exercise testing, research finds

Young people who vape perform worse than non-vapers in tests designed to measure their capacity for exercise, according to a study presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress in Vienna, Austria.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Sep 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: itv.com

£10,000 worth of illegal vapes and tobacco seized in Weston-super-Mare

It was part of a multi-agency week of action targeting a number of shops in the town Avon and Somerset Police were working with North Somerset Council’s Trading Standards team and the Home Office Immigration Service.
For detail: itv.com
Published Sep 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: indianexpress.com

Harvard doctor says ‘sitting is the new smoking’ but how true is this statement? We asked the experts

sittingSmoking is harmful to every organ in the human body and is known to cause many types of cancers and heart disease, among other problems.
For detail: indianexpress.com
Published Sep 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: hindustantimes.com

Kicking the habit of smoking: Exploring safer alternatives for tobacco cessation in India

It is time for India to rethink its approach to tobacco cessation.
For detail: hindustantimes.com
Published Sep 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: calgary.ctvnews.ca

Nicotine pouches scarce after federal ban restricts sales to pharmacy-only sales

Many smokers use nicotine pouches as a way to quit smoking.Many smokers use nicotine pouches as a way to quit smoking.
For detail: calgary.ctvnews.ca
Published Sep 07, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

Youth e-cigarette use drops to lowest level in a decade, study shows

The FDA and CDC are out with a new report showing a significant drop in e-cigarette use in just one year, primarily driven by high school students.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Sep 07, 2024
[Drops E-Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

Teenage use of e-cigarettes drops significantly

Teenagers are far less likely to use e-cigarettes than they were just a few years ago, a new report says. “In 2024, an estimated 1.63 million U.S.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Sep 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

Teen vaping is at its lowest level in a decade, data shows

Electronic cigarettes – also known as e-cigs or vapes – are not nearly as popular as they once were among teenagers, recent data shows.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Sep 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: yahoo.com

E-cig, vape usage declining among teens, according to CDC

The number of teenagers who reported vaping in the previous month dropped from 7.7% to 5.9%, marking the lowest level in a decade.
For detail: yahoo.com
Published Sep 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: qz.com

Teen vaping has hit a 10-year low

About 1.6 million U.S. middle and high school students reported using an e-cigarette in the past month, according to a national survey Elf Bar disposable vape flavored vaping e-cigarette products are displayed in a convenience store on June 23, 2022 in El Segundo, California.
For detail: qz.com
Published Sep 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nation.africa

Time to control e-cigarettes use in Kenya

studies have detected harmful compounds such as volatile organic chemicals and heavy metals in e-cigarette emissions.
For detail: nation.africa
Published Sep 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: baytoday.ca

Vaping detectors coming to a school near you

Back when Eric Laberge was a classroom teacher, he would catch students trying to vape in class or in the hallways.
For detail: baytoday.ca
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: yorkshirepost.co.uk

The Government is right to take action on outdoor smoking - Yorkshire Post Letters

Your front page lead report (The YP, Aug 30) on the Government's proposed ban on smoking in pub gardens, includes an opinion from Tim Martin, founder of JD Wetherspoons, that the plan raises "a libertarian issue - whether the Government should interfere in individual liberties where danger is involved.
For detail: yorkshirepost.co.uk
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: yahoo.com

Teen e-cigarette use sinks to lowest level in a decade

An Elf Bar disposable vaping pod device is displayed, Monday, June 26, 2023, in Washington. Teen vaping is down to its lowest point in the last decade, according to a report from the National Youth Tobacco Survey, which was released Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, by the U.
For detail: yahoo.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wkbw.com

All of it will be gone, rows of it': The popularity of nicotine pouches like Zyn across Buffalo

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Long-lasting nicotine pouches have become extremely popular on social media and across Western New York.
For detail: wkbw.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: verywellhealth.com

Could Nicotine Patches Help Treat Long COVID Symptoms?

Nicotine patches may alleviate long COVID symptoms by interacting with receptors that regulate inflammation, cognitive function, and the nervous system.
For detail: verywellhealth.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: uq.edu.au

Saving money or spending more? Cost minimising strategies to purchase tobacco hinder quitting

University of Queensland research has shown some Australians who smoke cigarettes are trying different methods to minimise their spending on tobacco rather than quitting, despite the greater financial and health benefits of quitting smoking.
For detail: uq.edu.au
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Zimbabwe Growers Start Planting Irrigated Tobacco

Tobacco farmers in Zimbabwe started planting irrigated tobacco this week, with many expressing optimism about the upcoming growing season, reports The Herald.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: timesofcannabis.com

E-Cigarettes Are Highly Associated With Tobacco and Pot Use

Recent studies have shown a strong correlation between the use of e-cigarettes and the subsequent initiation of tobacco and marijuana use among adolescents and young adults.
For detail: timesofcannabis.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scrippsnews.com

E-cigarette use among teens significantly drops in 2024, new CDC data reveals

E-cigarette usage among teens has significantly declined in the last year, falling to a 10-year low, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a new report.
For detail: scrippsnews.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: scitechdaily.com

Want To Quit Smoking? Scientists Say These 3 Methods Work Best

A recent study highlights varenicline, cytisine, and nicotine e-cigarettes as the top methods for quitting smoking, emphasizing the importance of behavioral support and ongoing research to enhance cessation strategies.
For detail: scitechdaily.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sb.by

UK to tighten anti-smoking measures

According to The Sun newspaper, the British government is set to tighten anti-smoking measures by banning smoking in some outdoor areas, including bars and restaurants, RIA Novosti reports Photo:www.
For detail: sb.by
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: rttnews.com

E-Cigarette Use Among American Youth Drops To Lowest Level In A Decade

The consumption of e-cigarette among American youth has dropped to the lowest level in a decade, new data show. Half a million fewer U.S.
For detail: rttnews.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nwonewswatch.com

Cellphones and vaping were already banned in schools

FORT FRANCES — Even though former Minister of Education Stephen Lecce touted his back-to-basics plan as the toughest legislation to get students to listen to their teachers, the rules for Ontario's schools haven't changed.
For detail: nwonewswatch.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ntd.com

Vaping Among Youth Declining, Federal Survey Shows

Since its peak in 2019, when five million middle and high school students said they use e-cigarettes, new findings reveal a significant drop in recent years, with vaping rates hitting a low point since its peak.
For detail: ntd.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: npr.org

E-cigarette use is declining — even as the industry eyes teens for new products

E-cigarettes hit the market about 20 years ago. They became all the rage among teenagers, and vaping became a verb.
For detail: npr.org
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newsnationnow.com

Youth vaping levels at decade low: CDC, FDA

According to a joint report from the CDC and FDA, rates of middle and high school students using e-cigarettes dipped to the lowest in a decade.
For detail: newsnationnow.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news18.com

16-year-old Boy’s Lungs Shrink After Continuous Vaping, Hospitalised For Treatment

In a shocking revelation, a 16-year-old boy was admitted to a hospital after his health deteriorated after vaping.
For detail: news18.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Youth vaping dropped to lowest levels in a decade, federal data shows

The number of teenagers who use electronic cigarettes in 2024 dropped significantly from its peak in 2019, according to new federal data, which officials touted as a major public health victory against vaping products.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: msn.com

Youth e-cig use drops to lowest level in a decade

Half a million fewer teens said they used e-cigarettes this year compared to last, according to an annual federal survey that credited a crackdown on Elf Bar products and other enforcement efforts.
For detail: msn.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: jang.com.pk

E-cigarette use among US teens drops to lowest level in 10 years

Use of e-cigarettes or vapes among US youth has dropped to the lowest level of the decade, a new report from the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration revealed.
For detail: jang.com.pk
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Gutka]

Source: indianexpress.com

Gutka ban extended for another year

The sale, storage and distribution of gutka and tobacco or nicotine-laced paan masala are banned in the state.
For detail: indianexpress.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: filtermag.org

“The Forgotten Substance”—Harm Reduction Vaping Groups in Portugal

When more people in harm reduction are considering how to integrate tobacco harm reduction into their work with people who use drugs, it’s important to learn from those who are already doing it.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Sep 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cspdailynews.com

Youth E-Cigarette Use Drops to Lowest Level in a Decade

E-cigarette use among U.S. youth dropped to its lowest level in a decade, according to the recently released data from the 2024 National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS).
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: burnleyexpress.net

Sir Keir Starmer's plan to ban smoking outdoors in England slated by Burnley landlady Justine Bedford of The Royal Dyche pub

An award winning Burnley landlady has slated Sir Keir Starmer’s plan to look at introducing tougher rules on outdoor smoking as ‘absurd.
For detail: burnleyexpress.net
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Sniffer dog uncovers £14k of illicit cigarettes

B.W.Y Canine A Fox red Labrador on his hind legs with his front paws and nose towards a light switch in a small white bathroomB.W.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: axios.com

Youth e-cig use drops to lowest level in a decade

Half a million fewer teens said they used e-cigarettes this year compared to last, according to an annual federal survey that credited a crackdown on Elf Bar products and other enforcement efforts.
For detail: axios.com
Published Sep 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: atr.org

CDC Data Exposes False Youth Vaping Epidemic; Lowest Level in a Decade

E-Cigarette-Electronic_Cigarette-E-Cigs-E-Liquid-Vaping-Cloud_Chasing_(16323004716) by TBEC Review, licensed under cc-by-2.0 Newly Released Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2024 National Youth Tobacco Survey delivered another exceptional exoneration for tobacco harm reduction advocates, as current (past-30 days) youth e-cigarette use drops to the lowest level in a decade, a 23% decrease in just one year.
For detail: atr.org
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wusf.usf.edu

Teen vaping in the US has dropped to its lowest level in a decade

Use of the most popular e-cigarette among teens, Elfbar, fell 36% in the wake of FDA warning letters to stores and distributors selling the brightly colored vapes, which come in flavors like watermelon ice and peach mango. U.S.
For detail: wusf.usf.edu
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: washingtonpost.com

Youth vaping on the decline, federal survey shows

Nearly 6 percent of U.S. middle and high school students reported using e-cigarettes this year compared to last year’s 7.7 percent.
For detail: washingtonpost.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: usnews.com

U.S. Youth Vaping Drops to Lowest Level in a Decade

THURSDAY, Sept. 5, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Just 5.9% of American middle and high school students now vape, a big drop from the 7.7% who did so a year ago, new government data shows.
For detail: usnews.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: usnews.com

The 3 Best Ways to Stop Smoking, Rated by Science

“Quitting smoking is difficult, and some people find it harder to quit than others, but tobacco is uniquely deadly among legal consumer products, so it’s important to seek help quitting,” said lead investigator Jonathan Livingstone-Banks, a lecturer and researcher in evidence-based health care with the University of Oxford in the U.K.
For detail: usnews.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Vapes Among Top Quitting Aides: Cochrane

E-cigarettes are among the Top-3 most effective tools to stop smoking, according to a new review of evidence by a team of scientists.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

Drop in Youth E-Cigarette Use Is Great News, But FDA Must Crack Down on the Illegal, Nicotine-Loaded Products that Continue to Addict Kids

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The results of the 2024 National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) released today show that current (past 30-day) e-cigarette use among U.S.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thehill.com

Youth vaping dropped to lowest levels in a decade, federal data shows

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: thehill.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: techno-science.net

Smoking one cigarette a day before or during pregnancy: what impact on the baby?

Smoking just one cigarette a day before or during pregnancy can have serious consequences on a baby's health.
For detail: techno-science.net
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: statnews.com

Youth vaping continues its tumble from a Juul-fueled high

The number of U.S. kids who are using e-cigarettes has continued to tumble, new federal data show, prompting government health officials to declare an incremental victory in their fight against youth tobacco use.
For detail: statnews.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: psychologytoday.com

E-Cigarettes Are Highly Associated With Tobacco and Pot Use

Electronic cigarettes sounded like a good idea when they were developed in the early 2000s.
For detail: psychologytoday.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Risk E-Cigarette]

Source: prnewswire.com

Significant Drop in Youth E-Cigarette Use Marks Progress, But Nearly 40% of Teens Who Vape Frequently Remain at High Risk for Nicotine Addiction, a Serious Public Health Concern

WASHINGTON, Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) shows significant progress in reducing youth e-cigarette use, with half a million fewer middle and high school students currently vaping.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: prnewswire.com

Youth E-Cigarette Use Drops to Lowest Level in a Decade

SILVER SPRING, Md., Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Half a million fewer U.S.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pakobserver.net

Commissioner orders crackdown against illegal cigarette sales

In a decisive meeting chaired by Commissioner Karachi, Syed Hassan Naqvi, authorities resolved to take immediate action against the illicit sale of smuggled and illegal cigarettes.
For detail: pakobserver.net
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ny1.com

Fewer teens are using e-cig­a­rettes, FDA says

Fewer middle and high school students in the U.S. are using e-cigarettes, according to new data the Food and Drug Administration released Thursday.
For detail: ny1.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

New review highlights top strategies for smoking cessation

Cytisine -- a plant-based compound available under prescription in the United Kingdom, in Canada as an over-the-counter natural health product (Cravv®) and throughout central and eastern Europe.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Sep 05, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: news24.com

OPINION

Tobacco and nicotine use has changed dramatically since the Control of Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Bill was first introduced.
For detail: news24.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nbcnews.com

Are teens finally ditching vaping? New data show lowest levels in a decade

Youth vaping levels fell to the lowest in a decade this year, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration.
For detail: nbcnews.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nbcmiami.com

Teen vaping hits 10-year low in US, new data show

Youth vaping levels fell to the lowest in a decade this year, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration.
For detail: nbcmiami.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: msn.com

E-cigarette use among youth in the US declined to the lowest level in a decade

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For detail: msn.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicinenet.com

U.S. Youth Vaping Drops to Lowest Level in a Decade

Just 5.9% of American middle and high school students now vape, a big drop from the 7.7% who did so a year ago, new government data shows.
For detail: medicinenet.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Chronic skin disorder risk reduces over smoke-free years

The University of Cincinnati's Robert Van Haren was featured in a MedCentral article discussing recent research that found smoking cessation significantly reduced the risk of developing hidradenitis suppurativa, a non-contagious chronic inflammatory skin disorder characterized by painful nodules, abscesses and scarring.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: lse.ac.uk

A gradual smoking ban supports freedom

The 2023 Tobacco and Vapes bill proposed gradually raising the legal age for smoking until smoking was totally banned in the UK.
For detail: lse.ac.uk
Published Sep 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: livemint.com

US High Schoolers’ E-Cigarette Use Plummets With FDA Crackdown

US teenagers’ e-cigarette use dropped by two-thirds over the past five years as health regulators cracked down on illegal sales and distribution of the addictive products.
For detail: livemint.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: lhindependent.com

U.S. Youth Vaping Drops to Lowest Level in a Decade

THURSDAY, Sept. 5, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Just 5.9% of American middle and high school students now vape, a big drop from the 7.7% who did so a year ago, new government data shows.
For detail: lhindependent.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: lavanguardia.com

Spanish doctors confirm the three most effective methods to quit smoking

Cytisine and varenicline are the most effective drugs for quitting smoking, according to the review conducted by the Cochrane group Varenicline (a drug sold under the brands Chantix and Champix, among others), cytisine (a plant-derived compound), and nicotine e-cigarettes are the top three strategies to quit smoking, according to a comprehensive review of the scientific evidence published yesterday in the journal Addiction.
For detail: lavanguardia.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: irishtimes.com

Should we treat greenhouse gas emissions like smoking?

The time is approaching when the thorny issue of fossil-fuelled cars will have to be tackled.
For detail: irishtimes.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthday.com

The 3 Best Ways to Stop Smoking, Rated by Science

Varenicline (Chantix) and nicotine e-cigarettes are two of the top three and available in the United States A third option, cytisine, is only available in Canada and Europe.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: forbes.com

U.S. High School Vaping Hits 10-Year Low After Crackdown, CDC Says

The percentage of high school students in the U.S. who use e-cigarettes has fallen to a decade-long low, according to a survey released Thursday, reversing an uptick in teen vaping as regulators crack down on popular products and some school districts install vaping detectors.
For detail: forbes.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: fda.gov

Youth E-Cigarette Use Drops to Lowest Level in a Decade

Half a million fewer U.S. youth reported current use of e-cigarettes in 2024 compared to 2023, according to new data from the National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) released today by the U.S.
For detail: fda.gov
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: endocrinologyadvisor.com

Mobile Smoking Intervention for Latino Adults Modestly Increases Quit Rate

Use of a mobile smoking cessation intervention for Latino adults, Decídetexto, significantly increased self-reported 7-day smoking abstinence and uptake of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) after 24 weeks, but did not significantly increase biochemically-verified abstinence.
For detail: endocrinologyadvisor.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: edition.cnn.com

E-cigarette use among youth in the US declined to the lowest level in a decade

Teens in the United States are far less likely to use e-cigarettes than they were a few years ago, but experts warn that any tobacco use among youth is unsafe — and now, the rise of nicotine pouches is a growing concern.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Gutka]

Source: deccanherald.com

Gujarat government extends gutka ban in state for another year

The sale, storage and distribution of gutka and tobacco or nicotine-laced paan masala are currently banned in Gujarat.
For detail: deccanherald.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: chemistryworld.com

Nicotine analogues emerging in e-cigarettes to evade regulations

Tests show products contain widely variable amounts of compounds with unknown risks Concerns around the potential harms of e-cigarettes are nothing new, but recent research has drawn attention to a loophole being exploited by US tobacco and vape companies to bring new products to market without regulatory oversight.
For detail: chemistryworld.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cdc.gov

: E-Cigarette and Nicotine Pouch Use Among Middle and High School Students — United States, 2024

E-cigarettes remain the most used tobacco product among U.S. youths. The wide availability and growing sales of nicotine pouches has also raised concerns about potential use of these products among youths.
For detail: cdc.gov
Published Sep 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bloomberg.com

US High Schoolers’ E-Cigarette Use Plummets With FDA Crackdown

US teenagers’ e-cigarette use dropped by two-thirds over the past five years as health regulators cracked down on illegal sales and distribution of the addictive products.
For detail: bloomberg.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: apnews.com

Teen vaping hits 10-year low in the US

WASHINGTON (AP) — Fewer adolescents are vaping this year than at any point in the last decade, government officials reported Thursday, pointing to a shrinking number of high school students who are using Elf Bar and other fruity, unauthorized e-cigarettes.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: aol.com

E-cigarette use among youth in the US declined to the lowest level in a decade

Teens in the United States are far less likely to use e-cigarettes than they were a few years ago, but experts warn that any tobacco use among youth is unsafe — and now, the rise of nicotine pouches is a growing concern.
For detail: aol.com
Published Sep 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: amarillo.com

“Smart vapes” are the latest illegal e-cigarette trend

Unlike regulated e-cigarettes, the FDA warns against vapes using bright colors and enticing flavors to appeal to young people.
For detail: amarillo.com
Published Sep 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Dominican Republic to Build Tobacco School

The National Institute for Technical and Professional Training of the Dominican Republic will establish a school to meet the growing demand for skilled labor in the tobacco sector.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 04, 2024
[Quit Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Study: HTPs Increase Likelihood of Quitting

Switching to heated tobacco products (HTPs) can significantly increase the likelihood of smokers quitting smoking entirely, reports the Inquirer, citing a study conducted by South Korean researchers.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Sep 04, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: thebaltimorebanner.com

Baltimore will get at least $7.5M in settlement with e-cigarette maker JUUL

Juul packages are seen on a shelf in New York City in 2022. The company will pay Baltimore at least $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit.
For detail: thebaltimorebanner.com
Published Sep 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: spectrumnews1.com

Survey finds 75% of adults can't identify nicotine pouches

COLUMBUS, Ohio — A recent study commissioned by The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G.
For detail: spectrumnews1.com
Published Sep 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sfchronicle.com

S.F. sues to halt online sales of flavored nicotine pouches

San Francisco is accusing sellers of flavored nicotine pouches — known as “nics” or “zyns” — of violating state and local laws and endangering young people’s lives.
For detail: sfchronicle.com
Published Sep 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: openaccessgovernment.org

The rise of oral nicotine pouches among young adults

Concerns arise as alarming trends surround the use of oral nicotine pouches among young adults These small, discreet packets filled with nicotine-infused powder are gaining popularity, but awareness and recognition of these products remain low.
For detail: openaccessgovernment.org
Published Sep 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newsroomodisha.com

Oral pouches are new nicotine craze for Gen Z, warns study

New Delhi: While almost half of individuals can identify cigarettes and e-cigarettes, just one in four would recognise oral nicotine pouches, a study revealed on Wednesday.
For detail: newsroomodisha.com
Published Sep 04, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Regular mobile phone use linked to increased cardiovascular disease risk in smokers and diabetics

A new study has found that regular mobile phone use was positively associated with incident cardiovascular diseases risk, especially in current smokers and individuals with diabetes.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Sep 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kron4.com

San Francisco sues online tobacco sellers over flavored nicotine pouches

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — Four online tobacco retailers are being sued by San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu for allegedly violating a ban protecting children from harmful nicotine use.
For detail: kron4.com
Published Sep 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kqed.org

San Francisco Breaks the Zyn-ternet With Lawsuit Against Flavored Nicotine Sales

Containers of Zyn, a Phillip Morris smokeless nicotine pouch, are displayed for sale among other nicotine and tobacco products at a newsstand in New York.
For detail: kqed.org
Published Sep 04, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: greaterkashmir.com

Why Smoking Isn’t Banned Despite Its Health Hazards

It is universally acknowledged that smoking is a severe health hazard, contributing to conditions such as cancer, heart disease, and stroke.
For detail: greaterkashmir.com
Published Sep 04, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: emro.who.int

Youth raise awareness of tobacco industry tricks

4 September 2024, Cairo, Egypt – On 3 September, as part of its ongoing activities to celebrate World No Tobacco Day 2024, the WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean organized an event that included an exhibition of drawings by children from the Region on tobacco control and the announcement of the results of the One Voice video campaign on tobacco.
For detail: emro.who.int
Published Sep 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Teens’ mental health issues linked to vaping, says study

Secondary school students diagnosed with mental health issues such as depression are twice as likely to have vaped.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Sep 04, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cbsnews.com

Juul to pay Baltimore $7.5 million for marketing flavored e-cigarette's to city's youth

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For detail: cbsnews.com
Published Sep 04, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: businesstech.co.za

New smoking laws for South Africa want fines and jail time for lighting up around non-smokers

The Department of Health has re-presented the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Bill to the portfolio committee on health, kickstarting the process to get the laws passed once again.
For detail: businesstech.co.za
Published Sep 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: al.com

Vaping at football games? Alabama bill seeks to ban e-cigarettes from public places

In this April 16, 2019 file photo, a woman exhales while vaping from a Juul pen e-cigarette.
For detail: al.com
Published Sep 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: academic.oup.com

Cigarette Smoking Relapse Among People Who Switched to E-cigarettes or Other Tobacco Products

Little is known about how quitting and switching to other tobacco products affects cigarette smoking relapse.
For detail: academic.oup.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[WHO NCD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Skip to main content

The No Tobacco unit of the World Health Organization (WHO) Department of Health Promotion, in collaboration with the WHO regional offices for South-East Asia and the Western Pacific, recently held an Executive Programme on Tobacco Control for WHO Representatives.
For detail: who.int
Published Sep 03, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

WHO country office representatives attend leadership programme on tobacco control

The No Tobacco unit of the World Health Organization (WHO) Department of Health Promotion, in collaboration with the WHO regional offices for South-East Asia and the Western Pacific, recently held an Executive Programme on Tobacco Control for WHO Representatives.
For detail: who.int
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tillamookheadlightherald.com

Oregon legislature urged to end flavored tobacco products sales

In Oregon, tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death and disease, killing more than 8,000 people each year.
For detail: tillamookheadlightherald.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thepeninsulaqatar.com

Dr. Ahmad Al Mulla contributes to development of WHO's clinical treatment guideline for tobacco cessation in adults

Doha, Qatar: Dr. Ahmad Al Mulla, Director of Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Tobacco Control Center — a World Health Organization (WHO) collaborating center for treating tobacco dependence — has contributed to the development of the WHO's clinical treatment guideline for tobacco cessation in adults.
For detail: thepeninsulaqatar.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Vapes are addictive and should only be sold on prescription

Prof Anthony Milton says people who vape should be regarded as drug addicts and doctors should do all they can to wean their patients off them I was interested to read your report on the British Medical Association recommending that vapes should only be available over the counter (Vapes should be sold behind the counter like cigarettes, says BMA, 28 August).
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: techexplorist.com

Depressed teens are twice as likely to use e-cigarettes

A University of Sydney study found a strong link between poor mental health and e-cigarette use among Australian high school students.
For detail: techexplorist.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: sydney.edu.au

Depressed adolescents twice as likely to vape

A study on vaping behaviour among Australian high school students has found those who reported severe depressive symptoms were over twice as likely to have tried e-cigarettes, compared to those reporting no depressive symptoms.
For detail: sydney.edu.au
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: redlakenationnews.com

Attorney General Keith Ellison warns against continued sales of unauthorized e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches

Letter to 5,000 distributors and retailers requests they stop selling unauthorized and illegal products; details the harm to youth from marketing and sale of unauthorized flavored tobacco products, consequences under federal and state law August 29, 2024 (SAINT PAUL) – Attorney General Keith Ellison sent a letter to more than 5,000 tobacco distributors and retailers today asking them to stop distributing, marketing, and selling unauthorized and illegal flavored tobacco products in Minnesota.
For detail: redlakenationnews.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: people.com

Vaping Is Linked to Teen Mental Health Issues: Study

A study conducted by Australia's Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use surveyed 5,000 students between the ages of 12 and 14 woman smoking electronic cigarette.
For detail: people.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nhk.or.jp

Japan's smoking rate hits lowest ever

A survey by Japan's health ministry shows that the ratio of people in the country who smoke regularly has hit its lowest ever.
For detail: nhk.or.jp
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newsaegis.com

ADPH seeks proposals from to protect youth from nicotine, secondhand smoke

The Alabama Department of Public Health is currently accepting proposals to collaborate with qualified organizations in Alabama to “affect social norm changes around tobacco use and protect youth from nicotine initiation and exposure to secondhand smoke.
For detail: newsaegis.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nelincs.gov.uk

Man found guilty of selling nearly 1000 illegal vapes after Council inspection

Sukhdev Singh Tattla, 34, of Beverley Close, Holton-Le-Clay, appeared at Grimsby Magistrates Court on Monday, 19 August, after North East Lincolnshire Council’s Trading Standards team discovered hundreds of illegal vapes during an inspection in October last year.
For detail: nelincs.gov.uk
Published Sep 03, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: nature.com

Multidisciplinary approaches in electronic nicotine delivery systems pulmonary toxicology: emergence of living and non-living bioinspired engineered systems

Technology-based platforms offer crucial support for regulatory agencies in overseeing tobacco products to enhance public health protection.
For detail: nature.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: msn.com

Depressed teens twice as likely to vape: study

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For detail: msn.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalrepublic.com.au

Keep Big Tobacco and Big Opioids out of the health sector

Tobacco giant Philip Morris International has ventured into the inhaler market, with the help of opioid manufacturer Mundipharma, prompting an outcry from the medical community and calls for boycotts.
For detail: medicalrepublic.com.au
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kosu.org

TSET helps fund efforts to stop underage tobacco, vape use in Oklahoma

The TSET Board of Directors approved more than $50,000 in funds for the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission to prevent people under 21 from accessing tobacco and vape products, including through door-to-door delivery services.
For detail: kosu.org
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: indianagazette.com

Depressed Adolescents Twice as Likely to Take Up Vaping

TUESDAY, Sept. 3, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- A survey of Australian adolescents finds those who are experiencing depressive symptoms have double the risk of taking up vaping.
For detail: indianagazette.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: fox28spokane.com

Depressed teens twice as likely to vape: study

Depressed teenagers are twice as likely to vape as other youngsters, according to a new study. The findings highlight a “critical” need for mental health support to stop adolescents taking up the increasingly common habit, say health experts.
For detail: fox28spokane.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dglobe.com

Vaping at a local level: What's it look like in ISD 518?

Signage posted in the Worthington High School bathrooms warns students not to vape, and that vaping detectors are present.
For detail: dglobe.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: c-store.com.au

Asia-Pacific nations unite to tackle the illicit tobacco trade

Twenty Asia-Pacific nations are set to attend the inaugural Asia-Pacific Illicit Tobacco Initiative 2024 in Singapore over the next two days.
For detail: c-store.com.au
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: citizentribune.com

Depressed Adolescents Twice as Likely to Take Up Vaping

New research shows a close connection between depression in adolescence and the use of e-cigarettes.
For detail: citizentribune.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: canarianweekly.com

Smoking laws in the Canary Islands: Can you smoke or vape in bars and restaurants?

Smoking laws in Spain, which include the Canary Islands, have become increasingly strict over the past decade. As of now, smoking is prohibited in all indoor public spaces, including bars, restaurants, nightclubs, and workplaces.
For detail: canarianweekly.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bhpioneer.com

Depressed Adolescents Twice as Likely to Take Up Vaping

TUESDAY, Sept. 3, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- A survey of Australian adolescents finds those who are experiencing depressive symptoms have double the risk of taking up vaping.
For detail: bhpioneer.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Thousands of illegal vapes seized in South West

Thousands of illegal vapes have been seized by Trading Standards across the south-west of England in the past year.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: atchisonglobenow.com

Depressed Adolescents Twice as Likely to Take Up Vaping

New research shows a close connection between depression in adolescence and the use of e-cigarettes.
For detail: atchisonglobenow.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: annistonstar.com

Depressed Adolescents Twice as Likely to Take Up Vaping

TUESDAY, Sept. 3, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- A survey of Australian adolescents finds those who are experiencing depressive symptoms have double the risk of taking up vaping.
For detail: annistonstar.com
Published Sep 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc.net.au

Teens who vape more likely to have poor mental health, new report shows

A study of 5,000 students has found teenagers who vape are more likely to have poor mental health.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

How bad is vaping for your teeth?

Fresh fears are emerging about the serious damage vaping can cause to your teeth and gums.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Concerns about tobacco control bill

South African Informal Traders Alliance says it's concerned about how the Control of Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Bill.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: volteface.me

Labour’s Proposed Vape Ban Is a Blow to Harm Reduction

Labour’s recent proposal to ban disposable vapes, citing concerns over youth access and environmental impact, is a significant misstep.
For detail: volteface.me
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tnp.straitstimes.com

Girl allegedly hit for sharing video of classmate smoking

The Secondary 3 student's nose was bleeding after the incident.
For detail: tnp.straitstimes.com
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thenorthernecho.co.uk

Toxic vapes seized in County Durham and Darlington schools

Confiscated vapes from County Durham and Darlington schools were found to contain too much nicotine, were too big, and were laden with toxic heavy metals when tested by police, an investigation by The Northern Echo can reveal.
For detail: thenorthernecho.co.uk
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Australian teenagers’ mental health problems linked to vaping, study finds

Australian high school students with symptoms of severe depression or poor wellbeing are twice as likely to have tried vaping, a new study has found.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Smoking Ban]

Source: theguardian.com

Would an outdoor smoking ban have an effect on racecourse attendances?

After the Covid pandemic, anything else that might risk deterring racegoers is going to be a concern for the sport When Bollin Eric won the St Leger at Doncaster in September 2002, the race sponsor’s brand and colours were prominently advertised around the winning post and down the long home straight, and a senior executive was on hand to present the historic prize to the winning connections – as you would expect.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

Where there’s smoking, there’s heated debate

Dr James Scott says banning smoking in public places is a vital next step for public health. Plus other readers on the potential impact of a ban on pubs I’m a consultant in stroke medicine and spend my life treating people with cardiovascular disease, much of which is directly caused by the tobacco industry.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: talkingretail.com

Petition against ban on flavoured vapes launched

Smoking alternatives retailer Haypp, has launched a petition going against the BMA (British Medical Association), as it believes evidence suggests a ban would be detrimental to Britain’s aims to become smoke-free.
For detail: talkingretail.com
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: straitstimes.com

Teen allegedly attacked for sharing video of student vaping; school says it will assist in police probe

SINGAPORE – A 15-year-old secondary school student was taken to hospital after two schoolmates, who accused her of sharing a video of their friend vaping in a school toilet, allegedly assaulted her.
For detail: straitstimes.com
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: staffordshire.gov.uk

Illegal vapes and illicit tobacco seized in East Staffordshire

Trading Standards officers at Staffordshire County Council have seized vapes, illicit cigarettes, tobacco and shisha, with a retail value of over £28,000.
For detail: staffordshire.gov.uk
Published Sep 02, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: rcp.ac.uk

Royal College of Physicians responds to press coverage about the possibility of an outdoor smoking ban

The RCP has responded to media coverage reporting government’s potential ban on smoking in outdoor venues.
For detail: rcp.ac.uk
Published Sep 02, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: pharmacydaily.com.au

Pharmacy Daily

THE Tasmanian Government announced on Fri new tighter regulations restricting the sale of nicotine-containing vapes to patients with a prescription from a GP or nurse practitioner.
For detail: pharmacydaily.com.au
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: peopledaily.digital

Experts call for the adoption of new WHO guidelines to reduce tobacco use

Kenya stands a better chance of reducing the number of adult smokers by over 2.5 million, which is more than the entire population of Kiambu County, by adopting a set of new clinical treatment guidelines for tobacco cessation prescribed by the World Health Organisation (WHO), experts have said.
For detail: peopledaily.digital
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: peopledaily.digital

Experts call for the adoption of new WHO guidelines to reduce tobacco use

Kenya stands a better chance of reducing the number of adult smokers by over 2.5 million, which is more than the entire population of Kiambu County, by adopting a set of new clinical treatment guidelines for tobacco cessation prescribed by the World Health Organisation (WHO), experts have said.
For detail: peopledaily.digital
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

High depressive symptoms linked to increased e-cigarette use among Australian teens

A study on vaping behavior among Australian high school students has found those who reported severe depressive symptoms were over twice as likely to have tried e-cigarettes, compared to those reporting no depressive symptoms.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: moodiedavittreport.com

KT International adds new flavour experiences to cigarette portfolio

Bulgaria’s KT International (KTI) is set to highlight new flavour experiences for its key Corset and The King cigarette brands at the upcoming TFWA World Exhibition in Cannes (Bay Village, Bay 19).
For detail: moodiedavittreport.com
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: miragenews.com

Facts To Inform Conversations About Vaping

A recent study commissioned by VicHealth has shown parents and carers hold more power and influence in tackling teen vaping than they might realise.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: joe.co.uk

Disposable vapes could be banned under government plans

It’s hoped this will reduce the number of young people vaping The government is considering banning disposable vapes under new plans.
For detail: joe.co.uk
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healthnews.com

Depressed Teenagers Are More Likely to Vape

Adolescents experiencing severe depressive symptoms may be more than twice as likely to have tried e-cigarettes than those without depressive symptoms, a new study suggests.
For detail: healthnews.com
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: halifaxcourier.co.uk

Vaping retailer launches petition against possible flavoured vapes ban

Online nicotine retailer Haypp has launched a petition going against the BMA announcement, in a bid to stop the ban of flavoured vapes.
For detail: halifaxcourier.co.uk
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: daijiworld.com

Udupi: Rise in public smoking, e-cigarette menace in Manipal

Udupi, Sep 2: Despite the prohibition on selling e-cigarettes, their use, along with regular cigarettes, is on the rise in the Manipal area of the taluk.
For detail: daijiworld.com
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: conveniencestore.co.uk

A ban on disposable vapes would be a gift to the illegal market, warns World Vapers’ Alliance

The World Vapers’ Alliance (WVA) has slammed the Labour Party’s proposal to ban disposable vapes. It has warned that such a “misguided” policy could undermine public health efforts and hit the most vulnerable hardest.
For detail: conveniencestore.co.uk
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businesstech.co.za

Fight brewing over the return of new smoking laws for South Africa

With the reintroduction of the Control of Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Bill in Parliament set for this week (4 September), the chorus of warnings by those against the Bill continues.
For detail: businesstech.co.za
Published Sep 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: brunelmedicalpractice.co.uk

Do you want to stop smoking?

The Smoke Free Digital Stop Smoking Service have recently joined forces with Your Health Torbay to bring an offer to patients who smoke in the Torbay area.
For detail: brunelmedicalpractice.co.uk
Published Sep 02, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: aastocks.com

China Tobacco: Ex-factory Prices/Suggested Retail Prices of E-cigarette Products Made & Sold in CN to Be Determined by Enterprises

The State Tobacco Monopoly Administration (China Tobacco) has issued the "Notice on Revising and Issuing the Rules for the Administration of E-cigarette Transactions".
For detail: aastocks.com
Published Sep 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: toronto.citynews.ca

Northwestern Ontario teens report vaping and drinking more than peers in other areas

KENORA – Northwestern Ontario youth are vaping, using cannabis and drinking more commonly than their peers in other parts of the province, according to new data.
For detail: toronto.citynews.ca
Published Sep 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

I love the nanny state, but let’s leave outdoor smokers to puff away in peace

There are plenty of laws against the habit, but the ban-it-harder brigade don’t know when to stop Have you ever wondered why pubs in Britain bother with gardens? They seem like a solid enough investment now, in summer, sure.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Sep 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

I love the nanny state, but let’s leave outdoor smokers to puff away in peace

There are plenty of laws against the habit, but the ban-it-harder brigade don’t know when to stop Have you ever wondered why pubs in Britain bother with gardens? They seem like a solid enough investment now, in summer, sure.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Sep 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Disposable vapes may be banned under plans being considered by Labour

The Prime Minister said in opposition that he would support measures to curb the rising number of young people taking up vaping Disposable vapes could be banned under plans being considered by Labour to crack down on their use among children.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Sep 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: spectator.co.uk

Labour’s puritanical attack on vaping

On Times Radio this morning Lucy Powell, Leader of the House of Commons, said that she wanted the government to ‘tackle the scourge of vaping’.
For detail: spectator.co.uk
Published Sep 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: securingindustry.com

Vape firm Altria files patent on anti-counterfeit tech

Counterfeiting is a major problem for vape manufacturers, and Altria's Njoy unit has filed a patent for a technological solution for e-cigarette devices that use refill cartridges.
For detail: securingindustry.com
Published Sep 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.sky.com

Outdoor smoking ban is not an attack on the hospitality industry, Labour's Commons leader Lucy Powell insists

Lucy Powell defended potential measures to ban smoking in pub gardens, saying a smoke-free country would benefit the economy and the NHS.
For detail: news.sky.com
Published Sep 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newarkadvertiser.co.uk

Queen’s Medical Centre doctor warns underage vaping is putting more Nottingham children in hospital

More children are ending up with lung-related problems linked to underage vaping, a Nottingham doctor has warned.
For detail: newarkadvertiser.co.uk
Published Sep 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: lancashiretelegraph.co.uk

200 illegal e-cigs seized from shop after test purchase

Another shop made a sale to a minor of an illegal electronic cigarette which resulted in 200 illegal electronic cigarettes being seized.
For detail: lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
Published Sep 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kmvt.com

Kimberly High School installs vape detectors in bathrooms

KIMBERLY, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — Kimberly High School received a grant to install detectors in the school bathrooms.
For detail: kmvt.com
Published Sep 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: independent.co.uk

War on ‘scourge of vaping’ announced by minister as Labour doubles down on plans to ban outdoor smoking

A cabinet minister has doubled down on Labour’s plans to ban smoking in beer gardens and said the government will have a war on ‘the scourge of vaping’ Lucy Powell has warned Labour will crackdown on vaping (Nicholas T Ansell/PA).
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Sep 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: globaltimes.cn

China’s first local standards on outdoor smoking areas enacted in Shanghai

China's first local standards on the setup and management of outdoor smoking areas was enacted in Shanghai on Sunday to regulate outdoor smoking behaviors in the municipality.
For detail: globaltimes.cn
Published Sep 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

Labour pledges to tackle the 'scourge of vaping' - as more young people take up the habit

Labour will 'tackle the scourge of vaping' once it has clamped down on smoking, a senior minister said yesterday.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Sep 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbc.ca

Nicotine pouches are now restricted to pharmacies. Former smokers say that's making it harder to quit

Federal government has banned pouches from convenience stores and completely recalled fruity flavours Packages of nicotine pouches on the shelf of an Ottawa convenience store.
For detail: cbc.ca

News Excerpts of August-2024

Published Aug 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wifr.com

Ways to explain the dangers of vaping to teens

Parents can help protect the physical and mental health of teens by recognizing new tobacco products, and teaching about the harm these products can cause.
For detail: wifr.com
Published Aug 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vapingpost.com

The Unscrupulous Manufacturers and Sellers Giving The Vape Industry a Bad Reputation

Some retailers and manufacturers of illicit vaping products aimed at teens, have been coming up with new ways of reaching their target audience and more needs to be done to weed these out.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Aug 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Local manufacturing process ups cancer risk among smokeless tobacco users, finds study

Mumbai: The 20 crore Indians who use smokeless tobacco face a double whammy: not only do the contents of most smokeless tobacco products carry a high risk of cancer, but the local manufacturing process also worsens the risk.
For detail: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Published Aug 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sootoday.com

Looking for nicotine pouches? Only pharmacies sell them now

Effective Wednesday, August 28, nicotine pouches were banned from convenience store and gas station shelves by order of federal Health Minister Mark Holland and will now be available only from behind pharmacy counters.
For detail: sootoday.com
Published Aug 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: inews.co.uk

Vaping ban in indoor public places being looked at by ministers

One stakeholder said the changes would 'rationalise' rules, which are currently optional for venues. Vape shop selling disposable single use vapes on 6th March 2024 in London, United Kingdom.
For detail: inews.co.uk
Published Aug 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: healthday.com

FDA Mandates ID Checks for Everyone Younger Than 30 Buying Cigarettes

FRIDAY, Aug. 30, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Retailers will now be required to check the IDs of anyone buying cigarettes who is younger than 30 years of age, the U.S.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Aug 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: etftrends.com

Fat Dividends in the New Age of Nicotine Use

I was just in Boston enjoying the sights and spending time with a friend. I don’t want to say that he was vaping all the time… but he was always vaping.
For detail: etftrends.com
Published Aug 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

Sir Keir Starmer's smoking ban could extend to vaping indoors - as doctors call for a ban on all flavoured vapes to make them less appealing to children

Sir Keir Starmer is considering banning vaping in indoor public spaces as part of a crackdown on nicotine products.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Aug 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: chimpreports.com

Gov’t Urged to Revise Tobacco Control Act 2016

Tobacco Harm Reduction Uganda (THR Uganda), a leading advocate for tobacco harm reduction in the country, has called on the government to revise the Tobacco Control Act 2016, arguing that while the legislation controls the demand for the consumption of tobacco and its products, the supply of tobacco and its products to the population, and protecting the environment from the effects of tobacco production and consumption and exposure to tobacco smoke, it falls short of providing solutions to smokers seeking to quit cigarettes.
For detail: chimpreports.com
Published Aug 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

What the outdoor smoking ban in Australia could tell us about UK's future

BBC Jack Berman and an unnamed friend hold beers in the smoking section of a pub in Sydney.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Aug 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: arabtimesonline.com

Enabling tobacco harm reduction and regulating smokeless nicotine products

Attributed to: Marwan Hamade, Head of Legal for BAT Middle East Cluster covering the following countries: KSA, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, UAE, Iraq, Lebanon and Jordan.
For detail: arabtimesonline.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: webwire.com

Airfuze 30K Disposable Vape Sets New Standards in Vaping Industry

In a significant advancement in vaping technology, Airfuze 30K is now offering a combination of high-end features that position it as a leading choice for vape enthusiasts.
For detail: webwire.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wdam.com

LCSD making plans to attack teen vaping with statewide weapons

LAMAR COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - Leaders with the Lamar County School District met Thursday with local youth pastors, law enforcement and lawmakers for another round of talks about teen vaping.
For detail: wdam.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Luxembourg Urged to Hike Tobacco Prices

Public health activists are urging Luxembourg raise tobacco prices, reports the Luxembourg Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

Outdoor smoking ban likely to encourage people to quit, says minister

The skills minister, Jacqui Smith, has confirmed the government’s proposed outdoor smoking ban would mean “fewer places where you actually can smoke” as she claimed the habit was the “biggest nail in the coffin of most people in this country”.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tasmaniantimes.com

Tas Govt Proposes Crackdown on Vapes

The Tasmanian Government will take strong action to stamp out vaping with nation-leading reforms to significantly reduce the use and uptake of e-cigarettes, particularly among young people.
For detail: tasmaniantimes.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sunstar.com.ph

Mandaue urges compliance with E-Cigarettes law

EFFORTS to enhance public health are being intensified as local businesses in Mandaue City are urged to comply with Republic Act (RA) 11900, or the Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products Regulation Act.
For detail: sunstar.com.ph
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: society.asco.org

FDA Issues Final Rule Raising Minimum Age for Certain Restrictions on Tobacco Sales

The Association for Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is applauding the U.S.
For detail: society.asco.org
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: scrippsnews.com

FDA to require retailers to check the ID of more tobacco purchasers

The Food and Drug Administration has announced new rules that will require retailers to verify the age of those under 30 who are trying to purchase tobacco products.
For detail: scrippsnews.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

Smokers under 30 need photo IDs to buy tobacco products, US FDA says

A cigarette butt lies on a street in New York, U.S., May 10, 2017. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights, opens new tab Aug 29 (Reuters) - The U.S.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: reuters.com

UK PM Starmer supports tougher outdoor smoking rules to ease pressure on health service

LONDON, Aug 29 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Thursday he supported the idea of banning smoking in some outdoor spaces, including pub gardens, as a way of reducing the pressure on the state-run National Health Service and the cost to taxpayers.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nevadacurrent.com

Tobacco giant eyes NV as market for new product, and eyes lawmakers for favorable tax treatment

Phillip Morris International is marketing IQOS as a device that heats a tobacco “heatstick” into a nicotine-containing vapor but without combustion, fire, ash or smoke.
For detail: nevadacurrent.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nature.com

The interaction of oxytocin and nicotine addiction on psychosocial stress: an fMRI study

The anxiolytic effect of oxytocin (OXT) on psychosocial stress has been well documented, but the effectiveness under the interference of other factors still requires in-depth research.
For detail: nature.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Shisha]

Source: middleeasteye.net

Britain’s shisha cafes fear for their future as Starmer proposes outdoor smoking ban

It is Thursday evening on London’s Edgware Road, renowned for its vast array of shisha cafes and Middle Eastern restaurants.
For detail: middleeasteye.net
Published Aug 30, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: keck.usc.edu

Research in 60 Seconds: E-cigarettes & DNA damage

What are the long-term effects of e-cigarettes? Stella Tommasi, PhD, associate professor at the USC department of population and public health sciences, shares her team’s findings on the safety of e-cigarette use, especially as it pertains to teens.
For detail: keck.usc.edu
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: indianexpress.com

FDA raises age verification for tobacco purchases to 30 in new crackdown

Effective immediately, retailers in the United States are now required to verify the age of anyone under 30 when purchasing tobacco products.
For detail: indianexpress.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: healio.com

FDA finalizes new age restrictions on sale of tobacco products

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For detail: healio.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: guild.org.au

Vapes by prescription only in Tasmania

The Tasmanian Branch of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia has welcomed today’s announcement by the state Government to restrict the sale of nicotine-containing vapes to patients with a valid prescription from a GP or nurse practitioner.
For detail: guild.org.au
Published Aug 30, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: globaltimes.cn

$3m illegal e-cigarette operation busted after student incident

Following the report of an elementary school student who secretly smoked e-cigarettes at home by his father, the police successfully cracked a case involving nearly $3 million in the production of low-quality e-cigarettes.
For detail: globaltimes.cn
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ft.com

Switzerland to Tighten Tobacco Rules

Switzerland will strengthen its restriction on tobacco advertising and nicotine product notification requirements effective Oct.
For detail: ft.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: euractiv.com

Ireland preparing tough new tobacco and nicotine regulations following public consultation

Underwritten Produced with financial support from an organization or individual, yet not approved by the underwriter before or after publication.
For detail: euractiv.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: convenience.org

FDA Increases Minimum Age for Tobacco Sales

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a final rule that raises the minimum age for certain restrictions on tobacco product sales.
For detail: convenience.org
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Tory MP's smoking ban tweet branded 'repugnant'

Conservative MP Esther McVey has been branded "repugnant" for using a poem about the Holocaust to criticise the government's proposals for tougher rules on outdoor smoking.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bat.com

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Our sustainability reporting aims to provide focused and integrated sustainability communications for our stakeholders across different formats.
For detail: bat.com
Published Aug 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc.net.au

Tasmania set to get strongest vaping restrictions in the country in plan to override 'watered-down' federal law

Vapes sold from pharmacies are intended to have plain packaging and be restricted to three flavours, as opposed to those that have previously been available.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Aug 29, 2024
[War Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Melbourne’s tobacco war heats up - Tax hike predicted to ignite violence

Victorians are being warned to brace for an escalation of violence in Melbourne’s tobacco war. A tax hike will increase the cost of cigarettes from next week and critics say it will only pour more fuel on the fire.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Stop & Shop will stop selling cigarettes, tobacco by end of August

Stop & Shop has announced it will stop selling cigarettes and tobacco in all of its stores by the end of this week.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Licencsing Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Tobacco licensing recommended

Victoria should establish a nicotine licensing scheme and active regulatory authority to better manage vaping and tobacco products, a report tabled in Parliament today has recommended.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vir.com.vn

Tobacco and aircon units lead excise tax discussions

Tobacco and aircon units lead excise tax discussions, photo Le Toan In the latest draft law from the ministry (MoF) submitted late last month, the tax rate of 75 per cent on tobacco will be maintained, with an absolute tax rate added according to a roadmap increasing annually from 2026 to 2030.
For detail: vir.com.vn
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: upi.com

FDA mandates photo ID for all under 30 to buy tobacco

Starting the end of September, retailers will be mandated to ask for photo ID of anyone under the age of 30 trying to by tobacco products, according to a new rule from the U.S.
For detail: upi.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tripurastarnews.com

7 Critical Factors That Prove Vaping Is Not Safer Than Smoking.

Bengaluru, 29th of August, 2024 : Recently, there has been an increased use of vaporizers among youths. Vaping is incorrectly perceived by some as less dangerous, which can prove to be fatal.
For detail: tripurastarnews.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

FDA Issues Final Rule for Tobacco 21

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a final rule raising the minimum age for certain restrictions on tobacco product sales.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Campaigners Vow to Fight Outdoor Smoking Ban

A leaked plan to drastically extend smoking restrictions in Britain to outdoor spaces has sparked outrage among activists and some politicians.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thewestonmercury.co.uk

£10,000 illegal vaping and tobacco products seized in Weston

ILLEGAL vaping and tobacco products worth an estimated £10,000 have been seized during a multi-agency operation in Weston-super-Mare.
For detail: thewestonmercury.co.uk
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

Smoking could be banned in UK’s pub gardens and outdoor restaurants

Smoking could be banned in pub gardens, outdoor restaurants, outside hospitals and at sports grounds in the UK under tighter restrictions being considered by ministers, according to leaked documents.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thedrinksbusiness.com

Government plans to ban smoking in pub gardens

The UK Government is reportedly considering extending the smoking ban to open-air spaces including small parks, outside of nightclubs, and even in pub beer gardens.
For detail: thedrinksbusiness.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Smoking could be banned in pub gardens and outdoor restaurants

Smoking in pub gardens could be banned under plans being considered by ministers.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: talkingretail.com

Vaping industry responds to BMA report

As part of the research, undertaken by the UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA), Freedom of Information (FOI) requests were sent to 45 local authorities and NHS trusts across England about the use of vapes in their stop smoking service.
For detail: talkingretail.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: spectrumlocalnews.com

FDA finalizes rule in­creasing minimum age re­stric­tions for photo ID to buy tobacco products

In an effort to decrease tobacco sales to young people, the Food and Drug Administration finalized a rule Thursday to increase minimum age restrictions on some products.
For detail: spectrumlocalnews.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: qz.com

Smoke 'within your limits' in Shanghai

In its latest effort to minimize the effects of passive smoking, Shanghai city will implement the Shanghai Requirements for the Establishment and Management of Designated Smoking Sites Outdoors, starting from Sept 1.
For detail: qz.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: punchng.com

Effective model for reducing tobacco smoking

As the world continues to grapple with the devastating health impacts of smoking, countries like Nigeria must consider Sweden’s groundbreaking approach to tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: punchng.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: openpr.com

Smoking Cessation and Nicotine De-Addiction Therapeutics Industry is Expected to Reach Huge Growth by 2031 - Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Novartis International AG, GlaxoSmithKline Plc., Takeda Pharmaceuticals, Cipla Ltd

Smoking Cessation and Nicotine De-Addiction Therapeutics Smoking Cessation and Nicotine De-Addiction Therapeutics Industry Analysis, according DataM Intelligence.
For detail: openpr.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nowtoronto.com

Canada has new measures on nicotine pouches to prevent youth addiction. Here’s what you need to know

The nicotine pouches are typically an oral gum or lozenge containing various flavourings that is often packaged in colourful, mint-like containers.
For detail: nowtoronto.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

Marijuana use linked to elevated nicotine levels in plastic surgery patients

Marijuana use is common among patients considering plastic surgery and is associated with elevated nicotine levels on laboratory tests, reports a paper in the September issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking Ban]

Source: news.sky.com

How would an outdoor smoking ban work

The government says banning smoking in more outdoor spaces and preventing people aged 14 and under from buying cigarettes will help reduce the 80,000 smoking-related deaths in the UK every year.
For detail: news.sky.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.sky.com

Smoking could be banned in pub gardens and outside stadiums - reports

In the King's speech at July's opening of Parliament, Labour said it will resurrect Rishi Sunak's flagship smoking ban, which was shelved before the election.
For detail: news.sky.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: lancs.live

Preston shop caught selling vape to a child in sting operation

Trading Standards visited three shops across the city in one day, and one of them failed the test. The store, which has not been named, sold vape pens to a young volunteer without challenging their age on Tuesday (August 20).
For detail: lancs.live
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: inews.co.uk

What vaping does to children’s bodies

More young people than ever are vaping, but what are the harmful effects of e-cigarettes? i asks the experts Young hipster with purple, very peri colored hair and piercing is smoking vape or electronic cigarettes, exhaling smoke.
For detail: inews.co.uk
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: independent.co.uk

Starmer plans outdoor smoking ban for pub gardens and sports venues

Ministers are considering a ban on outdoor smoking as part of a way to end the use of cigarettes and other tobacco products for future generations, according to reports.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: hurriyetdailynews.com

Experts warn of long-term effects of e-cigarettes

With the young generation increasingly using e-cigarettes, advertised by the tobacco industry as “less harmful than traditional cigarettes,” experts are concerned about the long-term repercussions of these devices, which remain poorly understood and could pose unforeseen risks.
For detail: hurriyetdailynews.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthday.com

Just Cutting Down on Smoking Won't Help Your Heart, Study Finds

THURSDAY, Aug. 29, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Smokers who quit the habit soon after being diagnosed with heart disease saw their odds for heart attack or death drop by almost half over the next five years, a new report found.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: gedlingeye.co.uk

Health bosses call for regional crackdown on illegal sale of vapes to under 18s

Public health officials from across the East Midlands want a regional crackdown on the “concerning” and “inappropriate” illegal sale and marketing of vapes to under 18s.
For detail: gedlingeye.co.uk
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: financialpost.com

Opinion: Here comes another federal subsidy to illegal tobacco

The high cost of cigarettes — 70% of which is taxes — drives illegal sales.
For detail: financialpost.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: filtermag.org

Brazil Scraps Flight Ban on Vapes, in Win for Consumer Advocacy

In late July, a speech therapist and public university professor in Campina Grande, Brazil, was about to catch a domestic flight to Salvador.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fda.gov

FDA Issues Final Rule Increasing the Minimum Age for Certain Restrictions on Tobacco Sales

Tobacco Retailers Will Need to Verify Age for Anyone Under 30; Vending Machine Sales Will Be Restricted to 21+ Facilities Today, the U.S.
For detail: fda.gov
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: edition.cnn.com

Tobacco buyers under 30 should expect to show ID under new FDA rule

The US Food and Drug Administration is instituting a rule that will require any retailer that sells tobacco products to check the identification of any tobacco buyers under the age of 30, up from the previous age limit of 27.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cumberland.gov.uk

17 Cumbrian shops praised after passing underage vape and cigarettes purchasing tests

Shops in Workington, Silloth and Maryport have been praised following a test purchasing operation organised by Cumberland Council.
For detail: cumberland.gov.uk
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cspdailynews.com

19 New Jersey Retailers Fined for Selling Illegal Vapes, Attorney General Says

New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin and the state’s division of consumer affairs on Tuesday said that 19 New Jersey retailers were issued notices of violation and assessed civil penalties of $4,500 each.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: contentmediasolution.com

7 Critical Factors That Prove Vaping Is Not Safer Than Smoking

Dr. Srivatsa Lokeshwaran, Lead Consultant and Head of Department - Interventional Pulmonology and Lung Transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital, BengaluruDr.
For detail: contentmediasolution.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: contemporarypediatrics.com

Final ruling: FDA increases minimum age for tobacco sales restrictions

A final rule issued by the FDA today that raises the minimum age for certain restrictions on tobacco product sales, aimed to help decrease underage tobacco sales, will be implemented on September 30, 2024, according to a press release from the federal agency.
For detail: contemporarypediatrics.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking Outdoor]

Source: bbc.com

Hospitality and health leaders clash on outdoor smoking plan

Getty Images Group of many businessmen people standing outside in England at the Shipwrights Arms pub tavern bar drinking beer from cupsGetty Images Health experts have welcomed proposals for tougher regulations on outdoor smoking, but leading figures in the hospitality sector worry restrictions could hinder some businesses, particularly pubs.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking Law]

Source: bbc.com

Welsh government hopes for stronger smoking law

Political reporter, BBC Wales News The Welsh government says it hopes the new UK government smoking law will be stronger The Welsh government says it is hoping plans for new UK government legislation tackling smoking will be strengthened when it is brought back to Parliament.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking Bans]

Source: bbc.com

A quick guide to smoking bans across the world

Smoking bans were introduced throughout the UK in the 2000s The UK government is looking at introducing stricter rules on smoking outdoors to reduce deaths linked to tobacco use.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Government considering pub garden smoking ban

The government is considering tighter restrictions on smoking outdoors as part of a drive to phase out tobacco.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Aug 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: apnews.com

UK government mulling crackdown on outdoor smoking. Pubs are unhappy

LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed Thursday that his government is looking at introducing tougher anti-smoking measures, which could potentially see a ban on smoking in outdoor spaces, including at pubs and restaurants.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Study: Millions exposed to tobacco content

A new MD Anderson study reveals millions of Americans are exposed to tobacco content on streaming services. Dr. Sanjay Shete joins us to explain the findings and what they mean.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wtkr.com

Health leaders urge parents to warn children of vaping as new school year begins

Some parents across Hampton Roads tell us they're worried about it, and with school back in session, health leaders are aiming to curb the growing number of students who vape.
For detail: wtkr.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: unisa.edu.au

Study at UniSA

anti-smoking pregnant - GettyImages-1176478150_web.jpgSmoking harms almost every part of your body.
For detail: unisa.edu.au
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: toronto.citynews.ca

Canada begins crackdown on sales of nicotine pouches to better protect youths

Nicotine pouches come in various flavours and strengths and are often marketed as a less harmful alternative to smoking or using traditional smokeless tobacco products.
For detail: toronto.citynews.ca
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

U.S. Smoking at All-Time Low

U.S. cigarette smoking has dropped to an all-time low of 11 percent, according to a new Gallup poll.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

British Medical Association Urges Action Against Vaping

The British Medical Association (BMA) is calling on the government to stop the growth of vaping in the U.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

UKVIA Warns Against ‘Spice’ Vapes

The U.K. Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) has cautioned consumers about an increase in illegal “Spice vapes” and called for urgent government action to protect young people.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tnnenglish.com

Smoking Poses Greater Health Risks for Women, Warns Expert

Women who smoke are also at a higher risk of respiratory illnesses, including asthma, tuberculosis, and chest infections.
For detail: tnnenglish.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thesun.co.uk

BUTT STOPS HERE Smoking to be BANNED in pub gardens, outside footy stadiums & in kids’ parks, leaked government plans reveal

Sir Keir Starmer will spark huge controversy, and claims of nannyism, when the plans are unveiled as part of a tougher Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
For detail: thesun.co.uk
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

238 shops in Virudhunagar sealed in 2024 for selling banned tobacco products

Five shops found selling banned tobacco products were sealed after joint inspections were conducted by officials from the Food Safety and Police Departments in Virudhunagar district in Tamil Nadu over the past week.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Vapes should be sold behind the counter like cigarettes, says BMA

Vapes should only be sold from “behind the counter”, like cigarettes, and not be on display in shops, according to the British Medical Association.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: theguardian.com

Vapes redesigned to avoid UK crackdown could lead to more waste, say critics

Vape products redesigned to avoid a legislative crackdown on single-use devices may do little to dent the environmental scourge of e-cigarette waste, experts have warned.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: talkingretail.com

Vape retailer urges government to reject BMA call for restrictions

While Evapo shares concerns about youth vaping and vaping’s environmental impact, a balanced, evidence-based approach is essential to ensure adult smokers can access safer alternatives.
For detail: talkingretail.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: talkingretail.com

The BMA urges government to stop ‘growing epidemic’ of vaping

With vape use among children and young people increasing almost six-fold in the last decade, a BMA report released today (28 August) indicates that one of the most dominant factors influencing this rise is the widespread availability of disposable vapes.
For detail: talkingretail.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sciencemediacentre.org

expert reaction to new report on regulation of vaping

A report published by the British Medical Association offers recommendations for stronger vaping regulation.
For detail: sciencemediacentre.org
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: rte.ie

Vaping products containing illegal cannabinoids seized in Donegal

Vaping products containing suspected illegal cannabinoids have been seized in Co Donegal, following reports that a person had fallen ill.
For detail: rte.ie
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rstreet.org

The Real Smokescreen is Nicotine Disinformation

The head of the American Lung Association (ALA) recently penned a letter to the editor (LTE) in The Washington Post in response to an article about Zyn, an oral nicotine pouch that is growing in popularity.
For detail: rstreet.org
Published Aug 28, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: pulsetoday.co.uk

BMA urges ban on disposable and ‘non-tobacco flavoured’ vapes

The BMA has called for a ban on all disposable and ‘non-tobacco’ flavoured vapes in a bid to stop the ‘epidemic’ of vaping.
For detail: pulsetoday.co.uk
Published Aug 28, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: pattayamail.com

11-year-old boy caught vaping on Pattaya Walking Street

An 11-year-old boy vaping on Pattaya’s Walking Street, leading to concerns over illegal e-cigarette sales to minors.
For detail: pattayamail.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: patch.com

Parlin, Sayreville Stores Illegally Sold Flavored Vape Pens, NJ Says

In 2020, New Jersey became the first U.S. state to ban flavored vape pens, because Gov.
For detail: patch.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Smoke Tobacco]

Source: patch.com

Asbury Park Smoke Shop Illegally Sold Flavored Tobacco, State Says

Vape pens that come in flavors like candy, fruit and chocolate appeal too much to teenagers, and are illegal in New Jersey.
For detail: patch.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nj1015.com

These NJ stores were selling illegal vape products

TRENTON – State investigators have issued over $85,000 in collective fines to stores in five counties, for selling flavored vape products that have been banned in New Jersey for years.
For detail: nj1015.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

A study confirms that smoking significantly increases the risk of stroke

In a recent study published in BMJ Public Health, researchers quantified the effect of smoking on stroke prevalence.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: newscientist.com

Never mind the health benefits, there are green reasons to stop vaping

I am one of millions of vapers in the UK, but growing evidence of the impact these e-cigarettes have on the environment means it may be time to quit, says Graham Lawton disposable vapes, electronic cigarettes, liquid vaporizers, tobacco; Shutterstock ID 2209488519; purchase_order: -; job: -; client: -; other: - As I write this, I am vaping.
For detail: newscientist.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.harvard.edu

Smokers are less likely to develop Parkinson’s. Why?

Researchers test theory explaining medical mystery and identify potential new treatment Paradoxically, previous research has shown that despite its inherent health risks, cigarette smoking is linked with a reduced risk of Parkinson’s disease.
For detail: news.harvard.edu
Published Aug 28, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: news.bloomberglaw.com

Altria’s NJoy Seeks to Evade Imports Ban After Loss to Juul (1)

Altria Group Inc.’s Njoy said it’s seeking the FDA’s clearance to sell an Ace e-cigarette product it said it’s tweaked to avoid three of four Juul Labs Inc.
For detail: news.bloomberglaw.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: msn.com

Doctors call for ban on disposable vapes and flavours to tackle youth e-cig ‘epidemic’

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For detail: msn.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: lordslibrary.parliament.uk

Government plans to address children vaping

This briefing discusses what vaping is and how many children are estimated to use e-cigarettes. It summarises how the advertising of e-cigarettes is currently regulated.
For detail: lordslibrary.parliament.uk
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: lih.lu

What your voice says about your smoking habits » Luxembourg Institute of Health

Building on their flagship Colive Voice research programme, researchers from the LIH Deep Digital Phenotyping Lab at the Department of Precision Health (DoPH) have developed a novel digital vocal biomarker that can be used in clinical and epidemiological research to assess smoking status in a rapid, scalable and accurate manner using audio recordings.
For detail: lih.lu
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kfor.com

Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline offers eight week nicotine replacement therapy

Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline offers limited-time offer to help quit tobacco use. Eight weeks long and offers free nicotine replacement therapy.
For detail: kfor.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: jamaicaobserver.com

UK doctors urge govt to act over ‘vaping epidemic’

LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP)— Leading UK doctors urged the government Wednesday to pass legislation to tackle “a vaping epidemic”, in particular among young people, by banning disposable e-cigarettes and all flavours apart from tobacco.
For detail: jamaicaobserver.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: hsehealthandwellbeingnews.com

Stop smoking medicines and how to use them to help people stop smoking

Each year in Ireland, over 4,500 people die due to smoking. Each week in our hospitals, almost 1,000 admissions are smoking-related.
For detail: hsehealthandwellbeingnews.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: healthcareleadernews.com

Ban the commercial sale of disposable vapes, says BMA

The government must ban the manufacture and sale of all disposable vapes due to their harmful impact on children, young people and the environment, the BMA has said.
For detail: healthcareleadernews.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: goodrx.com

Is Vaping Better for You Than Smoking, and Can It Help You Quit?

Vaping may have fewer toxic chemicals than tobacco cigarettes, but it’s still not good for your health.
For detail: goodrx.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: gbnews.com

Stop pretending!' Bev Turner explodes at guest in row over UK vape ban: 'New generation of addicts!'

Stop pretending!' Bev Turner explodes at guest in row over UK vape ban: 'New generation of addicts!' WATCH NOW: Bev Turner and Dr Marina Murphy row over latest proposed vape ban The British Medical Association have called for a ban on all flavoured vaping devices in the UK GB News host Bev Turner has shut down a guest who claimed that vaping devices are solely "to help people quit smoking" in a row over the UK's latest proposed ban.
For detail: gbnews.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: gbnews.com

Vape names and appearance should be 'more strictly regulated', claims Dr Marina Murphy

Vape names and appearance should be 'more strictly regulated', claims Dr Marina Murphy GB News host Bev Turner has shut down a guest who claimed that vaping devices are solely "to help people quit smoking" in a row over the UK's latest proposed ban.
For detail: gbnews.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: floridapolitics.com

Cigarette smoking hits record low, but FDA still ‘record slow’ on regulating vapes

Popular vaping device mod.Upgrade parts for modern vaporizer e-cig device,spare parts.New device model,micro coil clearomizer.
For detail: floridapolitics.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: filtermag.org

Spanish Advocates Fear Worsening Outlook for Tobacco Harm Reduction

She was commenting on a recent public consultation over Spain’s tobacco products law (28/2005).
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Aug 28, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: elpasoinc.com

UTEP awarded $2.5 million to study nicotine withdrawal

Laura O'Dell, Veronika Espinoza, Priscilla Giner, Dr. Luis M. Carcoba, Tiffany Gonzalez-Gutierrez, Sebastian Ortegon, and Omar Lira.
For detail: elpasoinc.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: drugstorenews.com

Stop & Shop ends sales of cigarettes, tobacco at all locations

Stop & Shop has announced it will stop selling all cigarettes and tobacco products at its 360 stores.
For detail: drugstorenews.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

‘Growing epidemic’: calls for ban on non-tobacco vape flavours

Vapes should be sold behind the counter like cigarettes and all flavours except tobacco should be banned, according to a union, as recent statistics show that 5.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

UK doctors call for ban on ALL flavoured vapes as part of 'vital crackdown' on e-cig 'epidemic'

Britain's biggest doctors' union has today demanded a total ban on all flavoured vapes in a bid to tackle the country's e-cigarette 'epidemic'.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: click2houston.com

What is the law in regards to students caught with vaping products at Texas schools?

HOUSTON – School is back in session in the Houston area. With students back in the classroom, some may be tempted to bring or use vape products or e-cigarettes while on campus.
For detail: click2houston.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: channelnewsasia.com

UK doctors urge government to act over 'vaping epidemic'

A report by the British Medical Association noted that vape use among children and young people has increased almost six-fold in the last decade.
For detail: channelnewsasia.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cbc.ca

Here's how Ottawa's school boards plan to enforce new restrictions on cellphones, vaping

Students gather outside of Francojeunesse Public Elementary School on the first day of the 2024-2025 school year.
For detail: cbc.ca
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbc.ca

New regulations for sale of flavoured nicotine pouches welcomed by N.L. advocates

Three circular cases of nicotine pouches with the word 'Zonnic' written across the front sit in a cardboard stand.
For detail: cbc.ca
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: broadandliberty.com

Matas Smakotinas: A functioning FDA is necessary to combat illegal e-cigarette sales

In a move largely precipitated by its own internal regulatory mismanagement, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced it would be launching a new task force with the U.S.
For detail: broadandliberty.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bostonherald.com

Quitting time: Stop & Shop to end tobacco sales, holds cigarette ‘buy back’

The largest grocery store chain in Massachusetts will stop selling tobacco products in all its stores this week.
For detail: bostonherald.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bmj.com

BMA calls for action to curb “vaping epidemic”

The BMA is urging the UK government to stop a “growing epidemic of vape use in the UK” by tightening regulations of e-cigarette products and restricting access to them.
For detail: bmj.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: bmj.com

Bold action is needed urgently, to curb “vaping epidemic”

We have for some time warned of the potential harm of e-cigarettes particularly in relation to young people,(1-3) so we welcome the BMA report calling for tightening regulations of e-cigarette products and restricting access to them.
For detail: bmj.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Protect kids from vapes, doctors urge government

The government must ban flavoured and disposable vapes, doctors say, to protect children against a growing epidemic of use in the UK.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.co.uk

Doctors ask government to protect children from vapes

Vaping: Why are people worried about young people vaping? It's estimated that around 8% of children aged 11-17 vape - that's around six times more compared to 10 years ago.
For detail: bbc.co.uk
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bat.com

Climate change

As we strive to build A Better Tomorrow™ by reducing the health impact of our business, it’s important that we keep raising the bar in terms of ESG.
For detail: bat.com
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: aussiedlerbote.de

Green-Red advocates for prohibiting the use of electronic cigarettes in dining establishments.

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For detail: aussiedlerbote.de
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ama.com.au

Vaping crackdown will make it harder for criminals to get children hooked

The President of the Australian Medical Association in South Australia (AMA(SA)) Dr John Williams says the Malinauskas Government’s vaping crackdown is a much-needed step towards tackling an emerging public health catastrophe and keeping children safe.
For detail: ama.com.au
Published Aug 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

Vaping crackdown could involve 'sting operations' in which children are sent undercover into shops

The SA government wants to be able to send children into stores it suspects are selling products illegally.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Narrator :15

1 in 10 kids use e-cigarettes which can lead to lifelong nicotine addiction and severe lung damage.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Urges Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Parents urged to discuss dangers of vaping with kids as usage increases

With tens of thousands of students now back in school in the DMV, The American Lung Association and the Ad Council are urging parents to talk to their kids about the dangers of vaping.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

Sarah’s Journey: How I Quit Smoking for Good

Join Sarah as she shares her journey to quit smoking and offers advice for others looking to do the same – don’t stop trying.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk

Raja Brothers: Leeds corner shop fined for 'irresponsible' sale of an electronic cigarette to child aged 15

A corner shop in Leeds has been fined thousands of pounds after selling an e-cigarette to a child.
For detail: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wjla.com

Parents urged to discuss dangers of vaping with DMV kids as usage increases

SILVER SPRING, Md. (7News) — With tens of thousands of students now back in school in the DMV, The American Lung Association and the Ad Council are urging parents to talk to their kids about the dangers of vaping.
For detail: wjla.com
Published Aug 27, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

WHO launches leadership programme for tobacco control programme for Country heads

The World Health Organization’s No Tobacco unit, Department of Health Promotion, in partnership with the WHO Western Pacific and South-East Asia Regional Offices, is conducting a pivotal leadership programme on Tobacco Control for WHO Representatives heading country offices.
For detail: who.int
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tnp.straitstimes.com

Minimart loses tobacco retail licence for illegal sale of vapes

Vapes and related components seized during HSA's raid on Real Mate Mini-Mart on Aug 15, 2024.PHOTOS: HSA Minimart loses tobacco retail licence for illegal sale of vapes Vapes and related components seized during HSA’s raid on Real Mate Mini-Mart on Aug 15, 2024.
For detail: tnp.straitstimes.com
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thehindu.com

14 held for storing and selling e-cigarettes, button-actuated knives in Delhi-NCR area

Crime Branch officials received an input regarding some persons selling e-cigarettes in Delhi, and some other suppliers storing e-cigarettes in bulk quantity in Old Delhi area At least 14 people have been arrested from Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh for the alleged sale, storage, transport and purchase of banned e-cigarettes and button-actuated knives with around 2,700 e-cigarettes and 700 knives recovered from them in the national capital region, Crime Branch officials said on Monday.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tauntongazette.com

Stop & Shop will stop selling tobacco products. Who started this trend

QUINCY — Stop & Shop is the latest retailer to announce that its stores will stop selling cigarettes and other tobacco products later this week.
For detail: tauntongazette.com
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: oregoncapitalchronicle.com

Use of flavored nicotine products poses ‘critical’ clinical challenges, review says

Young people, drawn by flavored tobacco products, often get hooked on vaping and smoking and end up with a habit for life.
For detail: oregoncapitalchronicle.com
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nsw.gov.au

How to report sales of illicit tobacco and nicotine products

There are steps you can take if you believe a supplier is doing the wrong thing Small businesses are increasingly concerned about sales of illicit tobacco and nicotine products in their community.
For detail: nsw.gov.au
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

A review of vaping's health effects, treatment, and policy implications: Nursing's call to action

The emergence and subsequent surge in popularity of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), especially among adolescents and young adults, have reshaped the landscape of tobacco consumption, including use patterns and beliefs as well as therapeutic approaches to the condition.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Aug 27, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: newsofbahrain.com

E-cigarette to trap child into drugs: Accused Gets 5 Years Jail

In a disturbing case in Bahrain, a 15-year-old boy has fallen victim to drug addiction after being coerced into using an e-cigarette laced with narcotics.
For detail: newsofbahrain.com
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Maternal prenatal smoking linked to poor academic outcomes in children

Smoking harms almost every part of your body. But if you smoke when pregnant, the toxic chemicals in tobacco will also harm your unborn baby, with new research showing that it could lead to reduced academic outcomes at school.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.fullerton.edu

New Study Targets Marketing of Vaping Products, Influence on Young Adults

With nicotine and cannabis vaping on the rise among young adults, Cal State Fullerton public health researcher Joshua Yang is studying how exposure to new and emerging products affects use.
For detail: news.fullerton.edu
Published Aug 27, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: macaudailytimes.com.mo

Authorities crackdown on 700 e-cig devices

Efforts to enforce Macau’s strict e-cigarette regulations continue to intensify, with authorities seizing hundreds of devices so far this year.
For detail: macaudailytimes.com.mo
Published Aug 27, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: lovin.co

15-Year-Old Lured Into Dangerous Substance Use Via E-Cigarettes

As reported by News of Bahrain, a troubling case has emerged in the Kingdom where a 15-year-old boy was lured into drug use through an e-cigarette.
For detail: lovin.co
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: kevinmd.com

Are e-cigarettes harming your reproductive health?

In recent years, e-cigarettes have emerged as a popular alternative to traditional cigarettes, often marketed as a safer choice.
For detail: kevinmd.com
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kentuckylantern.com

Vape retailers move to reinstate their legal challenge of 2024 Kentucky law

The Kentucky legislature outlawed the sale of some vaping products, effective Jan. 1, 2025. (Getty Images) Kentucky vape retailers plan to appeal the dismissal of their challenge to a 2024 state ban on selling some vaping roducts.
For detail: kentuckylantern.com
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: itv.com

Doctors call for total ban on disposable e-cigarettes to tackle youth 'vaping epidemic'

Top doctors have called for legislation aimed at tackling youth vaping to include a total ban on disposable e-cigarettes and all flavours apart from tobacco.
For detail: itv.com
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: idahocapitalsun.com

Idaho tobacco settlement secures millions in funds, rather than spending years to litigate payments

Idaho’s deal is similar to dozens of other states’ new settlements, the Office of the Attorney General says Packs of cigarettes line a display case of a tobacco shop in San Francisco, California.
For detail: idahocapitalsun.com
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: hcplive.com

Discussing Use of Vaping Among Students, Conversations About Vaccines

During this segment of a recent Lungcast, Mora and Sadeameli speak about 2 key topics: vaping and e-cigarette use among children as well as vaccinations and related misinformation.
For detail: hcplive.com
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: gov.scot

Vaping

This briefing presents an overview of known impacts of advertising restrictions of vaping products, and of the evidence on the role played by advertising and free distribution on vaping uptake.
For detail: gov.scot
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Health Vaping]

Source: gov.scot

Vaping

This briefing presents an overview of known impacts of advertising restrictions of vaping products, and of the evidence on the role played by advertising and free distribution on vaping uptake.
For detail: gov.scot
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: gov.scot

Vaping

This briefing presents an overview of known impacts of advertising restrictions of vaping products, and of the evidence on the role played by advertising and free distribution on vaping uptake.
For detail: gov.scot
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: citinewsroom.com

No smoke, less harm: Sustaining Ghana’s economy through tobacco harm reduction strategy

Every year, tobacco-related illnesses claim the lives of over 6,700 Ghanaians, accounting for 3% of the country’s total deaths.
For detail: citinewsroom.com
Published Aug 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: apnews.com

Philip Morris International is expanding a Kentucky factory making nicotine pouches

Philip Morris International is set to invest $232 million to expand a Kentucky factory that makes nicotine pouches, part of the company’s broader strategy toward what it calls a “smoke-free future.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Aug 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: usatoday.com

What happens to the body when you quit smoking?

Quitting smoking brings endless benefits that begin minutes after quitting and will compile over the years.
For detail: usatoday.com
Published Aug 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nbcwashington.com

MCPS plans to install vape detectors in high school bathrooms

As Montgomery County Public Schools kicks off a new school year, plans are in place to crack down on students vaping by installing vape detectors in high school bathrooms.
For detail: nbcwashington.com
Published Aug 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: millenniumpost.in

Police busts inter-state gang in illegal e-cigarette & knife trade

NEW DELHI: The Crime Branch of Delhi Police has dismantled an interstate gang involved in the illegal sale and distribution of e-cigarettes and buttoned knives, leading to the arrest of 15 individuals.
For detail: millenniumpost.in
Published Aug 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medschool.duke.edu

Study Links Cannabis and Tobacco to Increased Pain

A study by Duke University School of Medicine reveals a complex cycle between substance use and pain.
For detail: medschool.duke.edu
Published Aug 26, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Researchers find e-cigarette use disrupts the nasal microbiome

A participant partaking in nasal epithelial lining fluid collection. Credit: UNC Center for Environmental Medicine, Asthma and Lung Biology The nose plays more roles than merely allowing us to smell and shaping our facial profiles.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Aug 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: fox5atlanta.com

Cigarette use in U.S. hits 80-year low, survey finds

Cigarette smoking has declined significantly among Americans, reaching an 80-year-old low, a new survey reveals.
For detail: fox5atlanta.com
Published Aug 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: amboss.com

Tobacco product use and smoking cessation

Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable disease and death in the US. Tobacco products are available in multiple forms (e.g.
For detail: amboss.com
Published Aug 25, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: sinardaily.my

Hidden hands behind youth vaping surge

Their influence extends beyond health policies. In Malaysia, they have always been seen as a legitimate stakeholder in tobacco control, granting them participation in policy development.
For detail: sinardaily.my
Published Aug 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: sinardaily.my

Vaping: The new addiction hooking our youth

Expert stressed the importance of proactive measures in the education sector, urging schools and parents to act as guardians to prevent the spread of vape culture among students.
For detail: sinardaily.my
Published Aug 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.com.au

‘Popcorn lung’: Doctor reveals shock truth about vaping

Vaping has shot up in popularity lately and while it’s less harmful than traditional cigarettes, Dr Zac explains that it’s not without risk.
For detail: news.com.au
Published Aug 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: mid-day.com

Is slouching as harmful for health as smoking? Experts answer

It’s official. Thanks to all the tech we use, slouching is now an epidemic.
For detail: mid-day.com
Published Aug 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: limerickleader.ie

Dedicated quitting service needed to tackle ‘youth vaping epidemic’

A service to help young people quit vaping is urgently needed to save thousands of teenagers from lifelong nicotine addiction, a charity has said.
For detail: limerickleader.ie
Published Aug 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gmanetwork.com

BOC seizes P19 million in smuggled vape products in Manila, Laguna

The BOC said the smuggled goods were seized in operations last Friday-August 23, 2024: P6.475 million worth of vape devices, vape pods, and disposable vapes branded Relx and Top Fog in the Quiapo, Manila warehouse, along with P75 million in smuggled motorcycle parts and accessories.
For detail: gmanetwork.com
Published Aug 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Vapes disguised as school supplies worry parents, teachers

School supplies are a common sight this time of year. Families are stocking up on pens, pencils, and more for kids to take to the classroom.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

Study: Smoking and vaping increases risk for lung cancer

If you recently took up vaping to try to quit smoking, a new study says you may want to reconsider: https://tinyurl.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wigantoday.net

Wigan man faces fake tobacco and illegal e-cigarette charges

A Wigan 29-year-old is facing a dozen charges over the sale of allegedly phoney tobacco, and e-cigarettes with too much nicotine in them.
For detail: wigantoday.net
Published Aug 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: santafenewmexican.com

Amid decline in teen vaping, state officials warn a new product is taking its place

The use of e-cigarettes is widespread in high schools across the country, including in Santa Fe. In Santa Fe County, 25.7% of high school responses to the Youth Risk & Resiliency Survey reported e-cigarette use in 2021.
For detail: santafenewmexican.com
Published Aug 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nypost.com

No vaping in the boys’ room: E-cig detectors would be required in NYC schools under bill

The city Department of Education would be required to install vape detectors in middle and high schools across the five boroughs under bipartisan legislation introduced last week by Councilwoman Joann Ariola (R-Queens).
For detail: nypost.com
Published Aug 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: mercedsunstar.com

Best Vape Flavors of 2024 for All Types of Vaping Fans

We might earn a commission if you make a purchase through one of the links. The McClatchy/Merced Sun-Star Commerce Content team, which is independent from our newsroom, oversees this content.
For detail: mercedsunstar.com
Published Aug 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: indiaeducationdiary.in

New University of Michigan Research Links Teen Vaping to Higher Risk of Cigarette Smoking and Drug Use

U.S. teens and young adults who vape are much more likely to start smoking cigarettes or to begin using cannabis or other drugs, a new University of Michigan study found.
For detail: indiaeducationdiary.in
Published Aug 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: educationhq.com

Fired up: SA nation-leading on penalties against illicit vapes and tobacco

South Australia will have the toughest penalties of any state or territory against the sale of illegal vapes and tobacco, under sweeping new proposed laws being introduced by the Malinauskas Government to the state’s parliament today.
For detail: educationhq.com
Published Aug 24, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: astroawani.com

Hidden hands behind youth vaping surge

Malaysia ranks poorly in tobacco interference indexes due to industry influence, including nicotine deregulation. The Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 seeks to regulate tobacco and vapes but needs strict enforcement to be effective.
For detail: astroawani.com
Published Aug 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vietnamnet.vn

Health Minister responds to calls for a ban on e-cigarette sales to students

10% of underage patients hospitalized due to e-cigarette and heated tobacco use are female.
For detail: vietnamnet.vn
Published Aug 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Legislators to Vote on Brazilian Vape Ban

Brazil’s Senate’s Economic Committee was scheduled to vote on bill this week that would legalize e-cigarettes in Brazil, reports Prensa Latina.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: style.yahoo.com

What is vape spiking? How to protect yourself as cases quadruple

Experts are warning about the danger of vape spiking, with devices found laced with substances other than nicotine, such as spice and THC.
For detail: style.yahoo.com
Published Aug 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Leaked tobacco lobbying plan for 'political pressure' shows tobacco giant got its tax cut wish

A leaked 2017 lobbying plan prepared by tobacco company Philip Morris said those opposed to its heated tobacco products should be positioned as "pro-harm".
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Aug 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Sex differences in tobacco use, attempts to quit smoking, and cessation among dual users of cigarettes and e-cigarettes: Longitudinal findings from the US Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health Study

Significance: A growing number of adults use more than one tobacco product, with dual use of cigarettes and e-cigarettes being the most common combination.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Aug 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news4sanantonio.com

Can YOU spot the vape? Vapes disguised as school supplies worry parents, teachers

SAN ANTONIO - School supplies are a common sight this time of year. Families are stocking up on pens, pencils, and more for kids to take to the classroom.
For detail: news4sanantonio.com
Published Aug 23, 2024
[Smoking COPD NCD]

Source: nature.com

Predictors and health outcomes of cigarette and shisha smoking among men in Gaza: a cross-sectional study

Tobacco smoking, a significant public health concern globally, is associated with a rise in noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and preventable deaths, with pronounced impacts in conflict zones like Gaza.
For detail: nature.com
Published Aug 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthday.com

Smoking Before or During Pregnancy Tied to Severe Neonatal Morbidity

FRIDAY, Aug. 23, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Maternal cigarette smoking before or during pregnancy increases the risk for severe neonatal morbidity (SNM), according to a study published online Aug.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Aug 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: foxsanantonio.com

A smoking ban update could be on its way and it will impact vapes as well as e-cigarettes

LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 27: In this photo illustration, a man smokes an E-Cigarette at the V-Revolution E-Cigarett shop in Covent Garden on August 27, 2014 in London, England.
For detail: foxsanantonio.com
Published Aug 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: filtermag.org

The Majority of Brits Who Quit Smoking Now Do So With Vapes

Just over half of British adults who quit smoking in the last five years used vapes to help them do so, according to a new national survey.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Aug 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cato.org

Tobacco Harm Reduction Opponents Should “Consider the Counterfactual”

A paper published in the journal Harm Reduction in June by Arielle Selya, PhD argues against the “gateway” hypothesis that nicotine-vaping prohibitionists like to employ.
For detail: cato.org
Published Aug 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Beyond quitting: Why harm reduction is the future of tobacco control

The battle against tobacco addiction presents a formidable challenge that defies simple solutions. Traditional approaches, heavily reliant on regulation and awareness, have undeniably made strides in curbing tobacco use.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 22, 2024
[Harm Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

India must emulate proven tobacco harm reduction practices

Global success stories like Japan's adoption of heated tobacco products offer a compelling case for India to embrace harm reduction strategy for tobacco control, says Navnit Kumar.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Ministry of Health and WHO release Global Adult Tobacco Survey Indonesia Report 2021

The Global Adult Tobacco Survey (GATS) Indonesia Report 2021 presents detailed information on tobacco use and key tobacco control indicators across the country, using globally standardized protocols and methodologies.
For detail: who.int
Published Aug 22, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: verywellhealth.com

Can Vaping Cause Cancer? What Does It Do to Your Lungs?

While some look to vaping as a potentially less harmful alternative to smoking cigarettes, it is unclear whether it may increase your risk of cancer.
For detail: verywellhealth.com
Published Aug 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Moldova Strengthens Tobacco Laws

Moldova is strengthening its tobacco control law, reports IPN Press Agency. Among other provisions, the new legislation will extend public smoking restrictions to e-cigarettes, further restrict audiovisual promotions and require heated tobacco product to carry graphic health warnings.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sanantonioreport.org

San Antonio weighs adding vapes to its indoor smoking ban

Smoke to Live Vapor Shop employee Taylor Morris stands outside Liber-T Gift Shop as he promotes his merchandise to walking traffic.
For detail: sanantonioreport.org
Published Aug 22, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

E-cigarette use and respiratory illnesses among U.S. adults: An analysis of the population assessment of tobacco and health study

Introduction: Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarette) entered the United States marketplace in 2007.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Aug 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

How North Carolina schools are trying to stop vaping

Teachers and health officials say vaping is a growing problem among students and districts are trying new ways to stop it.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wilx.com

Beware of new vaping tech as the school year begins

LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - As students return to the classroom, districts continue their fight against vapes or e-cigarettes.
For detail: wilx.com
Published Aug 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: waateanews.com

Kids feel targeted for vape sales

The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation says it can’t get any support from government to educate Tamariki and rangatahi about the dangers of vaping.
For detail: waateanews.com
Published Aug 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Japan Tobacco Acquires Vector Group

The JT Group will acquire Vector Group (VGR), the fourth largest tobacco company in the United States.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: themonroetimes.com

Live Vape Free Helps Young Adults Reduce or Quit Vaping

MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced Aug.
For detail: themonroetimes.com
Published Aug 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: pharmacytoday.co.nz

Four-fold increase in vaping education for pre-teens

Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ vaping educators visited four schools in 2023 to educate Year 7 and 8 students.
For detail: pharmacytoday.co.nz
Published Aug 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: newstalkzb.co.nz

The Huddle: Do the police really need to crack down on smoking parents?

Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Kiwiblog's David Farrar joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!.
For detail: newstalkzb.co.nz
Published Aug 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: knowablemagazine.org

The tussle over cigarette warning labels, and the hazy future of vaping

Regulatory hurdles, industry objections and legal fights have gone on for decades over traditional tobacco.
For detail: knowablemagazine.org
Published Aug 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ipn.md

Cabinet approves tobacco control bill

The Cabinet approved the tobacco control bill which will extend prohibition of smoking in public spaces to include e-cigarettes, among other legislative modifications.
For detail: ipn.md
Published Aug 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: globalnation.inquirer.net

Division in public health policy halts smoking rate decline in some countries

Dr. Rohan Andrade de Sequiera, a cardio-metabolic physician with more than 25 years experience in India and the United Kingdom A widening divide among public health policymakers is preventing millions of smokers from switching to less harmful alternatives, according to tobacco harm reduction (THR) advocates.
For detail: globalnation.inquirer.net
Published Aug 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cbsnews.com

Vape-sniffing dogs coming to Metro Detroit school district

ST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) — Lakeview Public Schools is expanding its partnership with Zebra K9s to include vape-sniffing dogs.
For detail: cbsnews.com
Published Aug 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bangkokpost.com

Tobacco health pics ‘mandatory’

A new control measure on cigarette and tobacco sales takes effect on Wednesday, the Department of Disease Control (DDC) has announced, saying that violations carry a maximum fine of 5,000 baht.
For detail: bangkokpost.com
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Will the pharmacy-only vaping model be successful? Interview ABC North Queensland, 20 August 2024

The pharmacy-only regulatory model for nicotine vaping is likely to fail, just like the prescription model Very few pharmacists are on board and most vapers are unwilling to purchase these unappealing and more expensive products.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Vaping and tobacco report to be tabled

The inquiry into vaping and tobacco controls will table its report in Parliament on August 29.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

School Systems Fight to End Teen Vaping

What was once thought of as a healthier alternative to cigarettes for adults, has turned into a dangerous habit for teens.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: weku.org

Kentucky vaping industry leader says demise of business is well underway

A prominent leader in the retail vaping industry in Kentucky says businesses statewide are in decline.
For detail: weku.org
Published Aug 20, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: thelondoneconomic.com

Factory worker shown testing ‘up to 10,000 vapes a day’ in shocking footage

Shocking footage from a documentary has shown a factory worker testing ‘up to 10,000 vapes a day’ in a Chinese vape factory.
For detail: thelondoneconomic.com
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nzherald.co.nz

Chinese factory workers tests up to 10,000 vapes a day

A documentary maker visiting a Chinese vape factory has recorded the remarkable way the devices are tested - and vape users have been left stunned.
For detail: nzherald.co.nz
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nzherald.co.nz

Police change approach after initially not fining motorists smoking and vaping in cars carrying children

The Government has stepped in after it was revealed police have intentionally not been enforcing a law banning smoking and vaping in cars carrying children.
For detail: nzherald.co.nz
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nypost.com

How even just a couple of cigarettes before pregnancy can affect a newborn

Even "light smoking" -- defined as just one or two cigarettes a day -- can be a real drag on pregnancy, causing "major health problems" for the newborn, researchers warn in a new study.
For detail: nypost.com
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Light smoking during pregnancy linked to major newborn health risks

Even light smoking of just 1-2 cigarettes a day either before or at any time during pregnancy is significantly associated with major health problems in the newborn, finds research published online in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news10.com

Sting operation for flavored tobacco vapes

RENSSELAER COUNTY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Flavored tobacco vapes were outlawed in New York back in 2020.
For detail: news10.com
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nature.com

Quality characterization of tobacco flavor and tobacco leaf position identification based on homemade electronic nose

A set of nine unique tobacco extract samples was analyzed using a self-developed electronic nose (E-nose) system, a commercial E-nose, and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC–MS).
For detail: nature.com
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: metro.co.uk

Factory worker filmed testing ‘up to 10,000 vapes a day’

Shocking footage from a documentary has shown a factory worker testing ?up to 10,000 vapes a day? in a Chinese vape factory.
For detail: metro.co.uk
Published Aug 20, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: independent.co.uk

What parents need to know as vapes laced with spice are found in schools

Disposal vapes, with fruity flavours and bright packaging, have drawn in many young customers.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gmanetwork.com

BIR raids vape festival; 5,385 illicit vape products seized

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) on Tuesday said it raided the Philippines Vape Festival last August 18, during which it seized thousands of illicit vape products.
For detail: gmanetwork.com
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dentistryiq.com

College students vape to manage stress, damaging their oral health in the process

College can be a tumultuous time for many. Between exams, a rigorous class schedule, internships, work, and the ongoing process of figuring out one's future career path, it's no surprise many university students suffer from general stress, anxiety, and depression.
For detail: dentistryiq.com
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Adults wanting to quit smoking offered vaping kit

Adults in Bath and north east Somerset wishing to stop smoking will be offered a free vaping kit in exchange for handing in cigarettes.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: darientimes.com

Eight Torrington stores caught selling tobacco products to minors, police say

A file photo of a Torrington police cruiser. Police and state officials performed unannounced compliance checks by sending in minors to 51 stores in Torrington to buy nicotine and tobacco products.
For detail: darientimes.com
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

The eight ways that vaping can harm your body and even your SKIN: The disturbing risks explained

Britons are taking up ­vaping in unprecedented numbers – about one in ten adults now puffs on e-­cigarettes, the highest rate ever, according to figures published last week.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

I was addicted to smoking Spice vapes at school'

Rather than doing school work or spending time with friends, all 14-year-old Ben, whose name we have changed, could think about was trying to get hold of the drug Spice.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Aug 20, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: aseannow.com

E-Cigarettes Disguised as Toys Seized in Massive Police Raid

If you think every one of them is drivel, you surely have seen where he mentioned he's married, and has had experience in these matters before.
For detail: aseannow.com
Published Aug 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: academic.oup.com

Exploring perceptions of anti-vaping message themes: A qualitative study of Australian adolescents and adults

Minimising electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) uptake and encouraging vaping cessation have become important components of public health agendas.
For detail: academic.oup.com
Published Aug 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Man arrested with banned tobacco products

The R.S. Puram police in Coimbatore on Sunday arrested a 62-year-old man on charges of possessing banned tobacco products.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Aug 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thecentersquare.com

Illinois lawmakers ban vape items targeting high school students

(The Center Square) – Illinois lawmakers have passed a law banning vaping companies from targeting teens in advertising by marketing or promoting electronic cigarettes resembling school supplies such as highlighters, markers or erasers.
For detail: thecentersquare.com
Published Aug 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: portsmouth.gov.uk

Trading Standards close two more shops found persistently selling illegal tobacco and vapes

Two Southsea shops have been forced to close after Trading Standards investigations uncovered them persistently selling illegal tobacco and vapes.
For detail: portsmouth.gov.uk
Published Aug 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newser.com

School District Uses Settlement From Juul to Detect Vaping

School districts receiving a slice of a multistate settlement with a manufacturer of e-cigarettes have to put the money toward improving student health.
For detail: newser.com
Published Aug 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: miamiherald.com

Florida bans Chine vapes, good news for smokers who use them to quit cigarettes

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: miamiherald.com
Published Aug 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: legalreader.com

Study finds that adolescents that vape are significant more likely to turn to smoking cigarettes and using other drugs.

Teen vaping has become a significant public health concern. Companies have been accused of drawing teens in by offering enticing flavors such as fruit punch, mango, cotton candy, watermelon, and bubblegum.
For detail: legalreader.com
Published Aug 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: iwf.org

Youth Use of Tobacco and Vape Products Continue to Decline Among Maryland Middle and High School Students

The Maryland Department of Health has released the results of the state’s 2022-2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS).
For detail: iwf.org
Published Aug 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: capradio.org

Sacramento's teen nicotine crisis: Battling vaping addiction

Sacramento BREATHE youth advisory board members participate in a community tobacco waste clean-up near Arden Fair Mall on June 30, 2024.
For detail: capradio.org
Published Aug 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: baldwin-bulletin.com

Live Vape Free Helps Young Adults Reduce or Quit Vaping

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced today the Wisconsin Tobacco Quit Line has expanded its text-based Live Vape Free program to include young adults ages 18-26.
For detail: baldwin-bulletin.com
Published Aug 19, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: 2minutemedicine.com

#VisualAbstract: A Vaping Cessation Text Message Program Reduces Adolescent E-Cigarette Users

©2024 2 Minute Medicine, Inc. All rights reserved.
For detail: 2minutemedicine.com
Published Aug 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: timeslive.co.za

Policymakers must tell smokers the truth — vaping is a safer alternative if they can’t quit

The writer argues that there is a misconception that vaping is equally or more harmful than smoking The writer argues that there is a misconception that vaping is equally or more harmful than smoking.
For detail: timeslive.co.za
Published Aug 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thenationonlineng.net

Exploring Sweden’s experience in tobacco harm reduction advocacy, by Oke

Biomedical scientist and healthcare tech researcher, Gabriel Oke, believes countries like Nigeria must consider Sweden’s ground-breaking approach to tobacco harm reduction as the world grapples with the devastating health impacts of smoking.
For detail: thenationonlineng.net
Published Aug 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Officials crack down on VAPING as teen health concerns rise in Illinois

Through a series of undercover operations, the Joliet Police Department has issued 47 violations to city businesses for illegally selling nicotine products to customers under the age of 21, including three violations to one business, which resulted in the city revoking the store’s business license.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: psychologytoday.com

The Hidden Dangers of Vaping: Causes, Impacts, and Solutions

Vaping has become a widely favoured alternative to traditional smoking, evolving into a multi-billion-dollar industry.
For detail: psychologytoday.com
Published Aug 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

Why Quitting Smoking is Your Best Defense Against All Cancers

In this eye-opening video, Dr. Omer Awan explains why quitting smoking is the most effective step you can take to defend against all types of cancer.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wbay.com

Teens make dangerous changes to vaping devices

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - A research study out of Yale University shows a lot of teens are changing, or “hacking,” their vaping devices.
For detail: wbay.com
Published Aug 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Thailand: Vaping at Home Violates Child Protection Laws

Exposure to secondhand vapor from vaping at home could be considered a violation of Thailand’s child protection laws, according to child health and rights experts who are calling for more awareness of the dangers of vaping around children, reports The Pattaya Mail.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sonomacountygazette.com

Opinion: Why Santa Rosa shouldn’t ban all e-cigarettes

As a convenience store owner in Santa Rosa, a proposed ordinance to ban all e-cigarettes within the city limits has me deeply concerned.
For detail: sonomacountygazette.com
Published Aug 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Vaping linked to higher risk of cigarette smoking and drug use in teens, young adults

U.S. teens and young adults who vape are much more likely to start smoking cigarettes or to begin using cannabis or other drugs, a new University of Michigan study found.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Aug 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: leaderlive.co.uk

Trader sold e-cigarettes with illegal levels of nicotine

A businessman who sold electronic cigarettes in Chester with nicotine levels far higher than they should have been is to be sentenced.
For detail: leaderlive.co.uk
Published Aug 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: insideucr.ucr.edu

Aerosols from u-cigarettes are at least as harmful as those from e-cigarettes

Scientists at UC Riverside and Portland State University examined the chemicals and toxicity of ultrasonic cigarettes (u-cigarettes) that generate aerosols by ultrasonication, contrary to conventional e-cigarettes that generate aerosols by heating a coil.
For detail: insideucr.ucr.edu
Published Aug 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

Nose Knows AT5000: Vaping with Nose? World's 1st Nose Vape

LAS VEGAS, Aug. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- "You guys are really insane!" "Just tell me where I can get them!" "It's really cool!" In July 23-26, 2024, Nose Knows proudly unveiled the AT5000, the world's first nose vape disposable device on Champs Show of Las Vegas.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Aug 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: filtermag.org

Disposable Vape Ban Threatens New Zealand’s “World Leader” Status

Despite being lauded as a world leader in tobacco harm reduction and approaching “smoke-free” status, New Zealand is banning disposable vapes.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Aug 16, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: fbcnews.com.fj

E-cigarette addiction a major worry

The Health Ministry has raised concerns about the growing popularity of e-cigarettes, particularly among the youth in the country.
For detail: fbcnews.com.fj
Published Aug 16, 2024
[Smoking FCTC]

Source: cureus.com

Prevalence of Smoking Among School Students in Iraq

Developing communities like Iraq are critical to building a good community environment.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Aug 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: washingtonpost.com

Decoding the many meanings of Zyn nicotine pouches

How did Zyn become a Big Tobacco lifeline, a social media sensation and a culture war symbol? The answer involves Sweden, Chuck Schumer and the “Hawk Tuah Girl.
For detail: washingtonpost.com
Published Aug 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vir.com.vn

Tax hikes to fight tobacco’s harmful effects

The Ministry of Information and Communications, in collaboration with the NGO HealthBridge Vietnam, organised a workshop in Hanoi on August 13 to provide information on the harmful effects of tobacco and the role of tax policies in preventing tobacco-related harm.
For detail: vir.com.vn
Published Aug 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

Correcting the Public’s Perceptions of Nicotine Would Benefit Public Health Greatly

Yet another study has confirmed what tobacco harm reduction experts have been saying all along: by educating the public on the relative safety of nicotine, hundreds of thousands of lives could be saved.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Aug 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

FDA Proposes Tracking Numbers for Vape Imports

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Department of the Treasury have announced a proposed rule that would require an importer to submit the FDA-issued Submission Tracking Number (STN) of electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) products into the electronic imports system operated by U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theconversation.com

Big alcohol and tobacco are the aces of strategic marketing. The gambling industry has adopted the playbook

Ross Gordon has received funding from the Australian Research Council, the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation, and Suncorp Bank to conduct research on gambling marketing, consumption and harm.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Aug 15, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: taiwannews.com.tw

Fines for e-cigarette use in Taiwan exceed NT$20 million in first half of 2024

TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Fines for e-cigarette usage exceeded NT$20 million (US$619,000) in the first half of this year, according to the health department.
For detail: taiwannews.com.tw
Published Aug 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: research.unc.edu

Decoding anti-vaping campaigns

An interdisciplinary team of Carolina researchers study whether anti-vaping ads made for young people are effective.
For detail: research.unc.edu
Published Aug 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.umich.edu

Vaping is linked to smoking cigarettes, using marijuana and other drugs over time

U.S. teens and young adults who vape are much more likely to start smoking cigarettes or to begin using cannabis or other drugs, a new University of Michigan study found.
For detail: news.umich.edu
Published Aug 15, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: nature.com

The role of puff volume in vaping emissions, inhalation risks, and metabolic perturbations: a pilot study

Secondhand vaping exposure is an emerging public health concern that remains understudied.
For detail: nature.com
Published Aug 15, 2024
[FBR Tobacco]

Source: nation.com.pk

Pakistan's economic revival hinges on tackling Illicit trade

Pakistan is facing an escalating economic crisis, compounded by a surge in illicit trade that undermines both revenue streams and public health.
For detail: nation.com.pk
Published Aug 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: mims.com

Personalized text messages help teens kick vaping habit

An age-tailored, interactive text message intervention appears to increase vaping cessation rates among adolescent e-cigarette users, according to a study.
For detail: mims.com
Published Aug 15, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: healio.com

Novel e-cigarette products include less nicotine analog than labeled

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For detail: healio.com
Published Aug 15, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: deccanherald.com

Nimhans researchers call for action against illegal sale of vapes

Bengaluru: Stringent laws may be in place to discourage the use of tobacco products but that has not stopped e-cigarettes or vape pens from being sold as a popular substitute for cigarettes, notwithstanding the fact that they contain 20 times more nicotine and other harmful chemicals and flavours, a recent paper by Nimhans notes.
For detail: deccanherald.com
Published Aug 15, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cspdailynews.com

FDA Proposes New Requirements for Imports of E-Cigarette Products

The Food and Drug Administration and the U.S.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Aug 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Shop closed after selling illegal tobacco and vapes

Central Bedfordshire Council closed EU Market on North Street, Leighton Buzzard, following complaints from local residents, schools and businesses over the last year.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Aug 15, 2024
[Illicit Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Thousands of illicit cigarettes seized

East Riding of Yorkshire Council A trolley containing thousands of cigarettes of various brands East Riding of Yorkshire Council The tobacco products were seized from businesses in Beverley, Hornsea and Driffield, officials say More than 10,000 illicit cigarettes have been seized from three shops in East Yorkshire.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Aug 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: azbigmedia.com

The rising trend of nicotine pouches among fishers: Enhancing focus and enjoyment outdoors

Fishing has long been cherished as a relaxing and rewarding outdoor activity, offering a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
For detail: azbigmedia.com
Published Aug 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vietnamnews.vn

Tobacco tax increase benefits both people and Government

Trần Thị Nhị Thủy, director of the Legal Department at the Ministry of Information and Communications delivers her speech at a seminar on Tuesday in Hà Nội.
For detail: vietnamnews.vn
Published Aug 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vanguardngr.com

Tobacco impact: Expert advocate Swedish experience

As the world continues to grapple with the devastating health impacts of smoking, a Biomedical Scientist and a healthcare technology researcher, Gabriel Oke has said that countries like Nigeria must consider Sweden’s approach to tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: vanguardngr.com
Published Aug 14, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: truthinitiative.org

How celebrity-branded and tech-forward e-cigarettes may be contributing to youth nicotine use

In the growing e-cigarette marketplace, celebrity brands and tech-forward designs may be contributing to youth uptake of these cheap, flavored, and highly addictive products.
For detail: truthinitiative.org
Published Aug 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tanzania Tobacco Exports Hit $438 Million

Tanzania’s tobacco export value has hit $438.5 million, more than double the previous year, according to data from the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) and Bank of Tanzania (BoT), reports The Guardian.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 14, 2024
[Shipments Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Brazilian Tobacco Suitable for Shipments to China

On Aug. 9, the Interstate Tobacco Industry Union (SindiTabaco) hosted a meeting to formalize the closure of the tobacco pre-inspection procedure for the 2023/2024 crop year, one of the requirements of the bilateral trade protocol between Brazil and China.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thenationalnews.com

Six in 10 children believe vaping 'at least as harmful as smoking'

A growing number of children believe vaping is at least as harmful as smoking, a major study has revealed.
For detail: thenationalnews.com
Published Aug 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: psychologytoday.com

Ending Smoking or Vaping

The Surgeon General’s Report on Smoking Cessation, released in January 2020, proved that smoking cessation is beneficial at any age.
For detail: psychologytoday.com
Published Aug 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Study reveals how salt-based nicotine and menthol flavors influence e-cigarette use in young adults

A recent study published in JAMA Network Open examines how salt-based nicotine formulations and menthol flavorings impact nicotine levels and the subjective experience of using e-cigarettes in young adults.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Aug 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: msn.com

Study reveals how salt-based nicotine and menthol flavors influence e-cigarette use in young adults

A recent study published in JAMA Network Open examines how salt-based nicotine formulations and menthol flavorings impact nicotine levels and the subjective experience of using e-cigarettes in young adults.
For detail: msn.com
Published Aug 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: khaleejtimes.com

UAE authority seizes 7.26 million tobacco products, soft drinks over tax violations

7.26 million non-compliant excise goods were seized and confiscated in the first six months of 2024, by the Federal Tax Authority.
For detail: khaleejtimes.com
Published Aug 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: jhnewsandguide.com

Good socials without the nicotine

Line dancing, led by Liz Jacobsen, is held at the Senior Center of Jackson Hole at 9 a.m. every Monday. It’s so much fun and great exercise.
For detail: jhnewsandguide.com
Published Aug 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

Here is Why Growth Investors Should Buy Philip Morris (PM) Now

Growth investors focus on stocks that are seeing above-average financial growth, as this feature helps these securities garner the market's attention and deliver solid returns.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Aug 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: filtermag.org

Disposable Vapes Eating Into Cigarette Sales, Industry Data Show

The most striking thing about tobacco giant Altria’s second-quarter report is the nature of the rapid transition it reflects from cigarettes to non-combustibles in the United States, according to expert David Sweanor, who reviewed the information released in late July.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Aug 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businesspostbd.com

The Impact of Tobacco Harm Reduction in Bangladesh

Dr Altamash Mahmood, a Bangladeshi public health expert, was one of the authors of the recent "Lives Saved" report, which studied the potential impact of adopting Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) strategies in four low and middle-income countries (LMICs), including Bangladesh.
For detail: businesspostbd.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

India – Tobacco Control – When You Quit

This evidence-based campaign video links smoking cigarettes and bidis with the risk of heart attack, while providing the benefits of quitting on a different timelines.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: wtap.com

Disguised vapes: Advice from a school resource officer

WARREN COUNTY, Ohio (WXIX) - An Ohio sheriff’s office is warning teachers and parents to keep a close eye on students’ school supplies because it may not be what it appears.
For detail: wtap.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: uzdaily.uz

South Korean study: Heated tobacco doesn’t attract new smokers

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — A recent study from South Korea reveals that heated tobacco might help smokers quit cigarettes and reduce health risks.
For detail: uzdaily.uz
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: usnews.com

Smoking, Vaping Tied to Similar Unhealthy Changes in DNA

TUESDAY, Aug. 13, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- New research suggests that switching from smoking to vaping won't prevent some dangerous changes to a person's genome.
For detail: usnews.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: upi.com

Smoking, vaping linked to similar unhealthy changes in DNA

New research suggests that switching from smoking to vaping won't prevent some dangerous changes to a person's genome.
For detail: upi.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: unherd.com

No, smoking isn’t back This is the last gasp of a dying habit

For new Gen Z smokers, being “iconic” is the habit’s only social appeal — and it is entirely offset by other ideological neuroses.
For detail: unherd.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tribune.com.pk

Philip Morris Pakistan leads the charge on sustainability

Andleeb Uroos Ahmed, PMPKL's Head of Communications, shares insights into the company's sustainable initiatives In a rapidly changing landscape where businesses are increasingly held accountable for their environmental and social impact, Philip Morris (Pakistan) Limited (PMPKL), an affiliate of Philip Morris International (PMI), is setting a benchmark for sustainability in the tobacco industry.
For detail: tribune.com.pk
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Data Shows Potential of Vaping for Cessation

New data from Action on Smoking and Health U.K. (ASH U.K.) found more than half of ex-smokers in Great Britain who quit in the past five years—amounting to 2.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Airbox Fined for Illegal ‘Distance Selling’

Airbox of Slovakia has been fined HUF189 million ($527,283) for illegally selling electronic nicotine delivery devices online in Hungary, reports the Daily News Hungary.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindubusinessline.com

Global supply shortage buoys tobacco prices in India’s Andhra Pradesh

Strong export demand due to supply shortage in the global market has lifted the tobacco prices at the ongoing auctions in Andhra Pradesh, the largest producer of the commodity in the country.
For detail: thehindubusinessline.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thehill.com

Cigarette smoking rate at 80-year low: Gallup

The share of Americans who report smoking cigarettes is back at a record low this year, according to new polling from Gallup. The Gallup survey found 11 percent of U.
For detail: thehill.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: patch.com

SAFE Glen Cove Coalition: Smart Vapes can lead to Nicotine Addiction

Vape pens have been altered into increasingly dangerous sophisticated entertainment devices that have been marketed to young people.
For detail: patch.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.gallup.com

Cigarette Smoking Rate in U.S. Ties 80-Year Low

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Cigarette smoking in the U.S. is at a low point, according to eight decades of Gallup trends. Currently, 11% of U.
For detail: news.gallup.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nbcchicago.com

‘We will catch you': Joliet uses sting operations to crack down on underage vape, e-cig use

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, e-cigarettes or vapes are the most commonly used tobacco product among U.S.
For detail: nbcchicago.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

Smoking cessation as a recommended action for incident hypertension

I have read with interest a study by Talukder et al., presenting the prevalence and determinants of hypertension among urban residents in South Asian countries [1].
For detail: nature.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: miragenews.com

CBS, Border Force Seize Illegal Tobacco, Vapes

The Malinauskas Labor Government has worked in partnership with the Federal Government to take thousands of illicit vaping devices and more than 100 kilograms of illicit tobacco products off the streets.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicinenet.com

Smoking, Vaping Tied to Similar Unhealthy Changes in DNA

New research suggests that switching from smoking to vaping won't prevent some dangerous changes to a person's genome.
For detail: medicinenet.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kristv.com

How are schools dealing with vaping in the Coastal Bend?

CORPUS CHRISTI, Tx — According to a study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last year, about 7.
For detail: kristv.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kcrw.com

Zyndemic! How SoCal is handling the nicotine tin shortage

This smoke shop in West LA would sell you Zyns — if they had any.
For detail: kcrw.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: healthday.com

Smoking, Vaping Tied to Similar Unhealthy Changes in DNA

Folks who think they are doing their DNA a favor by switching from smoking to vaping may be wrong Research involving young adults who vape or smoke found similar gene changes linked to a higher odds for lung cancer.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ft.lk

Pioneering tobacco harm reduction

In an exclusive interview, British American Tobacco (BAT) Group Head of Life Sciences Elaine Round delves into the company’s ongoing efforts to innovate and drive tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: ft.lk
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: filtermag.org

In My Vape Shop, I Learned How the VA Lets Veterans Down

I miss owning a vape shop. It was gratifying to help people stop smoking.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cureus.com

Exploring the Determinants of Tobacco Usage Among Adolescents: A Cross-Sectional Study in Western Maharashtra

Cite this article as: Gangurde S, Shivale S, Rathod H, et al. (August 13, 2024) Exploring the Determinants of Tobacco Usage Among Adolescents: A Cross-Sectional Study in Western Maharashtra.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: cureus.com

Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of University Students Regarding the Impact of Smokeless Tobacco, Areca Nut, E-cigarette Use on Oral Health

Cite this article as: Sarkar A, Vinayachandran D, C. G, et al. (August 13, 2024) Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of University Students Regarding the Impact of Smokeless Tobacco, Areca Nut, E-cigarette Use on Oral Health.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businesstech.co.za

New smoking laws for South Africa are back

After lapsing at the end of the previous administration, the Control of Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Bill has been revived by Parliament for further processing.
For detail: businesstech.co.za
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Vape shop ordered to close due to illegal sales


For detail: bbc.com
Published Aug 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Nurse hails hospital quit scheme after vape switch

Paul Brittain Paul Brittain, a man with a beard and brown hair and glasses, wearing a polo neck T-shirtPaul Brittain Paul Brittain said he was feeling healthier since switching from smoking cigarettes to vaping A hospital worker has said he feels "tons better and healthier" after ditching cigarettes in favour of vaping, as figures showed one in 10 adults in the UK were now using e-cigarettes.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

7NEWS survey reveals Aussie parents fears of kids vaping

An exclusive 7NEWS survey has revealed the biggest fears Australian parents are facing when it comes to their teens.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Unlocking Solutions: Menthol Smoking Cessation Strategies (pFocus)

Tobacco smoking, particularly mentholated products, remains a significant U.S. public health concern.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Empowering Youth For A Tobacco Free Nation

Learn about the steps needed for a tobacco-free country. Hear Priyank Badola, Outdoor Educator working in social impact sector, talk about empowering youth through awareness campaigns and positive role models to help them quit smoking or tobacco use and avoid starting in the first place Stay informed and make healthier choices for yourself and your loved ones.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wxyz.com

Vape-sniffing dog helps detect nicotine, THC in St. Clair Shores schools

ST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. (WXYZ — At Lakeview High School, the band is getting ready for the school year — and so is Moose.
For detail: wxyz.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wric.com

Virginia colleges, universities rank poorly overall in tobacco-free policy, VDH finds

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) has released new data on tobacco-free higher education in the state, finding that most Virginia institutions it graded have a “tobacco policy report card” of a C or lower.
For detail: wric.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vietnamlawmagazine.vn

Tobacco tax hike expected to reduce consumption but stirring up concerns about smuggling, budget revenue loss

The Ministry of Finance (MOF) has recently unveiled draft amendments to the Law on Excise Tax with several notable new points, including a proposal to hike tax on tobacco products.
For detail: vietnamlawmagazine.vn
Published Aug 12, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: verywellmind.com

What Nicotine Does to Your Body

Nicotine's immediate effects on the body include decreased appetite, heightened mood, increased heart rate and blood pressure, nausea, diarrhea, and increased alertness.
For detail: verywellmind.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: unn.ua

Children's psyche is very vulnerable to nicotine and alcohol: doctor explains the consequences

Nicotine and alcohol seriously impair children's cognitive abilities and mental health. Dr. Otto Stojka spoke about the negative effects of substance use on children's learning and behavior.
For detail: unn.ua
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

New Vape Restrictions in Costa Rica

Costa Rica has banned vaping in public places such restaurants, offices and educational institutions, reports The Tico Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Tobacconists]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tobacconists Booming

Tobacconists in the Netherlands have seen their turnover jump by 40 percent since the government banned tobacco sales in supermarkets, reports Dutch News, citing NSO Retail, the trade association for entrepreneurs with tobacco shops.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Officials Draw Fire Over Tobacco Donations

The Philippines’ Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has drawn fire for allegedly accepting donations from Philip Morris Fortune Tobacco Corp.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

‘Excessive Tax Hike Could Spur Illicit Trade’

Indonesia’s above-inflation tax hike could fuel illicit trade and depress government revenue collections, according to Apindo, a leading employers association, reports Tempo.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Finnish Teens Ditching Cigarettes

Finnish teens are drinking and smoking less but using more e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches, reports the Helsinki Times, citing findings from a European survey.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tiranapost.al

Researchers in the US: Electronic cigarettes reduce the rate of tobacco consumption!

Tobacco use has declined rapidly according to an analysis conducted by the US National Health Surveys (NHIS).
For detail: tiranapost.al
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thenews.com.pk

Kelly Ripa credits Disney magic for meeting her ‘smoking hot husband’

Kelly Ripa has officially been named a Disney Legend, a prestigious honour given for those who've made a significant impact on the company.
For detail: thenews.com.pk
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindubusinessline.com

Prospects of Indian tobacco growers may be hurt by excess rains in Karnataka

Growers said theexcess rains during June-July has impacted their crop prospects, resulting not only in a crop loss and but also leading to quality deterioration Excess rains this monsoon is seen hurting the prospects of tobacco growers in South Karnataka, amidst an uptrend in global prices due to a production shortfall.
For detail: thehindubusinessline.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Two shops sealed in Peravurani, banned tobacco products seized

The Food Safety Department sealed two shops in Peravurani area after the Peravurani police seized banned tobacco products from the shops recently.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: technologynetworks.com

Vaping Alters DNA in Young Adults, Mirroring Cancer-Linked Changes Found in Smokers

Researchers compared epigenetic changes across the genome in adults who vaped, smoked or did not use nicotine products.
For detail: technologynetworks.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: shropshirestar.com

Proportion of British adults vaping at its highest level, analysis finds

The percentage of smokers using vapes as well as cigarettes also nearly doubled in the past three years.
For detail: shropshirestar.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Smoking Cessation and Utilization of Cessation Assistance in 13 low- and middle-income countries - changes between Two Survey Rounds of Global Adult Tobacco Surveys, 2009-2021

Introduction: Monitoring changes in cessation behaviors and cessation assistance is critical for policymaking.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Aug 12, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: newsweek.com

FDA Warns Unregulated Chemical in New Vapes May Alter Brain Development

New e-cigarettes may contain nicotine-like chemicals with unknown impacts on our health, Yale scientists have warned.
For detail: newsweek.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Vaping among adults at highest level in eight years

The proportion of adults who use e-cigarettes in Britain is at its highest level since 2017, according to new figures.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.ontario.ca

Possession of Unmarked Cigarettes, Untaxed Cigars and Other Tobacco Leads to Over $326,000 in Fines

Description of Offences: Possession of unmarked cigarettes for the purpose of sale. Possession of untaxed cigars and other tobacco for the purpose of resale.
For detail: news.ontario.ca
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: msn.com

Proportion of British adults vaping at its highest level, analysis finds

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 Aug 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: mass.gov

Attorney General Campbell Reaches Historic $600M Settlement With Major Tobacco Manufacturers

BOSTON — The Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has reached a $600 million settlement with major tobacco manufacturers, marking the largest AGO resolution in recent history.
For detail: mass.gov
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: keck.usc.edu

First genome-wide comparison of vapers and smokers finds similar DNA changes linked to disease risk

In the most comprehensive study of its kind, researchers from the Keck School of Medicine of USC compared epigenetic changes across the genome in young adults who vaped, smoked or did not use nicotine products, finding a tumor-suppressor gene among the top affected genes in vapers and smokers.
For detail: keck.usc.edu
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: intelligentliving.co

What Is TFN Vape Juice?

Over the past few years, there has been a major change in the vaping industry as all of the world’s top manufacturers have begun manufacturing Tobacco-Free Nicotine (TFN) vape juice.
For detail: intelligentliving.co
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: independent.co.uk

Vaping among adults at highest level in eight years

The proportion of adults who use e-cigarettes in Britain is at its highest level since 2017, according to new figures.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: health.org.uk

What action does the public think the government should take on tobacco, alcohol and unhealthy food?

Tobacco, alcohol and unhealthy food remain the leading risk factors for ill health. Our public polling, carried out just before the general election was called, suggests that there is broad public support for a bolder approach to public health policymaking.
For detail: health.org.uk
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: hampshirechronicle.co.uk

Proportion of British adults vaping at its highest level, analysis finds

Research has found more than half of current vapers who are ex-smokers had been vaping for more than three years (Nicholas T Ansell/PA) The proportion of adults who use e-cigarettes in Britain is at its highest level, according to new figures.
For detail: hampshirechronicle.co.uk
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

What Is the Dividend Payout for Philip Morris?

Tobacco company Philip Morris International (NYSE: PM) has increased dividends annually since it was spun off from Altria Group in 2008.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Aug 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

Vape Briton! One in ten adults in the country now using vapes as numbers of e-cig buyers surge to 5.6million

Analysis from the charity Action on Smoking and Health (Ash) suggests 11 per cent of the population – equivalent to 5.6 million people – use e-cigarettes.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Aug 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

How a free, anonymous texting program may help teens quit vaping

More than 2 million American middle and high school students now use e-cigarettes, also known as “vaping.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nola.com

New Orleans doctor is developing a program to help smokers quit. Here's how.

Dr. Michael Celestin Jr. is native New Orleanian. Celestin is the director of the Louisiana Tobacco Control Initiative, an assistant professor at the LSU New Orleans School of Public Health and a father and husband.
For detail: nola.com
Published Aug 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

Can a text message program help teens quit vaping?

E-cigarettes are the most commonly used tobacco products among teenagers, with over two million middle and high school students reporting their use.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Aug 11, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: forbes.com

Why Quitting Smoking Could Be The Key To Better Health

Pictogram illustration of a no-smoking sign. Stopping smoking is recommended in preventing .
For detail: forbes.com
Published Aug 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: en.abna24.com

Video: Zionists to Palestinians: "Do you want cigarettes or leaders?"

"Do you want cigarettes or leaders?" Israeli occupation drones dropped leaflets over the tents of displaced Palestinians in the Al-Mawasi area, demanding information about the resistance in Gaza and attempting to blackmail them with cigarettes attached to the leaflets.
For detail: en.abna24.com
Published Aug 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wdbj7.com

Vaping and Oral Health

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Since 2020, emergency department visits in Virginia by patients who said they vape jumped significantly, while visits by those who use traditional tobacco declined, according to stats from the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association.
For detail: wdbj7.com
Published Aug 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Tobacco Board urges Centre to ensure crop insurance for FCV tobacco farmers

Tobacco Board Chairman Yashwanth Kumar and MP Daggubati Purandeswari submit a representation to Union Minister highlighting the challenges faced by the farmers Tobacco Board Chairman Yashwant Kumar Chidipothu (left) and BJP MP Daggubati Purandeswari with Union Minister of Agriculture Shivraj Singh Chouhan in New Delhi on Friday.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Aug 10, 2024
[Smoking Quitting]

Source: reuters.com

Smoking-damaged arteries heal after quitting

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Early signs of heart disease in young adult smokers may quickly dissipate soon after they kick the habit, a new study from Japan shows.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Aug 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: reuters.com

Smoking lowers Parkinson's disease risk

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A new study adds to the previously reported evidence that cigarette smoking protects against Parkinson's disease.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Aug 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: psychologytoday.com

Targeting Teens to Vape

One of the scariest aspects of vaping is that many teenagers and young adults think it’s so much healthier than smoking cigarettes.
For detail: psychologytoday.com
Published Aug 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nypost.com

New ‘smart vapes’ have built-in video games to attract teens, critics warn

A new e-cigarette with built-in video games is being illegally sold in New York and other parts of the United States, critics warn.
For detail: nypost.com
Published Aug 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-herald.com

Painesville Township approves one-year moratorium on new tobacco, vape shops

Painesville Township’s trustees recently voted to place a 12-month moratorium on new smoke, vape, tobacco and head shops as officials consider whether changes are needed to the township’s zoning resolution.
For detail: news-herald.com
Published Aug 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newschannel10.com

Doctors and area school districts seeing vaping at younger ages over the last 3 years

PANHANDLE, Texas (KFDA) - Panhandle ISD says they are seeing vape usage at younger ages and are working diligently to bring those numbers down.
For detail: newschannel10.com
Published Aug 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dailyrecord.co.uk

Underage vape sales in Scotland 'double in a year' as youth vaping epidemic worsens

EXCLUSIVE: But new data gleaned from Scots councils also shows an increasing crackdown on rogue traders illegally supplying kids.
For detail: dailyrecord.co.uk
Published Aug 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: channelnewsasia.com

Commentary: Vaping is worsening our teens’ mental health

Vaping is the act of inhaling vapour from an electronic device, usually an e-cigarette, which contains a liquid solution of nicotine, flavouring agents and other chemicals.
For detail: channelnewsasia.com
Published Aug 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbs2iowa.com

Iowa City Council looks to add changes to tobacco and vape shop rules

IOWA CITY, Iowa — Iowa City Council is working to change some of the rules regarding the amount of tobacco and vape stores in town.
For detail: cbs2iowa.com
Published Aug 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wptv.com

Vape detectors in schools? Palm Beach County School District to roll out pilot program

PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla — The police chief for the Palm Beach County School District announced on Friday a new pilot program at a number of schools aimed at reducing vaping.
For detail: wptv.com
Published Aug 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thenationalnews.com

Puffs of gold: Sharing a $30 cigarette in wartime Gaza

Deprived of their nicotine fix by soaring prices, many have resorted to smoking tea and other leaves Hani Shaheen and three of his friends in war-ravaged Gaza come together to share the cost of a single cigarette, making it a cheaper smoke as the price of tobacco soars.
For detail: thenationalnews.com
Published Aug 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thelondoneconomic.com

Comparing nicotine product trends in Sweden and the UK

Both Sweden and the UK are seeing shifts towards alternative nicotine products. We take a closer look at the trends between the two countries.
For detail: thelondoneconomic.com
Published Aug 09, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

From Charli xcx to a Team GB golfer, is smoking making a comeback?

Campaigners warn of complacency about effects of habit picked up by celebrities and featuring on fashion catwalks “It’s what makes life interesting, finding the balance between cigarettes and tofu,” said Gwyneth Paltrow, slightly surprisingly, back in 2013.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Aug 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

Developers of vapes for migraine, asthma will need to win over sceptics

LONDON, Aug 9 (Reuters) - A handful of North American companies which see potential for vape-like devices to ease migraines and respiratory diseases such as asthma have a long road to convince health authorities and patients that their products can be the future of inhaled medication.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Aug 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rcmp-grc.gc.ca

Male charged after 8.75 million unstamped cigarettes seized from semi trailer

On July 17, 2024, a Saskatchewan Highway Patrol (SHP) weigh station officer conducted an inspection of a semi and trailer on Highway #1 near Swift Current.
For detail: rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Published Aug 09, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: moroccoworldnews.com

8% of Deaths in Morocco Attributed to Smoking, Says Minister of Health

Minister Khalid Ait Taleb said his ministry plans to push for the revision of a 1995 law banning smoking in public.
For detail: moroccoworldnews.com
Published Aug 09, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: mesacounty.us

Dispose of vape for free

You can safely dispose of e-cigarettes, vape pens, and e-liquid at the Mesa County Hazardous Waste Collection Facility for free.
For detail: mesacounty.us
Published Aug 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kxnet.com

Vaping shown to cause damage to your teeth and mouth

BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — There are many things that can cause damage to your teeth, and in recent years the experts at Polished Dental have seen an increase in oral issues from vaping.
For detail: kxnet.com
Published Aug 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: keloland.com

Yankton police conducts vape store compliance check

YANKTON, S.D. (KELO) – Four local vape shops in Yankton were a part of a police compliance check on Thursday.
For detail: keloland.com
Published Aug 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: jpost.com

Smoking is bad, but Hamas is worse: IDF airdrops cigarettes over Khan Yunis, Gaza

With cigarette prices at an all-time high in the Gaza Strip, the IDF has used the opportunity to incentivize disdain and distrust in Hamas among the residents of Gaza.
For detail: jpost.com
Published Aug 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

Turf war' fears after Central Coast tobacco shop blaze

The fire erupted at a Ettalong tobacco store about 1.35am Friday morning.(Contributed) A suspicious fire scorches a tobacco shop on the Central Coast just a day after it was vandalised.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

$80,000 worth of illegal tobacco seized from one Adelaide store

$80,000 worth of counterfeit products have been seized from a store in the north-eastern suburbs and with a taskforce set up, more raids are imminent.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

Study finds vape products use loophole to dodge regulations

ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton shares the discrepancies researchers found between labels and the actual ingredients on e-cigarette products.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wkrn.com

Tennessee teens using vaping devices at a younger age

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN)– New data has revealed Tennessee teens are turning to vaping devices at a younger age than they were five years ago.
For detail: wkrn.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wesh.com

How do teens quit vaping? Some simply send a text for help, new study shows

For teens who want to stop vaping nicotine, an interactive text message program was found to be effective at helping them quit.
For detail: wesh.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ventureburn.com

Empowering Women, Enabling Change: Buhle Binta’s Dual Mission at PMI

Buhle Binta, Head of Scientific Engagement for Southern Africa at Philip Morris International (PMI), is empowering women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) while enabling a smoke-free future through tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: ventureburn.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vaildaily.com

Eagle County School District receives funding from Juul settlement for vaping education

Eagle County School District was one of 21 Colorado districts to receive a portion of the settlement reached between the state of Colorado and e-cigarette manufacturer Juul Labs Inc.
For detail: vaildaily.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: usnews.com

Are Vape Makers Using Dubious Nicotine 'Mimics' to Bypass Regulations?

THURSDAY, Aug. 8, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- That vape pen might contain something even worse than nicotine, new research warns.
For detail: usnews.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: truthinitiative.org

Text message program from Truth Initiative helps teens quit e-cigarettes

Teens enrolled in Truth Initiative’s text message-based quit-vaping program were 35% more likely to quit vaping nicotine within seven months compared to those not enrolled in the program, according to research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
For detail: truthinitiative.org
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Unfinished Business

Simon Clark readily admits that some people, even some people operating within the tobacco/nicotine industry, see the Freedom Organisation for the Right to Enjoy Smoking Tobacco (FOREST), of which he is the director, as something of a dinosaur.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Activist Concerned About Vape Rules

The Malaysian Vapers Alliance (MVA) is voicing concerns about the potential impact of the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852) on the vaping community.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Growers Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Moldovan Tobacco Sector Asks for Help

Image: Igor Syrbu Tutun Moldova has asked the government to help tobacco growers cope with adverse events such as drought, reports IPN Press Agency.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Researchers Highlight Inaccurate Disclosures of Nicotine Analogs

Companies are inaccurately disclosing the ingredients in products containing nicotine analogs, according to researchers at Duke University and Yale University.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: openpr.com

IGET Bar Plus: Elevate Your Vaping Experience with Ultimate Convenience

In the ever-evolving world of vaping, innovation continues to drive the experience for enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
For detail: openpr.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ny1.com

The evolution of vapes and what you need to know as kids head back to school

As children head back to school, officials said this is a good time for parents to talk to their children about vaping.
For detail: ny1.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: newsofbahrain.com

E-cigarette used as a trap: 15-year-old falls victim to illegal substance

A disturbing case has come to light in Bahrain, highlighting the dangers of e-cigarettes being used as a tool to lure unsuspecting victims into drug addiction.
For detail: newsofbahrain.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-daily.com

Are Vape Makers Using Dubious Nicotine 'Mimics' to Bypass Regulations?

THURSDAY, Aug. 8, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- That vape pen might contain something even worse than nicotine, new research warns.
For detail: news-daily.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Smoking FCTC]

Source: nation.com.pk

Integrating harm reduction into smoking control policies

Despite being a signatory to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) since 2005, Pakistan continues to face high smoking rates.
For detail: nation.com.pk
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Text messaging can help teens kick the vaping habit

Teens who subscribed to the anonymous program, called This Is Quitting, were 35% more likely to report not vaping nicotine by the end of a seven-month study, researchers reported Aug 7 in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicaldialogues.in

Daily e-cigarettes use increased overall smoking cessation rates than nondaily use: JAMA

A new study published in the Journal of American Medical Association suggests a persistent correlation among the higher rates of quitting cigarette, daily e-cigarette usage and e-cigarette use from 2019 to 2021.
For detail: medicaldialogues.in
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: malaymail.com

Vape group fears new law could push vapers back to cigarettes

The Malaysian Vapers Alliance (MVA) warned that classifying vaping products similarly to cigarettes, including measures like banning the display of vape products, could undermine public health efforts to reduce smoking rates.
For detail: malaymail.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: lutontoday.co.uk

Selling illicit vapes and supplying vapes to a child costs Dunstable shop owner more £4,000​​​​​​​

A shop owner in Dunstable has been fined for selling illicit vapes and supplying vapes to a child under the age of 18.
For detail: lutontoday.co.uk
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: lancasterguardian.co.uk

Police and trading standards join forces to crack down on underage vape selling in Lancaster and Morecambe

Police and trading standards conducted a number of test purchase operations to buy vapes for under 18s in the Lancaster and Morecambe area.
For detail: lancasterguardian.co.uk
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: katc.com

Vermilion Parish Schools: Tackling vaping and unexcused absences

ABBEVILLE, La — Students are returning to Vermilion Parish schools halls to start the 2024-2025 school year.
For detail: katc.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: indianagazette.com

Text Messaging Can Help Teens Kick the Vaping Habit

THURSDAY, Aug. 8, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- An interactive text-message support program can help teenagers quit vaping, a groundbreaking new clinical trial finds.
For detail: indianagazette.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: in-cyprus.philenews.com

Vaping and smoking combination multiplies risk of cancer by four

A newly published study in the Journal of Oncology Research and Therapy has revealed an alarming link between the use of electronic cigarettes and conventional cigarettes, suggesting a fourfold increased risk of developing lung cancer when using both compared to smoking alone.
For detail: in-cyprus.philenews.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: helsinkitimes.fi

Finnish teens turn away from alcohol but embrace e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches

The latest findings from a European survey reveal a significant shift in substance use among Finnish ninth graders.
For detail: helsinkitimes.fi
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: healthday.com

Text Messaging Can Help Teens Kick the Vaping Habit

THURSDAY, Aug. 8, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- An interactive text-message support program can help teenagers quit vaping, a groundbreaking new clinical trial finds.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: healthday.com

Are Vape Makers Using Dubious Nicotine 'Mimics' to Bypass Regulations?

THURSDAY, Aug. 8, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- That vape pen might contain something even worse than nicotine, new research warns.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healio.com

Text message intervention lowers e-cigarette use in adolescents

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For detail: healio.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: frontiersin.org

Smoking as a mediator in the association between major depressive disorder and schizophrenia on lung cancer risk: a bidirectional/multivariable and mediation Mendelian randomization study

Background & Aims: Major depressive disorder and schizophrenia have been hypothesized to be closely associated with cancer.
For detail: frontiersin.org
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: freemalaysiatoday.com

No drugs in blood of student who collapsed after vaping

Terengganu police chief Khairi Khairudin says the Form Four student is stable and receiving treatment at Kemaman Hospital.
For detail: freemalaysiatoday.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: foxrgv.tv

Text Message Program Helps Teens Quit Vaping: New Study Shows Success

A recent study highlights the success of Truth Initiative’s text message program in helping teens quit vaping.
For detail: foxrgv.tv
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: environmentjournal.online

700 fires linked to irresponsible vape disposal

New research highlights the need to throw away e-cigarettes correctly, with bin lorries and recycling centres tackling blazes caused by negligence.
For detail: environmentjournal.online
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: edition.cnn.com

How do teens quit vaping? Some simply send a text for help, new study shows

A new study finds that a text message-based program can be effective in helping young people quit vaping.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: caledonianrecord.com

Text Messaging Can Help Teens Kick the Vaping Habit

THURSDAY, Aug. 8, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- An interactive text-message support program can help teenagers quit vaping, a groundbreaking new clinical trial finds.
For detail: caledonianrecord.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bernama.com

Student Who Collapsed After Vaping Stable, No Drugs Found

KUALA TERENGGANU, Aug 8 (Bernama) -- No traces of drugs were found in the blood sample taken from the Form Four student who collapsed after a suspected epileptic seizure believed to be caused by vaping on July 22.
For detail: bernama.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Collapsed Vaping]

Source: bernama.com

STUDENT WHO COLLAPSED AFTER VAPING STABLE, NO DRUGS FOUND

KUALA TERENGGANU, Aug 8 (Bernama) -- No traces of drugs were found in the blood sample taken from the Form Four student who collapsed after a suspected epileptic seizure believed to be caused by vaping on July 22.
For detail: bernama.com
Published Aug 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bangkokpost.com

Government steps in over vaping mums

Seized e-cigarettes and related products worth a total of 72 million baht are displayed by the Customs Department before being destroyed on Feb 25, 2023.
For detail: bangkokpost.com
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

How to talk to your students about dangers of vaping

As children and teens head back to school, now may be the time to talk to them about the dangers of vaping, which can have harmful effects on your health.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Talk About Tobacco — Oklahoma Coach’s Advice on Vaping

Coach Guy has been coaching kids and adults for over 30 years and shares relevant information on why you should talk with your kids about nicotine.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: winknews.com

Lee County schools getting new safety feature: vape detectors

The Lee County School District is implementing new safety enhancements, including more security staff and vape detectors.
For detail: winknews.com
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vcstar.com

California ranks first in not quitting nicotine. Here are some tips to stop smoking

The state saw the smallest smoking rate decrease in the country, dropping 2.6% from 2012 to 2022, according to Snusboss.
For detail: vcstar.com
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theweek.in

Banned gutka tobacco products of Rs 6.4 lakh seized in Thane 1 heldPTI Updated: August 07, 2024 12:23 IST

Thane, Aug 7 (PTI) Police have seized banned gutka and tobacco products valued at Rs 6.41 lakh and arrested a 34-year-old man in this connection in Maharashtra's Thane city, an official said on Wednesday.
For detail: theweek.in
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: steamboatpilot.com

Routt businesses fail tobacco sales checks 10 times in one year

In June, state officials reported a second violation within 24 months for selling tobacco products to people under age 21 at the Clark Store in northern Routt County.
For detail: steamboatpilot.com
Published Aug 07, 2024
[PHW Tobacco]

Source: scmp.com

Indonesia’s cigarette rules a drag on business, snuff out culture, pro-tobacco activists say

The tribes of Mentawai, a surfing-haven in western Sumatra, smoke tobacco, or ube, either for personal pleasure, during rituals to communicate with the ancestral spirit, or for simply interacting with outsiders.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: prnewswire.com

JAMA Publishes New Study on Proven Effectiveness of Truth Initiative's Text Message Quit Vaping Program Among Teens

First-of-its-kind randomized clinical trial shows teens 35% more likely to quit vaping nicotine with an interactive, tailored text message program WASHINGTON, Aug.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nst.com.my

Growing concern over students' magic mushroom vape addiction

JOHOR BARU: There are valid concerns on the increasing number of school-going children's addicted to the magic mushroom vape-juices which are easily accessible.
For detail: nst.com.my
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: northside.com

Understanding vaping: a guide for parents and teachers

As a part of the Northside Hospital Cancer Institute, my role involves educating the community about the dangers of vaping.
For detail: northside.com
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nature.com

Associations of alcohol and tobacco use with psychotic, depressive and developmental disorders revealed via multimodal neuroimaging

People affected by psychotic, depressive and developmental disorders are at a higher risk for alcohol and tobacco use.
For detail: nature.com
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nationalpost.com

Why is Mark Holland making it harder for smokers to quit?

Federal Health Minister Mark Holland has sought new powers within the federal budget, which allow for him, or any future health minister to override Health Canada’s approval of natural health products, smoking cessation tools and even medical devices.
For detail: nationalpost.com
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: moneyweb.co.za

The gift that vaping gave to a smoker

Vaperite CEO Barry Buchman initially struggled to gain access to suppliers in China; next thing they were offering discounts to get his orders.
For detail: moneyweb.co.za
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicine.yale.edu

Novel E-Cigarette Products Marketed to Contain Nicotine Analogs Instead of Nicotine Show Discrepancies Between Label Information and Contents

In a study published in JAMA, Yale scientists found that tobacco companies have begun to market products which contain nicotine analogs that mimic highly addictive nicotine.
For detail: medicine.yale.edu
Published Aug 07, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Some e-cigarette chemicals mimic nicotine, possibly bypassing regulation

In what appears to be an effort to bypass public health regulations covering vaping products, some tobacco companies have begun replacing nicotine in e-cigarettes with related chemicals that have similar properties but unknown health effects, Duke Health researchers report.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthshots.com

Smoking during breastfeeding: Safe or not?

Breastfeeding can be a tricky phase for new mothers, who may have a list of do’s and don’ts to follow.
For detail: healthshots.com
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: golf.com

Why Charley Hull’s smoking is hot topic at Olympic Games

Hull’s moment of internet fame came in late May, when this outlet shared footage of her signing autographs at the U.
For detail: golf.com
Published Aug 07, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: eurekalert.org

Some e-cigarette chemicals mimic nicotine, possibly bypassing regulation

Products also use flavors and sweeteners like those preferred by people who are younger or using e-cigarettes for the first time, raising concerns about unknown health risks DURHAM, N.C.
For detail: eurekalert.org
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: edition.cnn.com

Luxury bunkers, honoring single moms, how to stop vaping: Catch up on the day’s stories

Editor’s Note: CNN’s 5 Things newsletter is your one-stop shop for the latest headlines and fascinating stories to start and end your busy day.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Aug 07, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: corporate.dukehealth.org

Some E-Cigarette Chemicals Mimic Nicotine, Possibly Bypassing Regulation

DURHAM, N.C. – In what appears to be an effort to bypass public health regulations covering vaping products, some tobacco companies have begun replacing nicotine in e-cigarettes with related chemicals that have similar properties but unknown health effects, Duke Health researchers report.
For detail: corporate.dukehealth.org
Published Aug 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cityviewnc.com

Cumberland schools tackling the other drug epidemic hitting youth: nicotine

Cumberland County Schools is implementing a national vaping and nicotine prevention program in each of its middle and high schools to try and curb rates of youth vaping.
For detail: cityviewnc.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wnyc.org

How to Quit Vaping

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: wnyc.org
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: vapingpost.com

Vaping Once Again Linked to Increased Chances of Smoking Cessation

As more bans aiming to prevent teen vaping are proposed, science keeps reminding us to not overlook the benefits of vaping products for smoking cessation.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Maldives: Call for Higher Taxes

The Maldives’ Health Protection Agency (HPA) has recommended higher taxes to deter tobacco use, reports The Edition.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Indonesia Tightens Tobacco Rules

Indonesia has tightened controls on tobacco sales and distribution, according to The Jakarta Post. The new rules prohibit sales of cigarettes and electronic cigarettes to people under 21 and pregnant women.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

Charley Hull’s smoke alarm: golfer fears cigarette ban could hit Olympic hopes

How do you define a sport? Critics of golf during this perennial pub debate say anything you can smoke while participating does not meet the criteria.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thefederalist.com

WHO’s New Tobacco Guidelines Prioritize Ideology Over Public Health

By ignoring the benefit of non-combustible nicotine products in helping smokers quit, the WHO is jeopardizing public health.
For detail: thefederalist.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rocketcitynow.com

Police warns of new vape pens that look like school supplies

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: rocketcitynow.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

US slaps sanctions on Paraguay tobacco company over ties to ex-president

Paraguay's President Horacio Cartes addresses both houses of Congress, the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies, during his last address to the nation as the country's president, in Asuncion Paraguay's President Horacio Cartes addresses both houses of Congress, the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies, during his last address to the nation as the country's president, in Asuncion, Paraguay July 1, 2018.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nsw.gov.au

E-cigarettes (vapes)

New national laws to strengthen controls on the importation, manufacture, and supply of all e-cigarette products are now in place.
For detail: nsw.gov.au
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news18.com

Govinda's Son Faces Backlash For Smoking a Cigarette In New Photo: 'Don't Spoil Your Father's Honour'

Govinda’s son Yashvardhan Ahuja is facing criticism on social media.
For detail: news18.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: ksnblocal4.com

Community vaping educational event scheduled for Tuesday

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - CHI Health St. Francis and the Hall County Tobacco Free Coalition will explore the dangers of vaping at a free educational event. The community is welcomed to attend the talk from 4 to 5 p.
For detail: ksnblocal4.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: klfy.com

Opelousas Police warns parents of new vape products

OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) — The Opelousas Police Department is urging parents to be on alert as vape products continue to evolve and now come in the form of writing pens.
For detail: klfy.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kelo.com

Vaping growing in popularity with teens

PIERRE, SD (KELO.com) — They come in 15-thousand flavors and are loaded with toxic, addictive nicotine.
For detail: kelo.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: investmentweek.co.uk

Blue Whale adds Philip Morris to top ten amid push for 'smoke-free world'

The Blue Whale Growth fund has added Philip Morris to its top ten holdings, following a "transformation" of the business.
For detail: investmentweek.co.uk
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: henryford.com

How Smoking Affects Your Immune System

Everyone knows smoking isn’t good for you. Smokers often develop chronic coughs and shortness of breath.
For detail: henryford.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: globalsanctions.co.uk

US designates Paraguayan tobacco company

OFAC has designated Tabacalera del este (“Tabesa”), a Paraguayan tobacco company for “providing financial support” to Horacio Manuel Cartes Jara, Paraguay’s former president.
For detail: globalsanctions.co.uk
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: france24.com

Britain's Hull hopes smoking will be allowed at Olympic golf

Paris (AFP) – Olympic athletes are usually known for their clean living, but British golfer Charley Hull is worried that a possible smoking ban will affect her ability to control her nerves.
For detail: france24.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: exposetobacco.org

Threats, Bribes and Interference Won’t Deter African Tobacco Control Advocate from Saving Lives

Akinbode “Bode” Oluwafemi has found himself in many unsettling situations he feels were linked to his tobacco control work across Nigeria and Africa.
For detail: exposetobacco.org
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: edition.mv

Additional taxation required to reduce use of tobacco: HPA

HPA said that significant amounts are also spent on importing e-cigarettes and tobacco used in hookahs, while, Aasandha incurs substantial costs treating diseases caused by tobacco use.
For detail: edition.mv
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dutchnews.nl

Philip Morris gets round Dutch flavoured tobacco ban

Tobacco giant Philip Morris is getting around the ban on flavoured tobacco and vape products in the Netherlands by introducing a new cigarette replacement made from cellulose, the AD reported on Tuesday.
For detail: dutchnews.nl
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Almost one million children have tried vaping, experts warn

Around 980,000 – or almost one in five – of 11 to 17 year olds have tried vaping, according to new data.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Illegal cigarettes found behind fake walls

Illegal vapes, untaxed cigarettes, nicotine pouches and tobacco have been found in eight shops, Kent Police says.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: atr.org

Tim Walz Tried to Raise Taxes on Low-Income Tobacco and Vape Users

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has no qualms about raising taxes on working households, a trait he shares with his new boss, Kamala Harris.
For detail: atr.org
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ascopost.com

Daily E-Cigarette Use May Be Linked to Higher Combustible Cigarette Cessation

U.S. adults who use e-cigarettes daily and smoke combustible cigarettes may be more likely to quit smoking traditional cigarettes compared with those who smoke but use e-cigarettes less frequently, according to a recent study published by Kasza et al in JAMA Network Open.
For detail: ascopost.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: 9news.com

Lawsuit settlement money distributed to schools, non-profits to combat youth vaping

Back in 2018, Colorado youth were vaping at twice the national average, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE).
For detail: 9news.com
Published Aug 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: 9and10news.com

Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan launches free e-cigarette quit program for tribal young adults

This is Quitting has amassed over 750,000 enrolled to date and is designed for teens and young adults looking to quit e-cigarettes.
For detail: 9and10news.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Smoking Quit]

Source: youtube.com

The Global Action to End Smoking is Helping People Quit Smoking

This promotional video features Cliff Douglas explaining how the Global Action to End Smoking is helping people live longer, healthier lives.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Smoking End]

Source: youtube.com

Cliff Douglas on Reducing Smoking in War-Affected Regions

In this video, Cliff Douglas, CEO of Global Action to End Smoking, shares his experiences from a trip to Warsaw.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

Smoke-Free Success. Sweden and New Zealand's Experiences

Sweden and New Zealand are leading the world in reducing smoking rates through innovation.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: turkiyetoday.com

Türkiye fines tobacco giant nearly 200$M over irregularities

Türkiye fines tobacco giant nearly 200$M over irregularitiesThe Tax Inspection Board used "efficiency analysis" to uncover unreported earnings by examining production inputs and outputs.
For detail: turkiyetoday.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tribuneindia.com

Open House: What should be done to check the illegal sale of tobacco products?

Public awareness is crucial in all domains of social change because it is the most reliable source of information on what is good and bad for society.
For detail: tribuneindia.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Thailand: Call for Targeted Vape Law

Thailand should create a law specifically targeting vaping, Deputy Public Health Minister Thanakrit Jitareerat told the National Health Commission Office on Aug. 1, according to a report in The Taiger.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Cigarette Business Boosts ITC Performance

Higher cigarettes sales boosted ITC’s overall revenue from operations 7.2 percent to INR182.20 billion ($2.17 billion). Net cigarette segment revenue grew 7 percent and segment profit before interest and tax was up 6.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thejakartapost.com

Government imposes stricter tobacco control amid unchecked youth smoking

A newly issued regulation rolls out stricter sales, marketing and packaging controls on cigarettes and e-cigarettes as part of the government's nationwide clampdown on tobacco use, especially among Indonesian youths.
For detail: thejakartapost.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: scoop.co.nz

New Toolkit Empowers Communities To Conduct Tobacco And Nicotine Use Surveys

Dr. Marewa Glover, a renowned expert in tobacco harm reduction, has launched a groundbreaking toolkit designed to empower communities to conduct their own surveys on tobacco and nicotine product use.
For detail: scoop.co.nz
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: onlinelibrary.wiley.com

Towards more practicable e-cigarette regulation in Australia

Australia's prescription model should be replaced by a more practicable, tightly regulated consumer sales model that restricts sales to adults.
For detail: onlinelibrary.wiley.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nus.edu.sg

How to tackle the vaping problem?

Vaping was banned in Singapore in 2018, yet people are still vaping or bringing vape into Singapore.
For detail: nus.edu.sg
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: northcarolinahealthnews.org

In the world of nicotine products, Zyn is in

For two years, Austin Collins consumed roughly 14 mg of nicotine a day — the equivalent of nine to 14 cigarettes — while vaping.
For detail: northcarolinahealthnews.org
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Interventions for tobacco use cessation in people living with HIV

Background: The prevalence of tobacco use among people living with HIV (PLWH) is up to four times higher than in the general population.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Effect of dual tobacco smoking of hookah and cigarettes on semen parameters of infertile men

Introduction: The research regarding the effect of hookah smoking on health is still deficient, even though it has been proven to jeopardize human health by raising the hazard of different types of cancers, infections, and cardiovascular disease.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Aug 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Current perspective on e-cigarette use and respiratory variables: mechanisms and messaging

Introduction: There has been an increasing amount of research on the consequences of e-cigarette use for respiratory variables, which is significant for public health and respiratory medicine.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

The effects of combustible cigarettes and electronic nicotine delivery systems on immune cell-driven inflammation and mucosal healing in ulcerative colitis

Introduction: The effects of combustible cigarettes (CCs) and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) on immune cell-driven colon inflammation and intestinal healing of patients with ulcerative colitis (UC) are still unknown and, therefore, were examined in this study.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medscape.com

Medscape Medical News > Features

Approximately half of US adult smokers tried to quit in 2022, but fewer than 40% used counseling or medication, and half received assistance or advice about quitting from clinicians, based on a review in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.
For detail: medscape.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: khaleejtimes.com

UAE: 2 arrested for selling nearly 800,000 e-cigarettes without licence in Ajman

Ajman Police arrested two individuals on charges of trading and storing 797,000 e-cigarettes without a licence.
For detail: khaleejtimes.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: gulftoday.ae

Ajman Police arrest two persons trading and storing 797,000 e-cigarettes without a licence.

Ajman: Two individuals of Asian nationality were apprehended by the Ajman Police on charges of illicit sales and storage of a considerable quantity of e-cigarettes, amounting to 797,555 units, in contravention of licensing and tax regulations.
For detail: gulftoday.ae
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: gulfnews.com

Two arrested for selling nearly 800,000 e-cigarettes without licence in the UAE

AJMAN: The Ajman Police General Command has arrested two Asian nationals accused of selling and storing 797,555 electronic cigarettes without a licence, besides committing tax evasion.
For detail: gulfnews.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fda.gov

FDA Posts Two Regulatory Science Policy Memos on Premarket Applications for E-Cigarettes

Today, FDA posted the following two regulatory science policy memos related to the agency’s review of premarket tobacco product applications (PMTAs) for new e-cigarette products: June 03, 2024: Genotoxicity Hazard Identification and Carcinogenicity Tiering of Constituents in ENDS Premarket Tobacco Product Applications.
For detail: fda.gov
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: eng.belta.by

Lukashenko convenes meeting to discuss tobacco industry

MINSK, 5 August (BelTA) – Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has convened a meeting to discuss ways to improve the production and sale of tobacco products in the country, BelTA has learned.
For detail: eng.belta.by
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dubaieye1038.com

2 arrested in Ajman with nearly 800,000 unlicensed e-cigarettes

Two people have been arrested in Ajman for running an illegal trading operation involving nearly 800,000 unlicensed electronic cigarettes.
For detail: dubaieye1038.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dayakdaily.com

Nicotine isn’t the sole villain: Experts on dangers of smoking

Dr Vijayndhran during the ‘Discovery Journey Toward a Smoke-Free Future’ talk organised by PMM at a hotel in Kuching on Aug 5, 2024.
For detail: dayakdaily.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: axios.com

Virginia ER visits suggest a shift from cigarettes to vapes

Since 2020, emergency department visits in Virginia by patients who said they vape jumped significantly, while visits by those who use traditional tobacco declined, according to stats from Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association.
For detail: axios.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ajp.com.au

‘Already we are seeing dozens and dozens and dozens of vape shops closing’

The TGA and Queensland Health have seized more than 10,000 nicotine pouches and hundreds of illicit vaping goods, as health minister promotes change to doctors The Therapeutic Goods Administration has outlined the results of its two-day joint enforcement operation with the support of Queensland Health and Queensland Police.
For detail: ajp.com.au
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: academic.oup.com

The effects of combustible cigarettes and electronic nicotine delivery systems on immune cell-driven inflammation and mucosal healing in ulcerative colitis

The effects of combustible cigarettes (CCs) and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) on immune cell-driven colon inflammation and intestinal healing of patients with ulcerative colitis (UC) are still unknown and, therefore, were examined in this study.
For detail: academic.oup.com
Published Aug 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: 29news.com

Vape-related hospitalizations rising

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Hospitals are seeing more and more patients with ailments triggered or worsened by vaping or e-cigarettes.
For detail: 29news.com
Published Aug 04, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

While Ireland Tackles Smoking, the UK is Undoing Any Previous Smoke Free Success

The UK, a nation previously known for its progressive tobacco control strategies and resulting success, seems set on ignoring its own data and blindly move towards failure.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Aug 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Turkish Tax Cops Fine Tobacco Company $181 Million

The Turkish tax inspection authority has issued a record fine of 6 billion Turkish Liras ($181.2 million) to a tobacco manufacturer for unreported revenue.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thestar.com.my

Step up efforts to curb vaping scourge among students, says Lam Thye

PETALING JAYA: The authorities, especially school administrators, should clamp down on vaping among students, says Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye.
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published Aug 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theborneopost.com

Lee: Govt must address uncontrolled vaping among school students

Lee emphasises the need for nationwide school initiatives to combat vaping through awareness campaigns and concrete actions.
For detail: theborneopost.com
Published Aug 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: princewilliamtimes.com

Virginia ER data points to rise in vaping among tobacco users

Emergency room visits in Virginia by people who reported vaping more than doubled between 2020 and 2023, according to a data analysis released this week by the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association.
For detail: princewilliamtimes.com
Published Aug 04, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: msn.com

Vaping and e-cigarettes: The lung cancer risk you need to know

The allure of vaping and e-cigarettes as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes has led to a surge in popularity, particularly among young people.
For detail: msn.com
Published Aug 04, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: link.springer.com

Investigating the Relationships Between Smoking, Anxiety, and Psychological Distress via SPSS Analysis

Tobacco usage is the most prevalent form of smoking and constitutes one of the primary factors contributing to sickness and premature mortality across the globe.
For detail: link.springer.com
Published Aug 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: hurriyetdailynews.com

Turkish tax authority fine tobacco firm $181 mln

The Turkish tax inspection authority has imposed a record fine of 6 billion Turkish Liras ($181.2 million) on a tobacco manufacturer over unreported revenue as part of a major audit into large taxpayers by the Treasury and Finance Ministry.
For detail: hurriyetdailynews.com
Published Aug 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

United Vapes of America: Map reveals the states where kids are most addicted to e-cigarettes

Vaping among kids is on a concerning rise across the US, but teens in rural areas of the country are the most likely to pick up the habit.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Aug 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: channelnewsasia.com

CNA Explains: Is vaping ‘getting out of hand’ in Singapore, and what can be done?

One expert suggests annually testing all students of a particular cohort, as a way to discourage vaping. SINGAPORE: Vaping is illegal in Singapore.
For detail: channelnewsasia.com
Published Aug 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cbs12.com

Incredible thinking': Deputy praised for actions during deadly shooting of suspect

The Indian River County Sheriff's Office released bodycam video of the deputy-involved shooting at a RaceTrac in Vero Beach.
For detail: cbs12.com
Published Aug 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bernama.com

Gov't Must Address Uncontrolled Vaping Among School Students - Lee Lam Thye

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- Alliance for a Safe Community chairman Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye has called on the government to address the issue of uncontrolled vaping among school students with urgency.
For detail: bernama.com
Published Aug 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wavy.com

Surge in Virginia ER visits for vaping-related issues as traditional tobacco visits decline

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — New data from the Virginia Hospital and Health Care Association reveals a significant increase in emergency room visits associated with vaping over the past four years, while visits related to traditional tobacco products have notably decreased.
For detail: wavy.com
Published Aug 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thestar.com.my

Terengganu police waiting for medical report on student who collapsed after vaping

MARANG: Terengganu police are waiting for the full medical report on a secondary school student in Kemaman who lost consciousness after using an electronic cigarette or vape last month.
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published Aug 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nature.com

Recent and projected changes in global climate may increase nicotine absorption and the risk of green tobacco sickness

Dermal transfer of nicotine during tobacco harvest can cause green tobacco sickness (GTS), characterized by nausea, vomiting, headache and dizziness.
For detail: nature.com
Published Aug 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

Nicotine reduces discrimination between threat and safety in the hippocampus, nucleus accumbens and amygdala

Nicotine intake is linked to the maintenance and development of anxiety disorders and impairs adaptive discrimination of threat and safety in rodents and humans.
For detail: nature.com
Published Aug 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: m.abcnews4.com

Over 500 Charleston families receive free backpacks and anti-vaping resources

More than 500 free backpacks filled with school supplies and vape-free resources were given to local students and families at The American Lung Association's Backpacks for Bright Futures event at the James Simons Montessori School.
For detail: m.abcnews4.com
Published Aug 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: gulfnews.com

Video: Saudi Arabia busts illegal cigarette factory

Fake labels from a well-known manufacturer were used to deceive customers. Image Credit: Screengrab Cairo: Saudi authorities have shut down a large warehouse in Riyadh used illegally for manufacturing cigarettes from unknown substances, according to a Saudi television report.
For detail: gulfnews.com
Published Aug 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: globalvoices.org

Vaping loopholes are endangering children and the environment in Nigeria and Burkina Faso

This story was written by Elfredah Kevin-Alerechi, Elza Sandrine Sawadogo and Kevin Woke, and was originally published by The Colonist Report Africa.
For detail: globalvoices.org
Published Aug 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: en.irna.ir

Tehran’s police seize large haul of smuggled cigarettes

Tehran, IRNA – One million illegal cigarettes have been seized in the Iranian capital Tehran, according to the head of Tehran Economic Security Police.
For detail: en.irna.ir
Published Aug 03, 2024
[WNTD COPD TCC PTC Tobacco]

Source: cureus.com

Evaluating the Impact of Tobacco Cessation Counseling on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life and Identifying Barriers to Quitting Among Tobacco Smokers

Cite this article as: Sharma S, Kapoor S, Shivakumar S, et al. (August 03, 2024) Evaluating the Impact of Tobacco Cessation Counseling on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life and Identifying Barriers to Quitting Among Tobacco Smokers.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Aug 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cureus.com

A Systematic Literature Review on the Composition, Health Impacts, and Regulatory Dynamics of Vaping

Cite this article as: Ghuman A, Choudhary P, Kasana J, et al. (August 03, 2024) A Systematic Literature Review on the Composition, Health Impacts, and Regulatory Dynamics of Vaping.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Aug 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abcnews4.com

Over 500 Charleston families receive free backpacks and anti-vaping resources

More than 500 free backpacks filled with school supplies and vape-free resources were given to local students and families at The American Lung Association's Backpacks for Bright Futures event at the James Simons Montessori School.
For detail: abcnews4.com
Published Aug 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: upi.com

Smoking, vaping called a deadly combination for lung cancer risk

A new study confirms that people who vape and smoke tobacco face higher risks for lung cancer than if they'd done either alone.
For detail: upi.com
Published Aug 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Revenue and Profit up at Japan Tobacco

The JT Group reported revenue of ¥1.6 trillion ($10.63 billion) for the second quarter of 2024, up 12.7 percent over the comparable 2023 period.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Health Ministry asks BCCI, SAI to prevent surrogate tobacco, alcohol ads by sportspersons

The Ministry said sportspersons, especially cricketers, are role models for society and it is disheartening to see surrogate ads of tobacco and/or alcohol-related products by cricketers in events like IPL Image for representational purposes only.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Aug 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tga.gov.au

TGA and Queensland authorities seize alleged illicit vaping goods and nicotine pouches in joint enforcement operation

A two-day joint enforcement operation between the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and Queensland Health has led to the seizure of more than 10,000 nicotine pouches and hundreds of illicit vaping goods.
For detail: tga.gov.au
Published Aug 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tahlequahdailypress.com

Vaping among teens increases, support to quit available

Teenage vaping has increased over the years and young people often do not realize the dangers.
For detail: tahlequahdailypress.com
Published Aug 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: style.yahoo.com

Vaping increases risk of heart failure by almost 20%, study finds

In recent years, vaping has been offered as an alternative to smoking cigarettes – but now new research has found that people who vape are neatly 20% more at risk of heart failure than non-vapers.
For detail: style.yahoo.com
Published Aug 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sports.ndtv.com

Government Asks BCCI To Take Steps To Prevent Surrogate Tobacco Ads By Sportspersons

The Union Health Ministry has urged the BCCI and the Sports Authority of India to take measures to prevent surrogate advertisements of tobacco and alcohol by sportspersons.
For detail: sports.ndtv.com
Published Aug 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

Study links e-cigarette use to increased respiratory symptoms

A recent study published in BMC Public Health investigated the association between electronic cigarette (EC) use and respiratory health in adults.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Aug 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicinenet.com

Smoking and Vaping Together Raise Lung Cancer Risks Even Higher

News Picture: Smoking & Vaping Together Raise Lung Cancer Risks Even Higher By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter Experts have long suspected it, but a new study confirms that folks who vape and smoke tobacco face higher risks for lung cancer than if they'd done either alone.
For detail: medicinenet.com
Published Aug 02, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: malaymail.com

Vape nation? Singapore sees surge in illegal e-cigarette cases, more than 5,000 offenders caught in first half of 2024

In the first half of 2024, Singapore reported 5,480 cases of illegal e-vaporiser use, more than two-thirds of offenders caught in 2023.
For detail: malaymail.com
Published Aug 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: leader-call.com

Smoking & Vaping Together Raise Lung Cancer Risks Even Higher

Smoking has long been linked to lung cancer, and new research shows that adding vaping to the mix raises risks for the disease even higher People who both smoked and vaped had four times the risk for lung cancer compared to people who only smoked.
For detail: leader-call.com
Published Aug 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: jamanetwork.com

WHO Launches First Global Guidelines for Quitting Tobacco

The World Health Organization (WHO) recently introduced its first set of recommendations aimed at helping adults quit tobacco—a “milestone in our global battle against these dangerous products,” WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, PhD, MSc, said in a statement.
For detail: jamanetwork.com
Published Aug 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: filtermag.org

New Zealand Boosts Heated Tobacco Products for Harm Reduction

New Zealand has halved its excise tax on heated tobacco products—a move which many experts say boosts the country’s emergence as a world leader in tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Aug 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: batonrougeclinic.com

Vaping and teens

This content is courtesy of Mayo Clinic, the No. 1 hospital in the world according to Newsweek.
For detail: batonrougeclinic.com
Published Aug 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: australianpharmacist.com.au

What does a Schedule 3 vaping consultation involve?

When it was announced in late June that nicotine vaping products will be downscheduled to Pharmacist Only Medicines (Schedule 3) from 1 October 2024, pharmacists were left reeling at the new role suddenly thrust upon them as prescribers of unregistered products that are both unproven and potentially unsafe.
For detail: australianpharmacist.com.au
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Vaping Nearly Killed Me: 'They Are Marketing This Stuff Like Toys'

New research has found that almost 1 million young people have tried vaping this year, with that figure indicating there has been no decline in the use of e-cigarettes among young people.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

How much do you know about vaping?

How much do you know about vaping and how it affects your health? We quizzed some of you to find out.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wtop.com

Increasing number of people visiting Va. emergency departments say they vape, new analysis says

The number of people visiting Virginia emergency departments who say they vape as part of the intake process has more than doubled in the last four years, according to a new data analysis from the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association.
For detail: wtop.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Out of Proportion

A fine cigar is a basic product that is probably as “natural” as any consumer product can be. | Photo: Laurenx The inclusion of fine cigars in the UK generational ban proposal makes no sense.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Something to Smile About

Polosa and his team anticipate observing better gingival/gum conditions, improved tooth color and reduced dental plaque accumulation in smokers who stop smoking after switching to alternative tar-free nicotine products.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Nicotine]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

The Case for Nicotine

Many policymakers see nicotine as part of the problem; THR proponents see it as part of the solution.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Illicit Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Jordan Joins Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade

Jordan has joined the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade of Tobacco Products, reports The Jordan Times. Health Minister Firas Hawari described the step as an important milestone for the success of the National Action Plan 2024-2026, which is part of the broader National Tobacco Control Strategy 2024-2030.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

PMI Urges Collaboration Against Illicit Trade

International collaboration, stringent regulation and enforcement are the cornerstones in the fight against illicit trade, according to Rodney van Dooren, head of illicit trade prevention at Philip Morris International.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thelocal.dk

One in three' Danish stores sold alcohol or tobacco to under-age customers

Danish supermarkets are obliged to ask for ID when a customer appears to be underage.
For detail: thelocal.dk
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thelocal.dk

One in three' Danish stores sold alcohol or tobacco to under-age customers

Danish supermarkets are obliged to ask for ID when a customer appears to be underage.
For detail: thelocal.dk
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sportstar.thehindu.com

Health Ministry suggests BCCI, SAI to prevent surrogate advertisements on tobacco and alcohol-related products

The letter comes amidst the growing public health concerns linked to tobacco use, and the Global Adult Tobacco Survey attributing nearly 13.
For detail: sportstar.thehindu.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: roswellpark.org

Daily Use of E-Cigarettes Linked to Higher Cigarette Quit Rates, Roswell Park Research Shows

New PATH Study findings underscore importance of sufficient nicotine replacement for smoking cessation BUFFALO, N.Y.
For detail: roswellpark.org
Published Aug 01, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: riverheadlocal.com

Two Riverhead smoke shops cited for having banned flavored vape products for sale: cops

Two Route 58 smoke shops were cited yesterday by the Suffolk County health department for having numerous flavored vape products for sale on their premises, according to Riverhead Town Police.
For detail: riverheadlocal.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: reuters.com

Illicit nicotine pouches on the rise in US, Altria CEO says

A woman poses with a cigarette in front of Altria logo in this illustration taken July 26, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights, opens new tab July 31 (Reuters) - Marlboro maker Altria (MO.N) said on Wednesday it had sent data to the U.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: rbwm.gov.uk

Royal Borough delivers successful prosecution over illegal vapes

This followed the seizure of 170 vapes from Baweja & Brother Limited t/a Top Shop & Off Licence, St Leonards Road, Windsor on 31 July 2023, worth approximately £1500 in retail value.
For detail: rbwm.gov.uk
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: peopledaily.digital

Bottle feeds linked to smoking later in life, experts say

Nutrition experts have warned that infant bottle-feeds are likely to result in them becoming smokers at adult stage.
For detail: peopledaily.digital
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news18.com

BLACKPINK's Jennie Shares First Social Media Update After Her Alleged Smoking Controversy

After facing scrutiny and backlash, BLACKPINK’s Jennie has resumed posting on Instagram.
For detail: news18.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nachrichten.idw-online.de

EVape helps improve consumer safety in the e-cigarette segment

Researchers at Fraunhofer ITEM can use the patented EVape prototype to vaporize e-liquids under controlled conditions.
For detail: nachrichten.idw-online.de
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

EVape helps improve consumer safety in the e-cigarette segment

Researchers at Fraunhofer ITEM can use the patented EVape prototype to vaporize e-liquids under controlled conditions in order to analyze the emissions generated during the process and then conduct a detailed toxicological assessment.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: irishtimes.com

Progress on introducing e-cigarette tax ‘likely’ in budget, Chambers says

Recent Tax Strategy Group (TSG) papers published by the Department of Finance outline challenges surrounding such a tax The strategy group says any tax must strike a balance to ensure that vapes are not priced 'at a level that pushes people into the consumption of traditional tobacco products'.
For detail: irishtimes.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: india.com

Kriti Sanon Caught Vaping After Her Smoking Video Goes Viral From Greece; Actress’ Fans Say ‘It’s Her Life’

Kriti Sanon Caught Vaping After Her Smoking Video Goes Viral From Greece; Actress’ Fans Say ‘It’s Her Life’ Kriti Sanon seemed to be having the time of her life in Greece with her rumoured beau Kabir Bahia.
For detail: india.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: independent.co.uk

How to talk to your kids about the dangers of vaping, as report finds almost one million have tried it this year

Close to one million youngsters in Britain admitted to trying e-cigarettes in 2024, according to new research.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthcareradius.in

Second-hand smoke: A hidden lung cancer risk

According to the Global Adult Tobacco Survey (GATS) conducted in 2016–17, the prevalence of smoking tobacco use in India stands at 10.
For detail: healthcareradius.in
Published Aug 01, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: gmanetwork.com

Health orgs seek transfer of vape product regulation to FDA

Health organizations urged lawmakers to transfer the mandate of regulating vape products from the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
For detail: gmanetwork.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: financialexpress.com

World Lung Cancer Day 2024: What are the hidden dangers of second-hand smoking?

World Lung Cancer Day 2024: Exposure to second-hand smoke can impair lung growth, increase the risk of respiratory infections, and contribute to the development of asthma.
For detail: financialexpress.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: financialexpress.com

World Lung Cancer Day 2024: ‘Over half of lung cancer patients in India are non-smokers’

World Lung Cancer Day 2024: The early detection and effective treatment of lung cancer is a critical public health challenge.
For detail: financialexpress.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: fda.gov

FDA Warns Online Retailers Selling Unauthorized Youth Appealing E-Cigarettes

On July 31, FDA issued warning letters to five online retailers for selling unauthorized disposable e-cigarette products marketed under the brand names Geek Bar, Lost Mary, and Bang.
For detail: fda.gov
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dentistryiq.com

Vaping is out, Zyn is in

In the early to mid-20th century, cigarette usage was not only socially acceptable but revered as a health product by medical practitioners; it wasn't until the 1950s when we realized smoking causes lung cancer.
For detail: dentistryiq.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: deccanherald.com

The need to destigmatise lung cancer

Imagine a loved one diagnosed with lung cancer. You see the fear in their eyes, the worry etched on their face.
For detail: deccanherald.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cspdailynews.com

FDA Warns 5 Retailers for Selling Unauthorized Disposable E-Cigarette Products

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued warning letters to five online retailers for selling unauthorized disposable e-cigarette products, marketed under the brand names Geek Bar, Lost Mary and Bang.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbc.ca

MLAs lobbied by industry, health groups as P.E.I. considers 'groundbreaking' tobacco ban

P.E.I. MLAs are being lobbied by both sides over a proposed generational ban on tobacco sales in the province, which would be the first of its kind in Canada.
For detail: cbc.ca
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bwhealthcareworld.com

Rising Lung Cancers Among Non-smokers In India : Causes, Symptoms, & Prevention

As World Lung Cancer Day 2024 approaches, it's important to address some rising concerns and misconceptions about lung cancer, particularly in India.
For detail: bwhealthcareworld.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Schoolchildren to be taught dangers of vaping

A survey of schoolchildren found a growing number of 11 to 18 year olds have used vaping products Twelve and 13 year olds in Plymouth are to be taught about the dangers of vaping as part of a campaign to stop children using them.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Aug 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ascopost.com

New Report Shows Vaping and Smoking Together Increases Lung Cancer Risk Fourfold Compared to Smoking Alone

People who use e-cigarettes in conjunction with cigarette smoking are four times more likely to develop lung cancer than people who just smoke cigarettes, according to new study published by Harris et al the Journal of Oncology Research and Therapy.
For detail: ascopost.com

News Excerpts of July-2024

Published Jul 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

Tobacco Giant British American…

Tobacco Giant British American Tobacco Lobbying for “Kiddie” Cigarette Packs, Pakistan Government Must Reject Alarming Proposal Statement of Dr.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published Jul 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nbcsandiego.com

Carlsbad considers banning people from smoking in multi-unit homes

The proposed ordinance would make Carlsbad the first city in San Diego County to ban all-types of smoking and vaping of tobacco and cannabis products, inside and outside multi-unit residences A city in North County is moving closer to new restrictions on smoking.
For detail: nbcsandiego.com
Published Jul 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Study finds that despite wanting to quit, only 8.8 percent quit smoking in 2022

Although about two-thirds of U.S. adults who smoked wanted to quit, only 8.8 percent of smokers quit in 2022, according to research published in the July 25 issue of the U.S.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jul 31, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: hcplive.com

FDA Grants Cytisinicline Breakthrough Therapy Designation for Vaping Dependence

This designation was based on the ORCA-V1 trial’s phase 2 findings indicating that cytisinicline more than doubled patients’ odds of e-cigarette cessation versus placebo.
For detail: hcplive.com
Published Jul 31, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: focustaiwan.tw

Couple arrested for operating illegal e-cigarette factory in Taichung

Taichung, July 31 (CNA) A Taiwanese couple have been arrested on suspicion of importing nicotine raw materials unlawfully and blending flavorings to produce e-cigarette cartridges in Taichung, central Taiwan.
For detail: focustaiwan.tw
Published Jul 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

Is Philip Morris International (PM) Stronger Than What the Market Thinks?

Andvari Associates, an investment management firm, released its second quarter 2024 investor letter, a copy of which can be downloaded here.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Jul 31, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: csnews.com

80 Retailers Warned Over Sale of Unauthorized E-Cigarette Products

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S.
For detail: csnews.com
Published Jul 31, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: aa.com.tr

Indonesia outlaws sale of cigarettes to under 21, online advertisements

New regulations signed by President Joko Widodo also require tobacco packaging to contain at least 20 cigarettes and limit sliced tobacco packaging to maximum of 50 grams Indonesia on Wednesday banned the sale of cigarettes to people under the age of 21, as well as cigarette advertisements on websites, apps, and social media platforms, local media said.
For detail: aa.com.tr
Published Jul 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

How to tackle the vaping problem?

Vaping is banned in Singapore, but the sight of people vaping is still common. Why is vaping so hard to tackle? What are the health risks? What can be done to discourage vaping? We asked experts for their take on the issue.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: who.int

WHO publishes new tobacco and asthma knowledge summary

The World Health Organization (WHO) has published a new knowledge summary focused on the critical relationship between tobacco use and asthma.
For detail: who.int
Published Jul 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Millions set aside for heated tobacco product tax cuts a 'contingency'

The associate health minister says the $216 million set aside by the government to cover the cost of cutting excise tax to heated tobacco products is simply a contingency, and has indicated it is unlikely to end up costing that much.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Jul 29, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Poland Mulls Minimum Vape Sales Age

Polish Health Minister Izabela Leszczyna wants to ban e-cigarette sales to minors starting Jan.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

BAT Kenya Sells Pouch Factory Equipment

The facility has been idle for nearly five years due to the government’s failure to issue a license for commercialization of the new product.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: radiokerry.ie

Vaping extremely damaging to teeth warns Kerry dentist

A Kerry dentist has warned the public that vaping is extremely damaging to their teeth.
For detail: radiokerry.ie
Published Jul 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: northweststar.com.au

Guess which tobacco giant profits from vape products sold by chemists?

As pharmacies around Australia become our new vape dispensers, those smokers looking to quit the habit through vaping may be surprised to learn that a familiar manufacturer is producing the pre-filled nicotine vape pods.
For detail: northweststar.com.au
Published Jul 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

Semaglutide may reduce smoking risks for diabetes patients

In a recent study published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine, a team of researchers from the National Institutes of Health's National Institute on Drug Abuse and the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine investigated whether the glucagon-like peptide receptor agonist (GLP-1RA) semaglutide, which has been used to treat obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus could improve health care measures related to tobacco use disorders.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jul 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newscientist.com

Ozempic and Wegovy could help people quit smoking

Semaglutide-based medicines such as Ozempic and Wegovy, which can help people lose weight, may also reduce tobacco cravings Ozempic could treat many more conditions than just type 2 diabetes and obesity Another study adds credence to the idea that semaglutide – the drug in medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy – could help treat addiction.
For detail: newscientist.com
Published Jul 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: malaysiasun.com

Health, child rights experts warn against use of e-cigarettes, vapes

New Delhi [India], July 29 (ANI): Health and child rights experts raised concern over the promotion of e-cigarettes and vapes as a safe alternative to smoking and healthier alternatives to traditional tobacco products.
For detail: malaysiasun.com
Published Jul 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: kdvr.com

Disposable vape pens pose environmental threat, fire risk

BOULDER COUNTY, Colo. (KDVR) — While most people know about the health risks related to vaping and e-cigarette use, many may not know about the risks to the environment.
For detail: kdvr.com
Published Jul 29, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: filtermag.org

Could International Human Rights Mechanisms Take Down Vape Bans?

Could international human rights mechanisms be successfully used to contest government-imposed bans and restrictions on nicotine vapes and other safer alternatives to smoking? I’ve been researching how elements of two international treaties—each adopted by the General Assembly of the United Nations in 1966—might enable a legal challenge to damaging prohibitions, which deny millions of people ways to improve their health.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Jul 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: edition.cnn.com

Popular weight-loss and diabetes medications show promise for curbing smoking, study suggests

A new study suggests that there's a link between semaglutide use and lower rates of treatment for tobacco use disorder among people with type 2 diabetes.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Jul 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: babushahi.com

Health, Child rights experts warn against use of e-cigarettes, vapes

New Delhi, July 29, 2024 (ANI): Health and child rights experts raised concern over the promotion of e-cigarettes and vapes as a safe alternative to smoking and healthier alternatives to traditional tobacco products.
For detail: babushahi.com
Published Jul 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: aninews.in

Health, child rights experts warn against use of e-cigarettes, vapes

New Delhi [India], July 29 (ANI): Health and child rights experts raised concern over the promotion of e-cigarettes and vapes as a safe alternative to smoking and healthier alternatives to traditional tobacco products.
For detail: aninews.in
Published Jul 29, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: afro.who.int

WHO Engages Multi-Country Stakeholders to Explore Sustainable Financing Options for Tobacco Control

Addis Ababa –World Health Organization (WHO) Headquarters, in collaboration with the WHO Regional Office for Africa (AFRO) and the WHO Ethiopia country office, concluded a three-day meeting focused on sustainable financing mechanisms for tobacco control.
For detail: afro.who.int
Published Jul 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Children as young as six being caught vaping in Queensland schools

Children as young as six are being caught vaping in Queensland schools despite their sale being banned nationwide earlier this month.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 28, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

More vaping restrictions called for as primary school children caught using vapes

Experts are calling for more restrictions on access to vapes after health data revealed several primary school children were suspended over e-cigarette use.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: livemint.com

Health ministry reports 350 violations of e-cigarette ban, black market thrives

According to data from the ministry's tobacco cell, there were 44 violations so far this financial year, 263 in FY24, and 33 in FY23, indicating the presence of vapes in the black market.
For detail: livemint.com
Published Jul 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: columbiagorgenews.com

Wasco City Parks go tobacco/vape-free

North Central Public Health District extends its appreciation to the city of Wasco in Sherman County for approving a policy making its two city parks tobacco/vape-free.
For detail: columbiagorgenews.com
Published Jul 27, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: mychn.org

What are the Side Effects of Vaping? Is Your Vape Hazardous to You?

In the 60s and 70s, smoking was cool. It seemed as though everyone had a cigarette in their hand, much like many millennials have avocado toast in their hand.
For detail: mychn.org
Published Jul 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: edition.cnn.com

Big Tobacco may have its biggest new hit since cigarettes

Governments around the world have tried to kill the tobacco industry. Zyn, the brand of flavored oral nicotine pouches that comes in small, round containers resembling breath mints, is its latest strategy.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Jul 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: stuff.co.nz

Concerns raised after anti smoking group met with vaping lobbyist

Parents against vaping and public health academics are raising concerns about ASH - Action for Smokefree 2025, and its links to the pro-vaping lobby in Australia.
For detail: stuff.co.nz
Published Jul 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: odt.co.nz

Vape retailer under scrutiny

A controlled purchase operation (CPO) was carried out in South Canterbury this month with more than 20 vape retailers put under the microscope.
For detail: odt.co.nz
Published Jul 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: missourinet.com

Missouri working to curb teen vaping one puff at a time

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services is rolling out a free service for teens who want to quit smoking.
For detail: missourinet.com
Published Jul 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: itv.com

Vapes in schools: The scale of the issue revealed with kids as young as five vaping

Thousands of teachers from across England are warning that vaping in schools is causing widespread issues with children's behaviour and health.
For detail: itv.com
Published Jul 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: filtermag.org

Anti-Nicotine Hiring Policies Exacerbate Inequalities

“It’s part of a demonization campaign,” Michelle Minton told the audience, “but it’s also part of an anti-compassion campaign.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Jul 26, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: businessday.ng

Harnessing tobacco harm reduction: Lessons from Sweden and Japan for a healthier Nigeria

Sweden’s bold embrace of Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) is a masterstroke that has yielded extraordinary results.
For detail: businessday.ng
Published Jul 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wbiw.com

The Dangers of Vaping

INDIANA— According to Indiana Public Radio, in October 2023, nine percent of all Indiana youth said they had used e-cigarettes in the past month.
For detail: wbiw.com
Published Jul 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Azerbaijan Hikes Tobacco Taxes

Azerbaijan has increased taxes on cigarettes and cigarillos, according to local reports.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thedaily.case.edu

Medicine’s Qian Wang shares importance of e-cigarette users getting screened for lung cancer

Healio: Qian Wang, assistant professor at the School of Medicine, explained the importance of e-cigarette users getting screened for lung cancer.
For detail: thedaily.case.edu
Published Jul 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tga.gov.au

Changes to the regulation of vapes

Changes to the regulation of vapes are being implemented in stages from 1 January 2024.
For detail: tga.gov.au
Published Jul 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Vapes confiscated in schools contain the drug spice

Spice has been found in 16 per cent of vapes confiscated at English schools, research has found.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Jul 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: lavanguardia.com

What is snus, the new star product in the tobacco industry that has arrived in Spain?

Synthetic nicotine pouches from Sweden, where their consumption is legal, are starting to spread throughout the rest of Europe, especially among young people; anti-tobacco associations are calling for their prohibition Un joven se introduce snus marrón bajo las encías.
For detail: lavanguardia.com
Published Jul 25, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: fda.gov

FDA Issues Warning Letters to 80 Retailers for Selling Unauthorized Elf Bar and Lost Mary E-Cigarettes

On July 25, FDA announced the issuance of warning letters to 80 brick and mortar retailers in 15 different states for selling unauthorized e-cigarette products popular with youth, including Elf Bar and Lost Mary.
For detail: fda.gov
Published Jul 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: countylive.ca

Cell phones restricted; vaping banned at schools

As part of its “back-to-basics” plan, the province, at the end of April, revised Policy/Program Memorandum 128 (PPM 128), Provincial Code of Conduct restrictions on the use of personal mobile devices in schools.
For detail: countylive.ca
Published Jul 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: convenience.org

Thousands of illegal vapes and cigarettes seized

City of Wolverhampton Council Two rows of stacked smoking vapes in their boxes which are an array of colours including orange, purple, blue, green and pinkCity of Wolverhampton Council The raids were carried out after several complaints were received, the council said Thousands of illicit cigarettes, vapes and tobacco products have been seized from shops across Wolverhampton.
For detail: convenience.org
Published Jul 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bnnbloomberg.ca

US Must Crack Down on Illegal Vapes From China, BAT CEO Says

A customer exhales vapor from an electronic cigarette at the NXNW Vapor store in Sacramento, California, U.S.
For detail: bnnbloomberg.ca
Published Jul 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Pupils unwittingly smoking spiked vapes, study finds

Schoolchildren may be unknowingly smoking vapes spiked with the drug spice, an investigation by the University of Bath has found.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Tobacco Products Scientific Advisory Committee (TPSAC) Meeting — 6/26/2024

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) convened a public advisory committee meeting of the Tobacco Products Scientific Advisory Committee (TPSAC) on June 26, 2024.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

Tax On Trading Is Like Warnings On Cigarette Packs, Says CK Narayan

110 views Premiered 5 hours ago #budget2024 #stockmarket #ndtvprofit CK Narayan, Founder NeoTrader tells that 'Some shorting happens in ITC in every budget, will concentrate on FMCG names like HUL & ITC'.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

The UK’s Infamous Tobacco and Vapes Bill is Back

In line with its manifesto, the new UK Government led by Keir Starmer, has announced it is bringing back the recently shelved Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vaping360.com

When Were Nicotine Pouches Invented? The Origin of ZYN

The commercial rise of ZYN over the past few years has been meteoric.
For detail: vaping360.com
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: v2radio.co.uk

Counterfeit vapes crackdown in Portsmouth

A significant number of counterfeit tobacco products have been confiscated in Portsmouth to safeguard the public.
For detail: v2radio.co.uk
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: the-star.co.ke

MoH's new tack to stop nicotine peddlers reaching Gen Z

• The NTA report –Landscape of New-Generation Tobacco and Nicotine Products Consumption in Kenya – showed young people below 35 years are the main consumers of nicotine products.
For detail: the-star.co.ke
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theinvestor.vn

Tobacco giant Khatoco reaps success with ostrich breeding

From a tobacco producer, Khanh Viet Corporation (Khatoco), based in the south-central province of Khanh Hoa, has embarked on a number of new endeavors, not least, ostrich breeding.
For detail: theinvestor.vn
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: scottishgrocer.co.uk

Imperial Brands charges up new 1000 Puff vape devices

Imperial Brands has unveiled a new rechargeable vaping device with its Blu Bar Kits, with a system that offers up to 1,000 puffs per pod.
For detail: scottishgrocer.co.uk
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: phcc.org.nz

Contradictions surround Government’s move to slash tax on heated tobacco products

Associate Health Minister Casey Costello recently halved the excise tax levied on heated tobacco products.
For detail: phcc.org.nz
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news18.com

In UP, Railways Fines Passengers Rs 82,000 For Travelling Ticketless And Smoking In Toilets

Passengers on an Indian Railways train were fined twice for attempting to evade ticket checks during a routine inspection at Kosi Kalan station, Uttar Pradesh.
For detail: news18.com
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ft.lk

From Smoke to Smokeless: The globe discusses harm reduction

Last month’s Global Forum on Nicotine in Warsaw unearthed a wealth of new findings and experiences that will have policymakers around the world revisiting their approach to tobacco control and modern tobacco and nicotine-based harm reduction products.
For detail: ft.lk
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: en.trend.az

Azerbaijan enhances excise duty on e-cigarettes imported into country

BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 24. The excise rate on disposable electronic cigarettes, hookahs, and their substitutes in the amount of one piece has been increased from 0.25 to 2 manat ($1.1), Trend reports.
For detail: en.trend.az
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: devonairradio.com

Exmouth’s First Cigarette Butt Ballot Bin

Exmouth Town Council, in collaboration with Plastic Free Exmouth, is thrilled to announce the launch of Exmouth’s first “Cigarette Butt Ballot Bin” located outside the Exmouth Railway Club.
For detail: devonairradio.com
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: business-standard.com

ITC hits Rs 500: Jefferies says 'Buy' on no tobacco tax rejig in Budget

ITC share price target: ITC stock hits Rs 500-mark for the first time.
For detail: business-standard.com
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Growers Tobacco]

Source: business-standard.com

Govt allows sale of excess tobacco produced by registered growers in Andhra

The decision has been taken due to 'Michaung' cyclonic rains during Dec 3-5, 2023, that resulted in an additional expenditure incurred by farmers towards replantation/gap filling in the main field Tobacco farms, tobacco cultivation, Andhra tobacco.
For detail: business-standard.com
Published Jul 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: aroundealing.com

Help for more to quit smoking

Following the success of a local stop smoking programme targeting those with mental health problems and during pregnancy, there is more help available for people to quit smoking.
For detail: aroundealing.com
Published Jul 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Tobacco cessation in Dental setting: A Bird’s eye view

Tobacco cessation in Dental setting: A Bird’s eye view. Every year, millions attempt to quit smoking, yet many falter, ensnared by the powerful hold of nicotine.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wvnstv.com

Nicotine use rising in young children, school administrators concerned

FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) – Nicotine is now reaching children much younger than 21. The unfortunate truth is it is gaining popularity – electronically.
For detail: wvnstv.com
Published Jul 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Smoke-free Product Sales Boost PMI Income

Philip Morris International’s operating income jumped 34.2 percent to $3.44 billion for the quarter that ended June 30.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Zimbabwean Cigarette Exports up Nearly 50 percent

Zimbabwean cigarette exports rose from $71 million in 2022 to $106 million in 2023, reports The Herald A leading exporter of leaf tobacco, Zimbabwe has been keen to move up the value chain by producing products beyond raw tobacco.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: onlinelibrary.wiley.com

Factors associated with disposable electronic cigarette use among US youth: A national repeated cross-sectional study, 2021–22

Disposable electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use is becoming more popular among US youth, given the shifting landscape in product marketing, availability and regulation.
For detail: onlinelibrary.wiley.com
Published Jul 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

Long-term vaping soars among adults in England, fueled by disposable e-cigarettes

A recent study published in the British Medical Journal examined trends in long-term vaping among adults in England between 2013 and 2023.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jul 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ndtv.com

Cigarette Prices Remain Unchanged After No Tobacco Tax Hike In Budget 2024

In her 2024 Union Budget address, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chose not to increase tobacco taxes, Cigarette Prices Remain Unchanged After No Tobacco Tax Hike In Budget 2024 ITC's stock price opened at ₹ 467.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Jul 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: latimes.com

‘Smart vapes’ featuring video games could lure youths to nicotine addiction, UC Riverside experts say

Introduced as battery-powered sticks that emit nicotine-infused vapor, vape pens have transformed into increasingly sophisticated entertainment devices.
For detail: latimes.com
Published Jul 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

Philip Morris raises profit forecast as nicotine pouch demand grows

(Reuters) - Philip Morris International raised its annual profit forecast on Tuesday, banking on higher cigarette prices and its growing nicotine pouch brand ZYN while trimming the outlook for its core heated tobacco business.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Jul 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: economymiddleeast.com

Global alignment on health policy necessary to make a smokeless world a reality

The accessibility of alternative nicotine products is essential for the success of the tobacco harm reduction (THR) approach With the renewed attention on regulations of alternative less* harmful products to cigarettes, including vaping, heated products and nicotine pouches around the world, now is the time for action which will realise global smokefree ambitions and ensure cigarettes become a thing of the past.
For detail: economymiddleeast.com
Published Jul 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dailynewsegypt.com

Heated tobacco products increase smoking cessation chances: Study

A recent research study conducted by experts at the Korea Institute for Industrial Economics and Trade revealed that the majority of heated tobacco product users were previously smokers of traditional cigarettes before switching to newer products that heat tobacco instead of burning it.
For detail: dailynewsegypt.com
Published Jul 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: 24newshd.tv

KP assembly introduces bill to reduce tobacco tax by 100%

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provincial assembly has introduced a finance amendment bill aimed at reducing tobacco taxes, 24NewsHD TV channel reported on Tuesday.
For detail: 24newshd.tv
Published Jul 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: yalemedicine.org

What Parents Should Know About Nicotine Pouches

Just as the use of vaping (e-cigarette) devices among young people began to decline—eliciting a collective sigh of relief from public health officials—a new, potentially worrisome product is gaining popularity among youth: nicotine pouches.
For detail: yalemedicine.org
Published Jul 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vapingpost.com

How Teen Vaping Data is Reported to Create Fear

Broad terms used to describe and collect data on teen vaping lack accuracy, and are leading to generalizations and misinformation on the topic.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Jul 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: usatoday.com

It's not just smoking — here's what causes lung cancer

Lung cancer is the second most common cancer among men (behind prostate cancer) and women (behind breast cancer) in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society.
For detail: usatoday.com
Published Jul 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Vietnam Wants to Raise Tobacco Taxes

Vietnam’s finance ministry want to raise the excise duty on cigarettes and add an absolute rate per pack, reports Tuoi Tre News.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theconversation.com

Vaping and mental health are closely linked. That can make quitting even harder

Joshua Trigg, Anthony Venning, Lavender Otieno, Flinders University Researcher and Lecturer in Public Health, Flinders University Research Assistant and Behavioural Scientist, College of Medicine and Public Health, Flinders University.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Jul 22, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: thecable.ng

Harnessing tobacco harm reduction: Lessons from Sweden and Japan for a healthier Nigeria

In the early 2000s, Sweden had and adopted the concepts and ideals behind Tobacco Harm Reduction when it introduced Snus, a smokeless tobacco product that has since become a national phenomenon.
For detail: thecable.ng
Published Jul 22, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

‘My mum is smoking our inheritance away, and it is killing her

Email moralmoney@telegraph.co.uk with your own moral money conundrum and it could be answered in a future column.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Jul 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: northside.com

Wellness Wednesday to discuss dangers of vaping

Kenny Haney, community health advocate lead with NHCI, will lead a free discussion on the topic via Zoom at noon July 24.
For detail: northside.com
Published Jul 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.ucr.edu

Digital games on vaping devices could lure more youth to nicotine addiction

Like other smart devices, smart vapes have high-definition animated displays In an “Industry Watch” research paper in the journal Tobacco Control, two scientists at the University of California, Riverside, raise the alarm on new electronic cigarette products equipped with touch screens, animated displays, and built-in games.
For detail: news.ucr.edu
Published Jul 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.sanfordhealth.org

Know the risks of vaping for kids, teens, young adults

E-cigarettes, like traditional tobacco products, can become addictive and dangerous to your health.
For detail: news.sanfordhealth.org
Published Jul 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: midhudsonnews.com

Vape disposal boxes available in Putnam

CARMEL- The Prevention Council of Putnam has initiated a system allowing for the safe disposal of vape products countywide.
For detail: midhudsonnews.com
Published Jul 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: indiaeducationdiary.in

Waterloo researcher awarded $2 million to investigate youth vaping and lung health

Canada has among the highest rates of nicotine vaping in the world, with more than one in 10 high school students vaping daily.
For detail: indiaeducationdiary.in
Published Jul 22, 2024
[FED Cigarette]

Source: earth.com

Electronic cigarettes with games: A dangerous innovation

In the rapidly evolving world of digital games, a surprising new player has emerged: electronic cigarettes.
For detail: earth.com
Published Jul 22, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: dailyutahchronicle.com

Point of View: Vapes, Are They the New Cigarette?

Join host Estella Weeks and esteemed cardiologist Dr. John Ryan, as we explore how vapes have physically and mentally affected younger generations.
For detail: dailyutahchronicle.com
Published Jul 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: city.ac.uk

NBCC release report and recommendations to tackle illicit trade in stolen tobacco

Criminologist Professor Emmeline Taylor was commissioned by the NBCC to create a report, which outlined the next steps to eliminate illegal tobacco trade.
For detail: city.ac.uk
Published Jul 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: app.com.pk

986 bundles of smuggled cigarettes seized

MULTAN, Jul 22 (APP): Rajanpur Police claimed to have seized 986 bundles of smuggled cigarettes from two outlaws, here on Monday.
For detail: app.com.pk
Published Jul 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: aier.org

Will SCOTUS Break Big Tobacco’s Grip on Nicotine?

The Supreme Court recently announced it will review a case where the FDA denied marketing approval for two e-cigarette markers selling flavored products.
For detail: aier.org
Published Jul 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Are high taxes on tobacco fuelling a black market surge?

Australia imposes one of of the highest tobacco taxes in the world as a key measure to discourage smoking rates.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

JTI to Build Factory in Morocco

Japan Tobacco International will break ground in August for a MAD931 million ($92 million) factory near Tangier, Morocco, reports Morocco World News.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 21, 2024
[PTC Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

PTC Risks Losing Sudan Small-Pack Order

Pakistan Tobacco Co. (PTC) may lose a large order from Sudan if the health ministry continues to drag its feet on the required regulatory approval, reports the Business Recorder.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

Excessively high' cigarette taxes 'fuelling' black market, as retailers fear expansion of tobacco wars

Four tobacconists are operating in Bega, a town of 5,000 on the NSW Far South Coast. In a small town deep in a verdant valley, something doesn't quite add up.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jul 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Georgia to Require Production Licenses

Georgian lawmakers approved legislation requiring tobacco manufacturers to obtain licenses, reports Front News Georgia.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: realclearmarkets.com

FDA's Tobacco and Vape Regulation Is Still a Failure

On June 21, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the agency was authorizing the sale of four menthol-flavored e-cigarette products through the premarket tobacco product application process.
For detail: realclearmarkets.com
Published Jul 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: realclearmarkets.com

FDA's Tobacco and Vape Regulation Is Still a Failure

On June 21, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the agency was authorizing the sale of four menthol-flavored e-cigarette products through the premarket tobacco product application process.
For detail: realclearmarkets.com
Published Jul 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: labmanager.com

E-cigarettes vs Smoking: Study Links Similar DNA Changes in Cells to Both

a woman's hand held out flat displaying an unlit cigarette and a black e-cigarette or vape pen Epigenetic study links e-cigarette use to tobacco-like DNA alterations in mouth cells, raising long-term health concerns.
For detail: labmanager.com
Published Jul 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: khaleejtimes.com

UAE: Report unlicensed cigarette shops, residents told as police launch crackdown

Stores selling tobacco products and e-cigarettes are required to put up warning signs to prevent the entry of youth under the age of 18.
For detail: khaleejtimes.com
Published Jul 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: 1011now.com

New vape regulations go into effect across Nebraska

Nebraska is spearheading an approach to statewide vape regulations with a new law that went into effect on Friday.
For detail: 1011now.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: walb.com

South Ga. mother considers lawsuit after her son was kicked out of school for vaping

DOUGLAS, Ga. (WALB) - A South Georgia mother is considering a lawsuit after her son was accused of vaping in school and kicked out.
For detail: walb.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vaping360.com

FDA Authorizes Vuse Alto, Popular Tobacco Industry Vape

The FDA today authorized sale of the Vuse Alto pod vape and six tobacco-flavored refill pods for the device.
For detail: vaping360.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: usatoday.com

Is there a way to flush nicotine out of your system faster? Here's what experts say.

Either way, the addictive substance is linked to a host of health issues, and experts say they still don't have a full grasp on the long-term side-effects of vaping.
For detail: usatoday.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Asia Pacific Urged to Permit Oral Nicotine

Prepackaged pouches of nicotine, flavoring, artificial sweetener and other chemicals are rising in popularity as an alternative to cigarettes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Industry Laments Romania’s Vape Tax

Tobacco harm reduction advocates are criticizing Romania’s new excise tax on nicotine-free e-liquids and vapes, saying it will discourage smokers from switching to safer alternatives.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thestatesman.com

22 micrograms of PM2.5 equivalent to smoking a cigarette: Health experts

Amid the rising pollution that has adversely impacted the health of adults and children alike, city experts underscored the dangers associated with the menace informing that 22 micrograms of particulate matter (PM2.
For detail: thestatesman.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thestar.com.my

‘Close eye needed on vape sales’

A FEDERAL minister has called for stronger monitoring of vape sales amid concerns about the growing popularity of electronic cigarettes.
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thegazette.com

Vaping: It’s more common in rural areas than in cities

The Pink Clouds Smoke Shop in Vinton, shown July 12, sells tobacco and vaping products in the city of 5,000 in Benton County.
For detail: thegazette.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thefridaytimes.com

Social Media A Powerful Tool To Combat Tobacco Use

Social media allows public health advocates, organisations, and individuals to share success stories, scientific research, and personal experiences related to harm reduction The role of social media in shaping public perceptions related to Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) is crucial.
For detail: thefridaytimes.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tga.gov.au

Vapes: information for individuals and patients

Find out about the lawful ways to access vapes, where a health practitioner considers it clinically appropriate, as well as the rules around how many vapes you can lawfully hold, including those obtained before 1 July 2024.
For detail: tga.gov.au
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: talkingretail.com

Over-restriction of vape flavours could set Scotland’s health agenda back, says SGF

The drive to make Scotland smoke-free risks being set back if too many restrictions are placed on the flavours available to vapers, the Scottish Grocers’ Federation (SGF) fears.
For detail: talkingretail.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: sunstar.com.ph

Government warned vs opening doors to tobacco industry

ON THE heels of the controversial legal opinion of the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Southeast Asia Tobacco Control Alliance (Seatca) is warning government agencies against opening their doors to the tobacco industry for their donations and support.
For detail: sunstar.com.ph
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: reuters.com

Japan women's gymnastics captain out of Paris Games for smoking

Artistic Gymnastics - Artistic Gymnastics World Championships - M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool, Britain - November 6, 2022 Japan's Shoko Miyata reacts after her routine on the women's apparatus final floor REUTERS/Molly Darlington Purchase Licensing Rights, opens new tab TOKYO, July 19 (Reuters) - Shoko Miyata, the 19-year-old captain of the Japan women's artistic gymnastics team, has withdrawn from the squad for the Paris Games after violating the team's code of conduct by smoking, the Japanese Gymnastics Association said on Friday.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: portsmouth.gov.uk

Portsmouth City Council stubs out sales of illegal tobacco.

Hundreds of fake tobacco items have been seized across the city in an effort to protect local people from dangerous and illegal duplicates.
For detail: portsmouth.gov.uk
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

New electronic cigarette products may couple nicotine addiction with gaming disorder

In an "Industry Watch" research paper in the journal Tobacco Control, two scientists at the University of California, Riverside, raise the alarm on new electronic cigarette products equipped with touch screens, animated displays, and built-in games.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Young mum’s wake-up call after developing ‘lungs of an 80-year-old’ from killer habit

A young mum has sworn off vaping after discovering it could be deadly.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nelincs.gov.uk

3200 illegal vapes recycled following Council crackdown

The haul comes after a the conclusion of a number of court cases where offenders received a range of penalties from written warnings to financial sanctions.
For detail: nelincs.gov.uk
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: minnpost.com

E-cigarettes could be a critical tool for reducing tobacco use

E-cigarettes can help smokers quit or significantly reduce their tobacco use, thereby reducing the staggering burden of tobacco-related diseases.
For detail: minnpost.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Digital games on vaping devices could lure more youth to nicotine addiction

In an "Industry Watch" research paper in the journal Tobacco Control, two scientists at the University of California, Riverside, raise the alarm on new electronic cigarette products equipped with touch screens, animated displays, and built-in games.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicaldialogues.in

JAMA Study Links E-Cigarette Use to Lower Lung Cancer Screening Rates

USA: A cross-sectional study published in JAMA Network Open revealed that e-cigarette use is independently associated with lower use of lung cancer screening (LCS), specifically among individuals who had quit smoking combustible cigarettes.
For detail: medicaldialogues.in
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: japantimes.co.jp

Japanese gymnast Shoko Miyata leaves Olympic team over drinking and smoking

Japan’s star gymnast Shoko Miyata, 19, the captain of the women’s team for the Paris Olympics, withdrew from the national team after she admitted to smoking cigarettes and drinking, the Japan Gymnastics Association (JGA) said Friday, in a shocking turn of events just a week before the Games open.
For detail: japantimes.co.jp
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: healthday.com

FDA Allows Marketing of Vuse Tobacco-Flavored Vapes

FRIDAY, July 19, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday authorized the sale of the country's best-selling e-cigarette.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: fredericknewspost.com

FDA OKs best-selling e-cigarette Vuse Alto, but only in tobacco flavor

WASHINGTON — Federal health officials on Thursday authorized sales of the best-selling e-cigarette in the U.S.
For detail: fredericknewspost.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: filtermag.org

Advocates Urge Rethink as UK Tobacco and Vapes Bill Returns

The United Kingdom’s new Labour government has reintroduced the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, the King’s Speech announced on July 17.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

Heatwave: How VAPING could put you at risk of heat exhaustion, after study finds nicotine increases risk of the deadly condition

Vaping, smoking and even using nicotine gum and patches could increase the risk of deadly heat exhaustion, new research suggests.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: csnews.com

FDA Gives Marketing Green Light to Seven Vuse Vapor Products

SILVER SPRING, Md. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized the marketing of seven e-cigarette products in the United States through the premarket tobacco product application (PMTA) pathway.
For detail: csnews.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbc.ca

This vape shop is using its window to protest the province's 'hypocrisy'

A man with glasses, a ball cap and a goatee stands next to a large window with the words "The provincial gov't made us remove our business name from this window" on it.
For detail: cbc.ca
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: benzinga.com

FDA Approves Tobacco-Flavored Vuse Alto E-Cigarettes: Details

Tim Melvin has a dividend portfolio that’s winning 100%... and he just released a new value portfolio that is his best yet.
For detail: benzinga.com
Published Jul 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: aol.com

FDA allows sale of best-selling tobacco e-cigarette Vuse

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Thursday authorized sales of certain tobacco-flavored Vuse Alto electronic cigarette products from R.J.
For detail: aol.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Expert 'flabbergasted' as Govt halves tax on heated tobacco products

Read more: After scrapping Labour's smoke-free programme, the Government has now moved to make access to other tobacco products easier.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Smoking Ban]

Source: youtube.com

“Down To Personal Responsibility” Labour Revives Plans To Phase Out Smoking Ban

Labour has revived plans to phase out smoking and impose restrictions on the sale and marketing of vapes to children.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

Effects of Smoking Part 1

Watch this video by Dr. Sachin Kumar, Senior Consultant - Pulmonology & Critical Care Medicine, as he shares his valuable insights on effects of smoking Part 1.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: yourharlow.com

Greater Anglia warns against smoking and vaping on trains

GREATER Anglia is reminding rail passengers not to smoke or vape on trains following several incidents which have inconvenienced customers and caused costly delays.
For detail: yourharlow.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wsj.com

U.S. Authorizes Tobacco-Flavored Vuse E-Cigarettes

Vuse Alto products represented about 40% of U.S. e-cigarette sales in U.S. stores tracked by Nielsen IQ in the 52 weeks ended June 15. PHOTO: MICHAEL M.
For detail: wsj.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: urologytimes.com

Researcher details efforts to reduce smoking in patients with bladder cancer

"Our next goal is transitioning to really understand the patient experience and how we can support them to quit smoking cigarettes," says Marc Bjurlin, DO, MSc, FACOS.
For detail: urologytimes.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ucl.ac.uk

Substantial rise in adults vaping for longer than six months in England

The number of adults in England who report vaping for more than six months has increased substantially from around one in 80 in 2013 to one in 10 in 2023, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.
For detail: ucl.ac.uk
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

New Zealand Halves HTP Taxes

New Zealand has halved taxes on heated-tobacco products (HTPs) to make the products more attractive as cigarette alternatives, reports RNZ.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[FDA Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

FDA OKs Vuse Alto Tobacco-Flavored Pods

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the marketing of seven e-cigarette products in the United States through the premarket tobacco product application (PMTA) pathway.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Trade Group Suggests Changes to U.K. Vapes Bill

Responding to the announcement, made during the Kings Speech on July 17, that the Tobacco and Vapes Bill is back on Britain’s legislative agenda, the U.K.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: thenationonlineng.net

Expert urges Nigeria to adopt tobacco harm reduction from Sweden, Japan

Nigeria has been advised to adopt Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) strategies to combat tobacco-related diseases, which cause over 30,000 deaths annually.
For detail: thenationonlineng.net
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehill.com

FDA allows sale of best-selling tobacco e-cigarette Vuse

A sign for the Food and Drug Administration is displayed outside their offices in Silver Spring, Md., on Dec. 10, 2020.
For detail: thehill.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

American driver who fled UK after hitting nurse admits vaping before crash

An American motorist who fled the UK after driving into a nurse admitted he was vaping behind the wheel before the collision, court documents reveal.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: seekingalpha.com

The FDA approves seven more e-cigarette products for marketing

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the marketing of seven e-cigarette products in the United States through the premarket tobacco product application pathway.
For detail: seekingalpha.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rnz.co.nz

NZ First Minister Casey Costello orders 50% cut to excise tax on heated tobacco products

Customs Minister Casey Costello has slashed the excise tax on heated tobacco products.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: openaccessgovernment.org

King addresses health reforms: A smoke-free and mentally healthier future

While addressing the nation, the King introduced two landmark bills, the Mental Health Bill and the Tobacco and Vapes Bill These legislative initiatives mark a decisive step towards improving public health and extending healthy life expectancy across the country.
For detail: openaccessgovernment.org
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

Sharp rise in long-term vaping among adults in England, study finds

The number of adults in England who report vaping for more than six months has increased substantially from around one in 80 in 2013 to one in 10 in 2023, finds a study published by The BMJ today.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.yahoo.com

UK Smoking Ban: How will it work and when does it come in?

Labour has confirmed it will keep Rishi Sunak’s smoking ban after its inclusion in the King’s speech on Wednesday (July 17).
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: nelincs.gov.uk

Smokers urged to take advantage of support to quit schemes following reintroduction of Tobacco and Vapes Bill

North East Lincolnshire Council is urging smokers to seek help to quit from some of the successful local support schemes following the reintroduction of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill in this week’s King’s Speech.
For detail: nelincs.gov.uk
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: miragenews.com

$2M Grant Awarded to Study Youth Vaping, Lung Health

Canada has among the highest rates of nicotine vaping in the world, with more than one in 10 high school students vaping daily.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: indiaeducationdiary.in

Study Finds Second-Hand Vaping Exposure Much Lower Than Second-Hand Smoking

The study, published in JAMA Network Open and funded by Cancer Research UK, looked at blood tests and survey data for 1,777 children aged three to 11 in the United States.
For detail: indiaeducationdiary.in
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: indiaeducationdiary.in

UCL Study Links Smoking to Cognitive Decline Among Older Adults

The study, published in Nature Communications, analysed data from 32,000 adults aged 50 or over from 14 European countries who responded to surveys over 10 years.
For detail: indiaeducationdiary.in
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: globenewswire.com

Romania Introduces Excise Tax on Nicotine-Free E-Liquids and Vapes

The New Legislation Aims to Regulate the Vape Market, Raising Concerns Among e-Potion Consumers and Businesses.
For detail: globenewswire.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fda.gov

FDA Authorizes Marketing of Vuse Alto Tobacco-Flavored E-Cigarette Pods and Accompanying Power Unit

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized the marketing of seven e-cigarette products in the United States through the premarket tobacco product application (PMTA) pathway.
For detail: fda.gov
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: english.kyodonews.net

Olympics:Japan women's gymnastics captain Miyata to leave team over smoking

Shoko Miyata, the 19-year-old captain of Japan's women's artistic gymnastics for the Paris Olympics, is set to leave the team over allegations of smoking in violation of its conduct code, multiple sources close to the matter said Thursday.
For detail: english.kyodonews.net
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: digitaljournal.com

Dental support: Labour’s war on smoking and vaping

King Charles’s speech during the state opening of parliament for the new Labour Government focused on a stricter crackdown on the sale of vapes, energy drinks to under-16’s, and a progressive increase in the age at which UK residents are legally allowed to purchase cigarettes.
For detail: digitaljournal.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: conchovalleyhomepage.com

FDA OKs best-selling e-cigarette Vuse Alto, but only in tobacco flavor

This illustration provided by Reynolds American in June 2024, shows packaging for the Vuse Alto e-cigarette.
For detail: conchovalleyhomepage.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: coloradobiz.com

Philip Morris to build nicotine pouch production facility in Aurora

Philip Morris International announced plans Tuesday to invest $600 million over the next two years to open a manufacturing facility in Aurora that will produce Swedish Match ZYN nicotine pouches.
For detail: coloradobiz.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: citizentribune.com

FDA OKs best-selling e-cigarette Vuse Alto, but only in tobacco flavor

Federal health officials have authorized sales of Vuse Alto, the best-selling e-cigarette in the U.
For detail: citizentribune.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cen.acs.org

How a cigarette maker quietly replaced menthol

When Massachusetts and California took steps to ban menthol cigarettes in 2020 and 2022, respectively, it took just days for new, nonmenthol cigarettes to appear in stores.
For detail: cen.acs.org
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: catalannews.com

Lloret de Mar bans smoking on beaches

Lloret de Mar's civil protection agents warn a swimmer that he cannot smoke on the municipality beaches on July 18, 2024 Lloret de Mar's civil protection agents warn a swimmer that he cannot smoke on the municipality beaches.
For detail: catalannews.com
Published Jul 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Japanese gymnast set to miss Olympics for smoking

Japanese gymnast Shoko Miyata has been sent home and will not compete at the Olympic Games after breaking a team smoking ban.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Bans on vaping and energy drinks outlined in King's Speech

King Charles has outlined the government’s plans in his King’s Speech at the State Opening of Parliament.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Smoking Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

UK's vaping and smoking ban is back #shorts

The new Labour government has resurrected Rishi Sunak's plan to phase out smoking and ban certain vapes, although it is unclear when vape restrictions will be enforced.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

Why quit smoking tips are failing you

Tired of trying countless quit smoking tips with no success? In this video, I’ll explain why quit smoking tips, however useful, can’t turn you into a non-smoker.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: westvirginiawatch.com

Advocates want tobacco prevention, cessation funding on the agenda for WV special session

Doug Hogan, government relations director for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (left), and Katie Rose Garden, grassroots manager for the organization, deliver about 900 petitions asking for increased tobacco cessation programs to the office of Gov.
For detail: westvirginiawatch.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: usatoday.com

Is vaping better than smoking? Here's what experts say.

Vaping has emerged in the last few years as a safer alternative to smoking.
For detail: usatoday.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Critics Blast U.K.’s Commitment to Generational Tobacco Ban

The new U.K. government’s intention to progressively increase the age at which people can buy cigarettes will not achieve its objectives, according to the smoker’s group Forest.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

EU Seized 616 Million Illicit Cigarettes in 2023

The EU anti-fraud office’s (OLAF) and member state authorities seize 616 million illicit cigarettes, 140 tons of raw tobacco and 6 tons of water pipe tobacco in 2023, preventing the loss of over €151 million to EU and national budgets.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

Health leaders hail Labour’s plans to phase out smoking as ‘gamechanging’

The government’s plans to introduce the world’s first full smoking ban, halt sales of energy drinks to children and modernise mental health laws are “gamechanging” and will save thousands of lives, health leaders have said.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

Exclusive: Health advocates target Philip Morris' US launch of heated tobacco

Philip Morris new IQOS 3 devices are displayed during a news conference by its International's CEO Andre Calantzopoulos in Tokyo Item 1 of 2 Philip Morris new IQOS 3 devices are displayed during a news conference by its International's CEO Andre Calantzopoulos in Tokyo, Japan, October 23, 2018.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Smoking ban UK: What does the new bill do as MPs vote to ban tobacco for generation alpha?

MPs have voted to pass a landmark smoking bill which the government says will create the UK’s first “smokefree generation”.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nature.com

Altered insular functional activity among electronic cigarettes users with nicotine dependence

Electronic cigarettes (e-cigs) use, especially among youngsters, has been on the rise in recent years.
For detail: nature.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Substantial rise seen in English adults vaping for longer than 6 months, especially in young adults

The number of adults in England who report vaping for more than six months has increased substantially from around one in 80 in 2013 to one in 10 in 2023, finds a study published by The BMJ today.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: koaa.com

Several local school districts awarded state grants to stop teen vaping

COLORADO SPRINGS — Several local school districts are trying to combat the teen vaping problem this upcoming school year.
For detail: koaa.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: jpost.com

Tobacco company advertises products differently in Israel, depending on demographic - study

The study emphasized the critical need for rigorous media surveillance and regulatory measures to ensure fair and balanced reporting.
For detail: jpost.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: independent.co.uk

UK smoking ban: How will it work and who will be affected?

The new Labour government confirmed its commitment to uphold plans for a UK smoking ban in the King’s Speech on Wednesday.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: healthcareleadernews.com

Tobacco and vapes bill confirmed in King’s Speech

The new Labour government will introduce a bill to progressively increase the age at which people can buy cigarettes and impose limits on the sales and marketing of vapes, His Majesty the King has confirmed in a speech today.
For detail: healthcareleadernews.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: filtermag.org

Experts Slam “Ridiculous” WHO Tobacco Cessation Guidelines

The World Health Organization has released its first-ever guide for tobacco cessation in adults.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Jul 17, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: everydayhealth.com

Can Vaping Cause COPD?

While data on how vaping can affect your lungs over the long term is limited, there’s no question that it is linked with harmful inflammation.
For detail: everydayhealth.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Smoking ban to go ahead, government confirms

The King’s Speech has confirmed that the smoking ban proposed by former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will go ahead under the new Labour government.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Jul 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: deccanherald.com

Gen Z takes longer smoke breaks at work than older generations: Study

Gen Z is taking longer smoke breaks than their peers in the older generations and their smoke breaks account for 6 days of leaves a year, according to a study conducted by the Haypp in the UK.
For detail: deccanherald.com
Published Jul 17, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: convenience.org

FDA Announces Permanent Injunction Against E-Cigarette Manufacturer

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), on July 2, 2024, the United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia enjoined Soul Vapor LLC, a West Virginia-based company, and the company’s owner, Aurelius Jeffrey, from directly or indirectly manufacturing, distributing, selling and/or offering for sale any new tobacco product that has not received marketing authorization from FDA.
For detail: convenience.org
Published Jul 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

Study suggests switching from smoking to vaping indoors may reduce children’s secondhand exposure to nicotine

In a recent study published in the JAMA Network Open, a group of researchers compared nicotine absorption among children exposed to secondhand tobacco smoke, secondhand vapor, and those with no exposure.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jul 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Understanding the impact of tobacco smoking and smoking cessation on life expectancy of HIV patients in South Africa

Krishna Reddy, MD, MS, a physician-investigator at the Medical Practice Evaluation Center and the Tobacco Research and Treatment Center at Massachusetts General Hospital and an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, is the senior author of a recently published paper in Journal of the International AIDS Society: Tobacco Smoking, Smoking Cessation and Life Expectancy Among People with HIV on Antiretroviral Therapy in South Africa: A Simulation Modelling Study.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jul 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: justice.gov

Court Orders West Virginia e-Cigarette Maker to Stop Selling Unauthorized Nicotine Vaping Products

A federal court on July 2 enjoined a West Virginia company and its owner from manufacturing, distributing or selling unauthorized nicotine vaping products.
For detail: justice.gov
Published Jul 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: caribbean.loopnews.com

Tobacco Harm Reduction in Action: A pathway to smokefree ambitions

With renewed attention on smoking and vaping regulation around the world, British American Tobacco (BAT) – WITCO’s parent company believes that now is the time for action that will establish tobacco harm reduction (THR) as a legitimate approach to achieving public health ambitions.
For detail: caribbean.loopnews.com
Published Jul 15, 2024
[FED Tobacco]

Source: thebureauinvestigates.com

‘I asked myself, why is he going public?’: working with a Big Tobacco whistleblower

The whistleblower at the heart of our Philip Morris investigation, Shiro Konuma, was taking a huge risk when he came to us with his story.
For detail: thebureauinvestigates.com
Published Jul 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sports.ndtv.com

No More Tobacco Ads At Cricket Stadiums? BCCI Set To Receive New Mandate: Report

The Union Health Ministry is planning to instruct the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to stop putting hoardings with advertisements for smokeless tobacco products at cricket venues.
For detail: sports.ndtv.com
Published Jul 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: onlymyhealth.com

How Does Smoking Increase The Risk Of Prostate Cancer?

While smoking is often associated with lung cancer, smoking's harmful effects extend far beyond the respiratory system.
For detail: onlymyhealth.com
Published Jul 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.abplive.com

Health Ministry To Ask BCCI To Stop Surrogate Advertising Of Tobacco Products During Cricket Matches: Report

The Directorate General of Health Services will reportedly ask BCCI to stop broadcasting of all surrogate advertisements that promote tobacco products.
For detail: news.abplive.com
Published Jul 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: liverpoolexpress.co.uk

Liverpool aims to stub out smoking in a generation

Smoke-free in a generation – that’s the ambition of the Liverpool Tobacco Control Strategy that is officially launched today.
For detail: liverpoolexpress.co.uk
Published Jul 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: afaqs.com

Health Ministry urges BCCI to halt surrogate tobacco ads in cricket stadiums: Mint

A study revealed that 41.3% of all surrogate ads for smokeless tobacco brands in 2023 were displayed during the last 17 matches of the cricket world cup.
For detail: afaqs.com
Published Jul 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

Anti-smoking group says illegal tobacco seizures a sign more needs to be done to crack WA's black market

Vapes seized as part of a crackdown on the trade of illegal tobacco and smoking paraphernalia.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jul 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thestreet.com

Carnival Cruise Line shares strict rule passengers need to know

You can't smoke inside in any U.S. public place except for some casinos, and even that has become controversial as workers-rights groups in both Atlantic City and Las Vegas have pushed to change those rules.
For detail: thestreet.com
Published Jul 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: straitstimes.com

After 4 ‘lung washes’ and $40k spent, ex-vaper reclaims his health

Renovation site supervisor Muhammad Dandiar Rosli, 37, has stopped vaping after his expensive lesson and is a much healthier version of himself.
For detail: straitstimes.com
Published Jul 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news18.com

NMC Directs All Medical Colleges to Set Up 'Tobacco Cessation Centres'

These centres along with tobacco cessation, will also work as ’drug de-addiction centres, the circular stated.
For detail: news18.com
Published Jul 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: livemint.com

Health ministry to ask BCCI to stop showing tobacco ads during cricket match

The Directorate General of Health Services, under the aegis of the health ministry will ask the cricket body to stop broadcasting surrogate advertisements pormoting tobacco.
For detail: livemint.com
Published Jul 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dispatch.com

Ohio lawmakers want to ease smoking restrictions on cigar bars. Health experts slam idea

Some Ohio lawmakers want to ease indoor smoking restrictions for cigar lounges despite Ohio's smoking ban.
For detail: dispatch.com
Published Jul 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: afr.com

Nicotine use soaring as vapes go underground

The Albanese government’s plan to make pharmacies the gatekeepers of vaping will push more young people onto the black market, experts on the illicit trade say, as new data shows nicotine use is rising.
For detail: afr.com
Published Jul 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: usatoday.com

How to quit vaping: What experts want you to know

Vaping may appear to be a safer alternative to smoking, but experts say neither is really safe.
For detail: usatoday.com
Published Jul 13, 2024
[NCD Cigarette]

Source: thesun.my

Rules on prohibition of e-cigarette sales expected to be implemented soon

KANGAR: Specific regulations and orders related to the prohibition on the sale of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) or vape products including the sale of e-cigarettes through vending machines are expected to be implemented soon.
For detail: thesun.my
Published Jul 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

What To Know About Nicotine Pouches

Nicotine pouches are growing in popularity, even starting trends on social media, but are they safe? Franciscan Health tobacco cessation program coordinator Irene Boone Phillips explains what you need to know.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Secondhand Exposure Lower for Vaping: Study

Children exposed to vaping indoors absorb less than one-seventh the amount of nicotine as children who are exposed to indoor smoking but more than those exposed to neither, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Belgian Retailers Required to Hide Tobacco Next Year

Retailers in Belgium will be banned from displaying tobacco products effective April 1, 2025, reports EuroWeekly. The rule also applies to vapes, filters and rolling papers.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Cigarette Smuggling Complicating Gaza Aid

Organized gangs have been attacking humanitarian aid convoys in Gaza to retrieve cigarettes smuggled inside the shipments, reports The New York Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

You CAN Help Youth Rethink Vaping

So, you’ve noticed that a teen in your life is vaping. You’re concerned about their lung health AND their mental health.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

Growing concern over nicotine pouches

Nicotine pouches, which are promoted as safer than cigarettes, are growing in popularity, especially with young people.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: vovworld.vn

Hospitalizations on the rise among young people due to e-cigarette poisoning

(VOVWORLD) - The number of hospitalizations due to electronic cigarette use has been increasing recently, with most cases involving young patients experiencing acute poisoning.
For detail: vovworld.vn
Published Jul 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Smoking Behavior Linked to Personality Traits

Cigarette smokers, cigar smokers and nonsmokers each have distinct personality profiles, according to a study published July 3 in Plos One by Dritjon Gruda from Universidade Catolica Portuguesa, Portugal, and Jim McCleskey from Western Governors University in the United States.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nbcnews.com

The dark side of Zyn: How tobacco-free nicotine pouches may harm your health

Will Llamas wasn’t a regular tobacco user when a friend first introduced him to Zyn nicotine pouches.
For detail: nbcnews.com
Published Jul 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: jamanetwork.com

Secondhand Nicotine Absorption From E-Cigarette Vapor vs Tobacco Smoke in Children

Question How does children’s nicotine absorption, as indexed by serum cotinine level, differ among those (1) exposed to secondhand tobacco smoke only, (2) those exposed to secondhand e-cigarette vapor only, or (3) those exposed to neither? Findings This cross-sectional study of 1777 US children aged 3 to 11 years found that, compared with children exposed to secondhand smoke only, nicotine absorption was 83.
For detail: jamanetwork.com
Published Jul 11, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: healthydebate.ca

Vaping: A valuable harm reduction tool or a public health concern? Experts weigh in

As plumes of cotton candy and strawberry ice cream-scented clouds fill the air, the heated debate over vaping regulation in Canada wages on.
For detail: healthydebate.ca
Published Jul 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: edition.cnn.com

Secondhand e-cigarette aerosols expose kids to less nicotine than cigarettes, study finds, but can still be risky

Children who live in homes where adults use e-cigarettes are exposed to significantly less nicotine through secondhand aerosols than children in homes where adults use traditional cigarettes, a new study shows.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Jul 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bukvy.org

Ukraine bans sale of flavored tobacco and e-cigarettes

The sale of flavored cigarettes, rolling tobacco, e-cigarettes, and e-liquids, as well as cigarette packs with “improper’ labeling, is now officially banned in Ukraine.
For detail: bukvy.org
Published Jul 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Vaping effects on teens and young adults

Dr. Lauren Matthews from Lexington Pediatric Practices provides some of the effects of vaping can have on teens and young adults.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: washingtonpost.com

Some Massachusetts towns are trying to say goodbye to tobacco — forever

The moves are part of a global push to create a “nicotine-free generation.
For detail: washingtonpost.com
Published Jul 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

‘Vaping Innovation Just Getting Started’: Hon Lik

Hon Lik, the inventor of the modern e-cigarette, spoke with Imperial Brands about the vaping category, the challenges it faces and his hopes for the future of tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thesun.my

Govt amassed RM141.1 million in vape tax revenue

PETALING JAYA: The government has collected RM141.1 million in tax revenue from vape products, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim revealed in a parliamentary written reply, yesterday.
For detail: thesun.my
Published Jul 10, 2024
[WNTD Cigarette]

Source: straitstimes.com

Cigarette card games a hit among kids in China, but the authorities want to snuff these out

Kids are said to be drawn to these cards owing to their attractive designs and the sense of playing with something “forbidden”.
For detail: straitstimes.com
Published Jul 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nytimes.com

How to Quit Vaping

Millions of Americans use e-cigarettes. There’s little research into how to help them stop. A woman holds a vape while blowing smoke out of her mouth.
For detail: nytimes.com
Published Jul 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dailyparliamenttimes.com

99% children across the country subjected to second-hand smoking: Study reveals

Islamabad, (Parliament Times) : A study co-authored by researchers from the Department of Community Health Sciences and Medicine at the Aga Khan University has discovered the presence of second-hand smoking (SHS) in an alarming 95% of children in Pakistan and Bangladesh.
For detail: dailyparliamenttimes.com
Published Jul 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Blackpink's Jennie 'regrets' vaping indoors

Getty Images Jennie of BLACKPINK performs at the Coachella Stage during the 2023 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, CaliforniaGetty Images Blackpink star Jennie has apologised after a video that showed her vaping indoors sparked a huge outcry in South Korea.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jul 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ama-assn.org

More needs to be done to decrease youth access to e-cigarettes

For the 10th year in a row, e-cigarettes have been the most commonly used tobacco product among middle and high school students.
For detail: ama-assn.org
Published Jul 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Unbelievable Melbourne tobacco bust

In breaking news out of Melbourne, Victorian Police have seized three tonnes of illegal tobacco in a major operation putting a serious dent in the state's black market.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wfmj.com

Canfield group home supervisor accused of putting out cigarette on disabled patient's arm

A Canfield nursing home employee is facing charges after allegedly burning a wheelchair-bound patient by putting out a cigarette on his arm.
For detail: wfmj.com
Published Jul 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: scopeblog.stanford.edu

How the tobacco industry began funding courses for doctors

From the 1930s to the 1950s, tobacco companies regularly advertised in medical journals, promoting their brand of cigarettes as the healthier choice.
For detail: scopeblog.stanford.edu
Published Jul 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nytimes.com

Cigarette Smuggling in Gaza Turns Aid Trucks Into Targets

Organized looters are attacking aid convoys in search of contraband cigarettes, officials say, as needed aid languishes.
For detail: nytimes.com
Published Jul 09, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: nelincs.gov.uk

Support services on hand to help people to quit as new smoking figures reveal impact on region

Stop Smoking services in North East Lincolnshire are urging people to take advantage of the support available to help them to quit for good.
For detail: nelincs.gov.uk
Published Jul 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

E-cigarette use linked to lower use of lung cancer screening

Electronic cigarette use is associated with a lower use of lung cancer screening (LCS), according to a research letter published online July 2 in JAMA Network Open.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jul 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ataftax.org

From smoke to success: ATAF’s Tobacco Tax Project ignites change across Africa

ATAF aims to empower member countries to devise and implement robust tobacco tax strategies through workshops, seminars, and technical assistance.
For detail: ataftax.org
Published Jul 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thestar.com.my

Young adults who began vaping in their teens now say they can’t shake the habit

G KUMAR’S vaping addiction peaked in college at the University of Colorado, when flavoured, disposable vapes were taking off.
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published Jul 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: shropshirestar.com

Government told ‘no time to waste’ reviving smoking ban legislation

Charities were dismayed that the Tobacco and Vapes Bill did not get through Parliament before the General Election was called.
For detail: shropshirestar.com
Published Jul 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pharmacy.biz

New Australian law on vape sales infuriates pharmacists

Recently, Australia introduced a new law that restricts the sale of all types of vapes exclusively to pharmacies, as part of an effort to eliminate recreational vaping nationwide.
For detail: pharmacy.biz
Published Jul 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ofimagazine.com

Michigan to ban MCT oil in vapes

The US state of Michigan’s Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) is set to ban medium chain triglyceride (MCT) oil in vape pens.
For detail: ofimagazine.com
Published Jul 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

Teenagers using both tobacco and cannabis face higher mental health risks

In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers investigate the association between concurrent use of tobacco and cannabis with mental health problems among teenagers in the United States.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jul 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: newindianexpress.com

Man held for selling e-cigarettes to school students in Telangana

HYDERABAD : Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau (TGANB) sleuths arrested a man for selling e-cigarettes to minors in the city.
For detail: newindianexpress.com
Published Jul 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: moneycontrol.com

The cognitive toll of smoking: 7 Benefits of quitting for your brain

Benefits of quitting smoking: Kicking the butt is essential for protecting your cognitive health as you age. Studies show smoking accelerates cognitive decline.
For detail: moneycontrol.com
Published Jul 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: mjbizdaily.com

California cannabis operators pivot to comply with new vape law

Just Released! Get realistic market forecasts, state-by-state insights and benchmarks with the new 2024 MJBiz Factbook member program, now with quarterly updates.
For detail: mjbizdaily.com
Published Jul 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: mja.com.au

Pharmacies will soon be able to supply vapes without prescription: how might it work in practice?

Pharmacists will be able to supply therapeutic vaping products without a prescription from October 2024.
For detail: mja.com.au
Published Jul 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: herald.co.zw

Tobacco company moves to wheat production

A local tobacco firm has partnered the Agricultural Rural Development Authority (ARDA) to grow wheat on a 280 hectare farm using irrigation water from Arcadia Dam.
For detail: herald.co.zw
Published Jul 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healio.com

Lung cancer risks persist with e-cigarette use after quitting tobacco smoking

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on Lung Cancer in Pulmonology.
For detail: healio.com
Published Jul 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: deccanherald.com

Smoking could be most important factor affecting cognition with age: Study

New Delhi: Smokers could experience up to 85 per cent more decline in their cognitive skills such as memory and speech compared to those who did not smoke, a study has found.
For detail: deccanherald.com
Published Jul 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: businessinsider.in

Smoking is literally making you dumber as you age — but some lifestyle habits could help

In an age where we obsess over superfoods, mental exercises, and tech gadgets to boost your brainpower, it turns out that one of the most detrimental factors to our cognitive health is something a lot of people still do: smoke.
For detail: businessinsider.in
Published Jul 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc.net.au

VIDEO: Changes in vaping laws causing confusion

Laws allowing nicotine vapes to be sold in pharmacies without a prescription from October, contradicting national guidelines for classifying medicines and chemicals.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jul 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: upi.com

On This Day: Florida jury rules against Big Tobacco

In 1846, U.S. Navy Commodore J.D. Sloat proclaimed the annexation of California by the United States. In 1865, four people convicted of conspiring with John Wilkes Booth in the assassination of U.
For detail: upi.com
Published Jul 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Activists Lament Tax Plans

Pakistan’s decision to maintain cigarette tax rates at their current level represents a missed opportunity, according to health activists, reports Business Recorder.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 07, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Smoking Rates Still High in Switzerland

Nearly a quarter of Switzerland’s population (24 percent) smoked in 2022, down 3 percentage points from the rate in 2017, reports Le News, citing new data from the Federal Statistical Office.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 07, 2024
[PTC Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Pakistan Urged to Block Small Pack Exports

The African Tobacco Control Alliance (ATCA) has urged Pakistan to prevent British American Tobacco from exporting cigarettes in packs of 10 sticks to Sudan, reports The Independent.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Drug dog visits college to crack down on vapes

Devon and Cornwall Police said the children at the college responded well to seeing the sniffer dog in action A police sniffer dog has visited a college in Plymouth in a bid to deter young people from using drugs.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jul 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scmp.com

Hong Kong customs makes first bust of illicit cigarette factory, seizing HK$120 million in items

Customs described the factory as meticulously constructed, saying multiple professional staff were required to assemble and operate the machinery.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Jul 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: msn.com

Nandita Das supports Mothers Against Vaping to counter the menace of New-Age Tobacco Devices among children

In a new and significant development, ‘Mothers Against Vaping’, a united front of concerned mothers combatting the promotion of New-Age Tobacco Devices such as e-cigarettes, vapes, electronic nicotine delivery systems, heat-not-burn products, e-hookahs and similar devices among Indian children and youth, today announced that Nandita Das, Actor-Filmmaker and National Film Award winner would be supporting and endorsing their critical cause.
For detail: msn.com
Published Jul 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

HIGH BURDEN

Nicotine vapes as a tool for harm reduction are gaining support in the Southeast Asian country of Malaysia.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

What's the future of Tobacco Harm Reduction?

Watch the #GFN24 Keynote given by Vivien Azer, hosted by David Sweanor, with a response from Jonathan Fell!.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Ireland to Raise Tobacco Sales Age

With the measure, the government hopes to accelerate the decline in adult smoking prevalence, which has plateaued at 18 percent for several years, and reduce underage smoking prevalence to zero.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thetimes.com

Vape tax: How the spring budget affects e-cigarettes and tobacco

The UK is a step closer to achieving a smoke-free generation. A new bill that aims to restrict the selling and displaying of vapes and tobacco products has been introduced to parliament.
For detail: thetimes.com
Published Jul 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Study finds price is main factor in cigarette choice among Canadian smokers

Choice sets examples for the two experimental designs. Credit: Economics & Human Biology (2023).
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jul 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bna.bh

Arab Medical Union holds annual conference on smoking and society

Beirut, June 05 (BNA): The Arab Medical Union convened its 47th annual scientific conference in Tripoli, Lebanon, under the theme "Smoking and Society.
For detail: bna.bh
Published Jul 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: alabamareflector.com

Alabama state senator files bill to enforce laws around underage nicotine use

Jeremy Wong smokes an e-cigarette at The Vaping Buddha on Jan. 23, 2018, in South San Francisco, California.
For detail: alabamareflector.com
Published Jul 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: al.com

Vaping could land Alabama teens in juvenile court under new bill

An Alabama senator has pre-filed a bill that would provide penalties to youths, including potential juvenile court or fines, who possess tobacco or electronic nicotine delivery systems.
For detail: al.com
Published Jul 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: takeonedigitalnetwork.com

Enforcement action against illegal tobacco sales near schools

Leh, July 4,: To enforce the provisions of the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA), 2003, an enforcement team comprising members from the Health Department, Drug Controller, Municipality authorities, along with the Police conducted a raid on shops near Lamdon School and Kunfan Model School on June 4.
For detail: takeonedigitalnetwork.com
Published Jul 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rttnews.com

WHO Releases Clinical Treatment Guideline On Quitting Tobacco

The World Health Organization has recommended a comprehensive set of tobacco cessation interventions, including behavioral support delivered by health-care providers, digital cessation interventions and pharmacological treatments in a first of its kind guideline on quitting tobacco.
For detail: rttnews.com
Published Jul 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: northernnewsnow.com

Superior City Council passes new vape store ordinance

SUPERIOR, Wisc. (Northern News Now) - On Tuesday, the Superior City Council passed a new zoning ordinance that will help limit access to vaping devices.
For detail: northernnewsnow.com
Published Jul 04, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: newindianexpress.com

Bengaluru cops seize e-cigarettes worth Rs 3 crore in 5 months

BENGALURU: Despite a statewide ban on e-cigarettes and vaping products, Bengaluru police data reveals that in the past five months, from February 10 to June 24, around 5,850 e-cigarettes worth Rs 3 crore have been seized for drug disposal.
For detail: newindianexpress.com
Published Jul 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: mronline.org

Tobacco companies are at it again

The tobacco companies with their toxic business—peddling “the only legal consumer product that kills up to half of its users when used exactly as intended”—were for a brief time on the run.
For detail: mronline.org
Published Jul 04, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Unsafe neighborhoods could drive up smoking rates

It may sound far-fetched, but new research suggests that living in dangerous neighborhoods could trigger an unintended health harm: higher smoking rates among residents.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jul 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gmanetwork.com

DSWD can accept donations from tobacco industry —DOJ

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) may accept donations from individuals or businesses related to the tobacco industry, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday.
For detail: gmanetwork.com
Published Jul 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: en.antaranews.com

Study on alternative tobacco products to reduce disease risks: BRIN

BRIN researcher Bambang Prasetya (left) and Padjadjaran University's Professor of Periodontics, Amaliya (center), at the Asia Pacific Harm Reduction Forum (APHRF) 2024 in Jakarta on July 3, 2024.
For detail: en.antaranews.com
Published Jul 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Australia bans sale of vapes outside pharmacies

The Australian government has restricted the sale of vapes so they can only be legally bought from pharmacies in a move to cut the nation’s nicotine use.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Jul 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bringmethenews.com

MDH: Nicotine dependence rising among Minnesotan teenagers

Minnesota students who vape have shown an increase in nicotine dependency, according to new data from the Minnesota Youth Tobacco Survey.
For detail: bringmethenews.com
Published Jul 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Children given vape warning after 20,000 seized

Children in Leicestershire are being warned of the dangers of vaping after about 20,000 illegal devices were seized in the county.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jul 04, 2024
[Smoking FED]

Source: bbc.com

Beach smoking ban among options in tobacco survey

People in Guernsey are being asked for their views on how to cut smoking rates in the Bailiwick.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: wxxv25.com

Long Beach facing possible changes in non-smoking ordinance

The city of Long Beach is looking to make some potential changes to its non-smoking ordinance.
For detail: wxxv25.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: wpri.com

East Providence police crack down on illegal flavored vapes

EAST PROVIDENCE, RI. (WPRI) — East Providence police are increasing enforcement of a state law banning the sale of flavored vape products to minors.
For detail: wpri.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: truthinitiative.org

LGBT+ young people smoke and vape at a higher prevalence than non-LGBT+ peers

New Truth Initiative® research finds that a higher proportion of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender young people used cigarettes and e-cigarettes in 2021 compared to their non-LGBT+ peers, showing that disparities in tobacco use among LGBT+ young people persist and have crossed over to the e-cigarette products most popular with young people today.
For detail: truthinitiative.org
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Imperial Tobacco Canada Certified as Great Place to Work

“We are immensely proud of this recognition, especially that it comes directly from feedback received by our employees.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

NYC Wants Wholesalers to End Vape Sales

The mayor of New York City has requested a Manhattan judge to intervene immediately and halt the sale of illegal flavored vapes by 11 wholesalers in New York.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: thehindu.com

How do vapes work? A look inside

While vapes or e-cigarettes first appeared around 20 years ago as an alternative to smoking, their prevalence and use have increasingly become problematic.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehealthsite.com

Quit Smoking: WHO Releases First-Ever Treatment Guidelines To Stop Tobacco Usage In Adults

Quit Smoking: WHO Releases First-Ever Treatment Guidelines To Stop Tobacco Usage In Adults The World Health Organisation (WHO) has recently revealed its first-ever guidelines to stop tobacco usage among adults.
For detail: thehealthsite.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: technology.inquirer.net

E-cigarettes: What’s inside the typical vape?

Many use e-cigarettes or vapes as a safer alternative to smoking, but countries are warning about its dangers.
For detail: technology.inquirer.net
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: practiceupdate.com

Impact of the Use of E-Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products on the Oral Health of University Students

Each day, we'll check to see if new items have been published to the topics you're subscribed to, and we'll send you one email with all of the new items from that day.
For detail: practiceupdate.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: observerbd.com

Misconceptions about THR abound

facebook sharing buttontwitter sharing buttonlinkedin sharing buttonblogger sharing buttonpinterest sharing buttonemail sharing buttonsharethis sharing button.
For detail: observerbd.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Study: Smokers have distinct personality profiles

Cigarette smokers, cigar smokers, and non-smokers each have distinct personality profiles, according to a study published July 3, 2024 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Dritjon Gruda from Universidade Catolica Portuguesa, Portugal, and Jim McCleskey from Western Governors University, USA.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news9live.com

Struggling to quit smoking? WHO unveils first ever treatment guidelines to help tobacco users

The World Health Organization (WHO) recently released its first-ever clinical treatment guidelines.
For detail: news9live.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.un.org

New WHO guidelines to help millions quit tobacco

The UN World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday released the first-ever guidelines for those seeking to quit tobacco use, recommending a range of initiatives, treatments and digital interventions.
For detail: news.un.org
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: natlawreview.com

FDA Authorizes First Menthol-Flavored Vapor Products

On June 21, 2024, FDA issued marketing granted orders (MGOs) to NJOY LLC for two non-tobacco flavored electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) products, the DAILY 4.
For detail: natlawreview.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: msn.com

First-of-its-kind guide for quitting tobacco released by WHO

(WJET/WFXP) — The World Health Organization (WHO) created a first-of-its-kind clinical treatment guideline for those who want to quit tobacco.
For detail: msn.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Quit Tobacco]

Source: msn.com

First-of-its-kind guide for quitting tobacco released by WHO

(WJET/WFXP) — The World Health Organization (WHO) created a first-of-its-kind clinical treatment guideline for those who want to quit tobacco.
For detail: msn.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: moneycontrol.com

New WHO guidelines for quitting tobacco addiction: Understand the challenges

How to quit smoking: The World Health Organization (WHO) has introduced new guidelines to help over 750 million tobacco users quit.
For detail: moneycontrol.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: indiatoday.in

WHO issues first-ever treatment guidelines to help quit tobacco smoking

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued its first guidelines to assist people in quitting smoking, combining behavioural support, digital tools, and medications.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: india.com

Quit Smoking! WHO Releases First-Ever Treatment Guidelines to Stop Tobacco Usage in Adults

Smoking is an addiction that requires utmost determination to quit. Smoking is one of the common forms of usage of tobacco.
For detail: india.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: independent.co.uk

Australia restricts sale of e-cigarettes to pharmacies in tough new vaping regulation

Australia has banned the sale of e-cigarettes, also known as vapes, outside of pharmacies in new regulations that came into force on Monday in a bid to curb vaping.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: healthpolicy-watch.news

First Global Guidelines for Quitting Tobacco

Digital cessation programmes, behavioural support, and medication for tobacco cessation in adults are some of the measures contained in first-ever guidelines to help people quit smoking published recently by the World Health Organization (WHO).
For detail: healthpolicy-watch.news
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healthimaging.com

Former smokers who vape now still need to be screened for lung cancer. Many of them aren't

Former smokers who quit using traditional cigarettes and opt instead for electronic cigarettes are less likely to undergo recommended lung cancer screening.
For detail: healthimaging.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: fltimes.com

LETTER: E-cig coupon law not being enforced

I hope more people can consider the adverse effects of e-cigarette coupons that lead to advertisements for vaping behaviors.
For detail: fltimes.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: financialexpress.com

Want to quit smoking? WHO releases first-ever treatment guidelines for tobacco cessation

WHO recommends varenicline, Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), bupropion, and cytisine as effective treatments for tobacco cessation.
For detail: financialexpress.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: eindhovennews.com

Tobacco shops busier than ever after supermarket ban

Since the ban on the sale of tobacco products in supermarkets came into effect on 1 July, tobacco shops in and around Eindhoven have experienced a significant increase in the number of customers.
For detail: eindhovennews.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: daily-sun.com

New WHO guidelines to help millions quit tobacco

The UN World Health Organization (WHO) released the first-ever guidelines for those seeking to quit tobacco use, recommending a range of initiatives, treatments and digital interventions.
For detail: daily-sun.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: cureus.com

Artificial Intelligence for Smoking Cessation in Pregnancy

Cite this article as: Georgakopoulou V E, Diamanti A (July 03, 2024) Artificial Intelligence for Smoking Cessation in Pregnancy.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ctinsider.com

South Windsor bans cannabis and cigarette smoking, vaping near many town-owned properties

Rye Street Park, pictured on Dec. 20, 2023, has been described as an 'area of concern' by South Windsor staff when it comes to cannabis smoking in public.
For detail: ctinsider.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[TCC Tobacco]

Source: businesstoday.in

WHO endorses NRT and prescription meds in first ever tobacco cessation guidelines

Supports use of prescription medications like bupropion and cytosine; Guideline aims to support more than 750 million tobacco users worldwide who wish to quit all forms of tobacco WHO has called on healthcare providers, policymakers, and stakeholders to adopt and implement this guideline to promote tobacco cessation and improve global health outcomes.
For detail: businesstoday.in
Published Jul 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businessdailyafrica.com

Nicotine use: Stringent policies drive mushrooming black market

Consumers make choices based on a variety of factors, including convenience, social influences, and product satisfaction—not solely on health risks.
For detail: businessdailyafrica.com
Published Jul 03, 2024
[PHW Vaping]

Source: asianews.network

Australia becomes first country to ban the sale of vapes outside pharmacies

As part of new laws that have been widely welcomed by health experts, vapes – or electronic vapourisers – will need to be sold in plain colours and packaging, and cannot be advertised or locally manufactured.
For detail: asianews.network
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

5 years since landmark tobacco ruling, still no payouts

Lawyer Rob Cunningham says none of the members of the class action lawsuit have received payment from tobacco companies.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[THR Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Tobacco harm reduction market influence - past, present and future - Keynote #3

Vivien is a nicotine market specialist, and until recently, the Managing Director & Senior Analyst, Global Beverages, Tobacco and Cannabis, at TD Cowen, in New York City.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: yourerie.com

First-of-its-kind guide for quitting tobacco released by WHO

(WJET/WFXP) — The World Health Organization (WHO) created a first-of-its-kind clinical treatment guideline for those who want to quit tobacco.
For detail: yourerie.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: yahoo.com

$32 for one cigarette? In Gaza, even a nicotine fix is hard to come by

TOPSHOT - A man buys hand-rolled cigarettes from a vendor's stall along a market street in Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip on April 23, 2024 amid the ongoing conflict in the Palestinian territory between Israel and the militant group Hamas.
For detail: yahoo.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: who.int

WHO releases first-ever clinical treatment guideline for tobacco cessation in adults

The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends a comprehensive set of tobacco cessation interventions, including behavioural support delivered by health-care providers, digital cessation interventions and pharmacological treatments in a first guideline on tobacco cessation.
For detail: who.int
Published Jul 02, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: who.int

WHO clinical treatment guideline for tobacco cessation in adults

Supporting tobacco users to quit is core demand-reduction measure of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) and a key component of WHO MPOWER policy package.
For detail: who.int
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: voanews.com

US Supreme Court to weigh in on flavored e-cigarette products

The U.S. Supreme Court took up an e-cigarette case Tuesday, weighing whether the Food and Drug Administration wrongly blocked the marketing of sweet, flavored products amid a surge in vaping by young people.
For detail: voanews.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

Can I Vape If I’m Pregnant?

While there's no doubt that smoking during pregnancy poses numerous problems, what about vaping? Here are some insights.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: usatoday.com

Vapes: Supreme Court will decide if FDA unfairly blocked marketing of flavored e-cigarettes

WASHINGTON −Jimmy The Juice Man Peachy Strawberry? Suicide Bunny Mother's Milk and Cookies? Killer Kustard Blueberry? The Supreme Court said Tuesday it will decide if the federal government is unfairly blocking the marketing of flavored e-cigarettes.
For detail: usatoday.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: upi.com

Supreme Court to hear case over FDA's ability to ban e-cigarette flavors

The Supreme Court will hear a case that will test the power of the Food and Drug Administration to regulate e-cigarette flavors.
For detail: upi.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

WHO Releases First Clinical Treatment Guideline for Tobacco Cessation

The World Health Organization has released a comprehensive set of tobacco cessation interventions, including behavioral support delivered by healthcare providers, digital cessation interventions and pharmacological treatments, in its first guideline on tobacco cessation.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[FDA Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Swedish Match Presents to FDA on General Snus

Experts from Swedish Match USA, an affiliate of Philip Morris International, presented to the Tobacco Products Scientific Advisory Committee on June 26, 2024, according to a PMI press release.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thehill.com

Supreme Court to hear case involving FDA denial of flavored vape products

An employee displays some of the varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices manufactured by EB Design, formerly known as Elf Bar, at Vapes N Smoke in Pinecrest, Fla.
For detail: thehill.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sjvsun.com

Supreme Court takes up e-cigarette case

The Supreme Court has taken a case on e-cigarettes, regarding a decision from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to block the marketing of sweet flavored products.
For detail: sjvsun.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: rollcall.com

Fight over flavored vapes lands at Supreme Court

The e-cigarette makers have argued the FDA changed the rules for e-cigarette approval midstream in order to make sure their products did not make it to market Jeremy Wong smokes an e-cigarette at The Vaping Buddha in San Francisco.
For detail: rollcall.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: rollcall.com

Supreme Court to decide cases over online porn access, vapes

The Supreme Court announced Tuesday it will decide disputes over online access to pornography in Texas, Food and Drug Administration approval of e-cigarettes and a federal sentencing law, adding to the issues it will tackle in the next term that starts in October.
For detail: rollcall.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rabble.ca

Tobacco companies are at it again

Canadian tobacco companies are actively trying to capture a new generation of life-long, nicotine-addicted customers.
For detail: rabble.ca
Published Jul 02, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: politico.com

A clean slate for FDA’s e-cig application pile?

VAPING REVIEW ESTIMATE MISSED — The FDA has not yet taken action on some applications for e-cigarettes from vaping companies, including dominant players Juul and Vuse, but that could soon change.
For detail: politico.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ou.edu

Financial Incentives Double Smoking Cessation Rate for People With Socioeconomic Challenges, According to OU Study

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. – A study published today by a University of Oklahoma researcher shows that financial incentives can make a big difference in helping smokers quit.
For detail: ou.edu
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

Fruit flavored vapes and a nighttime dry cough - what's the connection?

In a recent study published in PLoS ONE, a group of researchers examined the longitudinal association between exposure to electronic cigarette (ECIG) flavors and nocturnal dry cough among ECIG users.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Financial incentives can improve smoking cessation among socioeconomically disadvantaged adults

A study published today by a University of Oklahoma researcher shows that financial incentives can make a big difference in helping smokers quit.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Australia restricts sale of e-cigarettes to pharmacies in tough new vaping regulation

Australia has banned the sale of e-cigarettes, also known as vapes, outside of pharmacies in new regulations that came into force on Monday in a bid to curb vaping.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.bloomberglaw.com

Anti-Tobacco Groups Cite Chevron in Suit on FDA’s Menthol Delay

Public health groups suing the FDA for delaying a ban on menthol cigarettes are leveraging the Supreme Court’s decision gutting the Chevron doctrine to underscore that a federal court should exercise independent judgment in determining the meaning of statutory provisions.
For detail: news.bloomberglaw.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.abplive.com

Govt Considers Restricting FDI In Tobacco Industry Soon: Report

Govt Considers Restricting FDI In Tobacco Industry Soon: Report Govt Considers Restricting FDI In Tobacco Industry Soon: Report Following the news, shares of major tobacco companies such as ITC, Godfrey Phillips, VST Industries, NTC Industries, and Golden Tobacco dropped by 1-3 per cent.
For detail: news.abplive.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: nbcnews.com

Supreme Court to weigh FDA's refusal to approve flavored vapes

WASHINGTON —The Supreme Court agreed Tuesday to consider whether the Food and Drug Administration acted unlawfully in refusing to approve flavored e-cigarettes that are often used by teens.
For detail: nbcnews.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nature.com

Opportunities for advancing science to inform tobacco regulation in an evolving tobacco landscape

Cigarette smoking has been declining among U.S. adults for over a half century, and among U.S.
For detail: nature.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: moneycontrol.com

FDI restriction on tobacco companies under consideration: CNBC-Awaaz

Centre is considering to widen the ambit of FDI curbs for cigarette manufacturing companies, and may restrict foreign investment in technology tie ups.
For detail: moneycontrol.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Supreme court to hear case challenging FDA's ban of flavored vapes

In a case that will test the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's authority to approve or reject new vaping products, the U.S.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: law.com

High Court to Consider FDA's Stance on New E-Cig Products

The federal agency has denied applications to market new e-cigarette products on the grounds it's unclear whether the number of adults who use them to quit smoking will outweigh the risk of young people taking up vaping.
For detail: law.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: jamanetwork.com

E-Cigarette Use and Lung Cancer Screening Uptake

Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) have gained popularity since 2007 and have become the second most commonly used tobacco product among US adults in 2021.
For detail: jamanetwork.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: guild.org.au

Vape control smoked

From 1 October, even the need for a prescription will be scrapped, and anyone over 18 will be able to purchase vaping products over-the-counter in community pharmacies, signaling expanded access to these products that will put a new generation of young people in harm’s way.
For detail: guild.org.au
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: globalnews.ca

Want to quit smoking? WHO recommends these treatments for tobacco users

The World Health Organization has published its “first-ever” clinical treatment guideline for people who want to quit tobacco use – which is on the decline in Canada and globally.
For detail: globalnews.ca
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: freepressjournal.in

Mumbai News: BMC Cracks Down On Tobacco Vendors Near Schools, Colleges

In a release, the civic body said the team of the F (North) ward office conducted raids and shut down four establishments - one tobacco shop and three makeshift hawking stalls.
For detail: freepressjournal.in
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: fox9.com

Teen vaping nicotine dependence increasing in Minnesota: Survey data

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison laid out his case against vaping company Juul in his lawsuit over teen use of vapes.
For detail: fox9.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: forbes.com

Supreme Court Will Take On FDA’s Tough Flavored Vape Restrictions

The Supreme Court will consider federal restrictions on e-cigarette products in its next term, as the court took up a case Tuesday concerning whether two companies’ flavored products should be restricted by the Food and Drug Administration—as e-cigarettes have continued to garner scrutiny for their appeal to children and teens.
For detail: forbes.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: filtermag.org

Supreme Court Will Hear Crucial Triton Vapes Case

As of July 1, the United States Supreme Court had four vape cases on its list for the last conference of this session.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: filtermag.org

National Harm Reduction Coalition to Work on Smoking Cessation

It felt like a big deal to see Anthony Salandy, of the National Harm Reduction Coalition (NHRC), speak at a recent event in Washington, DC, about reducing smoking-related harms.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Jul 02, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: edition.cnn.com

A view of the US Supreme Court in Washington, DC on July 1.

A view of the US Supreme Court, following the ruling on former U.S.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dailyprogress.com

Supreme Court to weigh whether regulators were heavy handed with flavored e-cigarettes

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court took up an e-cigarette case Tuesday, weighing Food and Drug Administration decisions blocking the marketing of sweet flavored products amid a surge in vaping by young people.
For detail: dailyprogress.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dailyparliamenttimes.com

SPARC celebrates WSJD: Advocates for Youth Sports and Tobacco-Free Future

Islamabad, (Parliament Times) : Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC) in collaboration with Rawalpindi Islamabad Sports Journalists Association (RISJA) celebrated World Sports Journalist Day.
For detail: dailyparliamenttimes.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cspdailynews.com

U.S. Supreme Court to Review FDA’s Denial of Flavored Vape Products

The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to consider whether the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) acted properly of barring two makers of flavored liquid for e-cigarettes from marketing their products.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: contemporaryobgyn.net

Low use of varenicline and bupropion for smoking cessation during pregnancy

A recent study reports increased use of nicotine replacement therapy over varenicline and bupropion among pregnant smokers, highlighting a need for more safety data.
For detail: contemporaryobgyn.net
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: city.ac.uk

Pricing and the potential of warnings on cigarettes to control tobacco use

Study suggests that price is the main reason for cigarette choice among Canadian smokers, over and above health warnings on the product and packaging.
For detail: city.ac.uk
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bostonglobe.com

Supreme Court to consider FDA’s ban on flavored e-cigarettes - The Boston Globe

Puff Bars and other disposable e-cigarette products on a store shelf in New York on Jan. 26, 2020.
For detail: bostonglobe.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bloomberg.com

FDA Efforts to Curb Flavored Vapes Draw Supreme Court Review

The US Supreme Court said it will hear a Biden administration appeal that aims to reinforce the Food and Drug Administration’s power to bar flavored vaping products it concludes are likely to appeal to children.
For detail: bloomberg.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

MHKs to consider bid to tighten tobacco sale laws

BBC A white cigarette, with a brown filter, has just been lit and lies on the black grid of an ashtray.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: auntminnie.com

E-cigarette users less likely to undergo lung cancer screening

Individuals who use e-cigarettes are less likely to undergo lung cancer screening (LCS), researchers have reported.
For detail: auntminnie.com
Published Jul 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: apnews.com

Supreme Court to weigh whether regulators were heavy handed with flavored e-cigarette products

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court took up an e-cigarette case Tuesday, weighing Food and Drug Administration decisions blocking the marketing of sweet flavored products amid a surge in vaping by young people.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[War Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Tobacco Turf War Spreading Across Australia

The fight to get on top of Victoria's escalating tobacco turf wars could be spreading across the country, with tobacco shops believed to be linked to an underworld kingpin being torched in other states.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Why some pharmacies don't want to stock vapes

Australia's major pharmacy chains like Priceline and TerryWhite don’t want their franchisees selling vapes.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

Changes to Australia's vape laws begin today

New vape laws have been introduced, making it illegal to purchase an e-cigarette outside a pharmacy and without a prescription.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[WHO Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

WHO Wants Cambodia to Raise Tobacco Taxes

Ada Moadsiri, World Health Organization representative in Cambodia, called for an increase in the special tax on cigarettes in the kingdom, reports the Khmer Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco Philip Morris]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

PMI Accused of ‘Manipulating Science’

Philip Morris International has been accused of “manipulating science for profit” through funding research and advocacy work with scientists, according to The Guardian.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Punching Above Its Weight

A small family business, LTL holds its own as a supplier of equipment to the global tobacco industry.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Newly created Your Tobacco Link harnesses the strengths of JEB International and Tobacco Trading and Services.

The concept for the merger was sketched on a napkin during a dinner in Antwerp.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Diversity and equal opportunities are an integral part of JTI’s business success.

According to studies, diversity in the workplace can contribute to smarter decision-making, greater productivity and reduced rates of employee turnover, along with improved corporate reputations.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Gaining Momentum

Cavendish Lloyd is eager to expand shisha tobacco production in Zimbabwe and elsewhere.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Puffs with Papers

Under the cumbersome U.S. product authorization system, it’s easier to bring new cigarettes to the market than to gain approval for lower risk products such as vapes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Celebrating Diversity

According to studies, diversity in the workplace can contribute to smarter decision-making, greater productivity and reduced rates of employee turnover, along with improved corporate reputations.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Nicotine]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Reynolds Launches Non-Nicotine Vape

R.J. Reynolds Vapor Company (RJRVC), an operating company of Reynolds American Inc.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

A Broader Approach

According to experts, established tobacco control measures may be insufficient to achieve the desired reductions in smoking and the associated burden on healthcare systems.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

A Clean Sweep

At Cerdia’s much-anticipated 12th filter colloquium, speakers detailed the progress in reducing the industry’s carbon footprint.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[NCD Vaping]

Source: thesun.my

Regulations for e-cigarette, vape urgently needed, says MMA

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has called on the government to expedite the gazettement of regulations for e-cigarettes and vape products.
For detail: thesun.my
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Shock, out of stock and secret supplies: what we found when we tried to buy vapes in Australia

That was the refrain from a cashier at a convenience store in the Melbourne suburb of Brunswick West on the day the so-called world’s toughest vape laws took effect.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thebureauinvestigates.com

Tobacco state: why Japan was the perfect testing ground for Philip Morris

Inside a tastefully furnished shop in a fashionable part of Tokyo, a range of elegant pen-like devices stand in wooden display cases.
For detail: thebureauinvestigates.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thebureauinvestigates.com

Tobacco state: why Japan was the perfect testing ground for Philip Morris

Inside a tastefully furnished shop in a fashionable part of Tokyo, a range of elegant pen-like devices stand in wooden display cases.
For detail: thebureauinvestigates.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thebureauinvestigates.com

Science for sale: Philip Morris’s web of payments to fund tobacco research

TBIJ co-publishes its stories with major media outlets around the world so they reach as many people as possible.
For detail: thebureauinvestigates.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thebureauinvestigates.com

Revealed: Philip Morris funded tobacco research with undisclosed payments

Philip Morris made undisclosed payments to fund tobacco research at top universities, the Bureau of Investigative Journalism (TBIJ) can reveal.
For detail: thebureauinvestigates.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: thebureauinvestigates.com

Inside the strategy doc Philip Morris never meant you to see

Leaked document reveals a corporate vision that stands in contrast to company’s public pronouncements We expose injustice and spark change.
For detail: thebureauinvestigates.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]

Source: thebftonline.com

VALD advocates tax reforms, effective tobacco control

Vision for Alternative Development (VALD), a civil society organisation (CSO) operating in Ghana, has called for reform in the country’s tax structure to strengthen tobacco taxation for effective control of the product and align it with international best practices, such as the World Health Organisation Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) guidelines.
For detail: thebftonline.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tga.gov.au

Vapes: information for patients and consumers

Find out about the lawful ways to access vapes, where a health practitioner considers it clinically appropriate, as well as the rules around how many vapes you can lawfully hold, including those obtained before 1 July 2024.
For detail: tga.gov.au
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Information Vaping]

Source: tga.gov.au

Vapes: information for pharmacists

Learn about changes to the regulation of vapes, and what the changes mean for sourcing these products and the requirements for dispensing.
For detail: tga.gov.au
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: messagemedia.co

County tobacco ordinance may be amended

A recently approved tobacco ordinance will be revisited for an amendment prior to the Sept.
For detail: messagemedia.co
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medscape.com

Parental Smoking Linked to Increased MS Risk in Offspring

HELSINKI, Finland — Results from a new multinational study suggests that exposure to maternal smoking during pregnancy or parental smoking during early childhood is associated with increased risk for multiple sclerosis (MS) later in life.
For detail: medscape.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Pregnant women might not be receiving nicotine replacement therapy long enough to quit smoking

Maternal use of quit smoking medicine aligns with current clinical advice, but low completion rates of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) may mean that pregnant women need more support to successfully quit smoking, a review of prescription medicine data has revealed.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: koreaherald.com

Nicotine vapes to be prescription-only in pharmacies starting today

Starting today, it will be illegal for shops to sell vapes containing nicotine.
For detail: koreaherald.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: illawarramercury.com.au

Cutting off Wollongong schools' vaping supply? Good luck with that

The author of this article is a 17-year-old Illawarra high school student who has been smoking cigarettes and vapes for five years.
For detail: illawarramercury.com.au
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: homeaffairs.gov.au

Illicit Tobacco & E-cigarette Commissioner to step up fight against illegal nicotine products

The Albanese Government has established the role of an Illicit Tobacco and E-cigarette Commissioner to further ramp up the fight against black market nicotine products.
For detail: homeaffairs.gov.au
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: health.gov.au

Changes to vaping in Australia from 1 July

All nicotine vapes in Australia are regulated as therapeutic goods. This means they can only be purchased at pharmacies to help people quit smoking or to manage their nicotine dependence.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: health.gov.au

Illicit Tobacco and E-Cigarette Commissioner to step up the fight against illegal nicotine products

The Albanese Government has established the role of an Illicit Tobacco and E cigarette Commissioner to further ramp up the fight against black market nicotine products.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

Philip Morris (PM) Gains From Smoke-Free Focus, Key Priorities

Philip Morris International Inc. PM stands strong in the tobacco space due to its efforts to revolutionize products as per the evolving consumer patterns.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ekathimerini.com

Authorities launch website for citizens to report on anti-smoking law violations

The National Transparecy Authority launched the website 1142.aead.gr on Monday for citizens to report violations of anti-smoking legislation.
For detail: ekathimerini.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: edition.cnn.com

Australia restricts vape sales to pharmacies in ‘world-leading’ move to cut nicotine use

Buying a vape just got harder in Australia with the introduction of some of the world’s toughest anti-vaping laws that limit the sale of vapes with nicotine to pharmacies.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Jul 01, 2024
[NCD Vaping]

Source: codeblue.galencentre.org

Gazettement Of Regulations Urgently Needed To Curb Vape Addiction — MMA

Vape juice products with nicotine in a vape store in Kuala Lumpur. Nicotine "salt" occurs naturally (it is not sodium chloride); tobacco leaves only contain nicotine in its salt state.
For detail: codeblue.galencentre.org
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cityhub.com.au

New vaping laws are “insulting”, major pharmacies say

Major pharmacies across Australia are speaking out against the new legislation that will allow vapes to be sold behind the counter.
For detail: cityhub.com.au
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cbc.ca

Ontario's vape taxes go up on July 1. Here's what to expect

The CBC’s Adam Miller holds an Elf Bar vaping device at a downtown Toronto vape shop on April 25, 2023.
For detail: cbc.ca
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: canberratimes.com.au

No more pretty packaging and flavours, new vape laws

Black-market tobacco and e-cigarettes are in the sights of authorities as overhauled vaping laws come into effect.
For detail: canberratimes.com.au
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

GPs anticipate influx of appointments as vape ban takes effect

Broadcast Mon 1 Jul 2024 at 12:30amMonday 1 Jul 2024 at 12:30am Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jul 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

Police allegedly seize seven tonnes of illegal tobacco in raids across Victoria

The investigation involved members of the organised crime and illicit tobacco squads as well as the Australian Taxation Office.
For detail: abc.net.au

News Excerpts of June-2024

Published Jun 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

Side Effects of SMOKING on Fitness !

Think again because those cigarettes could be eating away at your hard-earned gains.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thestar.com.my

MMA urges swift action on e-cigarette regulations

PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) urges the expedited gazettement of regulations for e-cigarettes and vape.
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published Jun 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thepost.co.nz

Investigation launched over claims of illegal cigarette sales in Timaru

An investigation into the alleged sale of illegal cigarettes in Timaru has been launched by the Ministry of Health.
For detail: thepost.co.nz
Published Jun 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thenews.com.pk

Dangerous trends for public health

he current era is marked by rapidly changing behaviours and emerging fads influenced by technology, social media and cultural shifts.
For detail: thenews.com.pk
Published Jun 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Anti-tobacco cyclothon held in Mysuru

An anti-tobacco cyclothon was held in Mysuru to spread awareness on its negative effect on health, on June 29, 2024.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Jun 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news18.com

Sitting is the New Smoking: Understanding the Health Risks and How to Combat Them

By reducing prolonged sitting and incorporating more movement into daily routines, individuals can significantly improve their physical and mental health “Sitting is the new smoking.
For detail: news18.com
Published Jun 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nbcmontana.com

Unauthorized flavored products contribute to higher rates of youth vaping in Gallatin Co.

In Gallatin County, 20% of high school students are current e-cigarette users, meaning they reported having used a vape on two or more days over the past month, a figure that is double the national average.
For detail: nbcmontana.com
Published Jun 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: mb.com.ph

Consumers lead campaign to end smoking, save smokers' lives

Consumer groups worldwide are at the forefront of a global campaign to end smoking and save smokers' lives by urging governments to adopt a science-based approach and recognize smoke-free alternatives as better substitutes to combustible cigarettes.
For detail: mb.com.ph
Published Jun 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wsj.com

Reynolds American Introduces Fruity Vapes—Minus the Nicotine

Tobacco giant enters regulatory gray area with new brand, says it will market the products only to adults.
For detail: wsj.com
Published Jun 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vapingpost.com

How Nicotine Pouches Could Speed Up the Extinction of the Cigarette Market

While taking a look at oral nicotine pouches from the lenses of different stakeholders, starting from regulators, all the way to consumers, the potential benefit of the products from a tobacco harm reduction perspective are undeniable.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Jun 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: vapingpost.com

Does Lowering Nicotine Levels in Tobacco and Nicotine Products Really Help Curb Addiction?

While proposals to cap nicotine levels in cigarettes and novel nicotine products keep popping up, most studies indicate that for smokers seeking to quit, being able to obtain their preferred nicotine intake from safer alternatives, would prove more effective than an imposed lowered amount.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Jun 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tribune.net.ph

Cigarette alternatives tech

Since the heated tobacco product IQOS was introduced in 2020, some 75,000 Filipino smokers have switched from cigarettes.
For detail: tribune.net.ph
Published Jun 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

The Wrong Answer

Recently, Costa Rica’s Ministry of Health issued “Resolution MS-DM-RC-2381-2024” prohibiting the sale and importation of synthetic nicotine and cannabinoid vaping products.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Revealed: how Sunak dropped smoking ban amid lobbying from tobacco firms

Investigation details industry campaign including legal threats and charm offensive aimed at Tory MPs Rishi Sunak abandoned his “legacy” policy to ban smoking for future generations amid a backlash from the tobacco industry in the form of legal threats, lobbying and a charm offensive aimed at Conservative MPs, an investigation reveals.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jun 29, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: systematicreviewsjournal.biomedcentral.com

Effectiveness of e-cigarettes as a stop smoking intervention in adults: a systematic review

This systematic review aims to identify the benefits and harms of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) as a smoking cessation aid in adults (aged ≥ 18 years) and to inform the development of the Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care’s (CTFPHC) clinical practice guidelines on e-cigarettes.
For detail: systematicreviewsjournal.biomedcentral.com
Published Jun 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sciencealert.com

The FDA Approved Menthol Vapes Despite Serious Risks. Here's Why.

On June 21, 2024, the US Food and Drug Administration authorized the marketing of the first electronic cigarette products in flavors other than tobacco in the US.
For detail: sciencealert.com
Published Jun 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: reuters.com

US urges dismissal of lawsuit demanding menthol cigarette ban

Newport and Camel cigarettes are stacked on a shelf inside a tobacco store in New York July 11, 2014.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Jun 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: republicworld.com

Viral Video: Minor Girl Casually Smoking on Street, Viral Reel Lands Her in Trouble at Home

Viral Video: A young girl in West Bengal has learned a harsh lesson about social media after a video of her smoking a cigarette went viral.
For detail: republicworld.com
Published Jun 29, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: msn.com

CSOs demand enforcement of graphic health warnings on tobacco products

Civil Society Organisations have urged the Federal Government and regulatory agencies to ensure the effective implementation of Graphic Health Warnings on all tobacco products, including shisha and flavoured vapes.
For detail: msn.com
Published Jun 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bloomberg.com

Cigarette Labels Were Bad. Social Media Labels Would Be Worse.

The tobacco industry used the warnings to avoid regulation and liability. Big Tech could do the same.
For detail: bloomberg.com
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wric.com

Altria seeking FDA approval for oral nicotine pouch

HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Henrico County-based tobacco product manufacturer Altria has announced that it has submitted applications to the U.S.
For detail: wric.com
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

U.S. Supreme Court Overturns Chevron Deference

The U.S. Supreme Court on June 28 overturned the “Chevron deference,” a doctrine that requires courts to defer to federal agencies when sorting out ambiguities in law. The 6-3 majority ruling could impact the U.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thosenerdygirls.org

What are the nicotine vaping trends among young people?

Over the past decade, vape use has increased among young people in the US and is now far more popular than other types of nicotine or tobacco products.
For detail: thosenerdygirls.org
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Tobacco giant accused of ‘manipulating science’ to attract non-smokers

The tobacco company Philip Morris International has been accused of “manipulating science for profit” through funding research and advocacy work with scientists.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tbsnews.net

50 lakh cigarette sticks imported as 'water purifier'

Customs authority in Chattogram has seized a container of 50 lakh cigarette sticks which had been imported after declaring the shipment as "water purifier".
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: statnews.com

Vape makers see Supreme Court ruling as a weapon in fighting FDA

WASHINGTON — Vape manufacturers are taking a victory lap over a Supreme Court decision that could dramatically weaken the Food and Drug Administration’s power to regulate tobacco and nicotine products as regulators see fit.
For detail: statnews.com
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Australians will soon only be able to buy vapes from pharmacies. Should New Zealand follow suit?

Australia will become the first country to restrict vape sales to pharmacies from next week. This new policy represents a very different approach to the path Aotearoa New Zealand is taking, and includes some important steps.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nyasatimes.com

Dialogue still needed for meaningful embracing of harm reduction

Despite the tobacco control movement’s firm stance and relentless efforts against tobacco while citing the product’s negative effects on public health, the need for a more balanced and collaborative approach has been identified to be key towards having meaningful solutions that favour the same public health.
For detail: nyasatimes.com
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.bloombergtax.com

Nicotine Goods Seller Challenges Tobacco Tax at Texas High Court

The Texas Supreme Court should leave in place a holding that RJR Vapor Co.
For detail: news.bloombergtax.com
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nature.com

Vaping and oral surgery

Vaping involves inhaling a heated aerosol of nicotine alongside flavourings and synthetic chemicals which coats the inside of the lungs, mouth and throat.
For detail: nature.com
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

Exposure to second-hand smoke and breast cancer risk in non-smoking women: a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis

Through the use of an innovative method to identify original publications, we conducted a meta-analysis of all epidemiological studies evaluating the association between second-hand smoke (SHS) exposure and breast cancer risk among female non-smokers published in English up to October 2022.
For detail: nature.com
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: metrowestdailynews.com

Authorities say Hopkinton man failed to pay $467K in excise taxes on vape products

WOBURN — A 61-year-old Hopkinton man has been arraigned on charges he failed to pay hundreds of thousands of dollars in excise taxes on vaping products he sold at stores he owned in Marlborough, Sudbury and Whitinsville.
For detail: metrowestdailynews.com
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Combination of varenicline and nicotine lozenges found to increase smoking abstinence

Smokers seeking to conquer their addiction may have a new treatment option following the results from a clinical trial led by Monash University, which found a combination of varenicline and nicotine lozenges significantly improved smoking abstinence when compared with varenicline alone.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: marketwatch.com

Non-Smoker Life Insurance: What To Know (2024)

Non-smokers generally pay less than smokers for life insurance.
For detail: marketwatch.com
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: health.gov.au

Parliament's backing means Australia will lead the world on vaping action

The Australian Government’s world leading vaping reforms will become a reality from this Monday 1 July, after the unanimous backing of the Senate and the passage of the Bill through Parliament.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: freepressjournal.in

Mumbai: Man Arrested For Smoking Inside Lavatory Of Indigo Flight

The IndiGo staff registered a case against the accused under various sections of the Indian Penal Code, along with section 22 (smoking in aircraft) of the Aircraft Act.
For detail: freepressjournal.in
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: financialexpress.com

Man grows hair in his throat after years of smoking—Know all about this bizarre case

There were 6-9 hairs that are 2 inches long and grew through his voice box and even into his mouth.
For detail: financialexpress.com
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fda.gov

FDA Enhances Tobacco Retailer Inspection Database

This week, FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products updated the presentation of information about tobacco compliance check outcomes on the FDA website and expanded the information available.
For detail: fda.gov
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: deccanherald.com

Australian man finds hair growth inside throat, doctors attribute it to heavy smoking

A report in the American Journal of Case Reports has found that a 52-year-old Australian man developed a rare condition in which he experienced hair growth in his throat, possibly due to smoking.
For detail: deccanherald.com
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bmj.com

Philip Morris: Leaked documents show how company tries to influence science and policy on heated tobacco

A series of leaked documents from the tobacco giant Philip Morris International has sparked concern about its research ethics and marketing of controversial new heated tobacco products.
For detail: bmj.com
Published Jun 28, 2024
[Vape]

Source: abc.net.au

Major pharmacy chains reject vape laws, signalling franchisees shouldn't sell vaping productsa male customer stands waiting at a pharmacy counterMajor pharmacy brands have rejected the government's vaping sales ban

Several of Australia's largest pharmacy brands have indicated they will not move to stock vapes once their sale is outlawed outside of chemists, and a prescription requirement for adults is dropped.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

No Butts Baby - Smoking in Pregnancy Part B - Support to Quit

This series of short animations provides information, advice and support for pregnant women about how to quit smoking.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

No Butts Baby - Smoking in Pregnancy Part A - Myths and Facts

If you are pregnant and would like to quit smoking, speak to your midwife, download the Quit For You, Quit for 2 App or call the Quitline on 13 78 48.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Quit Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

This happens after you quit smoking (and it's normal)

So, you quit smoking and you’re coughing.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: yalemedicine.org

Researchers Note Latest Vaping Concern: ‘Hacked’ E-Cigarette Devices

Yale researchers in addiction medicine are concerned that teens may not know that they could be vaping with nicotine, a highly addictive drug.
For detail: yalemedicine.org
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Scandinavian Tobacco to Acquire Mac Baren

Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) has agreed on the terms and conditions for the acquisition of all the shares of Mac Baren Tobacco Co.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

KT&G Supporting Farmers

KT&G delivered welfare improvement support funds amounting to approximately KRW420 million ($303,020) to tobacco farmers.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thesun.my

‘Pass laws against sale of caffeine-flavoured vapes’

PETALING JAYA: Laws should be passed against vapes, especially those with flavours that contain caffeine, said Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia public health medicine specialist Prof Dr Sharifa Ezat Wan Puteh.
For detail: thesun.my
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thehindu.com

Anti-tobacco cyclothon in Mysuru on June 29

Organized by Bharath Hospital and Institute of Oncology (BHIO), the Cyclothon will commence from Kote Anjaneyaswamy Temple near the north gate of Mysuru palace and pass through Jayachamarajendra Circle, also known as Hardinge Circle, Gun House, and Mysuru City Corporation circle before returning to the starting point at Kote Anjaneyaswamy Temple.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Ultra-processed foods need tobacco-style warnings, says scientist

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are displacing healthy diets “all over the world” despite growing evidence of the risks they pose and should be sold with tobacco-style warnings, according to the nutritional scientist who first coined the term.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: theconversation.com

What’s really inside vapes? We pulled them apart to find out

Miles Park 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 Jun 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: taiwannews.com.tw

E-Cigarette Market Key Players, Growth Analysis during 2024-2032

Our comprehensive research on the E-Cigarette (2024-2032) provides invaluable insights for businesses.
For detail: taiwannews.com.tw
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: stockton.gov.uk

Shop shut down for selling counterfeit cigarettes

Another Stockton town centre shop has been closed for selling illicit and counterfeit cigarettes to customers.
For detail: stockton.gov.uk
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Mother horrified non-smoking daughter able to win nicotine pouches online

A Christchurch woman says she is horrified that her non-smoking teenage daughter was given addictive nicotine pouches as part of a social media promotion.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

Altria seeks FDA marketing order for oral nicotine pouch products

A woman poses with a cigarette in front of Altria logo in this illustration taken July 26, 2022.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: prnewswire.com

VFLY C1 Disposable Vape: The World's First Real-Time Vaping Visual Experience

SHENZHEN, China, June 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- VFLY, an innovative leader in the vaping industry and a proud subsidiary of SKE is excited to announce the launch of its first product, the VFLY C1 Disposable Vape.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: pinkvilla.com

Nawazuddin Siddiqui says he was once badly addicted to smoking; recalls performing Mahabharata’s dialogues on loop when high

In a recent interview, Nawazuddin Siddiqui opened up about his smoking addiction and revealed that when high he used to perform Mahabharata’s dialogues on a loop.
For detail: pinkvilla.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pattayamail.com

Survey reveals 60% believe e-cigarette can help quit smoking

The results show that 18% of respondents are e-cigarette users, with many harboring incorrect views about vaping, specifically, 61% think it aids in quitting traditional cigarettes, 51% regard nicotine as healthy, and 50% consider e-cigarettes safer than traditional smoking.
For detail: pattayamail.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

New research reveals that a tobacco company has secretly funded Japanese academics

New revelations, published in Nicotine and Tobacco Research, reveal the recent activities of Philip Morris International (PMI) and its Japanese affiliate, Philip Morris Japan (PMJ).
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: leadership.ng

Smoking: Why Implementation Of Tobacco Control Act Is Crucial

Nine years after the National Tobacco Control Act was signed into law by former president, Goodluck Jonathan, the law is still not fully implemented as smoking in public places remain a common practice in Nigeria.
For detail: leadership.ng
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: khaleejtimes.com

UAE doctors warn of vape addiction among smokers who are trying to quit

Medical experts advise people to get support from their friends, family and specialists for nicotine replacement therapy, for help in quitting the habit Image used for illustrative purpose.
For detail: khaleejtimes.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: just-food.com

Ultra-processed foods ‘should carry tobacco-style warning’

The Brazilian scientist who coined the term ultra-processed foods (UPFs) is calling for such products to carry a health warning of the type seen on tobacco packaging.
For detail: just-food.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: hopkintonindependent.com

Hopkinton man faces charges of failing to pay $467K in excise taxes related to vaping business

A Hopkinton man will appear in court on July 9 to answer to charges of allegedly failing to pay more than $467,000 in excise taxes between 2020 and 2022, the Middlesex County District Attorney’s Office announced Thursday.
For detail: hopkintonindependent.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: hellopartner.com

ASA Rules Against Multiple Vape Brands for Irresponsible Affiliate Marketing

As part of a wider investigation into affiliate promotion of e-cigarettes, ASA found three brands to be in breach of advertising regulations.
For detail: hellopartner.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: deccanchronicle.com

Hair Inside Austria Man's Throat Because of Smoking Trending

Hyderabad: After smoking a pack of cigarettes every day for years, a 52-year-old Austria man began to experience an extremely rare condition-hair growing inside his throat.
For detail: deccanchronicle.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: citizen.co.za

Vaping’s popcorn lung predicament

New research suggests that vaping is linked to chronic lung disease, asthma, cardiovascular disease, seizures, strokes, and cancer.
For detail: citizen.co.za
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bollywoodhungama.com

Nawazuddin Siddiqui ADMITS smoking up in past, calls it a “mistake”; says, “The high you’d get in that was a lot of fun”

Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui recently revealed his experience with marijuana use during an interview with Ranveer Allahbadia.
For detail: bollywoodhungama.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

I tried vaping and it was like breathing in fire'

BBC Evie says she was "peer pressured" into trying a vape when she was eight years old but would never do so again.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Davey defends support for legalising cannabis and smoking ban

Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has insisted his support for legalising cannabis is not "inconsistent" with backing a phased smoking ban.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

More than 14,500 vapes seized by Trading Standards

More than 14,500 vapes have been seized by a branch of Kent's Trading Standards team in about half a year.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bath.ac.uk

Philip Morris International has secretly funded Japanese academics

Leaked documents show the tobacco giant attempting to influence science and public health policy in Japan by covertly funding research and expert networks Published on Thursday 27 June 2024 Leaked documents reveal that the tobacco giant Philip Morris International secretly funded scientific research New revelations, published in Nicotine and Tobacco Research, reveal the recent activities of Philip Morris International (PMI) and its Japanese affiliate, Philip Morris Japan (PMJ).
For detail: bath.ac.uk
Published Jun 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: abc.net.au

Concerns 'watering down' of vaping legislation means young Tasmanians will continue to get addicted to nicotine

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For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Australia's new 'world-leading' vaping laws are nearly here, and very watered down

Australia is expected to become the first country to ban the sale of vapes outside pharmacies. But its so-called 'world-leading' laws have been substantially watered down.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Ethiopia Breathing Change

We are excited to launch a new documentary series on Tobacco Control and the laws within African countries.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

Doctors concerned vape ban will push youth to cigarettes

Doctors fear a national crackdown on vape sales could prompt young Australians to smoke cigarettes instead.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Estonia Smoke-Free Spaces Expanding

Estonia’s government has plans to expand smoke-free outdoor spaces, including places like beaches and parks, according to ERR News.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

SindiTabaco Publishes Anniversary Paper

To celebrate its 77th anniversary, SindiTabaco launched the document “Controversial issue, counterpoint necessary.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 26, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: thesun.my

Increase in heart disease amongst young Malaysians concerning : IJN CEO

PETALING JAYA: The National Heart Institute (IJN) has reported a concerning rise in heart-related diseases among individuals in their twenties and thirties, some of whom are experiencing heart attacks due to tobacco addiction.
For detail: thesun.my
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thedaily.case.edu

Law’s Jonathan Adler shares thoughts on the FDA’s approach to vaping products

The Washington Post: After the Food and Drug Administration reversed its ban on Juul e-cigarette products, Jonathan Adler, the Johan Verheij Memorial Professor of Law, said the agency has been “overwhelmed and sloppy” in defending its approach to vaping products.
For detail: thedaily.case.edu
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theconversation.com

Australians will soon only be able to buy vapes from pharmacies. Should New Zealand follow suit?

Janet Hoek receives funding from the Heatlh Research Council and NZ Cancer Society; she has previously received funding from the Royal Society Marsden Fund.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: stockton.edu

On-Campus Health Services Combating Smoking, Vaping

Two grants received by Stockton University's Department of Health, Outreach, Promotion and Education (HOPE) will fund a task force and programs and initiatives geared toward making Stockton a 100% tobacco-free campus.
For detail: stockton.edu
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: rstreet.org

Why Harm Reductionists Distribute Safer (Drug) Smoking Supplies

Can switching from injecting to smoking drugs save a life? Or does it just encourage people to keep using harmful substances? This debate has played out in the media and legislatures across the United States in recent years, as harm reductionists advocated for permissions to distribute so-called safer smoking kits while opponents claimed the practice simply enables drug use without reducing risks.
For detail: rstreet.org
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: racgp.org.au

Vapes as pharmacy-only medication starting Monday

Legislation cutting off the retail sale of vapes in Australia has passed through the Senate, despite opposition from pharmacy groups.
For detail: racgp.org.au
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nutraingredients.com

IFF wild green oat extract improves mental wellbeing when quitting smoking

Additionally, more people taking GOE were more successful at reducing their smoking habit in the study, highlighting its potential as a support for quitters, wrote Marina Friling, researcher at IFF Health, Migdal Haemek, Israel, and colleagues in Frontiers in Nutrition​.
For detail: nutraingredients.com
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Harmful and Potentially Harmful Constituents in E-Liquids and Aerosols from Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS)

In 2012, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) published an established list of 93 harmful and potentially harmful constituents (HPHCs) targeting four tobacco product types (cigarettes, cigarette tobacco, roll-your-own tobacco, smokeless tobacco).
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.yahoo.com

FDA authorized the sale of menthol-flavored e-cigarettes

The Conversation asked Jamie Hartmann-Boyce, a health policy expert who specializes in tobacco control and e-cigarette products, to explain the pros and cons of the FDA’s authorization and what it could mean for vulnerable populations.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Health professionals welcome vape ban as smoke settles

Health professionals have welcomed a world-leading ban on vapes, with the sale of e-cigarettes restricted to pharmacies as part of a government crackdown on recreational smoking.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

Association of smoking cessation patterns and untreated smoking with glaucoma, cataract, and macular degeneration: a population-based retrospective study

This study aims to assess the association between nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), varenicline, and untreated smoking with the risk of developing eye disorders.
For detail: nature.com
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: msn.com

Digital strategies for tobacco harm reduction awareness

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 Jun 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: moderndiplomacy.eu

The international shift from tobacco to e-cigarettes and its impact on the Indonesian economy

Electronic Cigarettes (Vape) has gained popularity among youths. These devices mimic the usage of cigarettes by shifting the main ingredient from tobacco to other flavoured liquids.
For detail: moderndiplomacy.eu
Published Jun 26, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: medianet.com.au

Heart Foundation welcomes passage of new e-cigarette legislation

New legislation passed by the Senate today will help protect young people from the harms of e-cigarettes and vapes The Heart Foundation has welcomed the passage through the Senate of new legislation – The Therapeutic Goods and Other Legislation Amendment (Vaping Reforms) Bill 2024 - that will help keep e-cigarettes and vapes out of the hands of children.
For detail: medianet.com.au
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: investing.com

Altria seeks FDA marketing order for oral nicotine pouch products

© Reuters. FILE PHOTO: A woman poses with a cigarette in front of Altria logo in this illustration taken July 26, 2022.
For detail: investing.com
Published Jun 26, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: heartfoundation.org.au

Heart Foundation welcomes passage of new e-cigarette legislation

New legislation passed by the Senate today will help protect young people from the harms of e-cigarettes and vapes The Heart Foundation has welcomed the passage through the Senate of new legislation – The Therapeutic Goods and Other Legislation Amendment (Vaping Reforms) Bill 2024 - that will help keep e-cigarettes and vapes out of the hands of children.
For detail: heartfoundation.org.au
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: exposetobacco.org

Leaked Document from Philip Morris Japan Reveals Influence Strategy to Manufacture Support for IQOS Heated Tobacco Product

(Bath, UK and New York, June 27, 2024) — As one of the world’s biggest cigarette corporations, Philip Morris International (PMI), attempts to reposition itself in an era of declining smoking rates, it is accelerating its efforts to attract new generations of tobacco consumers to its IQOS heated tobacco product (HTP).
For detail: exposetobacco.org
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: eureporter.co

Leaving out science and innovation from nicotine regulation perpetuates smoking, warns Global Forum on Nicotine

“What if we found a parallel universe where people got their nicotine in non-combustion ways but they got their caffeine by smoking tea leaves? If somebody wanted to teach people to brew tea instead, would you say ‘oh my God, think of the children? What if a child is attracted to drinking tea? What if somebody who would have totally quit smoking tea leaves, starts drinking tea? What if there were flavours for those teas and people found that tea more acceptable? They might even drink more!’ We would laugh at that sort of thing and we should be laughing at the people who make that argument now about nicotine”.
For detail: eureporter.co
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: coindesk.com

ZynCoin Meme Token Patches Things Up With Tobacco Giant Philip Morris

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 29: In this photo illustration, ZYN nicotine cases and pouches are seen on a table on January 29, 2024 in New York City. Sen.
For detail: coindesk.com
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: charlotteobserver.com

NC set to ban most vaping products. Would it protect kids or big tobacco?

Hundreds of e-cigarette products are likely to be banned in North Carolina under new rules overwhelmingly approved by state lawmakers.
For detail: charlotteobserver.com
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc7chicago.com

53K illegal vapes from China seized in Chicago, Customs and Border Protection says

Tens of thousands of vaping pens from China were seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protections in Chicago.
For detail: abc7chicago.com
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: abc.net.au

As Australia cracks down on vaping, there are concerns that without support some young people could turn to cigarettes

When the cost of living started to bite, Karen turned to vapes for what she saw as a cheaper alternative to smoking.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jun 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: 9news.com.au

What is going on with Australia's vaping laws?

Vaping laws in Australia are under the microscope as the government tackles what it has called "the biggest loophole in Australian healthcare history.
For detail: 9news.com.au
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Adults allowed to buy vapes without prescription, watering down reforms

Vaping reforms have been watered down, with adults being allowed to purchase vapes without prescription from pharmacists.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: wired.com

The US Is Being Flooded by Chinese Vapes

In late March, a smoke shop in Dyersburg, Tennessee, announced the arrival of a new product in its store: a disposable nicotine vape with an LCD display that can be connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth.
For detail: wired.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Eliminate illicit trade in tobacco, control unrecorded alcohol: WHO

The World Health Organization today called on Member countries in South-East Asia Region to take effective steps to track, trace and eliminate illicit trade in tobacco products, and control unrecorded alcohol, while cautioning that all forms of tobacco and alcohol, legal or illegal, are harmful to health.
For detail: who.int
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: upi.com

CBP, FDA agents confiscate $1.08M worth of illegal vaping pens from China

U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Federal Food and Drug Administration discovered $1.08 million worth of vaping pens (such as one pictured) this week in Chicago, authorities said.
For detail: upi.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Australia Softens Stance on Vaping Product Ban

Australia will soften a proposed ban on vaping following opposition from the Greens party, leading the government to agree to revise a bill that would have limited vapes to those with a doctor’s prescription.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Durbin Disappointed in FDA for Menthol Vape Order

When the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the marketing of four Njoy brand menthol e-cigarette products, Senator Dick Durbin was disappointed.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Menthol Marketing Orders ‘Significant Step’

Vapes are a powerful tool for adult smokers making the transition from cigarettes to reduced-risk products (RRP).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: thewest.com.au

Pharmacies will not be forced to stock vapes after Federal Government watered-down e-cigarette crackdown

Pharmacies will not be forced to stock vapes after the Federal Government watered down its e-cigarette crackdown to allow Australians to buy them without a doctor’s prescription.
For detail: thewest.com.au
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thenorthlines.com

FDA allows sale of menthol e-cigarettes despite health risks to youth

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently authorized the sale of four menthol-flavored electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), better known as e-cigarettes, manufactured by NJOY.
For detail: thenorthlines.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Australia’s new vaping laws explained: where will vapes be sold and when do the changes come into force?

The Albanese government has been pushing for world-first reforms that would have meant vapes would only be available at pharmacies with a prescription from a GP or nurse practitioner, a move backed by more than 50 public health organisations, peak doctor groups, and groups across social work and education.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Ending easy access to harmful vapes will prevent another generation of Australians becoming addicted

A bill before the Australia Senate this week finally closes major loopholes in vaping regulations.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

The Guardian view on smoking and public health: the fight against big tobacco continues

Seventy years ago, the British government recognised that smoking caused lung cancer, thanks to a breakthrough in medical science.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

UK anti-smoking policies ‘comparable with sanitation reform in 19th century’

Health expert cautions against normalisation of tobacco deaths 70 years since direct link between smoking and cancer uncovered Public health initiatives on smoking in the UK are comparable in scale with the interventions made regarding clean water and sanitation in the 19th century, a leading expert has said.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tbsnews.net

Finalise tobacco control law immediately: Campaigners to govt

The delay in finalising the amendment to the tobacco control law is only increasing the deaths and losses incurred by tobacco use, experts said during a workshop in Dhaka on Monday.
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: sydney.edu.au

New vaping reforms to end vape sales from general retailers: experts explain

The Australian Senate is set to pass a bill that will see the end of all vape sales – regardless of nicotine content – from general retailers.
For detail: sydney.edu.au
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: sydney.edu.au

No more recreational vaping for Australians. What next?

The Australian Senate is set to pass a bill that will see the end of all vape sales – regardless of nicotine content – from general retailers.
For detail: sydney.edu.au
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: statnews.com

Journals issue corrections noting vaping researchers’ undisclosed ties to Juul

WASHINGTON — A journal published by the American Medical Association has corrected four articles from two of the nation’s top tobacco researchers, Ray Niaura and David Abrams, after STAT uncovered undisclosed ties the New York University professors had with the e-cigarette company Juul.
For detail: statnews.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Alleged illegal cigarette factory uncovered in Christchurch

Customs says it has confiscated approximately 80 kilograms of tobacco along with equipment to manufacture cigarettes.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: oakpark.com

OPRF hopes detectors can crack down on vaping

Oak Park and River Forest High School is looking for ways to tackle vaping on campus with the help of vaping detectors.
For detail: oakpark.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: msn.com

CBP, FDA agents confiscate $1.08M worth of illegal vaping pens from China

Breaking News: Powerful Category 5 Hurricane Beryl is moving across the Caribbean this week with hurricane warnings in effect for Jamaica through Wednesday.
For detail: msn.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailyprogress.com

Altria wins first FDA OK for menthol e-cigarettes

Virginia-based Altria's NJOY ACE was already the only pod-based e-cigarette to win FDA marketing orders, covering its tobacco-flavored products As a long-running debate over banning menthol cigarettes comes to a head, Henrico County-based Altria Group has won U.S.
For detail: dailyprogress.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cstoredive.com

Njoy earns FDA’s first menthol e-cigarette marketing approval

The Altria-owned company can sell the pods and disposable vapes as it looks to expand its distribution to 100,000 stores by the end of the year.
For detail: cstoredive.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: contemporarypediatrics.com

AAP president responds to FDA's marketing authorization of menthol-flavored e-cigarettes

"This decision will have serious health consequences for children and young people," stated the president of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
For detail: contemporarypediatrics.com
Published Jun 25, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cbp.gov

53,700 Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems seized by Chicago CBP

CHICAGO– U.S. Customs and Border Protections (CBP) officers in Chicago recently seized 53,700 electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) for violating the U.
For detail: cbp.gov
Published Jun 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc.net.au

Vaping laws are changing in Australia. Here's what we know

The federal government has been trying to pass its "world leading" vape bill after it was introduced into parliament in March 2024.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Malawi farmers reap rewards of ditching tobacco farming

Farmers in Malawi have begun to benefit from shifting away from tobacco cultivation. But some say there are challenges due to a lack of markets for their crops.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Australia to become first country to ban sale of vapes outside of pharmacies

Australia will become the first country to ban the sale of vapes outside of pharmacies, but access won't be restricted to prescription-only.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Are we losing the war against cigarettes? #GFN24

Check out Andrzej Fal's #GFN24 keynote 'Health and economic benefits of tobacco harm reduction' which is now live on the GFN.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wusf.usf.edu

FDA's approval of menthol e-cigarettes: a smokers' aid or 'Pandora's box'?

The FDA said it authorized four menthol e-cigarettes from Njoy, the vaping brand recently acquired by tobacco giant Altria, which also sells Marlboro cigarettes.
For detail: wusf.usf.edu
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: watoday.com.au

Vapes to be sold behind the counter under watered-down ban

Australians will be able to buy plain-packaged nicotine vapes from pharmacies without a prescription from October after the Albanese government walked back its world-leading plan to outlaw all e-cigarette sales without a doctor’s prescription.
For detail: watoday.com.au
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: usnews.com

Australia Waters Down Planned World First Vape Ban After Opposition From Greens

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia will water down a planned world first ban on vaping after opposition from the Greens party led the government on Monday to agree to amend a bill that would have restricted vapes to those with a doctor's prescription.
For detail: usnews.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: townsvillebulletin.com.au

Vapes to be sold in pharmacies as Labor shelves script requirements

Labor is set to shelve the prescription requirements for the e-cigarettes after it clinched a deal with the Greens to pass its vaping crackdown.
For detail: townsvillebulletin.com.au
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Brazilian Flood Damage Assessed

The floods that hit Rio Grande do Sul in early May have done significant damage to the Brazilian state’s tobacco-growing sector, according to a survey conducted by the Interstate Tobacco Industry Union (SindiTabaco) and its associate companies.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tiranapost.al

Global Nicotine Forum in Warsaw: Restrictive harm reduction policies drive illegality

Although well-intentioned, regulatory policies with a fundamentally restrictive approach when it comes to reducing the harm of smoking do not work.
For detail: tiranapost.al
Published Jun 24, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: thenewdaily.com.au

‘Alarming’: Young Aussies struggle to quit vapes

Vape users aged between 14 and 25 are remaining hooked to the habit despite repeated attempts to quit, a survey reveals.
For detail: thenewdaily.com.au
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Labor and Greens strike anti-vaping deal

Teams of lawyers from the rich and powerful trying to stop us publishing stories they don’t want you to see.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Doctors accuse Nationals of serving interests of tobacco lobby by opposing vaping prohibition

The Australian Medical Association has accused David Littleproud and the Nationals of taking the advice of the tobacco lobby over health experts on vaping and accused the junior Coalition party of seeking “to gamble with people’s health”.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Morning Mail: Nationals accused of serving tobacco lobby on vaping; supermarkets face massive fines; 1,300 die in hajj heat

Good morning. Parliament is back this week and should take a crucial vote on the government’s anti-vaping restrictions.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theconversation.com

No more recreational vaping for Australians. From October, vapes will be sold over the counter at pharmacies

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 Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: smh.com.au

Vapes to be sold behind the counter under watered-down ban

Australians will be able to buy plain-packaged nicotine vapes from pharmacies without a prescription from October after the Albanese government walked back its world-leading plan to outlaw all e-cigarette sales without a doctor’s prescription.
For detail: smh.com.au
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: skynews.com.au

Vaping has led to ‘extraordinary’ dependence in ‘young Australians’

Australian Medical Association President Professor Steve Robson says vaping has led to “extraordinary” levels of dependence in “young Australians”.
For detail: skynews.com.au
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: shelbynews.com

FDA's Move to OK First Menthol Vapes Is Big Mistake, Health Advocates Say

MONDAY, June 24, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's decision to authorize the first menthol-flavored e-cigarettes has drawn the the ire of health advocates who say the decision undermines efforts to end the youth vaping epidemic in America.
For detail: shelbynews.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: scimex.org

EXPERT REACTION: Vapes to be available in Aussie pharmacies after vaping ban changes

Not peer-reviewed: This work has not been scrutinised by independent experts, or the story does not contain research data to review (for example an opinion piece).
For detail: scimex.org
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: sbs.com.au

Australia to introduce world-first vape ban as government strikes deal with Greens

Under the government's adjusted legislation, vape sales will be banned outside pharmacies but prescriptions will not be required for adults.
For detail: sbs.com.au
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rstreet.org

Menthol-Flavored Electronic Cigarette Receives Marketing Granted Order from the FDA

On June 21, 2024, the Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) announced that four electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) had successfully completed the regulatory pathway known as the premarket tobacco application (PMTA) process.
For detail: rstreet.org
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: reuters.com

Australia waters down planned world first vape ban after opposition from Greens

Flavoured vape juices stand on a counter at a vape store, in Melbourne, Australia, May 2, 2023.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reason.com

FDA Belatedly and Arbitrarily Approves Menthol Vapes

The agency's inscrutable approach to harm-reducing nicotine products sacrifices consumer choice and public health on the altar of youth protection.
For detail: reason.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: qz.com

Menthol-flavored vapes just got FDA approval

The Food and Drug Administration announced Friday that it has authorized the marketing of four menthol-flavored e-cigarette products from NJOY.
For detail: qz.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

The association between smoking and smokeless tobacco use with dental caries among Pakistani patients

Background: Tobacco use is widely recognised as a significant risk factor for oral cancer and periodontal diseases. However, the relationship between various types of tobacco use and dental caries has been inconsistent.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

Study reveals cannabis and tobacco users face higher COVID-19 hospitalization and adverse outcomes

In a recent cohort study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers from the United States of America investigated the association between the use of cannabis and tobacco and health outcomes in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Pharmacy lobby blasts plan for chemists to sell vapes

Vapes will be sold only through pharmacies with people under 18 banned from buying them unless they have a prescription in a move that has been slammed by the healthcare professionals' peak body.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Softened vape rules win Greens’ support

The Albanese government has secured the support of the Greens over its controversial vaping regulations.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.com.au

Vapes to be sold in pharmacies as Labor shelves script requirements

Labor is set to shelve the prescription requirements for the e-cigarettes after it clinched a deal with the Greens to pass its vaping crackdown.
For detail: news.com.au
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: msn.com

Australia waters down planned world first vape ban after opposition from Greens

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia will water down a planned world first ban on vaping after opposition from the Greens party led the government on Monday to agree to amend a bill that would have restricted vapes to those with a doctor's prescription.
For detail: msn.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: movies.yahoo.com

Juul ban could allow Altria to explore e-cigarette options - analysts

A hand with a cigarette is seen in front of displayed logos of Philip Morris and Altria in this picture illustration Juul ban could allow Altria to explore e-cigarette options - analysts (Reuters) - Juul's U.S.
For detail: movies.yahoo.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: miragenews.com

Greens Back Vaping Law After Securing Amendments

The Greens have negotiated amendments to the Therapeutic Goods and Other Legislation Amendment (Vaping Reforms) Bill 2024 and will support the legislation's passage through the Senate.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: miragenews.com

Alarming Rise in Vaping Among South Australian Youth

E-cigarette use and vaping among young people has almost doubled in a year, according to new research from Preventive Health SA.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

FDA's move to OK first menthol vapes is big mistake, health advocates say

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's decision to authorize the first menthol-flavored e-cigarettes has drawn the the ire of health advocates who say the decision undermines efforts to end the youth vaping epidemic in America.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: manxradio.com

MHK seeks strict new controls on sale of tobacco-based products to young people

A member of the House of Keys wants stringent new controls on the sale of tobacco products to young people.
For detail: manxradio.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: kxan.com

FDA approves 1st menthol e-cigarettes, saying they could help adult smokers

The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, the government’s strongest indication yet that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: kxan.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healthday.com

FDA's Move to OK First Menthol Vapes Is Big Mistake, Health Advocates Say

MONDAY, June 24, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's decision to authorize the first menthol-flavored e-cigarettes has drawn the the ire of health advocates who say the decision undermines efforts to end the youth vaping epidemic in America.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: hawaii.edu

Middle school voices help anti-vaping strategies

A team of researchers from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and University of California Riverside collaborated with Hawaiʻi Island schools to explore and develop strategies to prevent vape use among middle school students, with input from 69 students helping shape the prevention curriculum.
For detail: hawaii.edu
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: freemalaysiatoday.com

Aussies water down planned world first vape ban

About 22% of Australians aged 18 to 24 have used an e-cigarette or vaping device at least once.
For detail: freemalaysiatoday.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dunyanews.tv

Australia vape ban bill watered down after opposition from Greens

Import of most vapes was already banned earlier this year while also limiting the number of flavours that can be sold About 22pc Australians aged 18-24 have used an e-cigarette or vaping device at least once.
For detail: dunyanews.tv
Published Jun 24, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: convenience.org

FDA Authorizes Four Menthol-Flavored E-Cigarette Products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized the marketing of four menthol-flavored e-cigarette products through the premarket tobacco product application (PMTA) pathway: NJOY Ace Pod Menthol 2.
For detail: convenience.org
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cancerhealth.com

FDA Authorizes Sale of Menthol E-cigarettes

“Authorizing the sale of any flavored e-cigarette…fails to protect young people from a lifetime of addiction,” says ACS CAN president.
For detail: cancerhealth.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businessday.ng

Top 10 African countries battling highest tobacco use

The high prevalence of tobacco use in African countries can be attributed to cultural norms that perceive smoking as acceptable, especially among men.
For detail: businessday.ng
Published Jun 24, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: blog.ucsusa.org

Taking a Lesson from the Tobacco Ad Ban to Shut Down Fossil Fuel Greenwashing

Numerous national flags are seen in front of the United Nations Office at the Palais de Nations in Geneva, Switzerland.
For detail: blog.ucsusa.org
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bath.ac.uk

Tobacco Control Research Group members contribute to European Parliament Working Group white paper

Presentations from Tobacco Control Research Group (TCRG) members have influenced a new white paper, which aims to help work towards a smoke-free Europe.
For detail: bath.ac.uk
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ama.com.au

Nationals have little to be proud of on vaping reforms

In a letter to Nationals leader David Littleproud, AMA President Professor Steve Robson denounced the party’s proposal to impose an excise on vapes and called on the party to cut the cord with Big Tobacco donors.
For detail: ama.com.au
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ama.com.au

Vapes are not a smoking quit aid

A new survey showing 61 per cent of vapers aged between 14 and 25 want to quit but are struggling is further evidence that liquid nicotine is an addiction starter, not a quit smoking aid.
For detail: ama.com.au
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: afr.com

‘Not tobacconists’: Pharmacists reject Labor-Greens deal on vapes

Pharmacists have labelled as “insulting” the Albanese government’s deal with the Greens to make pharmacies the sole supplier of vapes, saying they are not tobacconists or “garbage collectors”.
For detail: afr.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc.net.au

Government waters down vaping ban to win support of Greens

Australia will become the first country to ban the sale of vapes outside of pharmacies, but access won't be restricted to prescription-only.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: aap.com.au

Pharmacy lobby blasts plan for chemists to sell vapes

Vapes will be sold only through pharmacies with people under 18 banned from buying them unless they have a prescription in a move that has been slammed by the healthcare professionals’ peak body.
For detail: aap.com.au
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: 2gb.com

Government is set to water down their vaping legislation to gain support of Greens

From the 1st of July, legislation was set to be enforced which would see people who vape having to go to a doctor or a GP to seek a script and go to a pharmacist to buy their e-cigarettes.
For detail: 2gb.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: 24ssports.com

Australian pharmacy lobby criticises plans for pharmacies to sell e-cigarettes

In future, e-cigarettes will only be sold through pharmacies. People under 18 are prohibited from buying them without a prescription.
For detail: 24ssports.com
Published Jun 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: 24.kg

Fine for use of electronic cigarettes reduced to 10,000 soms

The Committee on Social Policy of the Parliament of Kyrgyzstan approved in the second reading the bill prohibiting the import, sale and use of electronic cigarettes.
For detail: 24.kg
Published Jun 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vapingpost.com

GFN 2024 Discusses The New Wave of Countries Dropping Tobacco Harm Reduction- Lets Talk Australia

A major topic discussed during the 11th edition of the Global Forum on Nicotine which was held between June 13 to 15 in Warsaw, was the regress observed in some Western countries in relation to tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Jun 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: telegraphherald.com

Not a safer option': Local officials fight misinformation about e-cigarettes

The pervasiveness of adolescents using e-cigarettes has local health officials trying to get ahead of what they call advertising by the tobacco industry.
For detail: telegraphherald.com
Published Jun 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tbsnews.net

FDA approves first menthol e-cigarettes

The FDA authorised four menthol e-cigarettes from Njoy, a brand recently acquired by Altria, known for its Marlboro cigarettes.
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published Jun 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reason.com

Banning Flavored Tobacco Products Doesn't Work—We Have the Trash To Prove It

Researchers examined garbage placed in public receptacles in Washington, D.C., and New York City and found that the locales’ bans on flavored tobacco products have unquestionably failed.
For detail: reason.com
Published Jun 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: neoskosmos.com

Alarm as steep rise in youth vaping overtakes smoking

More young people are vaping than smoking with health authorities worried about the steep rise.
For detail: neoskosmos.com
Published Jun 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: msn.com

FDA Approves First Menthol Flavored E-Cigarettes After Extensive Scientific Review

The Food and Drug Administration has authorized four of Altria’s menthol e-cigarettes for sale in the US, making them the first ever flavored vapes the agency has permitted on the market.
For detail: msn.com
Published Jun 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: minutemirror.com.pk

Sadaf Kanwal reveals past smoking habit

Lahore- Renowned Pakistani actress and model Sadaf Kanwal has revealed that she used to smoke in the past.
For detail: minutemirror.com.pk
Published Jun 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: kxan.com

FDA allows first-ever menthol e-cigarettes to be sold in US

(The Hill) — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday authorized the first-ever nontobacco flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, a sign the agency believes some flavors of vaping products can be used to mitigate the effects of smoking traditional cigarettes.
For detail: kxan.com
Published Jun 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: irishstar.com

FDA approves first menthol e-cigarettes that may help millions quit smoking

Woman holding e-cigarette. Close up of smoking electronic cigarette.
For detail: irishstar.com
Published Jun 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bgindependentmedia.org

Vaping

Public health saw the downward trend of cigarette smoking as a success story. Whether people were stopping for their health, their wallets, or because few public places allowed smoking anymore, it didn’t matter.
For detail: bgindependentmedia.org
Published Jun 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

Psychologist shares how to handle social situations after quitting smoking #quitsmoking #psychology

If you recently quit smoking and find yourself in a social situation with someone who smokes, avoid saying this to avoid jeopardizing your progress.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: wyomingnews.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, acknowledging that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: wyomingnews.com
Published Jun 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wamc.org

Settlement funds to aid New York anti-vaping programs

New York’s North Country will receive more than $3 million to help reduce youth vaping and support anti vaping programs.
For detail: wamc.org
Published Jun 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: thepipanews.com

US to permit the sale of menthol e-cigarettes

FDA Allows First Ever Menthol E-Cigarettes to be Sold in US In a groundbreaking decision, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized the sale of the first-ever nontobacco flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers.
For detail: thepipanews.com
Published Jun 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sciencedirect.com

Double-blind study on the effect of cigarette smoking on the chromosomes of human peripheral blood lymphocytes in vivo

A double-blind study with 170 smokers and 124 non-smokers revealed a doubling of the frequencies of exchange-type aberrations in the peripheral blood lymphocytes of smokers as compared with non-smokers.
For detail: sciencedirect.com
Published Jun 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: news.yahoo.com

FDA sign-off on menthol e-cigarettes ‘flies in the face of public health,’ anti-tobacco groups say

Four menthol vaping products were authorized by the US Food and Drug Administration on Friday, the first non-tobacco-flavored e-cigarette products to get the agency’s sign-off.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Jun 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: news.yahoo.com

FDA sign-off on menthol e-cigarettes ‘flies in the face of public health,’ anti-tobacco groups say

Four menthol vaping products were authorized by the US Food and Drug Administration on Friday, the first non-tobacco-flavored e-cigarette products to get the agency’s sign-off.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Jun 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: nbcnews.com

FDA clears first menthol e-cigarette for adults

The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, acknowledging that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: nbcnews.com
Published Jun 22, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: msn.com

Tobacco-sponsored courses misleading medics, WHO warns Kenya

The WHO on June 12, complained that the industry has been funding continuing medical education programmes for medics.
For detail: msn.com
Published Jun 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: msn.com

FDA Authorizes Marketing of Four NJOY Menthol E-Cigarettes

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized the marketing of four menthol-flavored e-cigarette products by NJOY LLC.
For detail: msn.com
Published Jun 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: livemint.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, acknowledging that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: livemint.com
Published Jun 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: kait8.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, acknowledging that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: kait8.com
Published Jun 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: globalnation.inquirer.net

US FDA OKs first menthol vape, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON — The US Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes or vapes for adult smokers, acknowledging that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: globalnation.inquirer.net
Published Jun 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: fortune.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, drawing criticism from parent groups who say the agency has ‘failed American families’

The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers.
For detail: fortune.com
Published Jun 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: conchovalleyhomepage.com

ConchoValleyHomepage.com

(The Hill) — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday authorized the first ever nontobacco flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, a sign the agency believes some flavors of vaping products can be used to mitigate the effects of smoking traditional cigarettes.
For detail: conchovalleyhomepage.com
Published Jun 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: arabnews.com

Pakistani city of Peshawar hints at ‘complete ban’ on e-cigarettes, vapes

PESHAWAR: Hinting at a complete ban on vaping devices, Pakistan’s northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has imposed interim measures prohibiting the public use of e-cigarettes, vapes and nicotine products in Peshawar district for 60 days, according to a notification issued earlier this month.
For detail: arabnews.com
Published Jun 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: apnews.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, acknowledging that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Health and economic benefits of tobacco harm reduction - Keynote #1

GFN 2024 Keynote #1 - delivered by Andrzej Fal, response by Michelle Minton - titled "Health and economic benefits of tobacco harm reduction".
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

What Quit Smoking Coaches Should Never Say to Smokers

When I was a smoker, I heard this advice countless times. Now, as a psychologist and quit smoking coach, I’d never say this one thing to any smoker or vaper.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: wtvr.com

FDA allows menthol-flavored e-cigarettes in hopes of getting smokers to quit

For the first time, the Food and Drug Administration will allow for the marketing of non-tobacco flavored e-cigarettes, saying the benefits outweigh the dangers of the newly approved products.
For detail: wtvr.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: wtkr.com

FDA allows menthol-flavored e-cigarettes in hopes of getting smokers to quit

For the first time, the Food and Drug Administration will allow for the marketing of non-tobacco flavored e-cigarettes, saying the benefits outweigh the dangers of the newly approved products.
For detail: wtkr.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: wqad.com

FDA approves first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, the government’s strongest indication yet that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: wqad.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: wnct.com

FDA approves 1st menthol e-cigarettes, saying they could help adult smokers

The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, the government’s strongest indication yet that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: wnct.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wkyc.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, the government’s strongest indication yet that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: wkyc.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: westerntelegraph.co.uk

Haverfordwest vape shop owner admits selling illegal vapes

A Pembrokeshire shop owner has admitted selling illegal vapes. A Haverfordwest business named Vape Zone, owned by Salar Jaff, was found selling non-compliant vapes after a Pembrokeshire County Council Trading Standards investigation.
For detail: westerntelegraph.co.uk
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: wbtw.com

FDA allows first ever menthol e-cigarettes to be sold in U.S.

(The Hill) — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday authorized the first ever nontobacco flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, a sign the agency believes some flavors of vaping products can be used to mitigate the effects of smoking traditional cigarettes.
For detail: wbtw.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: washingtonpost.com

FDA approves menthol vapes, drawing criticism from health advocates

The decision arrives as the FDA is criticized for failing to rein in illegal but widely available flavored vaping products that appeal to young people.
For detail: washingtonpost.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vaping360.com

EU Health Ministers Consider Vape Flavor Ban

At a meeting this Friday, health ministers from all 27 European Union member states will discuss proposals to restrict flavors in vapes and other consumer nicotine products, including nicotine pouches.
For detail: vaping360.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vaping360.com

EU Health Ministers Consider Vape Flavor Ban

At a meeting this Friday, health ministers from all 27 European Union member states will discuss proposals to restrict flavors in vapes and other consumer nicotine products, including nicotine pouches.
For detail: vaping360.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: usatoday.com

The FDA clears these four menthol vaping products for sale

The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized marketing for four menthol-flavored e-cigarette products, marking the first time the federal agency has cleared any menthol-flavored vaping products for sale.
For detail: usatoday.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: upi.com

FDA clears NJOY e-cigarette products after 'extensive' review

The FDA said marketing authorization does not mean an e-cigarette product is safe or "FDA approved.
For detail: upi.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: upi.com

FDA clears NJOY e-cigarette products after 'extensive' review

The FDA said marketing authorization does not mean an e-cigarette product is safe or "FDA approved.
For detail: upi.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

FDA Authorizes NJOY Menthol Products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today authorized four NJOY products through the premarket tobacco product application (PMTA) pathway.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Shisha]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Germany Revokes Shisha Packaging Rules

Germany’s finance ministry has revoked its rules for packaging shisha tobacco, which caused major backlash and some retailers to go bankrupt, according to DPA International.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindubusinessline.com

Chewing tobacco manufacturer used decoy e-way bills to evade GST

Chewing tobacco along with other tobacco products attracts GST at 28 per cent along with a cess of 0.
For detail: thehindubusinessline.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: thehill.com

FDA allows first ever menthol e-cigarettes to be sold in US

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday authorized the first ever nontobacco flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, a sign the agency believes some flavors of vaping products can be used to mitigate the effects of smoking traditional cigarettes.
For detail: thehill.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: theconversation.com

– a health policy expert explains how the benefits may outweigh the risks

Jamie Hartmann-Boyce receives funding from the National Institutes of Health, the US Food and Drug Administration, and Cancer Research UK, on topics related to tobacco control.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Smoking vs vaping

Back in my 20s, I was a regular “party smoker”, sparking up on a night out with friends, or heading outside for a cheeky fag during a raucous dinner party.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: sunstar.com.ph

Anti-vapers want minimum vaping age raised to 25

AMID the rising concerns over the youth's access to vape products, the Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) Philippines called on lawmakers on Friday, June 21, 2024, to raise the minimum age of people allowed to use vaping products from 18 to 25 years old.
For detail: sunstar.com.ph
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: spectrumlocalnews.com

Western New York to receive millions in funding to combat youth vaping

Western New York will receive more than $8.8 million in funding to help combat youth vaping, New York state Attorney General Letitia James announced Friday.
For detail: spectrumlocalnews.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: smh.com.au

Fifty raids across Perth as alleged $10 million illegal tobacco business busted

WA Police have revealed a major joint investigation has led to them allegedly unearthing a $10 million illegal tobacco business with links to organised crime groups in the Middle East.
For detail: smh.com.au
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: sjvsun.com

FDA approves first menthol-flavored e-cigarette

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers in a move that highlights the potential of vaping flavors to reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: sjvsun.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: scrippsnews.com

FDA allows menthol-flavored e-cigarettes in hopes of getting smokers to quit

For the first time, the Food and Drug Administration will allow for the marketing of non-tobacco flavored e-cigarettes, saying the benefits outweigh the dangers of the newly approved products.
For detail: scrippsnews.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: publications.aap.org

How Much Do Teens Know about Modifying Electronic Smoking Devices? Turns Out, a Lot!

Editor’s Note: Dr. Ella Perrin (she/her/hers) is a resident physician in pediatrics at Naval Medical Center San Diego.
For detail: publications.aap.org
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: psychiatrictimes.com

First Nontobacco Flavored E-Cigarette Products Authorized by the FDA

The FDA has authorized the marketing of 4 menthol-flavored e-cigarette products in the United States through the premarket tobacco product application pathway.
For detail: psychiatrictimes.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: prnewswire.com

FDA Authorizes Marketing of Four Menthol-Flavored E-Cigarette Products After Extensive Scientific Review

SILVER SPRING, Md., June 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following an extensive scientific review, the U.S.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: poncacitynews.com

Targeting vaping ‘epidemic,’ NC lawmakers could remove hundreds of products from stores

NORTH CAROLINA'S Senate Judiciary Committee backed legislation on Wednesday to create a vaping registry that allows only federally authorized vaping products to be sold in the state.
For detail: poncacitynews.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: piquenewsmagazine.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, acknowledging that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: piquenewsmagazine.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: pbs.org

FDA authorizes first menthol-flavored e-cigarettes for adults

The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, the government’s strongest indication yet that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: pbs.org
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: nypost.com

FDA approves first menthol flavored e-cigarettes from Altria’s NJOY

The Food and Drug Administration authorized four of Altria’s menthol e-cigarettes for sale in the country on Friday, making them the first ever flavored vapes the agency has permitted on the market.
For detail: nypost.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: npr.org

How Juul created a market, fueled a crisis, and why regulators failed to stop it : Planet Money

When the vape brand Juul first hit the market back in 2015, e-cigarettes were in a kind of regulatory limbo.
For detail: npr.org
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Reasons for continued usage of ENDS: Differences by device and liquid characteristics among US adults

Introduction: Motivations for using electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) include quitting or reducing cigarette smoking, flavor, and addiction.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: newscentermaine.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, the government’s strongest indication yet that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: newscentermaine.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: news.yahoo.com

FDA allows first ever menthol e-cigarettes to be sold in US

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday authorized the first ever nontobacco flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, a sign the agency believes some flavors of vaping products can be used to mitigate the effects of smoking traditional cigarettes.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: news.yahoo.com

FDA allows first ever menthol e-cigarettes to be sold in US

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday authorized the first ever nontobacco flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, a sign the agency believes some flavors of vaping products can be used to mitigate the effects of smoking traditional cigarettes.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.yahoo.com

The FDA clears these four menthol vaping products for sale

The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized marketing for four menthol-flavored e-cigarette products, marking the first time the federal agency has cleared any menthol-flavored vaping products for sale.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: mywabashvalley.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, acknowledging that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: mywabashvalley.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: msn.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, acknowledging that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: msn.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: msn.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes

The Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved the first menthol e-cigarettes for adults, saying evidence showed they could reduce the health consequences of traditional cigarette smoking.
For detail: msn.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: msn.com

FDA allows first ever menthol e-cigarettes to be sold in US

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday authorized the first ever nontobacco flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, a sign the agency believes some flavors of vaping products can be used to mitigate the effects of smoking traditional cigarettes.
For detail: msn.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: miragenews.com

$10 Million Illiict Tobacco Network

Seven men and two women, including some with alleged links to a Middle Eastern crime group, have been charged in relation to a $10 million illicit tobacco network operating in Western Australia.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: malaymail.com

Banning the display of vape products may impact retailers and lead to boom in the industry’s black market, experts warn

Dr Arifin Fii (left), president of Advanced Centre for Addiction Treatment Advocacy (ACATA), at the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852) Roundtable — Picture by Hari Anggara KUALA LUMPUR, June 21 — With the Health Ministry set to fully enforce the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health 2024 (Act 852) this month, experts said drastic moves like banning the display of vape products at shop counters can lead to creating a whole new market for non-compliant and illegal products.
For detail: malaymail.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: lung.org

American Lung Association Condemns FDA's Authorization of Menthol E-Cigarettes

Today, the Food and Drug Administration authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers.
For detail: lung.org
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: lakelandtoday.ca

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, acknowledging that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: lakelandtoday.ca
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: kvue.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, the government’s strongest indication yet that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: kvue.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: kten.com

FDA sign-off on menthol e-cigarettes 'flies in the face of public health,' anti-tobacco groups say

(CNN) — Four menthol vaping products were authorized by the US Food and Drug Administration on Friday, the first non-tobacco-flavored e-cigarette products to get the agency’s sign-off.
For detail: kten.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: king5.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, the government’s strongest indication yet that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: king5.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: healio.com

FDA authorizes non-tobacco flavored e-cigarette products for the first time

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on Addiction in Primary Care. You've successfully added Addiction in Primary Care to your alerts.
For detail: healio.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: fredericknewspost.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, acknowledging that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: fredericknewspost.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: fox2detroit.com

Menthol-flavored e-cigarettes get greenlight by FDA

The FDA has approved marketing for menthol flavored e-cigarettes, to help people quit smoking.
For detail: fox2detroit.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: forbes.com

FDA Approves First-Ever Menthol Vapes—As Biden Admin Delays Menthol Cigarette Ban

The Food and Drug Administration allowed the first menthol-flavored vapes to enter the market on Friday, as the Biden administration’s years-long effort to ban menthol cigarettes faces delays and political questions.
For detail: forbes.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: fm104.ie

Collapsed lung vaping : Now I won’t touch them, says British adolescent who had collapsed lung due to vaping

Collapsed lung vaping : A teenage girl in Britain was hospitalized in May with a collapsed lung, purportedly after vaping the equivalent of 400 cigarettes in a week, or an average of 57 cigarettes per day.
For detail: fm104.ie
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: fm104.ie

Irish teens have replaced smoking for vaping

The latest Growing Up in Ireland report found one in ten had tried vaping where only 3 per cent had smoked a cigarette.
For detail: fm104.ie
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: fightcancer.org

FDA Defies Public Health by Authorizing Menthol E-cigarettes for Sale; Fails to Protect Youth from Lifetime of Addiction

Washington, D.C. –Today, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) dealt a blow to public health by authorizing the sale of four menthol e-cigarettes manufactured by NJOY LLC.
For detail: fightcancer.org
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fda.gov

FDA Authorizes Marketing of Four Menthol-Flavored E-Cigarette Products After Extensive Scientific Review

Following an extensive scientific review, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration today authorized the marketing of four e-cigarette products in the United States through the premarket tobacco product application (PMTA) pathway.
For detail: fda.gov
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: elle.com.au

Are Zyns Really Better For You Than Vapes?

Despite the government still scrambling to get a hold on vaping among young Australians, a ‘hot, new’ nicotine product has already arrived on the scene, and is winning fans among Gen Z.
For detail: elle.com.au
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: edition.cnn.com

FDA sign-off on menthol e-cigarettes ‘flies in the face of public health,’ anti-tobacco groups say

Four menthol vaping products were authorized by the US Food and Drug Administration on Friday, the first non-tobacco-flavored e-cigarette products to get the agency’s sign-off.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dimensionsofdentalhygiene.com

Electronic Cigarette Use Among Youth and Adolescents

This course was published in the June/July 2024 issue and expires July 2027. The authors have no commercial conflicts of interest to disclose.
For detail: dimensionsofdentalhygiene.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cspdailynews.com

FDA Authorizes First Menthol-Flavored E-Cigarettes

The Food and Drug Administration issued marketing granted orders to Njoy LLC for four menthol-flavored e-cigarette products: Njoy Ace Pod Menthol 2.4%, Njoy Ace Pod Menthol 5%, Njoy Daily Menthol 4.5% and Njoy Daily Extra Menthol 6%.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: conveniencestore.co.uk

Trading Standards needs budget boost to tackle illegal vape sellers

The Trading Standards needs a significant funding injection of £168,340,000 over five years if it is to fully enforce vape legislation across the UK, according to an analysis commissioned by the Association of Convenience Stores.
For detail: conveniencestore.co.uk
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cochraneeagle.ca

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, acknowledging that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: cochraneeagle.ca
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cbsnews.com

FDA gives green light to menthol flavored e-cigarettes for first time

The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, the first time the agency has opened the door for vaping companies to sell non-tobacco flavored products.
For detail: cbsnews.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: butlereagle.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, acknowledging that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: butlereagle.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bostonherald.com

Ticker: FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes; Wall Street coasts to the close of another winning week

This image provided by NJOY in 2024 shows packaging for the company's menthol-flavored electronic cigarette product.
For detail: bostonherald.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bloomberg.com

Altria’s Menthol E-Cigs Get FDA Nod as Menthol Debate Continues

The US Food and Drug Administration said Friday it’s allowing tobacco giant Altria Group Inc. . . .
For detail: bloomberg.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: benzinga.com

FDA Approves First Non-Tobacco Flavored E-Cigarettes By NJOY

How does he do this? It’s called the “MoneyLine.” It’s how you can spot quick moves in a stock that you close in as little as one day.
For detail: benzinga.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Boy taken to hospital after school vaping incident

Students at Humphrey Perkins School in Barrow-upon-Soar were confined to classrooms for about half an hour A schoolboy was taken to hospital after falling ill from reportedly using a vape in school.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Haul of illegal vapes and tobacco found in raid

Hundreds of thousands of illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes have been seized in raids in Derbyshire.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: axios.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes

The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the sale of the first menthol e-cigarettes for adults, saying evidence showed they could reduce the health consequences of traditional cigarette smoking.
For detail: axios.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: aol.com

FDA allows menthol-flavored e-cigarettes in hopes of getting smokers to quit

For the first time, the Food and Drug Administration will allow for the marketing of non-tobacco flavored e-cigarettes, saying the benefits outweigh the dangers of the newly approved products.
For detail: aol.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ama-assn.org

After false start, FDA drags its feet on menthol cigarette ban

In 2009, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officials said they had to do their own investigation into how menthol cigarettes may be harming the public’s health, despite Congress’ having already done research and consequently instructing the agency to address the issue “quickly.
For detail: ama-assn.org
Published Jun 21, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: allafrica.com

Tobacco Harm Reduction Legislation Prioritising The Wrong Things

According to the World Health Organisation tobacco Fact Sheet, tobacco kills up to half of its users who don’t quit.
For detail: allafrica.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: albanyherald.com

FDA sign-off on menthol e-cigarettes ‘flies in the face of public health,’ anti-tobacco groups say

Four menthol vaping products were authorized by the US Food and Drug Administration on Friday, the first non-tobacco-flavored e-cigarette products to get the agency’s sign-off.
For detail: albanyherald.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: airdriecityview.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, acknowledging that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: airdriecityview.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

Thirteen people arrested by authorities in Victoria, WA in operation targeting illegal tobacco trade

Police have arrested 13 people — some with alleged links to a Middle Eastern crime group — over the cigarette war that has led to the fire bombings of dozens of tobacco stores across Australia.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: 9news.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, the government’s strongest indication yet that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: 9news.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: 2news.com

FDA Approves First Menthol E-Cigarettes, Citing Potential to Help Adult Smokers

The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, the government’s strongest indication yet that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: 2news.com
Published Jun 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: 13newsnow.com

FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, the government’s strongest indication yet that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
For detail: 13newsnow.com
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Prescribing therapeutic vapes: overview of the regulatory changes

The TGA, in partnership with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and Quit Centre, hosted an information session for prescribers on the vaping reforms.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ynetnews.com

Gazans smuggle cigarettes in hollow watermelons as prices soar

IDF halts smuggling across the Egyptian border which forces smokers in Gaza to either quit or find creative ways to smuggle cigarettes into the Strip as prices reach 25$ for each smoke.
For detail: ynetnews.com
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wrvo.org

Money coming to CNY to fight e-cigarette use

FILE — New York Attorney General Letitia James speaks during a press conference, Sept. 21, 2022, in New York. Embattled electronic cigarette-maker Juul Labs Inc.
For detail: wrvo.org
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ucl.ac.uk

Sharp rise in vapers using high-strength nicotine in England

The proportion of vapers using high-strength nicotine has increased sharply in England since 2021, when disposable e-cigarettes first became popular, according to a new study by UCL researchers.
For detail: ucl.ac.uk
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

BAT to Introduce Vape Vending Machines

BAT plans to introduce vape and nicotine pouch vending machines in pubs in the U.K., according to Better Retailing.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Cigarette Smuggling Impeding Gaza Aid

Restrictions on imports of nonessential goods into Gaza have turbocharged cigarette smuggling, reports The Wall Street Journal.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

I started smoking at 14

For years I had been trying to quit, without success, when I decided to take a new approach. It helped me achieve the previously unthinkable Smoking has warped my brain.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

Sharp rise in use of high-strength vapes, research shows

Proportion of adults using e-cigarettes containing up to 20mg/ml of nicotine has increased to 32.5% from 6.6% in 2021 The use of high-strength nicotine vapes has increased sharply in the last three years, a study has found.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: perspectivemedia.com

Stronger vapes rising in popularity

The use of high-strength vapes has “increased sharply” in recent years, researchers have found.
For detail: perspectivemedia.com
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: orangeleader.com

Sting cracks down on underage vape sales in Orange

ORANGE — Continued citizen complaints about the sale of tobacco and vape products to minors prompted a group of local constables to made their third sweep in seven months.
For detail: orangeleader.com
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Vaping during pregnancy: a systematic review of health outcomes

Introduction: Smoking during pregnancy is harmful to maternal and child health. Vaping is used for smoking cessation but evidence on health effects during pregnancy is scarce.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicalrepublic.com.au

Vapes are a ‘triple-threat’, but not the Gene Kelly kind

The AMA is imploring parliament to pass the federal government’s vaping bill to limit access to prescription-only, for the health of the next generation and our environment alike.
For detail: medicalrepublic.com.au
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: indiaeducationdiary.in

UCL Report Highlights Increase in High-Strength Nicotine Vaping in England

The study, published in the journal Addiction and funded by Cancer Research UK, found that a third of vapers (32.5%) used high-strength nicotine in January 2024 compared to just 3.8% on average between July 2016 and June 2021.
For detail: indiaeducationdiary.in
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: independent.co.uk

Users are opting for vapes at the top end of the legal nicotine limit

Researchers said that the rise in higher-strength vapes coincides with the growing popularity of disposable vapes Vapers are opting for more high-strength vapes, research has found.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: endocrinologyadvisor.com

Teens, Young Adults Modify Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems

HealthDay News — Adolescents and young adults (AYAs) are aware of and engage in modifications of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), according to a study published online June 17 in Pediatrics.
For detail: endocrinologyadvisor.com
Published Jun 20, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cspdailynews.com

North Carolina Looking to Regulate Vaping Products Sold in the State

The North Carolina State Senate Judiciary Committee backed legislation on Wednesday that could block e-cigarette products that are noncertified products from being sold on convenience-store shelves and elsewhere in the state.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Jun 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ama.com.au

AMA warns over vapes' toxic threat to our health, environment and future

With the Senate soon to consider the government vaping reforms, the AMA is urging all members of parliament to consider the health of the community and the environmental impact of vaping.
For detail: ama.com.au
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wsj.com

At $25 Each, Cigarettes Are Turning Gaza Aid Trucks Into Targets

A group of Palestinian men approached a United Nations warehouse in central Gaza last week and demanded access to aid stored inside.
For detail: wsj.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: waer.org

AG Letitia James delivers settlement funds to CNY to prevent vaping

Central New York is receiving $4.7 million as part of a multi-state settlement with JUUL for its role in the vaping epidemic.
For detail: waer.org
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Romania Bans E-cig and Pouch Advertising

Romania’s Chamber of Deputies adopted a bill banning advertising of electronic cigarettes and nicotine pouches this week, reports Romania Insider.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

NGO Debates Smoking Cessation

Healthy Initiatives, a nongovernmental organization, convened an international forum and luncheon in Warsaw, Poland, this week to discuss past successes in smoking cessation and how they may inform future challenges.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccocontrol.bmj.com

Understanding the nicotine dose delivered by electronic nicotine delivery systems in a single puff: the importance of nicotine flux and puff duration

Correspondence to Professor Alan Shihadeh, Mechanical Engineering Department, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon; as20@aub.edu.
For detail: tobaccocontrol.bmj.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: timesofisrael.com

Cigarette smuggling trade in Gaza poses risk to aid deliveries

A truck carrying humanitarian aid for the Gaza Strip is loaded at the Kerem Shalom Border Crossing between southern Israel and Gaza, on June 17, 2024.
For detail: timesofisrael.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: timesofisrael.com

Trade in smuggled cigarettes said to hamper aid deliveries in Gaza

With a single cigarette selling for up to $25, aid trucks reportedly targeted by smugglers seeking to pick up their secreted goods, and by other criminals trying to get to them first Armed and masked Palestinians seen on trucks loaded with international humanitarian aid entering Gaza via the Israeli Kerem Shalom Crossing, southern Gaza Strip, April 3, 2024.
For detail: timesofisrael.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[FED Vaping]

Source: syracuse.com

Central NY receives $4.7 million from Juul settlement to combat underage vaping

New York Attorney General Letitia James announced Tuesday that more than $4.7 million will go to Central New York after a $462 million multi-state settlement with Juul Labs Inc.
For detail: syracuse.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: rte.ie

How vaping has an unhealthy impact on indoor air quality

Analysis: one of the most noticeable byproducts of vaping is the increase in particulate matter pollution and poor indoor air quality.
For detail: rte.ie
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

The Effect of Adult Smoking Behavior on Children's Exposure to Secondhand Smoke. An Analysis Based on Salivary Cotinine Levels Among Children in Dhaka and Karachi

Introduction: Exposure to secondhand smoke (SHS) risks children's health. However, biomarkers are rarely used to study SHS exposure among children in low- and middle-income countries.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nippon.com

Smoking in Japan: Many Want to Quit, But Find the Habit Can Have Advantages at Work

As health consciousness continues to grow in Japan, smokers are feeling increasingly on the margins.
For detail: nippon.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newsobserver.com

Targeting vaping ‘epidemic,’ NC lawmakers could remove hundreds of products from stores

The state Senate Judiciary Committee backed legislation on Wednesday to create a vaping registry that allows only federally authorized vaping products to be sold in North Carolina.
For detail: newsobserver.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nature.com

Rotation with other crops slow down the fungal process in tobacco-growing soil

Continuous cultivation of tobacco could cause serious soil health problems, which could cause bacterial soil to change to fungal soil.
For detail: nature.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Candy tobacco imitation products availability and marketing linked to children

Childhood use of candy cigarettes, which are fake cigarettes made out of sugar, is associated with cigarette use among users, and yet there has been no research into the availability of these products or how they are currently being marketed.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Research shows Varenicline, nicotine-containing e-cigarettes help in quitting smoking

Varenicline and nicotine-containing electronic cigarettes (ECs) are both effective in helping individuals in quitting smoking conventional cigarettes, according to a study published online June 17 in JAMA Internal Medicine.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: livemint.com

In Gaza, $25 cigarettes are turning aid trucks into targets

A man sells cigarettes in a market, ahead of Eid al-Fitr celebrations.
For detail: livemint.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: independent.co.uk

Zyn shortage: Philip Morris suspends online sale of popular nicotine pouches

Phillip Morris says Zyn sold online makes up only a small percentage of their products nationwide Phillip Morris announced online sales are stopping on Zyn.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: foxnews.com

Cigarette smuggling has crippled aid delivery in Gaza as smokes go for $25 apiece

The high price of tobacco in Gaza has given rise to a cigarette smuggling industry that now threatens United Nations aid convoys, according to a new report from the Wall Street Journal.
For detail: foxnews.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ccentral.ca

Government shares findings from second Tobacco and Vaping Products Act legislative review

The government of Canada has released is awaited Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TVPA) legislative review, launched last year in September.
For detail: ccentral.ca
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbsnews.com

Detroit coalition urges state lawmakers to ban flavored tobacco and hold retailers accountable

(CBS DETROIT) – A Metro Detroit group is demanding state lawmakers pass a package of bills that would overhaul tobacco use in Michigan, including banning the sale of all flavored tobacco products.
For detail: cbsnews.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Illegal vapes worth £20,000 seized

Illegal disposable vape pens worth £20,000 have been seized during a series of raids at shops in a seaside city.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jun 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: 7news.com.au

Aussie state’s move to outlaw cigarette sales to anyone younger than 21 in bid to stop young people smoking

A South Australia MPs has proposed outlawing the sale of cigarettes to anyone younger than 21 in a new measure trying to stamp out smoking.
For detail: 7news.com.au
Published Jun 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

17-Year-Old's Near-Death Experience Because of Vaping

17-year-old Kyla Blightt is warning other young people about the dangers of vaping after she needed life-saving surgery for a burst lung.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: walsall.gov.uk

Creative visual installation highlights harms of vaping in Walsall

Image depicts an art installation of a pair of lungs with a heart on display at Walsall College atrium.
For detail: walsall.gov.uk
Published Jun 18, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: upi.com

Colorado e-cigarette maker ordered to stop selling unauthorized vaping products

A Colorado e-cigarette maker has been ordered to stop selling unauthorized vaping products that pose “a serious public health threat, particularly to youth,” the U.S.
For detail: upi.com
Published Jun 18, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccotactics.org

Tobacco Industry Interference with Endgame Policies

The World Health Organisation (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) is an international treaty that aims to reduce the demand and supply of tobacco.
For detail: tobaccotactics.org
Published Jun 18, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: staradvertiser.com

Hawaii island police seeking e-cig burglary suspect

Screenshots from surveillance video show the suspect in a burglary at a Kamuela convenience store.
For detail: staradvertiser.com
Published Jun 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: regulatoryoversight.com

San Francisco Sues E-Cigarette Distributors for Violating Local Flavor Ban

We have previously reported on the proliferation of tobacco product flavor bans imposed by localities and subsequent legal challenges throughout the U.S.
For detail: regulatoryoversight.com
Published Jun 18, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

The impact of smoking on bronchiectasis and its comorbidities

Introduction: Bronchiectasis, characterized by irreversible bronchial dilatation, is a growing global health concern with significant morbidity.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jun 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nbcnews.com

Philip Morris suspends nationwide sales on Zyn.com after D.C. subpoena

Tobacco giant Philip Morris International said on Monday that it would suspend online sales on Swedish Match North America’s ZYN.
For detail: nbcnews.com
Published Jun 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: mishpacha.com

Our Teens Need to Hear the Truth about Vaping

Recently, at one of my anti-vaping seminars in Florida, a Jewish woman in the audience raised her hand while I was presenting a segment on the medical and psychological issues involved with teenage marijuana use.
For detail: mishpacha.com
Published Jun 18, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: mims.com

NMR helps tailor treatment for smoking cessation in smokers with COPD

Among smokers with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), use of varenicline seems better than bupropion in normal metabolizers, but bupropion displays similar efficacy and less side effects in slow metabolizers, reports a study.
For detail: mims.com
Published Jun 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: michigancapitolconfidential.com

Flavored e-cig ban leads to more youth cigarette smoking

Michigan is proposing a ban on flavored e-cigarettes that two just-released studies say will lead to more teen cigarette smoking.
For detail: michigancapitolconfidential.com
Published Jun 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Many young adults who began vaping as teens can't shake the habit

G Kumar's vaping addiction peaked in college at the University of Colorado, when flavored, disposable vapes were taking off.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jun 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: khaleejtimes.com

Is vaping less harmful? UAE doctor warns of health risks as e-cigarettes gain popularity

Non-smokers exposed to second-hand vape aerosol absorb nicotine levels equivalent to those exposed to second-hand cigarette smoke The UAE's e-cigarette market is expected to reach an annual growth rate of 7.28 per cent over the next five years, according to a recent study by an online portal on consumer markets.
For detail: khaleejtimes.com
Published Jun 18, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: justice.gov

Court Orders Colorado e-Cigarette Maker to Stop Selling Unauthorized Vaping Products

A federal court on June 11 enjoined a Colorado company and its owner from manufacturing, distributing or selling unauthorized vaping products.
For detail: justice.gov
Published Jun 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: itv.com

Teenager warns about the risk of vaping after needing life-saving surgery

A teenager who needed life-saving surgery after suffering a burst lung is warning others about the risk of vaping.
For detail: itv.com
Published Jun 18, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: healio.com

Many young e-cigarette users report trying to ‘hack’ devices

Common sources of information on how to modify an e-cigarette were friends and social media.
For detail: healio.com
Published Jun 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: 12onyourside.com

The health risks of popular nicotine pouches

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) -A nicotine product on the market is booming in popularity.
For detail: 12onyourside.com
Published Jun 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

What Happens to Your Brain When You Quit Nicotine (Part 1) #quitsmoking #psychology

Quitting nicotine greatly benefits your physical health, especially your brain! Discover the amazing changes that occur in your brain when you quit smoking or vaping and how this will tremendously improve your life.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: upi.com

Nicotine pouches still pose addiction risk

Nicotine pouches might be less harmful than smoking or chewing tobacco, but they still pose an addiction risk to users, a new review finds.
For detail: upi.com
Published Jun 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

New Insights into Youth Vaping

A new study has provided an in-depth look into the rising trend of disposable vape use among young people in the U.K.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Disappointing Quit Rates in Philippine Program

Only one-fifth of individuals enrolled in the Philippine government’s cessation program in 2023 were able to fully quit smoking or vaping, reports the Inquirer, citing a doctor from the Lung Center of the Philippines (LCP).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theconversation.com

Oral nicotine pouches deliver lower levels of toxic substances than smoking

Jamie Hartmann-Boyce receives funding from Cancer Research UK, the Truth Initiative, the National Institutes of Health, and the US Food and Drug Administration.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Jun 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: onlinelibrary.wiley.com

The association of smoking with different eating and dietary behaviours: A cross-sectional analysis of 80 296 United Kingdom adults

Funding information: The research was supported by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Leicester Biomedical Research Centre.
For detail: onlinelibrary.wiley.com
Published Jun 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nbcnews.com

Surgeon general wants tobacco-style warning applied to social media platforms

U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy on Monday called on Congress to require a tobacco-style warning for visitors to social media platforms.
For detail: nbcnews.com
Published Jun 17, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: medicine.yale.edu

Modification of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems Among Adolescents and Young Adults

As many as four out of every 10 teenagers and young adults who vape are modifying their e-cigarettes in ways that could expose them to burns, lung injury, and covert use of marijuana, a team of Yale Department of Psychiatry scientists found.
For detail: medicine.yale.edu
Published Jun 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

The ten terrible things vaping does to your body: As a 4,000-puff-a-week teen is hospitalised with a collapsed lung... experts reveal the terrifying health risks

Vaping may be safer than smoking cigarettes for those trying to quit, but a shocking case of a British teenager who was hospitalised has highlighted the risks.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Jun 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: convenience.org

The electronic Membership Directory is a listing of NACS Member Companies and Individuals.​​​​​​​

The NACS Payment Processing Program is designed to reduce card processing fees for unbranded convenience and fuel retailers.
For detail: convenience.org
Published Jun 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cato.org

Another Study Shows Nicotine E‑Cigarettes Help Smokers to Quit

Finnish researchers published the results of a randomized controlled trial in today’s JAMA Internal Medicine, comparing varenicline (Chantix) to nicotine e‑cigarettes in helping tobacco smokers quit smoking.
For detail: cato.org
Published Jun 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: canada.ca

Government of Canada shares findings from second Tobacco and Vaping Products Act legislative review

Today, the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, tabled the results of the second legislative review of the Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TVPA) in Parliament.
For detail: canada.ca
Published Jun 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: timesunion.com

Commentary: Snuff out smoking at the track

Cigars may be a Saratoga Race Course tradition, but making workers and patrons breathe secondhand smoke is a stain on the historic venue.
For detail: timesunion.com
Published Jun 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pna.gov.ph

PNP goes tougher on cigarette smugglers

MANILA – The Philippine National Police (PNP) vowed to eradicate cigarette smuggling following reports that the government lost a staggering PHP25.
For detail: pna.gov.ph
Published Jun 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: eurekalert.org

Increasing use and awareness of oral nicotine pouches detailed

WASHINGTON – A rigorous, comprehensive synthesis of evidence from 62 studies related to the use of oral nicotine pouches by Georgetown University’s Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center scientists and colleagues provides a much-needed assessment of how these products could lead to potential harmful consequences if used by young people.
For detail: eurekalert.org
Published Jun 16, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bangkokpost.com

Teachers get power to seize e-cigarettes

The Education Ministry has joined hands with the Commerce Ministry to empower teachers across the country to have the full legal right to confiscate e-cigarettes in schools.
For detail: bangkokpost.com
Published Jun 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tnnenglish.com

New Health Initiative Bans E-Cigarettes, Vapes, and Nicotine Pouches

This decision, enforced under Section 144, aims to curb the spread of respiratory diseases linked to these products.
For detail: tnnenglish.com
Published Jun 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

The use of electronic cigarettes and other tobacco products among university students and their potential relationship with oral health: A cross-sectional study

Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate oral alterations among university students and explore possible associations with tobacco consumption in its various forms.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jun 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Reasons for using e-cigarettes among adults who smoke: comparing the findings from the 2016 and 2020 ITC Korea Surveys

Introduction: Dual use of e-cigarettes and cigarettes is a growing usage pattern in adults, but little is known about the motivations underlying this trend.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jun 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

Nicotine-induced activation of cholinergic receptor nicotinic alpha 5 subunit mediates the malignant behaviours of laryngeal squamous epithelial cells by interacting with RABL6

Nicotine, a crucial constituent of tobacco smoke, can bind to and activate nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChRs), thereby regulating various biological functions.
For detail: nature.com
Published Jun 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: eureporter.co

How do EU countries want to tackle youth smoking?

Over the past years political representatives and public health experts have been sounding the alarm over the increased number of young people, particularly minors using tobacco based products and e-cigarettes on a regular basis.
For detail: eureporter.co
Published Jun 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ctvnews.ca

More nicotine pouches pulled off shelves in latest recalls

The health department said the recall involves XQS' 4-milligram and 6-milligram nicotine pouches.
For detail: ctvnews.ca
Published Jun 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wdam.com

Lamar County School District holds Vaping/E-cigarette meeting

In a study done by the Food & Drug Administration, more than one-in-four youths reported using some kind of e-cigarette daily.
For detail: wdam.com
Published Jun 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

Hong Kong Sticks to Prohibition, Proposing a Blanket Ban on E-Cigarettes

Instead of following Japan's winning strategy, Hong Kong is opting to impose more of what has been clearly failing to reduce local smoking rates.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Jun 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Health Canada Recalls Zyn Pouches

Health Canada recalled eight types of Zyn nicotine pouches on June 12, saying they were sold without market authorization, reports Global News.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 14, 2024
[Laws Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

South Africa Urged to Beef Up Tobacco Laws

Nearly one third of South Africans smoke, according to the 2021 Global Adult Tobacco Survey (GATS) South Africa report, which was released by the Department of Health on June 13, 2024.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 14, 2024
[FED Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Industry Cheers Tax on Acetate Tow

Legally operating tobacco companies have welcomed Pakistan’s plan to impose a federal excise duty (FED) on acetate tow, reports The Express Tribune.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Cigarette Sales Down in Denmark

Danish smokers bought 3.85 billion cigarettes in 2023, down 5.1 percent from 2022, according to the country’s statistics agency.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thestandard.com.hk

Lawmaker says e-cig ban could hamper tourism

Liberal Party lawmaker Peter Shiu Ka-fai raised concerns on Friday that a possible ban on flavoured cigarettes could hamper tourists’ willingness to visit Hong Kong.
For detail: thestandard.com.hk
Published Jun 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nsw.gov.au

Vaping quit support - Fact sheet for young people

Becoming addicted to nicotine can happen quickly. You don’t have to vape daily to experience negative impacts of nicotine.
For detail: nsw.gov.au
Published Jun 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.com.au

A million nicotine pouches seized at Aussie borders this year

Authorities have seized more than a million products as the latest wave of illicit nicotine products hits Australia.
For detail: news.com.au
Published Jun 14, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: newindian.in

Vaping: cool or deadly? Unveiling effects of vape addiction

NEW DELHI: Vapes, a recent addition of tobacco products, have become immensely popular among youngsters.
For detail: newindian.in
Published Jun 14, 2024
[COPD TCC Cigarette]

Source: nature.com

Secretome profiling of human epithelial cells exposed to cigarette smoke extract and their effect on human lung microvascular endothelial cells

Cigarette smoke (CS) is one of the leading causes of pulmonary diseases and can induce lung secretome alteration.
For detail: nature.com
Published Jun 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: linkedin.com

Young People's Vaping and Nicotine Dependency

Perhaps the most contentious issue in the vaping debate has been the rise of e-cigarette use among adolescents and young adults.
For detail: linkedin.com
Published Jun 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: henryford.com

The Health Risks Of E-Cigarettes Versus Traditional Cigarettes

The use of e-cigarettes has increased exponentially in recent years, and vaping has become preferred to traditional cigarette smoking among today’s young people and those looking for alternative to traditional tobacco and nicotine products.
For detail: henryford.com
Published Jun 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: health.gov.au

National ‘Give Up For Good’ campaign launched to tackle smoking and vaping

The Australian Government has launched a new national public health campaign to encourage people to give up smoking and vaping for good.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published Jun 14, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

Italy e-Cigarette Market Report 2024: Growing Trend Towards Simpler Devices

Dublin, June 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Italy e-Cigarette Market" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Jun 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Five members of tobacco crime gang jailed

Five members of a crime gang which used corner shops to sell illegal tobacco, cigarettes and nitrous oxide have been jailed.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jun 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: accountingweb.co.uk

Vaping excise duty to bring a breath of fresh air

With vaping duty still on track for October 2026, along with the corresponding uplift in tobacco duties, the intention to protect children from the ever-growing vape market remains unchanged.
For detail: accountingweb.co.uk
Published Jun 13, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Regulators Grilled Over Illegal Vapes

U.S. Senators criticized top health and law enforcement officials for their failure to tame the rapidly growing illicit e-cigarette market, reports the Associated Press.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thesun.my

Customs foil attempts to smuggle five tonnes of chewing tobacco

SEPANG: The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM)) Unit III (LTAKL) Central Zone successfully thwarted attempts to smuggle approximately 5,000 kilogrammes (kg) of chewing tobacco, involving duty worth over RM409,000, in three cases between May and early June.
For detail: thesun.my
Published Jun 13, 2024
[FCTC COPD Tobacco]

Source: thenationalnews.com

Action needed to halt two million smoking-related deaths by 2065

Of the 390 million people living in the region, about 61 million adults use tobacco, with 384,000 dying prematurely each year as a result.
For detail: thenationalnews.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scmp.com

Letters

A street stall in Hong Kong’s Central district displays a variety of cigarettes for sale on June 7. The government must take more robust actions to make smoking less appealing.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sarajevotimes.com

New Rules for Smoking in catering facilities are coming into effect Today

In the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, new rules for smoking in closed public and catering establishments come into force today, for violations of which fines of 100 BAM are provided for individuals.
For detail: sarajevotimes.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: risingkashmir.com

Experts pitch for e-cigarette act implementation in Kashmir

Srinagar, June 12: Experts who gathered for a divisional level workshop in Srinagar organized by Directorate of Health Services Kashmir on Wednesday pitched for effective implementation of Prohibition of Electronic Cigarette Act (PECA) in Kashmir valley.
For detail: risingkashmir.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: reuters.com

UK's Labour promises to ban smoking for younger generations

LONDON, June 13 (Reuters) - Britain's opposition Labour Party said it would stop the next generation from legally buying cigarettes if it wins a national election on July 4.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: prnewswire.com

ELFBAR wins 'Best Innovation' at 2024 World Vape Show in Dubai

DUBAI, UAE, June 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading global vaping brand ELFBAR is proud to announce its winning of the "Best Innovation" award at the World Vape Show 2024, the industry's largest annual trade fair held in Dubai from June 12 to 14.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pharmanewsintel.com

Multi-agency task force collaborates to address illegal e-cigarettes

The United States FDA and the Department of Justice will collaborate to fight against the unlawful distribution and sale of e-cigarettes.
For detail: pharmanewsintel.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: patch.com

$8.8M Anti-Vaping Programs To Be Launched By Suffolk Officials

Suffolk officials have received over $8.8 million in funding from a settlement with e-cigarette giant JUUL Labs Inc. to fight youth vaping.
For detail: patch.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: onlymyhealth.com

Ayushmann and Aparshakti Never Tried Smoking, Drinking; How do Smoking and Drinking Harm You?

There has always been an uncanny bond that actor-brothers Ayushmann Khurrana and Aparshakti Khuraana have shared on social media and in interviews.
For detail: onlymyhealth.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: news-medical.net

World No Tobacco Day Panel Discussion

To mark World No Tobacco Day 2024 “Protecting children from tobacco interference,” Bedfont® Scientific Limited hosted an informative discussion with experts Dr Amer Siddiq Amer Nordin and Associate Prof.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Council sends warning to illegal vape traders after two fined in sting

A selection of the illegal vapes seized by North Yorkshire Council trading standards officers from the Save a Lot shop in Scarborough.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: moroccoworldnews.com

Up in Smoke: Unveiling the Vaping Craze Shaping Our World

Beyond the appeal of its exciting flavors, vaping has become a means of self-expression and social connection.
For detail: moroccoworldnews.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: miragenews.com

Flavoured Vape Restrictions Harm Anti-Smoking Efforts: Study

Restricting the choice of flavoured vapes, also known as e-cigarettes, could have an adverse effect on the many adults who use them to reduce or quit smoking, according to a new University of Bristol-led study published in the journal Harm Reduction.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: metro.co.uk

How one year of vaping left a woman’s mouth covered in ulcers so bad she couldn’t eat

The chemicals in electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) can cause ‘hypersensitivity reactions’, researchers said (Picture: Getty) A 22-year-old woman has been left with a herpes-like condition which left her unable to eat or drink after she started vaping.
For detail: metro.co.uk
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Why many lung cancer patients who have never smoked have worse outcomes

The reason targeted treatment for non-small cell lung cancer fails to work for some patients, particularly those who have never smoked, has been discovered by researchers from UCL, the Francis Crick Institute and AstraZeneca.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: lifestyleasia.com

Hong Kong to implement total ban on smoking e-cigarettes in stricter tobacco laws

Hong Kong is planning to propose stricter tobacco laws and implement control measures to reduce smoking.
For detail: lifestyleasia.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: khaleejtimes.com

UAE: Smokers take more sick leaves, say doctors as they reveal shocking data

Employees calling in sick due to smoking-related illnesses is a serious source of concern, medical professionals have said.
For detail: khaleejtimes.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: frontiersin.org

Assessing the predictive value of smoking history for immunotherapy outcomes in bladder cancer patients

Background: The therapeutic effectiveness of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) in bladder cancer varies among individuals.
For detail: frontiersin.org
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: fortune.com

‘You’re failing!’: the federal government is having a reckoning over youth vaping, as senators tear into FDA and DOJ

High school student Josie Shapiro said she started vaping when she was 14 years old, and hasn't been able to quit for more than two months since.
For detail: fortune.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: floridapolitics.com

Tobacco giant Philip Morris to fund law clinic as part of U.S. Veterans Program expansion

Philip Morris International (PMI) is renewing its commitment of more than $3 million to support veterans nationwide this year through legal support services.
For detail: floridapolitics.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: edition.cnn.com

‘What the hell are you waiting for?’ Senators grill FDA, DOJ about lack of action on youth vaping epidemic

At Wednesday's hearing, Sen. Dick Durbin holds up what he says is an unauthorized flavored e-cigarette product that his staff bought at a vape shop just a mile from FDA headquarters.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bristol.ac.uk

Restricting flavoured vapes could harm smoking cessation efforts, finds study

Restricting the choice of flavoured vapes, also known as e-cigarettes, could have an adverse effect on the many adults who use them to reduce or quit smoking, according to a new University of Bristol-led study published in the journal Harm Reduction.
For detail: bristol.ac.uk
Published Jun 13, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: aussiedlerbote.de

"Why aren't you taking action on the youth vaping crisis?" Senators question FDA and DOJ.

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For detail: aussiedlerbote.de
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: apnews.com

Senators blast health and law enforcement officials over illegal e-cigarettes used by teens

Director of the Food and Drug Administration's Center for Tobacco Products, Brian King testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee during a hearing on combating the rise of illegal electronic cigarettes, on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, June 12, 2024, in Washington.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Jun 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

Nicotine pouch use by young people on the rise amid massive surge in imports to Australia following vaping crackdown

The Australian Border Force has seized more than 1.3 million nicotine pouches since January.(ABC News: Aran Hart) Australia is being flooded with nicotine pouches, as organised crime and other illegal importers fuel a massive increase in the seizure of the small contraband sachets at the border since the start of the year.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

End child labor in tobacco industry

Demanding accountability from the tobacco industry - End child labor in tobacco fields. Join Mary Assunta, GGTC's Head for Global Research and Advocacy, as she sheds light on this critical issue for #WorldDayAgainstChildLabor.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: who.int

WHO condemns tobacco industry's manipulation of medical education

The World Health Organization (WHO) expresses grave concern over the tobacco industry's manipulative tactics aimed at influencing healthcare providers through continuing medical education programmes and thereby advancing the interests of the tobacco industry.
For detail: who.int
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: washingtonpost.com

Senators blast health and law enforcement officials over illegal e-cigarettes used by teens

WASHINGTON — Senators on Wednesday blasted top health and law enforcement officials for not doing more to combat the rise of illegal electronic cigarettes in the U.S.
For detail: washingtonpost.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vanguardngr.com

I didn’t ban smoking, ritual scenes in films, videos

“I really need us to understand this: I did not ban smoking scenes. I did not ban ritual scenes.
For detail: vanguardngr.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: truthinitiative.org

DOJ, FDA Illicit E-Cigarette Task Force Marks Critical Step in Combatting Youth Vaping Crisis

The announcement by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and U.S.
For detail: truthinitiative.org
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

U.S. Senate Hearing on Vaping ‘Epidemic’ Today

The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee plans to conduct hearings today at 10 am on “Combating the Youth Vaping Epidemic by Enhancing Enforcement Against Illegal E‑Cigarettes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

New Zealand Warnings Losing Bite

Research out of New Zealand has found that graphic health warnings on tobacco packages are no longer motivating smokers to quit, reports RNZ.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[FCTC COPD Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Regulators Urged to Embrace Harm Reduction

More than 1.8 million lives could be saved within the next 40 years by replacing World Health Organization-directed tobacco control efforts with products like vapes and e-cigarettes, snus and nicotine pouches, a new study has found.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Illicit Cigarette Sales up in the Netherlands

Illicit cigarette sales in the Netherlands are rising in the wake of tax hikes, according to Dutch News.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thenorthlines.com

FDA and DOJ Unite to Crack Down on Illicit E-Cigarette Trade

The growing issue of unauthorized electronic cigarettes has led top regulatory agencies in the US to form a dedicated task force to crack down on illegal sales and distribution.
For detail: thenorthlines.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Tobacco, alcohol, processed foods and fossil fuels ‘kill 2.7m a year in Europe’

Tobacco, alcohol, ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and fossil fuels kill 2.7 million people a year in Europe, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), which has called on governments to impose tougher regulation of health-harming products.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: straitstimes.com

British teen hospitalised with collapsed lung after vaping equivalent of 400 cigarettes a week

The girl underwent surgery for 5½ hours to remove part of her lung after nearly going into cardiac arrest.
For detail: straitstimes.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[FED Cigarette]

Source: statnews.com

Senators slam the FDA’s new vape enforcement plan: ‘What in the hell have you been waiting for?’

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration and the Department of Justice claim they’re getting serious about clearing store shelves of illegal vapes.
For detail: statnews.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: rollcall.com

FDA, DOJ hammered on response to illegal vapes

About 7.7 percent of middle and high school students in 2023 used e-cigarettes, according to the National Youth Tobacco Survey Sen.
For detail: rollcall.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pbs.org

Senators grill FDA regulators and Justice Department officials over rise of unauthorized e-cigarettes

WASHINGTON (AP) — Senators on Wednesday blasted top health and law enforcement officials for not doing more to combat the rise of illegal electronic cigarettes in the U.S.
For detail: pbs.org
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nypost.com

NYC awarded over $27M from national JUUL e-cig legal settlement

New York City has gotten more than $27 million as part of a $462 million settlement with JUUL, which was sued by several states for causing an underage “vaping epidemic.
For detail: nypost.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

Many young adults who began vaping as teens can’t shake the habit

Vaping became a crutch for them. Like losing a cellphone, losing a vape pen would set off a mad scramble.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kffhealthnews.org

Many Young Adults Who Began Vaping as Teens Can’t Shake the Habit

“It needs to be right next to my head when I fall asleep at night, and then in the morning, I have to thrash through the sheets and pick it up and find it,” Kumar recalled.
For detail: kffhealthnews.org
Published Jun 12, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: healthpolicy-watch.news

Tobacco, Junk Food, Fossil Fuel and Alcohol Industries Drive ‘Millions of Deaths’

The tobacco industry is just one sector implicated in a new WHO Europe report on the commercial determinants of health.
For detail: healthpolicy-watch.news
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

Smoke Free Sweden: New Zealand Halves Smoking Rate as Smokers Seek Less Harmful Alternatives

WARSAW, Poland, June 12, 2024--(BUSINESS WIRE)--New Zealand’s smoking rate has halved in just five years due to the widespread acceptance and use of smoke free nicotine products, according to a new Smoke Free Sweden report by a panel of international experts led by public health expert Dr Marewa Glover of New Zealand.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: educationhq.com

The nicotine offensive: schools' vape battle intensifies

Students addicted to vapes are resorting to increasingly covert tactics to get their fix at school, while others are taking up smoking as the devices become harder to source, one expert has flagged.
For detail: educationhq.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dunyanews.tv

Budget 2024-25: Strict penalties proposed for selling illicit cigarettes

ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – Retailers may face penalties for selling counterfeit, smuggled, and untaxed cigarettes as the federal budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025 proposes strict measures against such practices.
For detail: dunyanews.tv
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cspdailynews.com

Senate Judiciary Committee Grills FDA, DOJ on Lack of Enforcement Regarding Illegal E-Cigarettes

The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee conducted hearings on Combatting the Youth Vaping Epidemic by Enhancing Enforcement Against Illegal E-Cigarettes on Wednesday in Washington, D.C.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: courthousenews.com

Senators press FDA, Justice Department on illegal vape sales

WASHINGTON (CN) — A pair of federal officials charged with regulating and enforcing vape sales got a bipartisan grilling on Wednesday from the Senate Judiciary Committee, as lawmakers accused them of being asleep at the wheel while companies illegally market tobacco devices to kids.
For detail: courthousenews.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: copdnewstoday.com

If I’d have hated smoking 6 decades ago, I might not have COPD today

If, 58 years ago, I had hated cigarettes as much as I hate them now, I probably wouldn’t have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
For detail: copdnewstoday.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: chalkbeat.org

NYC gets $27 million from Juul lawsuit settlement to combat youth vaping

New York City is set to receive $27 million to combat youth vaping from a settlement from a lawsuit against the e-cigarette company Juul.
For detail: chalkbeat.org
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cbs12.com

Fact Check Team: FDA reverses Juul ban, continues review amid vaping concerns

WASHINGTON (TND) — The Food and Drug Administration last week reversed a ban on Juul, one of the most popular E-cigarette companies here in the U.S.
For detail: cbs12.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bloomberg.com

Flavored Vapes From China Are Overwhelming the FDA’s Resources

Flavored disposable vapes entering the US from China pose an unprecedented time and resource challenge to the US Food and Drug Administration, which says it needs more money and staff to crack down on them.
For detail: bloomberg.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[WNTD Vaping]

Source: bernama.com

MOMS, LET’S PROTECT OUR CHILDREN FROM SMOKING AND VAPING

It is that time of the year where we celebrate World No Tobacco Day again, every May 31. And each year, every day, as moms, we try so hard to protect our children in so many ways.
For detail: bernama.com
Published Jun 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: aoa.org

Help patients understand the hazards of vaping to the eyes

It seems like ever since vaping was introduced in the U.S. market almost two decades ago, health care providers and researchers have been trying to smoke out whether vaping is indeed a “safe” alternative to combustible cigarettes.
For detail: aoa.org
Published Jun 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Why can companies advertise nicotine pouches in Quebec?

These products are available at select pharmacies and online. But since they don't contain tobacco and aren’t inhaled, they aren't subject to the same laws around smoking or vaping.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

‘Tobacco Too Cheap’

The tobacco tax proposed in Bangladesh’s 2024–2025 budget will make tobacco products cheaper and more affordable, according to critics.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 11, 2024
[PTC Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Pakistan Urged to OK Small Packs for Exports

Pakistan Tobacco Co. (PTC), a BAT subsidiary, is lobbying the Pakistan government to allow export of 10-pack cigarettes to Sudan, reports The Guardian.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

U.S. unveils new task force aimed at cracking down on illicit e-cigarettes

Flavored e-cigarette products are seen on a store shelf in Raleigh, North Carolina, U.S., June 23, 2022.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Jun 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Hidden flaws in e-cigarette industry-funded studies

Electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use has increased since e-cigarettes were introduced to the market nearly 20 years ago.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jun 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: gbnews.com

Teenage vaping addict loses part of her lung after collapsing and 'turning blue' after smoking equivalent of 400 cigarettes

The stricken teen's father said: 'It was terrifying for me. I cried like a baby. It was horrible to watch.
For detail: gbnews.com
Published Jun 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Consumer Group Welcomes Juul Ban Rescission

The potential return of Juul to U.S. store shelves would represent a win for consumers and tobacco harm reduction, according to the Consumer Choice Center (CCC).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: rstreet.org

Nicotine is Not the Problem

In the United States, it is estimated that approximately 500,000 Americans die of smoking-related diseases each year, a number that hasn’t wavered much over the last decade, even though smoking rates have consistently dropped year over year.
For detail: rstreet.org
Published Jun 10, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: pia.gov.ph

Health literacy is key to fight prevalence of tobacco, e-cigarette use

The DOH produces a video centering on the anti-smoking and anti-vaping campaign in line with the observance of the World No Tobacco Day.
For detail: pia.gov.ph
Published Jun 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nytimes.com

Law Enforcement Unit Is Formed to Crack Down on Illegal E-Cigarettes

Agents from various federal agencies will focus on unauthorized candy-flavored and nicotine-laden vapes that have flooded the U.
For detail: nytimes.com
Published Jun 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ndtv.com

UK Teen's Lungs Collapses After Vaping The Equivalent Of 400 Cigarettes A Week

Her lung collapsed because excessive vaping had burst a small air blister known as a pulmonary bleb on her lungs.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Jun 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

The trajectory of smoking cessation after treatment and its related factors in Taiwan

Smoking has multiple negative effects on health; therefore, the Taiwanese government provides smoking cessation clinics to smokers.
For detail: nature.com
Published Jun 10, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: mdanderson.org

Smoking is on the decline. But if you are one of the 28 million Americans still smoking, you probably know how hard it is to quit.

Close to 70% of smokers report that they want to stop smoking. Of those, 55% said they tried to quit in the previous year.
For detail: mdanderson.org
Published Jun 10, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: marketwatch.com

Life Insurance for Smokers (2024)

Life insurance companies weigh health risks such as smoking when setting premium rates, and smokers typically pay higher premiums than non-smokers due to an increased health risk.
For detail: marketwatch.com
Published Jun 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: justice.gov

Justice Department and FDA Announce Federal Multi-Agency Task Force to Curb Distribution and Sale of Illegal E-Cigarettes

The Justice Department and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced the creation of a federal multi-agency task force to combat the illegal distribution and sale of e-cigarettes.
For detail: justice.gov
Published Jun 10, 2024
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]

Source: gulfnews.com

Watch: UAE companies, government departments to enforce no-smoking policies

The handbook was developed by the ministry’s National Tobacco Control Programme. Image used for illustrative purpose only.
For detail: gulfnews.com
Published Jun 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

NHS warns of increasing cigarette and alcohol consumption

NHS England has released statistics that show an increase in cigarette, vape and alcohol consumption from the previous year.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Jun 10, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: dailysabah.com

President Erdoğan calls for global action on World No Tobacco Day

Erdoğan emphasized the alarming statistics, stating that globally, 20,000 people die daily due to smoking-related diseases and in Türkiye alone, 85,000 lives are lost annually to tobacco President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met with national athletes, children and young people from many different countries at the Vahdettin Mansion in Istanbul on Saturday as part of the "World No Tobacco Day and Environment Week Program," organized in observance of the awareness day on May 31.
For detail: dailysabah.com
Published Jun 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: businessinsider.com

New York school installs 'vape detectors' in middle school bathrooms to sniff out THC and nicotine

Schools are cracking down on students using weed vapes and e-cigarettes during the school day.
For detail: businessinsider.com
Published Jun 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: apnews.com

FDA and DOJ pledge more cooperation on illegal e-cigarettes ahead of congressional hearing

WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal health regulators and law enforcement officials on Monday vowed to work more closely to stop sales of illegal electronic cigarettes, which have grown into a multibillion-dollar business in the U.S.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Jun 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc.net.au

Australia-first anti-vaping campaign uses threat of social harm, not cancer, to get its message across

A teenager hiding in a school bathroom stall, a man wheezing as he sits in the gym, a woman stressing as she tips out her handbag.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jun 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

Illegal tobacco worth $2m bound for Sydney and Melbourne intercepted by police on Hume Highway

Police allege more than 2,000 vapes were found in one vehicle during a random breath test on the Hume Highway at Tumblong.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jun 09, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: thestar.com.my

Nicotine pouches set to be next teen addiction

Most countries still have no regulations on nicotine pouches, and even in countries where they are banned, they are mostly still easy to order online.
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published Jun 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: foxbaltimore.com

Baltimore Police seek "casual cigarette killer" linked to two homicides and shooting

Baltimore (WBFF) — The search is on for a man connected with several violent incidents across Baltimore, including two homicides.
For detail: foxbaltimore.com
Published Jun 09, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: e.vnexpress.net

Thailand prevents e-cigarette smoking among adolescents

Young people are a major target of e-cigarette companies, and they can easily become new smokers, facing both short- and long-term health risks, Deputy Prime Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit, who is also the NHCO chairman, was quoted by local media as saying.
For detail: e.vnexpress.net
Published Jun 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cnet.com

Juul E-Cigarette Ban Reversed Pending FDA Review

The fate of Juul e-cigarettes has been hanging in the balance for the last few years as the US Food and Drug Administration reviews the company's products to determine if they are safe to inhale.
For detail: cnet.com
Published Jun 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tbsnews.net

Proposed tax increase for cigarettes not enough: Anti-tobacco orgs

Insufficient increase in the price of tobacco products will make the goal of achieving a tobacco-free Bangladesh by 2040 difficult, the organisations noted.
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published Jun 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: scroll.in

How tobacco companies use old tricks to draw younger users to smoking

Corporations have shifted their marketing strategies to online channels and media to normalise tobacco use.
For detail: scroll.in
Published Jun 08, 2024
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]

Source: scoop.co.nz

Indonesia Is Enforcing Stronger Anti-Tobacco Measures Despite Industry Interference

There is plenty of scientific evidence to show that tobacco kills one out of every two of its users (as per the WHO).
For detail: scoop.co.nz
Published Jun 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: scmp.com

Is Charley Hull the ‘John Daly of women’s golf’? The glam English LPGA Tour star went viral for smoking at the US Open and signing autographs, cig in mouth

While smoking is not usually associated with athletes given its scientifically proven health consequences, it’s hard to deny that her look – carefree, cig in between tournament holes and all – was quite a vibe.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Jun 08, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Update on numbers of tobacco-attributable deaths by country in the South-East Asia region: implications for policy

Background: The WHO South-East Asia Region is home to around 33% of adult tobacco users.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jun 08, 2024
[WNTD NCD Tobacco]

Source: lankasara.com

ADIC Sri Lanka Receives the “WHO World No Tobacco Day Award 2024”

ADIC Sri Lanka Receives the WHO World No Tobacco Day Award 2024 at the National event commemorating World No Tobacco Day, Marking a Significant Milestone in Tobacco Prevention – 7th June 2024.
For detail: lankasara.com
Published Jun 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fortune.com

400,000 American teenagers are using addictive nicotine pouches like Zyn. Experts say ‘it’s reasonable to be concerned’

Hunter “Ratch” Ratchford is an Alabama college student with 42,000 followers on TikTok. That’s where he posts, pretty much exclusively, about Zyn, a brand of flavored oral nicotine pouches that come in bright round cans and flavors like cool mint, citrus, and cinnamon.
For detail: fortune.com
Published Jun 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Vaping. Are you really choosing anymore?

Vaping addiction can creep up on you. And before you know it, it can be hard to resist.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 07, 2024
[FCTC Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

The tobacco industry must be held accountable for its impact on our environment and human health!

Cigarette butts contain toxic chemicals in addition to microplastics from cigarette filters.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Jun 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Webinar series: Regulating digital marketing of tobacco, alcohol, food and non-alcoholic beverages and breast-milk substitutes

WHO has recently released a new publication title Restricting Digital Marketing in the context of Tobacco, Alcohol, Food and Beverages, and Breast-Milk Substitutes: Existing Approaches and Policy Options.
For detail: who.int
Published Jun 07, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

WHO-led Tobacco-Free Farms Initiative awarded UN grant for scaling up

The WHO-led Tobacco-Free Farms Initiative has been honoured with the Scale Catalyst Grant through the UN Global Pulse Scale Accelerator Programme.
For detail: who.int
Published Jun 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: truthinitiative.org

E-cigarettes: Facts, stats and regulations

Although e-cigarettes have been sold in the U.S. for nearly 20 years, use patterns have shifted dramatically.
For detail: truthinitiative.org
Published Jun 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Anti-smoking Policies May Perpetuate Health Disparities

A Fralin Biomedical Research Institute study published in Nicotine and Tobacco Research was the first to use data from the Experimental Tobacco Marketplace to examine how policies restricting flavors of nicotine and tobacco products influence health equity.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 07, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: thisdaylive.com

Every May 31, the World No Tobacco Day is marked globally. This year, the theme “Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference,” aims to pressure governments to implement policies to prevent children from becoming replacement smokers. It was on that premise that Renevlyn Development Initiative, RDI, and Vital Voices for Africa, VVA, recently held a virtual discussion to highlight the role of the media in tackling youth tobacco addiction, Chiemelie Ezeobi reports

Globally, the World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) is held every May 31 and it is targeted at informing the public on the dangers of using tobacco, the business practices of tobacco companies, what WHO is doing to fight the tobacco epidemic, and what people around the world can do to claim their right to health and healthy living and to protect future generations.
For detail: thisdaylive.com
Published Jun 07, 2024
[FCTC PTC Cigarette]

Source: theguardian.com

BAT subsidiary lobbies Pakistan to allow export of cigarettes to Sudan

Exclusive: critics say British American Tobacco’s plan to ‘flood a country in crisis with cheap cigarettes’ is ‘shameful’ A subsidiary of British American Tobacco is lobbying the government of Pakistan to allow it to export 10-packs of cigarettes to war-torn Sudan, prompting criticism from a smoking campaign group.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jun 07, 2024
[FED Cigarette]

Source: thefridaytimes.com

High Prices Lead to 11 Billion Fewer Cigarettes Smoked in Pakistan, Survey

Survey results indicate a robust correlation between cigarette prices and tobacco consumption. A notable 63% of respondents believe that higher tobacco prices reduce smoking rates.
For detail: thefridaytimes.com
Published Jun 07, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: scmp.com

Explainer

A ban on flavoured cigarettes, further limits to public smoking areas and increased penalties for illicit cigarette-related offences are among 10 short-term measures the Hong Kong government has announced to reduce the number of smokers.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Jun 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scmp.com

Hong Kong aims to ban flavoured cigarettes but will it cut smoking rates?

A smoker in Tsim Sha Tsui. The government has announced a range of measures to cut down on the number of tobacco users in the city.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Jun 07, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news18.com

How Smoking Affects Women’s Health More Than That Of Men

Nicotine is an addictive drug present in tobacco that makes it hard for smokers to quit it. In addition to nicotine, smokers inhale about 7,000 other chemicals in a cigarette.
For detail: news18.com
Published Jun 07, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: jamanetwork.com

Flavored Vapes Might Expose Users to Hundreds of Dangerous Byproducts

The liquid in flavored e-cigarettes likely produces an array of harmful chemicals when heated, as occurs during vaping, a recent study in Scientific Reports found.
For detail: jamanetwork.com
Published Jun 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: independent.co.uk

Juul scores big win when FDA walks back marketing ban on its e-cigarette

The FDA announced that it would be rescinding its action against Juul due to new case law and the agency’s review of information Juul, the e-cigarette, has scored a big win as the Food and Drug Administration rescinded its marketing ban on the product on Thursday.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Jun 07, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: healthshots.com

9 health benefits you may reap after you quit smoking

People who smoke feel that it helps them relax, and overcome stress and anxiety. That may feel good in the moment, but it can lead to problems in the long run.
For detail: healthshots.com
Published Jun 07, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: ajmc.com

What We’re Reading: Native American Health Care Ruling; e-Cigarette Ban Reversal; Health Care Workforce Crisis

Going forward, the federal government must pay potentially hundreds of millions more to underfunded Native American tribes with health care programs; the FDA reversed its ban on Juul e-cigarettes yesterday as it reviews new court decisions and updated information; hospitals nationwide are experiencing workforce shortages as doctors and nurses increasingly leave the field.
For detail: ajmc.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Alert on Philip Morris-funded Foundation name change to Global Action to End Smoking

WHO is alerting Member States and the public health community that the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World, funded by tobacco company Philip Morris, and which WHO previously advised against partnering with in 2017, has changed its name to Global Action to End Smoking.
For detail: who.int
Published Jun 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: washingtonpost.com

FDA reverses ban on Juul products as Supreme Court may weigh in on vapes

Juul products have remained in stores as the company appealed the Food and Drug Administration's initial decision.
For detail: washingtonpost.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: upi.com

FDA rescinds ban on Juul vape products, resumes scientific review

June 6 (UPI) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration Thursday reversed an earlier ruling banning Juul vaping products almost two years after ordering the products off the market.
For detail: upi.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Leaf Sales Down

Contracted and self-financing growers had earned more than US$600 million by Day 56 of Zimbabwe’s 2024 tobacco selling season, down from $722 million earned by the same day last year, reports The Herald.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Hong Kong Proposes New Anti-Smoking Measures

Among other measures, the city plans to introduce a new duty-paid labeling system, ban “smoke-and-queue” behavior in public, and prohibit all flavored cigarettes and alternative products including vapes and heated cigarettes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Breaking: FDA Rescinds Juul Marketing Denial Order

The Food and Drug Administration Thursday rescinded its 2022 ban on Juul Labs’ e-cigarette products. However, the agency has not yet made a final decision on whether Juul can remain on the U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

FDA’s Continued Delays in Reviewing Juul’s Marketing Applications Are Unacceptable and Harmful to Kids

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Nearly two years after it denied marketing applications for all Juul e-cigarettes and subsequently stayed that decision following a lawsuit by Juul, the FDA today announced that it has rescinded its marketing denial order, returned Juul’s applications to pending status and is still reviewing them.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: thenationalnews.com

Three quarters of smokers believe vaping is as harmful as cigarettes, global study finds

Three quarters of smokers believe vaping is at least as harmful to their health as cigarettes, a global study has found.
For detail: thenationalnews.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thedailystar.net

Cigarettes to get costlier

Finance Minister Abul Hassan Mahmood Ali today proposed raising supplementary duty on cigarettes by 1 percentage point and fixing it at 66 percent.
For detail: thedailystar.net
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: techtimes.com

FDA Reverses Juul E-Cigarette Ban, Vape Giant Regains Shelf Access Amid Legal Battle

The FDA reversed its ban on Juul e-cigarettes, allowing sales to continue while the agency conducts further review of the company's applications.
For detail: techtimes.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tbsnews.net

More pennies per puff: Tobacco prices to rise

The tax on tobacco is set to rise once again according to the national budget for fiscal 2024-25 presented by Finance Minister Abul Hassan Mahmood today (6 June).
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: stluciatimes.com

Teenage Tobacco Use Drops, But E-Cigarettes On The Rise

Surveys conducted by the Substance Abuse Advisory Council Secretariat (SAACS) show a decline in tobacco use by youngsters aged 13 to 15 but a surge in the use of e-cigarettes.
For detail: stluciatimes.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: stir.ac.uk

Study suggests novel ways to use e-cigarette packaging to better protect consumers

E-cigarette packaging could be used to encourage smokers to switch to vaping and deter non-smokers from taking up the habit, according to new research from the University of Stirling.
For detail: stir.ac.uk
Published Jun 06, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: pharmaceutical-journal.com

‘Unresolvable conflict’: are links to big tobacco changing inhaler prescribing?

When Marlboro cigarette maker Philip Morris International (PMI) took over UK-based asthma inhaler company Vectura in September 2021, there was immediate backlash.
For detail: pharmaceutical-journal.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Impact of vanilla flavor on nicotine taste, choice, intake, and seeking behaviors

Rationale: Flavors can alter the orosensory properties of tobacco products. Specifically, flavors can serve as an oral cue for smokeless tobacco products.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Smoking and pulmonary health in women: A narrative review and behavioral health perspective

Objective: Cigarette smoking prevalence has declined slower among women than men, and smoking-related pulmonary disease (PD) has risen dramatically among women.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jun 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

The Role of e-Cigarette Packaging as a Health Communications Tool: A Focus Group Study With Adolescents and Adults in England and Scotland

Introduction: In the United Kingdom, e-cigarette and refill packaging must display a nicotine addiction warning.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Flavor restrictions has the potential to reduce socioeconomic disparities in tobacco use

Restricting menthol flavor in cigarettes while making nicotine replacement therapy, such as a skin patch that can help ease withdrawal, more available and affordable has the potential to reduce socioeconomic disparities in tobacco use.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.rthk.hk

E-cigarettes, smoking in a queue to be banned

E-cigarettes, flavoured cigarettes and lighting up while in a queue are set to be banned in Hong Kong, as part of measures designed to bring about a "cultural change" when it comes to smoking.
For detail: news.rthk.hk
Published Jun 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: nbcnewyork.com

The FDA reverses its ban on Juul e-cigarettes

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For detail: nbcnewyork.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nbcnews.com

The FDA reverses its ban on Juul e-cigarettes

The Food and Drug Administration announced Thursday that it has reversed its ban on Juul e-cigarettes while it reviews new court decisions and considers updated information provided by the vape maker.
For detail: nbcnews.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: nbcdfw.com

The FDA reverses its ban on Juul e-cigarettes

Juul's nicotine products have been allowed to stay in stores pending review of its application to sell them.
For detail: nbcdfw.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medpagetoday.com

Juul Vaping Products' Stay of Execution Is Now More Official

In yet another delay in FDA action to regulate electronic cigarettes, the agency announcedopens in a new tab or window it was rescinding its earlier denial of the marketing orders necessary for Juul to keep its vaping products on retail shelves.
For detail: medpagetoday.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Study suggests novel ways to use e-cigarette packaging to better protect consumers

Nine alternative on-pack messages. Credit: Nicotine and Tobacco Research (2024). DOI: 10.1093/ntr/ntae107 E-cigarette packaging could be used to encourage smokers to switch to vaping and deter non-smokers from taking up the habit, according to new research from the University of Stirling.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalrepublic.com.au

Parental e-cig use linked to eczema in kids

Atopic dermatitis in children can be triggered by environmental factors such as second-hand smoke, but it is not known whether parental e-cigarette use carries the same risk.
For detail: medicalrepublic.com.au
Published Jun 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: marketwatch.com

Juul e-cigarettes’ FDA ban lifted

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Thursday that it has rescinded its 2022 orders blocking the marketing of Juul Labs Inc.
For detail: marketwatch.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: hongkongfp.com

Hong Kong announces plan to ban use of e-cigarettes, even in private

Hong Kong announced plans on Thursday for a blanket ban on e-cigarettes, citing a “consensus” on the need for action and their impact on the health of young people.
For detail: hongkongfp.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: forbes.com

FDA Rescinds Marketing Ban On Juul E-Cigarettes

The agency rescinded its marketing denial orders for the e-cigarette maker’s products after further review of information provided by Juul—as well as new case law.
For detail: forbes.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: etinsights.et-edge.com

Cigarette smoke and the environment: An overlooked but serious threat

Cigarette smoke, beyond its well-known health risks, is a hidden environmental villain silently polluting our air and demanding urgent action In the realm of environmental hazards, cigarettes often stand as silent perpetrators, their impact eclipsed by more widely discussed pollutants.
For detail: etinsights.et-edge.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: en.somoynews.tv

Budget 2024-25: Cigarettes to become costlier

Finance Minister AH Mahmood Ali has proposed increasing the price of tobacco products in the first budget of the 12th Parliament.
For detail: en.somoynews.tv
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dhakatribune.com

Cigarettes to become more expensive

Finance Minister Abul Hassan Mahmood Ali has proposed an increase in the supplementary duty on cigarettes by 1%, bringing it to 66%.
For detail: dhakatribune.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: click2houston.com

The FDA reverses its ban on Juul e-cigarettes

The Food and Drug Administration announced Thursday that it has reversed its ban on Juul e-cigarettes while it reviews new court decisions and considers updated information provided by the vape maker.
For detail: click2houston.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: channelnewsasia.com

Hong Kong seeks to ban all e-cigarettes

Under existing laws, anyone in Hong Kong who imports e-cigarettes can be punished by up to seven years in jail and a fine of HK$2 million (US$256,000), while sellers and manufacturers can be jailed for up to six months.
For detail: channelnewsasia.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbc.ca

UN chief calls for fossil fuel ads to be banned like cigarette ads

United Nations Secretary General António Guterres is calling on nations to ban fossil fuel ads, and urging media and tech companies to 'stop taking fossil fuel advertising.
For detail: cbc.ca
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: businesspostbd.com

Cigarettes become pricier

The government has proposed hiking the supplementary duty on cigarettes by 1 percentage point from 65 per cent to 66 per cent.
For detail: businesspostbd.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Warnings after vapes sold to under-18s

Trading standards have sent out a warning after a number of retailers were found to be selling vapes to underage buyers.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

US reverses ban on Juul vaping products

Bloomberg via Getty Images A person uses a Juul Labs Inc.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: azdailysun.com

$20M from e-cig settlement goes to youth mental health

Up to $20 million from Colorado’s $31.7 million settlement with an e-cigarette company will be used to promote youth mental health services, Attorney General Phil Weiser announced.
For detail: azdailysun.com
Published Jun 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: asahi.com

New smoking areas set up on hopes of vending machine sales

Although Japan has taken legal steps to build a smoke-free society, a few companies are investing in smoking areas to squeeze profits from among the declining number of tobacco users.
For detail: asahi.com
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wusf.usf.edu

Florida researchers discuss the health impact of vaping: safer but not safe

On this episode of "Florida Matters," we talk with experts from FAU and Moffitt Cancer Center about the health impacts of vaping — both on adults and youth.
For detail: wusf.usf.edu
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: urdupoint.com

Pakistan's Tobacco Taxation Drive Gains Momentum

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 5th Jun, 2024) As the death toll from tobacco-related illnesses continues to mount, a clarion call resonates through the halls of power, urging Pakistan's government to take bold action and implement robust tobacco taxation policies.
For detail: urdupoint.com
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

BAT Expects Lower First-Half Profit

Declining sales of cigarettes and growing competition from illegal vapes in the U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Risk Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Swedish Match MRTP Comments Due July 5

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration posted the final set of application materials related to renewing existing modified-risk tobacco product (MRTP) orders for Swedish Match U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 05, 2024
[PTB Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tax Hike Diverted Cigarette Sales: LUMS

Pakistan’s 2023 federal excise duty (FED) hike on tobacco products has diverted rather than reduced cigarette consumption, reports The News International, citing recent research.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Vietnam Trade Ministry Supports Vapes Ban

Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade supports a ban on e-cigarettes, reports The VN Express The ministry has requested the government to halt the review of its proposed bill on regulating e-cigarettes after the health ministry officially published a report highlighting their negative effects.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: theguardian.com

How Charley Hull’s viral cigarette lit up the golf world: ‘It’s a little surreal’

England’s top golfer, a newly minted cult hero after being snapped smoking at the US Open, has the whole-mood swagger of John Daly by way of Kate Moss – and the game to back it up Tobacco has been having a pretty good week.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scmp.com

Hong Kong penalties for illicit cigarettes to go up, anti-forgery features to be used

Hong Kong duty-paid cigarettes will need to be labelled with anti-forgery features, and penalties for the sale and purchase of contraband will be increased under a series of measures to be announced by health and customs authorities on Thursday, the Post has learned.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: rte.ie

HSE issues e-cigarette alert over illegal nicotine levels

The HSE has issued an alert for the public to avoid using two e-cigarette products which contain illegal amounts of nicotine.
For detail: rte.ie
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Harm perceptions across vaping product features: An on-line cross-sectional survey of adults who smoke and/or vape in the United Kingdom

Background and aims: Vaping products are diverse with a wide variety of features, and popular products change rapidly.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

The impact of exposure to FDA e-cigarette authorization messages on product perceptions and interest - an experiment with adults who smoke and youth

Introduction: In the United States, e-cigarettes have entered a new regulatory era, needing authorizations from FDA to remain on or enter the marketplace.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

How a low-nicotine cigarette policy could improve public health

The introduction of low-nicotine cigarettes has been proposed as a potential method to reduce cigarette use; however, no significant clinical trial to date has provided evidence to support this hypothesis.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nbcmiami.com

Teen who allegedly killed 14-year-old over vaping products seeks bond

William Garrido's attorneys tried to argue Wednesday there is no direct evidence the 19-year-old shot and killed Angelo Guzman A transaction over vaping products turned deadly when the alleged seller shot the 14-year-old buyer in the chest.
For detail: nbcmiami.com
Published Jun 05, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: indonesia.un.org

WHO calls for bold, decisive legislative action to protect young people from tobacco industry interference

Jakarta, 31 May 2024 – On World No Tobacco Day 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) is urgently calling on legislators and policy makers in Indonesia to protect young people from tobacco industry interference amid a series of key legislative developments that have the potential to safeguard the health not just of the current generation of young Indonesians but every generation to come.
For detail: indonesia.un.org
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: goodmenproject.com

We Must Address the Dangers of E-Cigarettes and Dual Use

The narrative surrounding e-cigarette use has focused solely on harm reduction without adequately considering the risks posed by dual use and the potential for new health complications.
For detail: goodmenproject.com
Published Jun 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: e.vnexpress.net

Trade ministry supports e-cigarette ban

Trader minister Nguyen Hong Dien told lawmakers Wednesday that it has requested the government to halt the review of its proposed bill on regulating e-cigarettes after the health ministry officially made a report higlighting their negative effects.
For detail: e.vnexpress.net
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dailyparliamenttimes.com

Pakistan’s Tobacco Taxation Drive Gains Momentum

Islamabad, (Parliament Times) : As urgent calls reverberate through the halls of policymaking, urging for the implementation of robust tobacco taxation policies, the spotlight now squarely rests upon Pakistan’s government to take heed of these appeals.
For detail: dailyparliamenttimes.com
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cbc.ca

Nearly 20 million illegal cigarettes seized in Hamilton, Niagara and 10 people convicted, province says

Ontario's Ministry of Finance announced, on June 3, 2024, several charges and convictions under the Tobacco Tax Act.
For detail: cbc.ca
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: buckrail.com

Wyo Dept. of Health encourages youth to quit vaping

WYOMING — In the upcoming year, the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) plans to distribute a new tobacco/nicotine-free educational campaign directed towards youth attending schools throughout Wyoming.
For detail: buckrail.com
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Plan to make city 'smoke-free' by 2030 approved

The council said almost £2m would be used to tackle the city’s "biggest preventable killer" A council's plan to make a city "smoke free" by 2030 has been been approved.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jun 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: academic.oup.com

The phenomenon of e-cigarette among Filipino youth: a created environment

A recent correspondence article published in this journal reverberates the harmful effects of e-cigarettes on users reported by the World Health Organization.
For detail: academic.oup.com
Published Jun 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: about.hse.ie

HSE warns people to stop using e-cigarette products containing illegal levels of nicotine

The HSE’s National Environmental Health Service is today (Wednesday, 5 June 2024) alerting the public to stop using two e-cigarette products as they contain illegal amounts of nicotine.
For detail: about.hse.ie
Published Jun 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: verywellhealth.com

Vitamin Vape Is Not the Health Trend You Want to Follow

Vitamin vapes—that don’t have nicotine—are marketed as wellness devices that can deliver vitamins and help with certain health conditions.
For detail: verywellhealth.com
Published Jun 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

FDA Updates Vaping Products ‘Red List’

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has updated its import alert, which includes a “red list” of vapor products that may be detained “without physical examination,” the agency announced.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Investor Plans Nicotine Extraction in Zimbabwe

A Chinese investor plans to build a multi-billion dollar nicotine-extraction factory in Zimbabwe, reports The Herald.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thisdaylive.com

By Dr. Akinwande Puddicombe

With renewed attention to smoking and vaping regulations around the world, now is the time for action to realise Nigeria’s smoke-free ambitions.
For detail: thisdaylive.com
Published Jun 04, 2024
[FED Tobacco]

Source: thefridaytimes.com

Tobacco Industry Underreporting Production To Avoid Taxes, Claim Experts

Propose an increase in taxes on cigarettes that can improve government revenues to an estimated Rs336 billion, up from the current level of Rs240 billion Tobacco Industry Underreporting Production To Avoid Taxes, Claim Experts Islamabad – June 01, 2024: Health advocates have proposed a 37% increase in taxes on tobacco products in Pakistan to reduce consumption, increase revenue and bridge the gap in health costs associated with smoking.
For detail: thefridaytimes.com
Published Jun 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thedailyrecord.com

Mixed messaging on e-cigarettes

The Food and Drug Administration is failing to deliver a clear and important message about e-cigarettes, particularly to adults who smoke and the physicians treating them.
For detail: thedailyrecord.com
Published Jun 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

British American Tobacco first-half revenues, profits to slip

LONDON, June 4 (Reuters) - British American Tobacco (BATS.L), opens new tab said on Tuesday that declining sales of cigarettes and the rise of illegal vapes in the U.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Jun 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

There is no 'lesser evil' when it comes to tobacco use, says doctor

From the traditional cigarette to the modern electronic cigarette, from the communal hookah to the discreet pinch of smokeless tobacco, each has proven to be detrimental to a person's health.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jun 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: euronews.com

€25 a pack: Does raising prices actually stop people smoking?

A Social Affairs Committee, part of France's Senate, has published a report on how taxation can guide the French population towards healthier lifestyles.
For detail: euronews.com
Published Jun 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dakotanewsnow.com

First Alert Safety Desk: Vaping rates increasing for Gen Z

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - With the rise in the use of e-cigarettes, one age demographic is particularly vulnerable.
For detail: dakotanewsnow.com
Published Jun 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

How dangerous is vaping and will the new Parliament ban smoking for young people?

The government's bid to introduce a ban on young people smoking and a new tax on vaping products failed to make it through Parliament before it was dissolved for the general election.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jun 04, 2024
[FBR Cigarette]

Source: 24newshd.tv

LUMS report highlights alarming increase in illegal cigarette market in Pakistan

The Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) has released a comprehensive report detailing the rampant availability and significant impact of illegal cigarettes in Pakistan.
For detail: 24newshd.tv
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vanguardngr.com

The Crucial Role of Government Regulation in Tobacco Harm Reduction and Reduced-Risk Products

Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) presents a promising approach to mitigating the health risks associated with smoking.
For detail: vanguardngr.com
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: valleynewslive.com

‘Vote No on Vaping’ supporters hit the streets in Valley City

VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The issue of flavored vaping cartridges and e-liquids will be on the June 11th ballot in the upcoming city-wide election in Valley City.
For detail: valleynewslive.com
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Tobacconists Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

French Tobacconists Oppose Price Hike

French tobacconists have objected to a proposal to raise cigarette prices to €25 per pack by 2040, reports Euractiv.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: sowetanlive.co.za

Vaping youth more likely to start smoking cigarettes

“Vaping meets the classification of a ‘gateway drug’, with studies indicating that youths who vape are 3.
For detail: sowetanlive.co.za
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sowetanlive.co.za

How tobacco industry campaigns help addict world’s youth

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For detail: sowetanlive.co.za
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scientificamerican.com

How Tobacco Companies Use Chemistry To Get Around Menthol Bans

Regulating chemicals one-by-one has allowed the tobacco industry to skirt menthol bans by creating new additives with similar effects but unclear safety profiles.
For detail: scientificamerican.com
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scientificamerican.com

How Tobacco Companies Use Chemistry To Get Around Menthol Bans

Regulating chemicals one-by-one has allowed the tobacco industry to skirt menthol bans by creating new additives with similar effects but unclear safety profiles.
For detail: scientificamerican.com
Published Jun 03, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: pryorinfopub.com

Cherokee Nation Announces New Anti-Vaping, Anti-Smnoking Efforts on World No Tobacco Day

Cherokee Nation Public Health staff, as well as other Cherokee Nation leaders and a few Cherokee teens from across the reservation were present while Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr.
For detail: pryorinfopub.com
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: portnews.com.au

National rates triple but regional men are vaping less

Fewer Australian men living in rural and regional areas were vaping compared to those in major cities, the government has found.
For detail: portnews.com.au
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pna.gov.ph

Barbers wants vape maker to explain serious violations of vape law

MANILA – Surigao del Norte 2nd District Rep. Robert Ace Barbers on Monday demanded vape product manufacturer and importer Flava Corporation to explain before Congress reports on serious violations of the country’s vape law.
For detail: pna.gov.ph
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: opinion.inquirer.net

Stop the youth vaping trend

When vapes were first introduced to the market, they came in inconspicuous, black packaging that could easily be mistaken for a USB drive.
For detail: opinion.inquirer.net
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nst.com.my

Lam Thye: Rise in vaping, use of e-cigarettes among youngsters a serious concern

The Health Ministry should expedite the introduction of regulations to ensure effective enforcement of the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act, says Alliance for Safe Community chairman Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye.
For detail: nst.com.my
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.ontario.ca

Province Seizes 310,000 Unmarked Cigarettes in Tobacco Enforcement Investigation

Description of Seizures: On May 2, 2024, Ministry of Finance officials seized 310,000 unmarked cigarettes based on an investigation.
For detail: news.ontario.ca
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: moreechampion.com.au

National rates triple but regional men are vaping less

Fewer Australian men living in rural and regional areas were vaping compared to those in major cities, the government has found.
For detail: moreechampion.com.au
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Zyn is following Big Tobacco's playbook for teens

Zyn's synthetic nicotine offers the kick of a cigarette or dip without the cancer-causing smoke and chemicals of tobacco, packaged in a pouch that can be discreetly tucked into the upper lip.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: lbhf.gov.uk

Seven local pharmacies are now offering stop smoking support, thanks to help from Hammersmith & Fulham Council.

If you live or work in H&F, you can access help to quit including free stop smoking kits and confidential advice.
For detail: lbhf.gov.uk
Published Jun 03, 2024
[CTC-Pak WNTD Tobacco]

Source: jamaica.loopnews.com

Students urged to steer clear of tobacco

State Minister in the Ministry of Education and Youth, Marsha Smith (fourth right), listens as Heart Foundation of Jamaica Marketing and Events Officer, Sandreen McVoitte (third left), explains the impact of smoking on the heart, during the opening ceremony for World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) Youth Forum and Exhibition held at Pembroke Hall Primary School in Kingston on Friday (May 31).
For detail: jamaica.loopnews.com
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: californiahealthline.org

Urged on by LGBTQ+ Activists, California Cities Weigh Stricter Smoking Rules

California has long been at the forefront of the fight against smoking, but some local officials in the San Francisco Bay Area, backed by activists who are especially concerned about high rates of smoking in the LGBTQ+ community, are spearheading proposals to further restrict how tobacco is sold and where it is smoked.
For detail: californiahealthline.org
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businesslive.co.za

Pharmacy Council moves to ban sale of vapes in pharmacies

The SA Pharmacy Council (SAPC) has moved to ban the sale of e-cigarettes in pharmacies to the dismay of the vaping industry, which has sought to position these products a vital aid to quitting smoking.
For detail: businesslive.co.za
Published Jun 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: army.mil

Quit smoking to improve your health

A Team Offutt Airman vapes in an authorized smoking area during a break Nov. 7. As of Oct.
For detail: army.mil
Published Jun 03, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: afro.who.int

Shun tobacco use

Abuja, 3 June, 2024 - Bassey Effiong, 42, started smoking as a teenager thinking “it was cool”.
For detail: afro.who.int
Published Jun 02, 2024
[WNTD PTC Tobacco]

Source: thenews.com.pk

Protecting children from tobacco use

n Pakistan the prevalence of tobacco use among the youth is alarmingly high.
For detail: thenews.com.pk
Published Jun 02, 2024
[FED Tobacco]

Source: thenews.com.pk

Health advocates propose 37pc hike in taxes on tobacco products to increase revenue

Islamabad : Health advocates have proposed a 37 percent increase in taxes on tobacco products in Pakistan to reduce consumption, increase revenue and bridge the gap in health costs associated with smoking.
For detail: thenews.com.pk
Published Jun 02, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: stluciatimes.com

CARPHA Concerned Over Tobacco Use By Caribbean Teenagers

More Caribbean teenagers use tobacco on average than youngsters their age around the globe and the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) is concerned.
For detail: stluciatimes.com
Published Jun 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: observer24.com.na

Namibia to amend Tobacco Act to regulate vaping

Namibia’s Ministry of Health and Social Services plans to amend the Tobacco Act to include rules on nicotine products used for vaping.
For detail: observer24.com.na
Published Jun 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nsw.gov.au

New NSW survey spotlights smoking and vaping harms

The 2023 Smoking and Health Survey, released today by Cancer Institute NSW in partnership with NSW Ministry of Health, has captured intentions to quit vaping as well as perceived harm for the first time.
For detail: nsw.gov.au
Published Jun 02, 2024
[WNTD Cigarette]

Source: nst.com.my

Popularity of e-cigarettes among children is alarming

NSTP file pic LETTERS: It took us six decades of research to discern the dangers of cigarettes, identifying the 7,000 inhaled chemicals that impact our lungs.
For detail: nst.com.my
Published Jun 02, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: newsday.co.tt

Fighting tobacco use among Caribbean youths

PROTECTING children from tobacco industry tactics, to promote their products, was high on the agenda at World No Tobacco Day webinar hosted by the Caricom Secretariat on May 31.
For detail: newsday.co.tt
Published Jun 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newmarkettoday.ca

Wrong direction': York Region urges youth to stop vaping

Once they’ve started, it is very difficult to stop and it does impact brain development right through your youth and into your early 20s,' medical officer of health says.
For detail: newmarkettoday.ca
Published Jun 02, 2024
[WNTD COPD TCC Tobacco]

Source: livemint.com

Centre directs hospitals to help you quit smoking, tobacco use

The Union ministry of health and family welfare has directed all state-run and private hospitals to create tobacco cessation centres in their premises, which will give treatment to vulnerable patients through behavioural intervention, pharmacotherapy and relapse prevention therapies.
For detail: livemint.com
Published Jun 02, 2024
[CTC-Pak WNTD Tobacco]

Source: jamaicaobserver.com

Growing e-cigarette popularity in schools sparks worry

A senior health official has expressed concern at what she says is the growing number of students in Jamaica who are using electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), and appealed to children to avoid the product.
For detail: jamaicaobserver.com
Published Jun 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: evolutionnews.org

On Tobacco, Technocracy Has a Clever New Idea

I don’t smoke, but I am wary of efforts to prevent other people from so doing.
For detail: evolutionnews.org
Published Jun 02, 2024
[FBR Tobacco]

Source: brecorder.com

Health activists propose higher taxes on tobacco products

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has received a budget proposal from health advocates to increase taxes on tobacco products by 37 percent through Finance Bill 2024 to generate additional revenue of Rs 40 billion in 2024-25 and bridge the gap in health costs associated with smoking.
For detail: brecorder.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Canada’s new health minister is breathing new life into a 2021 proposal to ban vape flavors nationwide.

There’s life in the old dog yet: In March 2024, Canada relaunched a three-year-old plan to ban all vape flavors except tobacco, mint and menthol.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[Tobacco Nicotine]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Controlled Kick

TJP Lab’s oral nicotine factory in Pickering, Ontario, features high-speed pouch filling equipment and sophisticated technology to ensure consumer safety and product efficacy.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Heated-tobacco products continue to eat into the sales of combustible cigarettes in Japan, albeit at a slower pace than before.

This year marks the 10th anniversary of IQOS’ debut in Japan. Within a decade, Philip Morris International’s heated-tobacco product (HTP) has changed the country’s tobacco market beyond recognition.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[Smoking Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Passing the Torch

SPI Development’s new building the has enabled the company to bring together people working on similar aspects of the company’s business within discrete areas, while facilitating communications and increasing comfort.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[Regulations Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

While struggling with rising cost and mounting regulations, Polish tobacco companies can cheer the retreat of the illicit market.

In the next few years, Poland may lose a part of its competitive edge as a regional tobacco superpower owing to controversial European Commission policy.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[Quit Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Quitting Camel Country

Tobacco has been part of daily life in the Middle East since the 1600s.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[Health Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Realists and Idealists

We should celebrate ‘realists’ and beware of ‘idealists.’ Idealists do well in the rhetorical world of goal setting, aspirations and optics while realists do better in the real world.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

A Spark in the Dark

In February, the Canadian Cancer Society released a report detailing the global progress on tobacco health warnings and plain packaging, which requires cigarette manufacturers to market their products in uniform, unattractively colored packs without brand imagery and print their brand names in generic fonts.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

The Forgotten Frontier

Eighty percent of the current users of risky tobacco products live in the “Global South,” the geopolitical clubbing of low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs) that includes not only Southern Hemisphere nations such as Fiji but also nations that are firmly in the Northern Hemisphere, geographically, like China, India, Russia and Bhutan, along with countries that straddle both segments, such as Uganda.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[E-Cigarette Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Heated Breakthrough

The vaping industry is in a constant state of innovation, primarily driven by advancements in hardware.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Rally to raise awareness on tobacco hazards

Students participating in a rally organised by the Puducherry State Health Mission on beach road on Friday.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[Health WNTD Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Coimbatore district excels in anti-tobacco measures

P. Aruna, Deputy Director of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, receiving the Certificate of Appreciation from the Director of Public Health T.S.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: pakobserver.net

Protecting our children Combating tobacco industry interference

“Every cigarette is doing you damage: every puff is reducing your life by a minute. That minute could be the one you needed to enjoy life just that bit longer.
For detail: pakobserver.net
Published Jun 01, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: newindianexpress.com

WHO raises alarm as 11 mn adolescents use tobacco products in South-East Asia

NEW DELHI: Noting that a worrying 11 million adolescents are using various tobacco products in the South-East Asia Region, the highest globally, the WHO on Thursday called for the need to protect children from the interference of the tobacco industry.
For detail: newindianexpress.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[WNTD TCC Tobacco]

Source: nagalandtribune.in

Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference: World No Tobacco Day observed in Nagaland

The District Tobacco Control Cell (DTCC) National Tobacco Control Programme, Mon District organized World No Tobacco Day with the theme “Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference” at Sacred Heart School, Mon on May 31, informed a DIPR report.
For detail: nagalandtribune.in
Published Jun 01, 2024
[WNTD Vaping]

Source: medianews4u.com

Mothers Against Vaping comes up with a four point strategy on World No Tobacco Day to protect children

Mumbai: In line with the WHO (World Health Organisation) World No Tobacco Day 2024 theme of ‘Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference’, Mothers Against Vaping, a united front of concerned mothers combatting the escalating vaping crisis among our youth, today organized an event in the Indian International Centre, New Delhi.
For detail: medianews4u.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: healthpolicy-watch.news

Tobacco Industry Targeting Youth with Vaping Products, WHO and Watchdog Say

Rüdiger Krech, Director of Health Promotion at WHO showing examples of nicotine products with toy-like designs created to attract children.
For detail: healthpolicy-watch.news
Published Jun 01, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: dominicanewsonline.com

World No Tobacco Day: Protecting Children From Tobacco Industry Interference

Tobacco continues to pose a significant global health challenge, contributing to millions of deaths annually despite widespread efforts to curb its usage.
For detail: dominicanewsonline.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: digitaljournal.com

Three reasons why vaping is bad for you

Vaping has become a new battleground between tobacco lobbyists and anti-smoking campaigners.
For detail: digitaljournal.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbc.ca

N.L. to seek public input on possible ban on tobacco for next generation

Newfoundland and Labrador will soon launch a questionnaire asking residents for their thoughts on potential changes to tobacco purchasing legislation, including raising the legal purchase and making legal purchase impossible for people born after a certain date.
For detail: cbc.ca
Published Jun 01, 2024
[WNTD Vaping]

Source: abc11.com

World No Tobacco Day' highlights effort to curb the use of vaping in youth

More than one in three youth e-cigarette users reported using them at least 20 of the last 30 days, according to the 2023 National Youth Tobacco Survey.
For detail: abc11.com
Published Jun 01, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: aacrjournals.org

Cigarette Smoking and E-cigarette Use Induce Shared DNA Methylation Changes Linked to Carcinogenesis

Tobacco use is a major modifiable risk factor for adverse health outcomes, including cancer, and elicits profound epigenetic changes thought to be associated with long-term cancer risk.
For detail: aacrjournals.org

News Excerpts of May-2024

Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

World No Tobacco Day: Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference

Join Dr.
For detail: youtube.com
Published May 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Let’s Try it Out!

What does a healthy “brief conversation” look like? In this video, we’re roleplaying a scenario between a high school student who vapes and a caring adult who wants to help open her mind to the benefits of quitting.
For detail: youtube.com
Published May 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Protecting Children From Tobacco Industry Interference

Every year, millions of people are exposed to tobacco smoking, and over 1 million die from second hand smoking which means you don’t have to be a smoker to be affected by it.
For detail: youtube.com
Published May 31, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Protect the next generation by opposing harmful tobacco and nicotine products advertising

The tobacco industry is advertising to youth in ways that are difficult to detect, but highly effective in capturing a new audience, online and across borders.
For detail: youtube.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: y20india.in

World No Tobacco Day 2024: 100+ Inspiring Quotes, Pictures, Messages, WhatsApp Status and Instagram Captions to Help Quit Tobacco

World No Tobacco Day 2024: 100+ Inspiring Quotes, Pictures, Messages, WhatsApp Status and Instagram Captions to Help Quit Tobacco World No Tobacco Day 2024, celebrated on May 31st, is a global event aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of tobacco use and encouraging people to quit smoking.
For detail: y20india.in
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

WHO calls for bold, decisive legislative action to protect young people from tobacco industry interference

Jakarta, 31 May 2024 – On World No Tobacco Day 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) is urgently calling on legislators and policy makers in Indonesia to protect young people from tobacco industry interference amid a series of key legislative developments that have the potential to safeguard the health not just of the current generation of young Indonesians but every generation to come.
For detail: who.int
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: who.int

World No Tobacco Day

In 1987, Member States of the World Health Organization designated 31 May as World No Tobacco Day. This was done to draw attention to the global tobacco epidemic, and the preventable death and disease it causes.
For detail: who.int
Published May 31, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Peering through tobacco’s smokescreen: young people fight for clarity and freedom

“It’s really important for my generation to feel like they’re fighting for something, like they’re part of a trend, they’re part of a movement.
For detail: who.int
Published May 31, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Peering through tobacco’s smokescreen: young people fight for clarity and freedom

“It’s really important for my generation to feel like they’re fighting for something, like they’re part of a trend, they’re part of a movement.
For detail: who.int
Published May 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: westernslopenow.com

Break Free from Nicotine Addiction: Quit Smoking Wokingham Provides Innovative Solutions

WOKINGHAM, BERKSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, May 31, 2024 /EINPresswire.
For detail: westernslopenow.com
Published May 31, 2024
[Smoking WNTD COPD]

Source: westerncape.gov.za

Protect our children from smoking or vaping

The message from the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness on World No Tobacco Day (31 May 2024) is that it is never too late to quit smoking and vaping.
For detail: westerncape.gov.za
Published May 31, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: von.gov.ng

WHO Seeks Measures To Shield Youth From Tobacco Industry

The Regional Director for World Health Organisation, (WHO) Africa Dr. Matshidiso Moeti has called for urgent and stronger measures to protect youth from the tobacco industry’s aggressive tactics.
For detail: von.gov.ng
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: vietnamnews.vn

MoH launches campaign to combat e-cigarette use among youth

For World No Tobacco Day on May 31, the Ministry of Health has launched a media campaign aimed at preventing the use of electronic cigarettes and heated tobacco products to safeguard children and public health.
For detail: vietnamnews.vn
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: vietnamnet.vn

Health Ministry launches campaign to combat e-cigarette use among youth

The health ministry’s campaign not only aims to raise awareness but also to take concrete actions to prevent and reduce the use of new tobacco products in the community, particularly among teenagers, who are the most vulnerable group.
For detail: vietnamnet.vn
Published May 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: today.rtl.lu

One in three young people now vaping: Ministry of Health

While the smoking rate remains relatively stable for the general population, there is an alarming trend among young people in the last years: Vaping has doubled among 16-24-year-olds.
For detail: today.rtl.lu
Published May 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tobacco-Funded Research Still Appearing in Medical Journals

Tobacco-funded research is still appearing in highly cited medical journals despite attempts by some publications to cut ties, according to an investigation by The Investigative Desk and the BMJ.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Flavor Bans Threaten Smoke-Free Ambitions EU: Tholos

The Tholos Foundation has launched three white papers exposing the risks of banning flavors in vaping products at an event in Brussels hosted by Parliament Magazine and featuring contributions from Swedish MEP Johan Nissinen.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 31, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Bhutan’s Tryst with Health Imperialism

The author standing with a local in front of a pharmacy stocking NRT gums adjacent to a grocery shop officially selling tobacco.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thosenerdygirls.org

Is vaping better for me than smoking cigarettes?

Vaping has not been around long enough to know the long-term health effects, but research so far shows that vaping is less harmful than smoking cigarettes.
For detail: thosenerdygirls.org
Published May 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thestatesman.com

Passive smoking: Unveiling the hidden health risks

Passive smoking’s hidden dangers revealed. Learn how second-hand smoke impacts your health and well-being.
For detail: thestatesman.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: thesangaiexpress.com

World No Tobacco DayOther than advanced age, smoking remains the single most important risk factor for coronary artery disease

World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) is observed around the world every year on 31st May.
For detail: thesangaiexpress.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: thelivenagpur.com

Protecting children from tobacco industry interference

World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) is observed around the world every year on 31 May.
For detail: thelivenagpur.com
Published May 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thejakartapost.com

Nicotine-like chemicals in US vapes may be more potent than nicotine, FDA says

The synthetic substances - which have a chemical structure similar to that of nicotine - are not subject to US tobacco and vaping regulations that are designed to control traditional nicotine, a highly addictive drug.
For detail: thejakartapost.com
Published May 31, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

The tobacco epidemic in India

Tobacco causes a wide range of diseases and affects those consuming it as well as those cultivating it.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published May 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theconversation.com

Millions of current smokers became addicted when they were teens

Jon-Patrick Allem receives funding from the California Tobacco Control Program, and the National Institutes of Health.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: statetimes.in

World No Tobacco Day 2024- “Protecting children from tobacco industry interference”

Tobacco is the common name for the processed leaves of Nicotiana tabacum plants, which are dried and cured for use primarily in smoking, chewing, and as snuff.
For detail: statetimes.in
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: statetimes.in

Protecting children from tobacco industry interference

On May 31st, the global community comes together to observe World No Tobacco Day.
For detail: statetimes.in
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD PHW Tobacco]

Source: radio.gov.pk

PM calls for united effort to eradicate tobacco use from society

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urged civil society, professional associations, non-governmental organizations, and the media to collaborate in national efforts for eliminating the menace of tobacco consumption from the society.
For detail: radio.gov.pk
Published May 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: primediaplus.com

Vaping is NOT 95% healthier than smoking: Pulmonologist busts myths

Vaping has become increasingly popular as an alternative to smoking cigarettes.
For detail: primediaplus.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: pmnewsnigeria.com

Enforcement of tobacco control laws will protect children's health - CAPPA

The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has urged governments at all levels to embark on effective enforcement of the National Tobacco Control Act 2015 and the National Tobacco Regulation 2019 to protect the nation’s children from the menace of tobacco addiction and its associated health costs.
For detail: pmnewsnigeria.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: ox.ac.uk

World no tobacco day: helping people in greatest need to quit deadly tobacco cigarettes

Tobacco remains a leading cause of death and disease globally.
For detail: ox.ac.uk
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: osha.europa.eu

Protecting young people from tobacco harmful effects

As every 31 May, the World No Tobacco Day is celebrating today across the globe to raise awareness about the harmful and deadly effects of tobacco use and second-hand smoke exposure.
For detail: osha.europa.eu
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: openaccessgovernment.org

World No Tobacco Day 2024: How to convince young people to quit tobacco

For World No Tobacco Day 2024, we explore the addictive nature of tobacco for young people and how to help convince young people to keep off tobacco and quit smoking Tobacco and nicotine addictions often begins at a young age: nine out of ten smokers start before the age of 18, and getting hooked is easy.
For detail: openaccessgovernment.org
Published May 31, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nst.com.my

Lack of regulation, appeal driving e-cigarette use, survey reveals

The lack of regulation and the appeal to youths were among the factors exacerbating public health concerns surrounding electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) in the country, revealed the 2023 Global Adult Tobacco Survey (GATS).
For detail: nst.com.my
Published May 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

Vaping linked to respiratory issues in young adults

A recent study published in BMC Medicine explores the association of respiratory illness based on self-reported symptoms among young adolescents who vaped.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published May 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

New mobile app shows dramatic success in smoking cessation

A new mobile application, developed under the leadership of researchers from the University of Oulu, Finland, has proven to be an effective aid for long-term smokers attempting to quit.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: ndtv.com

World No Tobacco Day 2024: Did You Know Smoking Does This To Your Body?

World No Tobacco Day 2024: Smoking negatively impacts the cardiovascular, digestive, skin, reproductive, oral, and immune systems, increasing the risk of various cancers.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: ndtv.com

World No-Tobacco Day 2024: Here's How Tobacco Use Negatively Affects Your Heart

According to the World Health Organisation, tobacco kills more than 8 million people each year, including an estimated 1.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published May 31, 2024
[Smoking WNTD COPD]

Source: ndtv.com

World No Tobacco Day 2024: 10 Long Term Effects Of Smoking

No Tobacco Day 2024: Below we share the long-term harm smoking can cause.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: nagalandtribune.in

World No Tobacco Day; “Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference”

The 31st of May observes World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) annually, initiated by the World Health Organisation.
For detail: nagalandtribune.in
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: myjoyonline.com

YBF partners with Youth in Action, AMREF Africa to raise awareness on tobacco use among youth

On the occasion of World No Tobacco Day on May 31, 2024, the Youth Bridge Foundation (YBF), in collaboration with Youth in Action (Y-ACT) and AMREF Health Africa, is undertaking a “Clear Lungs Clear Goals” campaign to raise awareness about the detrimental effects of tobacco use among young people.
For detail: myjoyonline.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD TCC Tobacco]

Source: morungexpress.com

Nagaland joins movement for ‘protecting children from tobacco industry interference’

Kohima, May 31 (MExN): World No Tobacco Day was observed across Nagaland under the theme ‘Protecting children from tobacco industry interference’ on May 31.
For detail: morungexpress.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD TCC Tobacco]

Source: morungexpress.com

Nagaland joins movement for ‘protecting children from tobacco industry interference’

Kohima, May 31 (MExN): World No Tobacco Day was observed across Nagaland under the theme ‘Protecting children from tobacco industry interference’ on May 31.
For detail: morungexpress.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: monitor.co.ug

CSOs task govt to increase taxes on tobacco products

World No Tobacco Day was commemorated under the theme: Protecting children from tobacco industry interference Tiffany Maina ni mchezaji chipukizi wa mchezo wa sataranji yaani Chess | Jungu La Spoti Ms Robinah Kaitiritimba the Executive Director of Uganda National Health Users’/Consumers’ Organisation (UNHCO) said that if taxes are increased, young people will not be able to afford them.
For detail: monitor.co.ug
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: modernghana.com

Health Ministry to embark on nationwide awareness campaign against tobacco

The Ministry of Health will embark on a nationwide awareness campaign as part of plans to mark this year's World No Tobacco Day which fell on Friday, May 31, with a focus on protecting children from tobacco industry interference.
For detail: modernghana.com
Published May 31, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicaldialogues.in

Social Media Use may Increase Risk of Cigarette and E-Cigarette smoking among Youngsters: Study

A recent study published in Thorax Journal highlighted the significant impact of social media on the health behaviors of children and young people, particularly regarding the cigarette and e-cigarette use.
For detail: medicaldialogues.in
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: mdpi.com

Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products such as real time bidding from third party advertisers.

All articles published by MDPI are made immediately available worldwide under an open access license.
For detail: mdpi.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: mdn.gov.mm

Protect children from tobacco industry interference

Tobacco use, in various forms such as cigarettes, cigars, cheroots, and betel quid with tobacco leaves, is prevalent worldwide, yet none of these products contributes to the users’ health.
For detail: mdn.gov.mm
Published May 31, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: law360.com

FDA Seeks Fines Over Elf Bar E-Cigarette Sales

A Law360 subscription puts you at the center of fast-moving legal issues, trends and developments so you can act with speed and confidence.
For detail: law360.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: koreabiomed.com

[Contribution] How to protect children from tobacco industry

Kim Hye-kyeong, a professor at the Department of Health Convergence, Ewha Womans University, and Head of the Seoul Smoking Cessation Support Center Every year, May 31 is observed as World No Tobacco Day.
For detail: koreabiomed.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: khmertimeskh.com

WHO urges protection of youth on World No Tobacco Day

The World Health Organization urges government action to stop tobacco and e-cigarette use among children on World No Tobacco Day.
For detail: khmertimeskh.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: kbc.co.ke

World Tobacco Day: Lobby group wants pouches, e-cigarettes banned

The Kenya Tobacco Control And Health Promotion Alliance (KETCA) is calling on the government to immediately ban nicotine pouches, e-cigarettes, vapes and Shisha until a proper legal framework is in place to control their use.
For detail: kbc.co.ke
Published May 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: jpost.com

On World No Smoking Day, advice on how to quit

More than one in five Israeli adults smoke, but many more non-smokers are exposed to no less toxic second and third-hand smoke from others or from objects.
For detail: jpost.com
Published May 31, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: jamanetwork.com

Cytisinicline More Than Doubled Chances of Quitting E-Cigarettes

Millions of young people currently use e-cigarettes, according to recent data. However, there are few evidence-backed strategies to help people stop vaping.
For detail: jamanetwork.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD TCC Tobacco]

Source: indiatodayne.in

Nagaland's New Sendenyu declared tobacco-free village

The State Tobacco Control Cell, under the National Tobacco Control Programme, observed World No Tobacco Day with the theme 'Protecting children from tobacco industry interference' at New Sendenyu Village, Tseminyu.
For detail: indiatodayne.in
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: indiatoday.in

World No Tobacco Day: How we can protect children from this deadly habit

The difficulty in quitting tobacco stems from the fact that individuals develop physiological and behavioural dependence, which is attributed to nicotine.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: indiatoday.in

Anti-Tobacco Day 2024: Know the date, theme, history, significance

Every year on May 31, the world unites to mark World No Tobacco Day.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: imphaltimes.com

Tobacco not only affect Health but Environment also

May 31 is World No Tobacco Day observed since 1987. This year’s theme, “Protecting children from tobacco industry interference,” carries immense significance to modern world to fight against tobacco from children, youths and future generation.
For detail: imphaltimes.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: gnlm.com.mm

Global New Light Of Myanmar

Tobacco use, in various forms such as cigarettes, cigars, cheroots, and betel quid with tobacco leaves, is prevalent worldwide, yet none of these products contributes to the users’ health.
For detail: gnlm.com.mm
Published May 31, 2024
[Smoking FBR WNTD]

Source: geo.tv

World No Tobacco Day 2024: How I rose from smoke and ashes

World No Tobacco Day 2024: How I rose from smoke and ashes A representational image of a 'No Smoking' warning.
For detail: geo.tv
Published May 31, 2024
[Smoking WNTD COPD]

Source: financialexpress.com

World No Tobacco Day: Unexpected ways smoking is harming your body apart from your lungs

World No Tobacco Day 2024: Studies show that most adults who regularly use tobacco products started before the age of 18.
For detail: financialexpress.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: expresshealthcare.in

On World No Tobacco Day, specialists call for innovative tobacco harm reduction strategies

On World No Tobacco Day, specialists from the Global Sustainability Alliance’s (GSA) Leadership Council for Good Health and Well-being called for innovative tobacco harm reduction strategies in India.
For detail: expresshealthcare.in
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: ewn.co.za

2024 World No Tobacco Day to highlight industry trend targeting marketing towards young people

On Friday, the WHO and public health champions from across the globe will come together to raise awareness about the harmful influences of the tobacco industry on youth.
For detail: ewn.co.za
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: eurasiareview.com

Candy Flavoured Traps To Hook The Next Generation

Young people are using e-cigarettes at rates higher than adults in many countries, as the tobacco industry is specifically targeting youth, says The World Health Organization (WHO).
For detail: eurasiareview.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: english.news.cn

Smoking rate among Chinese middle school students drops: survey

HANGZHOU, May 31 (Xinhua) -- The results of a national survey released on Friday show the smoking rate among Chinese middle school students was 4.2 percent in 2023, a decrease of 0.
For detail: english.news.cn
Published May 31, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: deccanherald.com

World No Tobacco Day: Time to stub off the 'epidemic', say health professionals

As another 'World No Tobacco Day' dawns, it brings to fore yet again the health challenges posed by consumption of all forms of tobacco, for smokers as well non-smokers.
For detail: deccanherald.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Vaping]

Source: deakin.edu.au

2024 World No Tobacco Day: if you smoke or vape, know the facts and quit

Friday 31 May is 2024 World No Tobacco Day, and we want to encourage anyone in the Deakin community who lights up – either regularly or occasionally – to quit for good.
For detail: deakin.edu.au
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: dailygoodmorningkashmir.com

Candy-flavoured traps to hook the next generation

Young people are using e-cigarettes at rates higher than adults in many countries, as the tobacco industry is specifically targeting youth, says The World Health Organization (WHO).
For detail: dailygoodmorningkashmir.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: cyprus-mail.com

Cyprus urges stricter rules on nicotine to protect youth

All nicotine products should be taxed and regulated as tobacco to prioritise the health of children over the profits of the tobacco industry, the president of the Cyprus National Addictions Authority Christos Mina said on Friday.
For detail: cyprus-mail.com
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Cigarette]

Source: codeblue.galencentre.org

World No Tobacco Day 2024: Nicotine Vape And E-Cigarettes Join Cigarettes As Public Health Threats — Azrul Mohd Khalib

Galen Centre for Health and Social Policy chief executive Azrul Mohd Khalib speaks at the "Industry Leadership Forum: Building A Productive Workplace Culture of Health and Wellbeing", organised by the Galen Centre for Health and Social Policy in Kuala Lumpur on October 23, 2023.
For detail: codeblue.galencentre.org
Published May 31, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: citizen.digital

World No-Tobacco Day: Rise in E-Cigarette use among youth raises alarm

Today marks World No-Tobacco Day, a global initiative led by the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise awareness on the dangers of tobacco use and advocate for effective policies to reduce its consumption.
For detail: citizen.digital
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: cdcfoundation.org

World No Tobacco Day: Data to Empower Young People

The good news: In January 2024 the World Health Organization (WHO) reported that tobacco use rates are declining worldwide, down 11 percent from the year 2000.
For detail: cdcfoundation.org
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Vaping]

Source: calgary.citynews.ca

Vaping among Alberta teens continues to skyrocket alongside plummeting cigarette use

FILE - In this April 11, 2018, file photo, a high school student uses a vaping device near a school campus in Cambridge, Mass.
For detail: calgary.citynews.ca
Published May 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bvi.gov.vg

‘Protecting Young People,’ For World Tobacco Day

The Ministry of Health and Social Development is joining the fight to “Protect Young People from the Tobacco Industry, through the observance of World Tobacco Day today, May 31.
For detail: bvi.gov.vg
Published May 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: business-standard.com

No tobacco day: Does smoking increase your health insurance premiums?

When it comes to health insurance, most smokers fear that insurers will consider ailments that may arise in future due to their smoking habits and reject their proposal/claims.
For detail: business-standard.com
Published May 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bi.team

How media coverage of vaping restrictions might influence public perceptions: insights from a new study

To the disappointment of many anti-smoking campaigners, the Tobacco and Vapes Bill was shelved last week as the UK parliament was suspended ahead of the election in July.
For detail: bi.team
Published May 31, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: bbc.com

Which kontries get smoking bans, and e dey work?

Na World No Tobacco Day on 31 May and dis year, di World Health Organization (WHO) go focus on ways to try to stop tobacco firms not to target young pipo.
For detail: bbc.com
Published May 31, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: aussiedlerbote.de

Commissioner advocates for prohibition of disposable e-cigarettes.

Annually, roughly 127,000 individuals in Germany pass away as a result of the negative repercussions related to tobacco and nicotine utilization, according to Federal Commissioner for Drugs and Addiction, Burkhard Blienert.
For detail: aussiedlerbote.de
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD Cigarette]

Source: asianews.network

Philippine Health Department raise warning vs vape, cite 1st death in the country

In a case documented by the Philippine General Hospital in Manila, a 22-year-old Filipino male with no prior health issues suffered a fatal heart attack, following a severe lung injury possibly attributed to his daily vape use.
For detail: asianews.network
Published May 31, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: app.com.pk

CM orders implementation of smoking ban

LAHORE, May 31 (APP):“Ensure implementation of a ban on smoking in public places,” said Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif in her message on ‘World No Tobacco Day.
For detail: app.com.pk
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: aninews.in

World No Tobacco Day: Global youth calls for tobacco industry to stop targeting them with harmful products

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): On this World No Tobacco Day, the youth across the world called for the tobacco industry to stop targeting them with products that are harmful to their health.
For detail: aninews.in
Published May 31, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: afro.who.int

World No Tobacco Day: Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference

Every year, more than 8 million people die worldwide from tobacco use.
For detail: afro.who.int
Published May 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: afro.who.int

Legal measures drive down rates of tobacco use in Mauritania

Nouakchott – Ifrah, 36, started smoking at just 13 years of age and never thought he would ever quit.
For detail: afro.who.int
Published May 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: afro.who.int

Meet Titus Mwanza, a Tobacco-Free Farms advocate

Lusaka – Titus Mwanza switched from farming tobacco to cultivating diverse crops such as soybeans, sunflowers, groundnuts and maize four years ago, after his family faced health and economic challenges associated with tobacco farming.
For detail: afro.who.int
Published May 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Dr Mike: The Hidden Side Effects Of Vaping! We Need To Stop Medical Misinformation!

Doctor Mike is a family medicine doctor and YouTube’s #1 Doctor.
For detail: youtube.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Cigarette]

Source: townhall.com

World No Tobacco Day Should Protect Youth and Help the 1.3 Billion Adults Who Smoke

On May 31, the World Health Organization (WHO) will celebrate the 37th anniversary of World No Tobacco Day (WNTD).
For detail: townhall.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

WVA Raises Alarm About Misperceptions

The World Vapers’ Alliance (WVA) marked World Vape Day with a protest in front of the World Health Organization’s in Geneva today.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

UKVIA Warns Against Vape Taxes

The U.K. Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) has warned that the Conservative Party’s proposal to tax vapes based on nicotine strength, predicted to increase the cost of some products upward of 300 percent, threatens to undo the work that the category has already done in saving millions of smokers’ lives.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: theweek.in

World No Tobacco Day 2024: E-cigarettes and vapes are also injurious to health

Tobacco in cigarettes or its smokeless form has a direct link to cancer. Around 15 kinds of cancers are caused by tobacco.
For detail: theweek.in
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Cigarette]

Source: theconversation.com

Smoking in Africa: study of 16 countries shows higher taxes would help young smokers quit or cut down

Professor of Economics and Director of the Research Unit on the Economics of Excisable Products, University of Cape Town Sam Filby is a Research Officer at the Research Unit on the Economics of Excisable Products (REEP), based at the University of Cape Town.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: orfonline.org

Tobacco control in India and China: A comparative perspective

As the two most populous countries with high tobacco consumption rates, India and China have undertaken tobacco control efforts to curtail the rise of e-cigarette consumption among youth Tobacco control in India and China: A comparative perspective.
For detail: orfonline.org
Published May 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nysenate.gov

New York State Senate Takes Step to Vaporize Youth Vaping

The New York State Senate has voted to ban the sale of vaping products that resemble school supplies or toys, or that use packaging and advertising with the intent of targeting children.
For detail: nysenate.gov
Published May 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Constraining electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) nicotine dose by controlling nicotine flux at a limited puff duration

Nicotine flux, the rate of electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) nicotine emission, is important in determining ENDS abuse liability.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published May 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news9live.com

World No-Tobacco Day: What is the theme and its significance?

World No-Tobacco Day 2024 will revolve around the theme 'Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference'.
For detail: news9live.com
Published May 30, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: news.cgtn.com

WHO official on China's anti-smoking efforts

During a recent World No Tobacco Day talk with CGTN, World Health Organization (WHO) representative to China, Martin Taylor, highlighted the innovative anti-smoking measures implemented in many Chinese cities and urged efforts to raise public awareness about the dangers of smoking, especially among the youth.
For detail: news.cgtn.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: newindianexpress.com

WHO asks governments to protect children from tobacco industry interference

NEW DELHI: The WHO on Thursday called for the need to protect children from the interference of the tobacco industry after a data revealed that around 11 million adolescents were found to be various tobacco products in the Southeast region.
For detail: newindianexpress.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD NCD Cigarette]

Source: ncnewsline.com

On World ‘No Tobacco Day,’ a renewed push to curb e-cigarette use by NC youth

Among middle school and high school students who currently use e-cigarettes, 1 in 4 use the devices daily according to the CDC.
For detail: ncnewsline.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Cigarette]

Source: nationthailand.com

E-cig users push for legalisation after ban proves ineffective

Imposing age limits for buyers and sellers of the devices will be far more effective in curbing use among minors, says Facebooker An advocate of electronic cigarettes is calling on Thai authorities to consider legalising e-cigs and implementing laws that limit the age of buyers and sellers to effectively curb their use among children.
For detail: nationthailand.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD TCC Tobacco]

Source: nagalandpost.com

STCC H&FW ask schools to observe ‘World No Tobacco Day’

State Tobacco Control Cell (STCC), Directorate of Health and Family Welfare (DoH&FW) Nagaland has asked all schools to observe “World No Tobacco Day” on May 31 under the World Health Organization (WHO) 2024 theme, “Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference.
For detail: nagalandpost.com
Published May 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: myheart.org.sg

Public Health at Risk as E-Cigarettes Gain Popularity Among Youth

The 40% increase in the number of illegal cases related to e-cigarettes last year, has gained attention.
For detail: myheart.org.sg
Published May 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Tobacco firms invest billions in medical products: Call for journals to ban research by the firms, their subsidiaries

Tobacco-funded research is still appearing in highly-cited medical journals—despite attempts by some to cut ties altogether, finds an investigation by The Investigative Desk and The BMJ today.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published May 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: marketwatch.com

New Tholos Foundation Report Reveals Flavour Bans Threaten Europe's Smoke-Free Ambition

The Tholos Foundation, an international non-governmental organization dedicated to advocating for consumers, today launched three white papers exposing the risks of banning flavours in vaping products at an event in Brussels hosted by Parliament Magazine and featuring contributions from Swedish MEP Johan Nissinen.
For detail: marketwatch.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: markets.businessinsider.com

World No Tobacco Day: Addressing the "Misperception Epidemic"

GENEVA, May 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On this World No Tobacco Day, the World Vapers Alliance (WVA) is shedding light on the rampant misperception epidemic around tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: markets.businessinsider.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: malaymail.com

Protecting children from tobacco industry interference — The Malaysian Thoracic Society

MAY 30 — On this World No Tobacco Day, the Malaysian Thoracic Society (MTS) stands united with the global health community in emphasising the urgent need to protect our youth from the pernicious tactics of the tobacco industry.
For detail: malaymail.com
Published May 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: kommunikasjon.ntb.no

New Poll Shows Three Quarters of Smokers Believe Vaping Misinformation

The global network We Are Innovation has today published the results of a poll showing a staggering three-quarters of smokers wrongly believe vaping is just as harmful as smoking.
For detail: kommunikasjon.ntb.no
Published May 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: khaleejtimes.com

Some teens in UAE vaping to 'beat school stress': Doctors warn of addiction among kids

WHO report says new types of e-cigarettes resemble toys or use cartoon characters to appeal to kids Doctors in the UAE are seeing children as young as 14 come to hospital emergency rooms with complaints like chronic cough, chest pain, and breathlessness.
For detail: khaleejtimes.com
Published May 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: khaleejtimes.com

Is e-cigarette smoking ‘safer’? UAE ministry warns against promoting false idea

Smoking e-cigarettes is prohibited inside offices and closed spaces across the UAE; yet some are still seen vaping indoors, assuming the laws don't apply to these electronic products Health authorities in the UAE have warned against the promotion of electronic smoking products as safer alternatives to traditional cigarettes.
For detail: khaleejtimes.com
Published May 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: hospitaldaluz.pt

What are electronic cigarettes and what are the risks

Tobacco consumption has been decreasing as a result of effective tobacco control policies.
For detail: hospitaldaluz.pt
Published May 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: hospitaldaluz.pt

What are electronic cigarettes and what are the risks

At the same time, we are witnessing the emergence of new forms of nicotine consumption, which are invading the market and winning over old and new users, such as electronic cigarettes.
For detail: hospitaldaluz.pt
Published May 30, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: healthshots.com

World No Tobacco Day 2024: Top 9 frequently asked questions about smoking

Whether you smoke or chew tobacco, these are bound to have negative effects on your body and overall health.
For detail: healthshots.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: health.gov.au

Australia's leadership on smoking and vaping commended by the World Health Organization

On the eve of World No Tobacco Day on 31 May, Australia’s leadership in the fight against smoking and vaping has been commended by the World Health Organization (WHO), with Regional Director Saia Ma'u Piukala saying “Australia's leadership in tobacco control is both commendable and inspiring”.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: health.gov.au

Australia's leadership on smoking and vaping commended by the World Health Organization

On the eve of World No Tobacco Day on 31 May, Australia’s leadership in the fight against smoking and vaping has been commended by the World Health Organization (WHO), with Regional Director Saia Ma'u Piukala saying “Australia's leadership in tobacco control is both commendable and inspiring”.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: geo.tv

110% increase' in popular shows featuring tobacco consumption scenes

Tobacco products, particularly hookah and e-cigarettes more dangerous than cigarettes, says Cancer Society president 110% increase in popular shows featuring tobacco consumption scenes.
For detail: geo.tv
Published May 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

New Poll Shows Three Quarters of Smokers Believe Vaping Misinformation

PRAGUE, May 30, 2024--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The global network We Are Innovation has today published the results of a poll showing a staggering three-quarters of smokers wrongly believe vaping is just as harmful as smoking.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published May 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

WHO Misinformation ‘Harming Public Health and Turning African Smokers Away From Lifesaving Vapes’

ABUJA, Nigeria, May 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The World Vapers’ Alliance, Campaign For Safer Alternatives (CASA), Foundation for Consumer Freedom Advancement and THR Nigeria have condemned the results of a new poll showing 70% of smokers in Nigeria and 69% in Kenya (74% worldwide) incorrectly believe vaping is equally as harmful as smoking.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: filtermag.org

An Urgent Call for Action on World No Tobacco Day 2024

The global combustible tobacco epidemic remains a formidable public health challenge, with devastating disparities in smoking rates across nations.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published May 30, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: fananews.com

King Hussein Cancer Foundation Launches Anti-Smoking Campaign

Amman, May 30 (Petra) – The King Hussein Cancer Foundation initiated the “Don’t be fooled…it’s all the same” campaign, aimed at galvanizing society to combat all forms of smoking.
For detail: fananews.com
Published May 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: exposetobacco.org

What Biomarkers Can (or Can’t) Tell Us About Heated Tobacco Product Health Risks

The world’s four largest international tobacco companies, Philip Morris International, British American Tobacco, Japan Tobacco International and Imperial Brands, have a product they’re excited to tell you about.
For detail: exposetobacco.org
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: ensp.network

Global Youths’ Declaration Takes Aim at Tobacco Industry Accountability

Global Youth Voices, a movement of youth-led organizations representing over a million of youth worldwide, has come together on a groundbreaking declaration to hold the tobacco industry accountable and rally support to safeguard young people from the industry’s harmful influence.
For detail: ensp.network
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: deccanherald.com

WHO sounds alarm over adolescents' exposure to tobacco ads, products in Southeast Asia

New Delhi: On the eve of the "World No Tobacco Day", WHO Regional Director for Southeast Asia Saima Wazed expressed concern over children and adolescents in the region being regularly exposed to digital marketing of tobacco products, despite preventive policies and regulations in place.
For detail: deccanherald.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: dailyparliamenttimes.com

Global Hazards Of Tobacco And The Benefits Of Smoking Cessation - Daily Parliament Times

Yearly celebration informs the public on the dangers of using tobacco, the business practices of tobacco companies, what WHO is doing to fight the tobacco epidemic, and what people around the world can do to claim their right to health and healthy living and to protect future generations.
For detail: dailyparliamenttimes.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: cseaafrica.org

World No Tobacco Day 2024: Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference in Sub-Saharan Africa

Tobacco smoking is a significant risk factor for noncommunicable diseases such as chronic respiratory disorders, cancer, diabetes, and heart disease and the leading cause of preventable deaths worldwide.
For detail: cseaafrica.org
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: codeblue.galencentre.org

Protecting Children From Tobacco Industry Interference — Malaysian Thoracic Society

A vape that is small enough to pass as a keychain. Vapers can choose to string the disposable vape onto a lanyard using the small hole.
For detail: codeblue.galencentre.org
Published May 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: codeblue.galencentre.org

GATS Malaysia Survey Proves Vape Availability Doesn’t Cut Tobacco Smoking

KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 — Findings from the 2023 Global Adult Tobacco Survey (GATS) Malaysia show that the availability of vape did not significantly reduce tobacco smoking or cause smokers to switch to e-cigarettes.
For detail: codeblue.galencentre.org
Published May 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cato.org

Iron Law of Prohibition: Nicotine Edition

In 2016, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) assumed the authority to regulate all nicotine‐​containing products, including electronic nicotine delivery systems, such as e‑cigarettes.
For detail: cato.org
Published May 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: businesswire.com

New Tholos Foundation Report Reveals Flavour Bans Threaten Europe's Smoke-Free Ambition

BRUSSELS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Tholos Foundation, an international non-governmental organization dedicated to advocating for consumers, today launched three white papers exposing the risks of banning flavours in vaping products at an event in Brussels hosted by Parliament Magazine and featuring contributions from Swedish MEP Johan Nissinen.
For detail: businesswire.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: businesspostbd.com

Protect children from tobacco industry interference

In 1987, member states of the World Health Organization (WHO) designated May 31 as World No Tobacco Day.
For detail: businesspostbd.com
Published May 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: brighterkashmir.com

Say no to smoking and embrace a happy life

This world is full of entertainment, full of stress, full of pain, full of beauty, full of mysteries, full of miracles, full of bizarreness, and full of blessings.
For detail: brighterkashmir.com
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: blueprint.ng

Taming the tobacco monster

Today, the global community will mark this year’s World No-Tobacco Day. It is a day set aside not only to highlight the health risks associated with tobacco use and advocate effective policies to reduce tobacco consumption but also to rescue smokers from the deadly habit which mankind has cultivated from primordial times.
For detail: blueprint.ng
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: blogs.worldbank.org

World No Tobacco Day 2024: Preventing Tobacco Addiction in Children and Youth

Teenage boys smoking Asian boy is holding lighted cigarrette and starting to smoke with his friend in private area of school and house to avoid punishment from teachers or parents.
For detail: blogs.worldbank.org
Published May 30, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: adaderana.lk

World No Tobacco Day 2024: Sri Lanka’s tobacco use declines amid global e-cigarette surge

The Alcohol and Drug Information Centre (ADIC) reports that nearly 50 deaths occur daily in Sri Lanka due to smoking, totaling approximately 20,000 deaths annually.
For detail: adaderana.lk
Published May 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

Mayo Clinic Minute: No 'lesser evil' when it comes to tobacco use

From the traditional cigarette to the modern electronic cigarette, from the communal hookah to the discreet pinch of smokeless tobacco, each has proven to be detrimental to a person's health.
For detail: youtube.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Have you heard of white snus? A Swedish tobacco control activist rings the alarm

“There is a lot of talk about Sweden becoming smoke-free, but this is a narrative that has been created by the tobacco industry,” warns Helen Stjerna, leader of the Swedish non-profit foundation, A Non-Smoking Generation. The organization has been working for 45 years to reduce the number of young people in the country who start using tobacco.
For detail: who.int
Published May 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: washingtonpost.com

Fentanyl users get free smoking gear in some cities. Now there’s pushback.

In some regions, more drug users are smoking, rather than injecting, opioids. But communities are pushing back on handouts of “safe smoking” supplies.
For detail: washingtonpost.com
Published May 29, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: voanews.com

Health advocates seek reforms to combat Indonesian men's high smoking rates

Hotib, 64, smoked cigarettes for almost 40 years and a cancer diagnosis led to his larynx being removed.
For detail: voanews.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Hong Kong Crackdown Nets $72 Million in Illegal Smokes

Hong Kong customs officers seized untaxed cigarettes worth HK563 million ($72.1 million) during a nearly three-month illegal trade crackdown, coinciding with a tobacco tax increase in February.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Nicotine Alternatives Under Scrutiny

Nicotine alternatives, such as 6-methyl nicotine, may be more potent and addictive than nicotine itself, reports Reuters, citing U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Smoking Down, Vaping Up Among Indonesian Minors

Smoking is down but vaping is up among Indonesian minors, reports The Jakarta Globe, citing a recent health survey.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 29, 2024
[PTC Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

BAT Threatens to Pull Out of Pakistan

British American Tobacco may pull out of Pakistan if the government further increases cigarette taxes, a company representative warned during meetings with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Special Investment Facilitation Council national coordinator General Sarfraz Hussain.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 29, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

CAPHRA Urges End to Vape Disinformation

The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) states that as it celebrates World Vape Day on May 30, 2024, the organization is urging global leaders to recognize the life-saving potential of safer nicotine products and to expose the ongoing disinformation campaign led by the World Health Organization (WHO).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 29, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: thestar.ng

Saving Nigeria’s future from flavoured addiction

With a comprehensive approach encompassing policy measures, youth engagement, and collaborative partnerships, Nigeria would emerge as a model for a healthier, tobacco-free society.
For detail: thestar.ng
Published May 29, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: thepipanews.com

Safeguarding Children Against Interference from the Tobacco Industry

As the world commemorates World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) on 31 May, the focus this year is on the detrimental impact of the tobacco industry on the youth population.
For detail: thepipanews.com
Published May 29, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

WNTD 2024: Anti Tobacco Forum wants WHO to pass strictures against violators of FCTC

With World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) 2024 scheduled to be observed on May 31, the Anti Tobacco Forum (ATF) of Mysuru opines that the World Health Organization (WHO) should consider passing strictures against violators of its Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC).
For detail: thehindu.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thehindu.com

Seeking professional support is a must for smoking cessation, say MMHRC doctors

Nearly 80% of participants of formal programmes that involve counselling, medication and support groups, succeeded in quitting smoking.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

Smoking weed every day makes me less presentable and less productive. I love it

When the pandemic came, I moved back in with my parents in Los Angeles. It was extremely boring.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: statista.com

What Are the Most Popular Tobacco Products in India?

Cigarettes were the most popular form of tobacco products asked about in a recent Statista survey, with around three in 10 Indian respondents predominantly living in urban centers saying they consumed the option at least occasionally.
For detail: statista.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: statista.com

Global Progress in Graphic Cigarette Warnings

A growing number of countries and territories are taking action with regard to smoking, making it a requirement for graphic warning labels to be used as a deterrent on cigarette packages.
For detail: statista.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

Exclusive: Nicotine-like chemicals in U.S. vapes may be more potent than nicotine, FDA says

Item 1 of 7 Various vapes, nicotine products and the new Spree Bar, which contains a chemical that mimics nicotine, line the shelves at Sultans' Smoke in Arvada, Colorado, U.S.
For detail: reuters.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pna.gov.ph

Vaping poses severe health risks to users

SEVERE HEALTH RISK. A man smokes vape in this undated photo.
For detail: pna.gov.ph
Published May 29, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: ntvkenya.co.ke

Government warns against rising use of vapes and e-cigarettes

The government has issued a warning against a rise in the use of nicotine pouches, vapes and electronic cigarettes among young people, even as it steps up efforts to reduce tobacco use.
For detail: ntvkenya.co.ke
Published May 29, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org

Mayo Clinic Minute: No ‘lesser evil’ when it comes to tobacco use

From the traditional cigarette to the modern electronic cigarette, from the communal hookah to the discreet pinch of smokeless tobacco, each has proven to be detrimental to a person's health.
For detail: newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org
Published May 29, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: news.abplive.com

World No Tobacco Day: How Smoking Doubles Infertility Rates, Know Ways By Which Mothers And Fathers Are Affected

The harmful effects of smoking on reproductive health can lead to difficulties in conception and decreases the chances of successful pregnancy.
For detail: news.abplive.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

Smokers with higher positive or negative urgency have lower rates of smoking cessation success 12 months after a quit attempt

Impulsivity dimensions have been shown to be associated with smoking status and tobacco use disorder severity. However, it is important to determine the specific impulsivity traits associated with smoking relapse.
For detail: nature.com
Published May 29, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: nagalandtribune.in

Schools urged to observe World No Tobacco Day on May 31

The State Tobacco Control Cell, Nagaland has urged all the schools in the State to observe World No Tobacco Day on May 31.
For detail: nagalandtribune.in
Published May 29, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: lovefm.com

World No Tobacco Day Focuses on Protecting Youth

Tomorrow is being observed as World No Tobacco Day, a day marked to highlight the harmful effects of tobacco.
For detail: lovefm.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: jakartaglobe.id

Health Ministry Reports Decrease in Teen Smoking but Rise in E-Cigarette Use

A vendor arranges e-cigarettes at a store in Pekayon, East Jakarta. Smoking among 10-18-year-olds in Indonesia has decreased, but e-cigarette use has increased, according to the latest survey by the Health Ministry in 2023.
For detail: jakartaglobe.id
Published May 29, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: indiatoday.in

World Tobacco Day: Advancing global health and wellness

World No Tobacco Day serves as a critical reminder of the severe health risks associated with tobacco use, which is linked to over 8 million deaths worldwide each year.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published May 29, 2024
[Smoking WNTD COPD]

Source: healthshots.com

World No Tobacco Day 2024: 6 medical tests every smoker must take

If you are a perennial smoker, it is a must that you keep a closer check on your health. Smoking can be injurious to almost every part of your body.
For detail: healthshots.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: filtermag.org

Japan’s Leading Position in the Tobacco Harm Reduction World

Japan has halved its cigarette sales in a decade, in what tobacco harm reductionists call a “globally unprecedented” shift.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published May 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: etvbharat.com

World Vape Day - Helping Smokers Who Are Unable to Quit Smoking

World Vape Day is to be observed on May 30 globally.
For detail: etvbharat.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dw.com

WHO vaping report: Tobacco companies target kids

It's hardly news. The WHO warns vaping gives tobacco companies a way to replace dead smokers.
For detail: dw.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: deccanherald.com

PFA study shows one in five players using nicotine pouches or tobacco products

One in five professional players who took part in a study commissioned by the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) said they were using nicotine pouches, tobacco sachets (snus) or both, research showed on Tuesday.
For detail: deccanherald.com
Published May 29, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: dailymirror.lk

World No Tobacco Day Calls to strengthen measures to protect children from tobacco industry

Governments must strengthen legal measures to comprehensively ban all forms of domestic and cross-border marketing of tobacco products.
For detail: dailymirror.lk
Published May 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com

Associations between vaping and self-reported respiratory symptoms in young people in Canada, England and the US

Prevalence of youth nicotine vaping has increased, heightening concerns around negative health effects.
For detail: bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Cigarettes and tobacco stolen during robbery

Cigarettes and tobacco have been stolen during a robbery at a commercial premises in Cornwall, police have said.
For detail: bbc.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Police raid shops suspected of selling vapes to children

North Norfolk Police Suspected illicit vapes and tobacco products in plastic bagsNorth Norfolk Police Hundreds of suspected illegal vapes and tobacco products were discovered at a shop in North Walsham.
For detail: bbc.com
Published May 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: azernews.az

Choices matter: nowadays smoking alternatives

In the realm of daily choices, from the mundane to the significant, the decisions we make ultimately shape our lives. Whether it's opting for the stairs over the elevator or choosing between a sugary snack and a piece of fruit, each choice reflects our values, priorities, and, often, our health.
For detail: azernews.az
Published May 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: act.gov.au

Support for teachers to educate students on the risks of vaping

More than 180 people have accessed an online education program to educate young Canberrans on the risks of e-cigarettes and vaping products.
For detail: act.gov.au
Published May 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Nollywood to Show Tobacco Warnings

The Nigerian government will adopt new measures to limit how tobacco can be depicted in Nollywood, one of the world’s largest film industries, according to the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

High Leaf Prices Luring Growers in Bangladesh

High prices have been attracting more growers to tobacco production in Bangladesh’s Lalmonirhat District despite reservations about the crop within the Department of Agriculture, reports The Financial Express.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 28, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

China Tightens Smoking Restrictions

China is ramping up its efforts to control smoking. In 2023, 44 cities introduced or revised regulations, bringing the total number of cities with relevant regulations to 254 nationwide, according to national health authorities.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theeducatoronline.com

Health and education leaders unite to push for vaping reform

In a rare show of unity, representatives from Australia’s leading health and education bodies have come together to urge Parliament to pass crucial vaping reform legislation.
For detail: theeducatoronline.com
Published May 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

[What does Harm Reduction in Tobacco Use means to Public Health]

Harm reduction is a classic Public Health concept to refer to the reduction of the negative effect of drug use/abuse with a focus on justice and human rights, but the tobacco industry has been perverting this concept for years and using it as a tool for its own marketing.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published May 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Impact of Switching from Cigarette Smoking to Tobacco Heating System Use on Biomarkers of Potential Harm in a Randomized Trial

Smoking cessation reduces the risk of developing smoking-related diseases. Although smoking prevalence has declined, many continue smoking cigarettes.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published May 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newindianexpress.com

Experts flag toxic side-effects of vaping among youngsters

BENGALURU: Vape pen, e-cigarettes and other electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) pose significant risks to adolescent health, ranging from acute lung injury to long-term impacts on brain development, addiction and mental health.
For detail: newindianexpress.com
Published May 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: navytimes.com

Study: Caffeine and nicotine don’t help sailors during high stress ops

While usage of caffeine and nicotine may have a positive effect in limited small doses, consistent and high-level doses of those stimulants often negatively impact operational readiness and health of U.S.
For detail: navytimes.com
Published May 28, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: narayanahealth.org

World No Tobacco Day 2024 - Safeguarding Youth From Tobacco Products

May 31st marks World No Tobacco Day (WNTD), when the World Health Organization (WHO) and advocates worldwide unite to highlight the tobacco industry's impact on individuals.
For detail: narayanahealth.org
Published May 28, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: kenyanews.go.ke

Emerging nicotine, tobacco products pose challenges for tobacco control

The Kenya Demographic and Health Survey (2022 KDHS) shows a decrease in tobacco use from 12% in 2014 to 9% in 2022.
For detail: kenyanews.go.ke
Published May 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healthday.com

Parental E-Cigarette Use Linked to Increase in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis

TUESDAY, May 28, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Parental electronic cigarette use is associated with increased odds of pediatric atopic dermatitis (AD), according to a research letter published online May 22 in JAMA Dermatology.
For detail: healthday.com
Published May 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: futurity.org

Drug shows promise for getting people to quit vaping

The first US trial of varenicline for e-cigarette cessation shows promising results and warrants larger-scale trials, researchers say.
For detail: futurity.org
Published May 28, 2024
[FCTC Cigarette]

Source: daily-sun.com

Policy sought for tobacco harm reduction

The government should formulate policy for electronic cigarette as part of public health strategy for minimising the negative health impact of smoking, local and international experts opined.
For detail: daily-sun.com
Published May 28, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: dailyrecord.co.uk

Health charity urges Lanarkshire youth groups to join campaign calling for end of vapes marketing

ASH Scotland is aiming to amplify the voices of youth groups and youngsters who want to stop the marketing of sweet flavoured, brightly coloured vapes and their promotion by organisations funded by tobacco firms targeting young people.
For detail: dailyrecord.co.uk
Published May 28, 2024
[FED Cigarette]

Source: dailyparliamenttimes.com

Govt can boost revenues by 40 billion with Optimized Tobacco Taxation, Report Reveals

Islamabad, (Parliament Times) : Health advocates have proposed a 40% increase in taxes on tobacco products in Pakistan to reduce consumption, increase revenue, and bridge the gap in health costs associated with smoking.
For detail: dailyparliamenttimes.com
Published May 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Disposable vape ban welcomed by recycling boss

A planned ban on disposable vapes in Guernsey has been welcomed by the island's waste disposal bosses. States members last week voted in favour of new laws to stop people importing, selling and supplying disposable vapes.
For detail: bbc.com
Published May 28, 2024
[WNTD NCD Tobacco]

Source: bath.ac.uk

Bath Tobacco Tactics team manager recognised for global tobacco control achievements

We use cookies on this website to optimise site functionality, analyse site traffic to understand our users' behaviour, and to give you the best possible user experience.
For detail: bath.ac.uk
Published May 28, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: albertahealthservices.ca

World No Tobacco Day highlights impact of tobacco, new nicotine products on children & youth

EDMONTON — May 31 is World No Tobacco Day, a yearly World Health Organization initiative to raise awareness about the harms of commercial tobacco.
For detail: albertahealthservices.ca
Published May 27, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: unric.org

WHO: Three Nordic champions of the tobacco-free future

Three Nordic individuals and organizations are among the recipents of the 2024 World No Tobacco Day Awards.
For detail: unric.org
Published May 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: somerset-kentucky.com

Study: E-cig use raises risk of early development of asthma 252%

A woman could be Mexico’s next leader. Millions of others continue in shadows as domestic workers.
For detail: somerset-kentucky.com
Published May 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: onlinelibrary.wiley.com

An observational human laboratory assessment of nicotine delivery, vaping topography and subjective effects of usual brand electronic cigarette use among young adults

To measure nicotine delivery, vaping topography and subjective effects of current generations of disposable, cartridge-based and other types of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) among young adults.
For detail: onlinelibrary.wiley.com
Published May 27, 2024
[WNTD COPD Tobacco]

Source: krishijagran.com

World No Tobacco Day 2024: Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference

Over the years, World No Tobacco Day has become a global movement to raise awareness about the dangers of tobacco and the deceptive practices of the tobacco industry.
For detail: krishijagran.com
Published May 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ippmedia.com

Regulators will have to catch up with e-cigarette pandemic

TOP officials of the World Health Organisation have raised alarm that the tobacco industry is actively targeting teens with new tactics, with 37 million children worldwide between 13 and 15 years old using tobacco.
For detail: ippmedia.com
Published May 27, 2024
[FED TCC Cigarette]

Source: dunyanews.tv

Cigarette prices may be hiked as a proposal to increase FED is under consideration

ISLAMABAD (Dunya News/Web Desk) – A proposal is being considered to increase the cigarette prices by increasing federal excise duty (FED) amid the suggestions forwarded by the Tobacco Control Cell (TCC) and non-governmental organisations (NGOs).
For detail: dunyanews.tv
Published May 27, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: bastillepost.com

DH launches Quit in June campaign in support of World No Tobacco Day

The Department of Health (DH) announced today (May 27) that the Quit in June campaign will be launched in support of May 31 as World No Tobacco Day.
For detail: bastillepost.com
Published May 26, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: voanews.com

Report: Tobacco industry uses manipulative practices to hook young people on addictive products

The World Health Organization and STOP, a global tobacco industry watchdog, warn the tobacco industry is using a variety of manipulative tactics to hook a new generation of young people into becoming users of their addictive, toxic tobacco and nicotine products for life.
For detail: voanews.com
Published May 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Growers Reject Official Tobacco Price

Tobacco grower representatives in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province accused Pakistan’s federal government of violating the tobacco law by fixing the leaf price for the current crop below the previous year’s rate, reports Dawn.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Azerbaijan Mulls Stricter Rules for Importers

Lawmakers in Azerbaijan want to introduce stricter rules for cigarette importers, reports the Azerbaijani Press Agency.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Bangladesh Urged to Raise Cigarette Prices

Anti-tobacco organizations are urging Bangladesh to increase cigarette prices in fiscal year 2024–2025, reports The Business Post.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 26, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: globaltimes.cn

Strides made in China’s tobacco control efforts with 254 cities enacting new non-smoking regulations

China is ramping up its efforts to control smoking with 44 cities newly introducing or revising regulations in 2023, bringing the total number of cities with relevant regulations to 254 nationwide, according to national health authorities.
For detail: globaltimes.cn
Published May 26, 2024
[FED Tobacco]

Source: brecorder.com

Anti-tobacco activists for hiking FED on cigarettes

ISLAMABAD: Anti-tobacco activists have warned that the government would lose revenue and benefits gained through tax reforms in case the Federal Excise Duty (FED) rate is not increased on cigarettes in the upcoming budget (2024-25).
For detail: brecorder.com
Published May 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Nicotine Dependency Levels Among Adult Electronic Cigarette Smokers in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: An Analytical Cross-Sectional Study

Background: Electronic cigarettes (ECs) are a recent method to deliver nicotine with less harmful effects than traditional cigarettes. Studying nicotine dependence in adult EC users is a crucial area, but few measures are available to evaluate nicotine dependence induced by EC.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published May 25, 2024
[WNTD TCC Tobacco]

Source: greaterkashmir.com

World No Tobacco Day

Srinagar, May 24: The educational institutions across Kashmir are all set to observe May 31 as ‘No Bag Day’ for school children of all classes… Srinagar, May 24: The educational institutions across Kashmir are all set to observe May 31 as ‘No Bag Day’ for school children of all classes to observe ‘No Tobacco Day’ in schools across Kashmir.
For detail: greaterkashmir.com
Published May 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailyprogress.com

Altria seeks approval for lockable e-cigarette, flavored vaping pods

Submitting such co-called Premarket Tobacco Product Applications is the first step in what can be a yearslong process to get formal approval to sell a new tobacco product Henrico County-based tobacco giant Altria Group‘s vaping unit is asking federal regulators to let it sell a device that locks out users unless they can verify that they are old enough to legally use it.
For detail: dailyprogress.com
Published May 24, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Three tobacco control champions recognized in the Western Pacific Region

Every year on 31 May, the World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes individuals and organizations from all over the world for their vital contributions to tobacco control, through the WHO Director-General Special Recognition Award and World No Tobacco Day Awards.
For detail: who.int
Published May 24, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: uicc.org

For a healthier future: empowering youth against big tobacco’s tactics

In support of World No Tobacco Day on 31 May, a UICC interview with Dr Adriana Blanco Marquizo and Dr Ruediger Krech of WHO highlights the urgent need to shield youth from deceptive tobacco industry tactics exploiting new products and calls for stringent policies to curb tobacco use.
For detail: uicc.org
Published May 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Industry Still Targeting Children: WHO

Despite its talk about harm reduction, the tobacco industry is still targeting youth via social media, sports and music festivals and flavored products, according to the World Health Organization, reports Reuters.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Sunak’s Ban on Hold

Britain’s proposed generational tobacco ban will not become law before the July 4 election announced by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak this week, reports Reuters.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thesun.my

37 Million children aged 13-15 use tobacco because tobacco industry ‘actively targets’ teens: WHO report

GENEVA: The tobacco industry “actively targets” teens with new tactics, and an estimated 37 million children aged 13 - 15 use tobacco as a result of that, according to a World Health Organisation (WHO) report that was released Thursday, Anadolu Agency (AA) reported.
For detail: thesun.my
Published May 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Tobacco crop takes a hit owing to heavy rains

Tobacco grower Ather Matheen (left) pointing towards his agricultural fields in Periyapatna taluk that were flooded following rain, destroying his tobacco crop on four acres of land.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published May 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: risingkashmir.com

Implications of Tobacco Use: An overview

One of the important negative impacts of tobacco growing and production is that it exacerbates food insecurity -- which is emerging as a global issue of social cum public health concern As per recent data by WHO, across the globe around 3.5 million hectares of land are converted for tobacco production each year, besides that growing tobacco also contributes to deforestation of around 2 lakh hectares of land per year.
For detail: risingkashmir.com
Published May 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: rhodeislandcurrent.com

R.I.’s harm-reduction hypocrisy harms public health

Decreasing flavor options and increasing tax on wholesale price on e-cigarettes undermines adult smokers’ efforts to quit and turn to safer alternatives Non-combustible products like vapes, and oral nicotine pouches carry much less risk than traditional cigarettes.
For detail: rhodeislandcurrent.com
Published May 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

Tobacco industry aims to hook new generation on vapes, WHO says

LONDON, May 23 (Reuters) - Tobacco companies still actively target young people via social media, sports and music festivals and new, flavoured products, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Thursday, accusing companies of trying to hook a new generation on nicotine.
For detail: reuters.com
Published May 24, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: northernnews.ca

Local health unit turning spotlight on world no tobacco day

The Timiskaming Health Unit is shining a spotlight on world no tobacco day which is recognized by the World Health Organization on May 31.
For detail: northernnews.ca
Published May 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nola.com

Former state rep: Nicotine pouches need to be regulated

As the representative who sponsored the original vape directory bill that became law, HB 635, I feel a responsibility to express my concerns regarding HB 970.
For detail: nola.com
Published May 24, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: nevadaappeal.com

Get Healthy Carson City: Protecting children from tobacco industry interference

World No Tobacco Day is held each year on May 31 by the World Health Organization. This year’s theme is “protecting children from tobacco industry interference.
For detail: nevadaappeal.com
Published May 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ndtv.com

UK PM Confirms Anti-Smoking Plan Will Not Become Law Before Election

In his speech calling for the election, Rishi Sunak had boasted that his government had ensured the next generation would be "smoke-free".
For detail: ndtv.com
Published May 24, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: nature.com

Isradipine augmentation of virtual reality cue exposure therapy for tobacco craving: a triple-blind randomized controlled trial

Preclinical research with rodents suggests that the L-type calcium channel blocker isradipine can enhance long-term extinction of conditioned place preference for addictive substances when it is administered in conjunction with extinction training.
For detail: nature.com
Published May 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: moneycontrol.com

Impact of e-cigarette, vape and hookah on health: Heart disease, infertility and more

Health tips: It is crucial for each of us to understand the potential risks of the things we do in our youth and/or adulthood.
For detail: moneycontrol.com
Published May 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: japantoday.com

Tobacco industry aims to hook new generation on vapes, WHO says

FILE PHOTO: A woman holds an e-cigarette as she vapes on a street in Manchester, Britain March 6, 2024.
For detail: japantoday.com
Published May 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: fortune.com

Over a third of British Gen Z adults are hooked on nicotine, with vaping surge sharply reversing historic decline

The share of young people in the U.K. who vape has tripled in the last three years, new research shows, pushing up nicotine addiction in a reversal of historic trends.
For detail: fortune.com
Published May 24, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: eurekalert.org

Study finds discreet shipping used to sell e-cigarettes to minors

Researchers at the U of A found businesses on TikTok are circumventing local, state and federal laws that restrict the individual sale of tobacco products Researchers at the U of A found self-identified small business owners on TikTok are circumventing a number of local, state and federal laws that restrict the individual sale of tobacco products.
For detail: eurekalert.org
Published May 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: etvbharat.com

World Health Organisation Urges Central Government to Ban E-Cigarettes

Published : May 24, 2024, 5:56 PM IST A report compiled by the World Health watchdog said that tobacco manufacturing industries are actively targeting schools, children and young people with new products that are essentially a candy-flavoured trap.
For detail: etvbharat.com
Published May 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbc.ca

Tobacco and nicotine industry 'hooking the next generation,' WHO report says

The use of child-friendly flavours like cotton candy and bubblegum, combined with sleek and colourful designs that resemble toys, attract young people to addictive products, a WHO official says.
For detail: cbc.ca
Published May 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Sunak 'disappointed' smoking ban bill did not get through

The PM said he "stepped up to do something that is bold" over his bid to phase out smoking.
For detail: bbc.com
Published May 24, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: aussiedlerbote.de

E-cigarette association furious over claims of targeting children.

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For detail: aussiedlerbote.de
Published May 23, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Tobacco and nicotine industry tactics addict youth for life

The World Health Organization (WHO) and STOP, a global tobacco industry watchdog, are launching today “Hooking the next generation,” a report highlighting how the tobacco and nicotine industry designs products, implements marketing campaigns and works to shape policy environments to help them addict the world’s youth.
For detail: who.int
Published May 23, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

2024 World No Tobacco Day awards

Each year, the World Health Organization (WHO) honours exceptional individuals and organizations across its six regions for their outstanding contributions to tobacco control through the prestigious World No Tobacco Day Awards.
For detail: who.int
Published May 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Hooking the next generation: how the tobacco industry captures young customers

Young people across the world are urging governments to shield them from predatory tobacco marketing tactics.
For detail: who.int
Published May 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: upi.com

Sales of vaping products to kids is common on TikTok

Advertising and sales of vaping products is common on the video-sharing platform TIkTok, according to findings published Thursday in the journal Nicotine and Tobacco Research.
For detail: upi.com
Published May 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Agencies Urged to Remove Unauthorized Products

Seventy-eight U.S. public health and other organizations urged the U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Some U.S. States Report Zyn Shortages

Zyn, a nicotine pouch made by Philip Morris International Inc., is out of stock at multiple retailers that ship nationwide, and some wholesalers are also reporting difficulty getting the product.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

ITC Reports Growth in Cigarette Business

ITC reported gross Revenue of INR694.46 billion ($8.34 billion) for the 12 months that ended March 31, up 6.8 percent over the comparable period a year earlier.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 23, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

Nigeria Introduces Historic Measures to Warn Moviegoers about the Harms of Smoking and Tobacco Use in Nollywood Films

Washington, D.C. – The Nigerian government today announced that it would adopt new measures to limit how tobacco can be depicted in films produced in Nollywood, one of the world’s largest film industries.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published May 23, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: thinkglobalhealth.org

Advancing Global Tobacco Control as New Challenges Arise

Adopted by the World Health Organization in 2003, the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) was the first treaty to address the health hazards posed by tobacco consumption. The FCTC seeks to reduce the devastating impact of tobacco-related illnesses and the millions of premature deaths that tobacco products claim annually around the world.
For detail: thinkglobalhealth.org
Published May 23, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: theparliamentmagazine.eu

Innovation and investment central to a smoke-free future for Europe

Since 2008, Philip Morris International has invested more than $12.5 billion towards the development, scientific validation, and commercialisation of innovative smoke-free products.
For detail: theparliamentmagazine.eu
Published May 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: themountaineer.com

Parents' Vaping Might Help Spur Eczema in Kids

THURSDAY, May 23, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- A mom or dad who vapes at home might be setting their child up for eczema, new research suggests.
For detail: themountaineer.com
Published May 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

Smoking ban in doubt after exclusion from Commons schedule

Tobacco and vapes bill left out as Penny Mordaunt lists final business in Commons before prorogation Rishi Sunak’s landmark law to ban smoking for future generations looks likely to be dropped after it was not included in the set of bills being rushed through before the next general election.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published May 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Vaping ‘driving nicotine use in young people who would not have smoked’

Vaping is driving nicotine use in young people who would never have smoked, researchers have warned.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published May 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: techtimes.com

TikTok is Being Used to Sale E-Cigarettes to Children: Oxford Study

A recent study by Oxford University reveals the prevalence of advertising and sales of vaping products on TikTok, a popular video-sharing platform among teenagers.
For detail: techtimes.com
Published May 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sciencemediacentre.org

expert reaction to the report ‘Hooking the next generation: how the tobacco industry captures young customers’

Scientists react to a report published by the World Health Organisation looking at how the tobacco industry captures young customers.
For detail: sciencemediacentre.org
Published May 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: personcountylife.com

Parents' Vaping Might Help Spur Eczema in Kids

THURSDAY, May 23, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- A mom or dad who vapes at home might be setting their child up for eczema, new research suggests.
For detail: personcountylife.com
Published May 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nltimes.nl

Vapes confiscated at Dutch schools contain toxic metals, carcinogens, too much nicotine

Vapes confiscated at secondary schools in the Netherlands were found to contain heavy metals, carcinogenic substances, and much more nicotine than is legally allowed, RTL Nieuws reports.
For detail: nltimes.nl
Published May 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newindianexpress.com

625 kgs of banned tobacco seized from warehouse

CUDDALORE : Panruti police arrested two brothers from Rajasthan and seized banned tobacco items worth Rs 10 lakh.
For detail: newindianexpress.com
Published May 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: miragenews.com

More Vape Stores In Deprived Areas, Near Schools

Large inequities in access to vaping products are highlighted in the investigation, with far more vape stores in New Zealand's most deprived neighbourhoods compared to less deprived communities.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published May 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

How stores use TikTok to sell e-cigarettes to children

A new paper in Nicotine and Tobacco Research shows that advertising and sales of vaping products is common on TikTok, the video sharing platform popular among teenagers.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published May 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ladbible.com

Scientist reveals there’s one symptom of vape addiction that’s the most disturbing

A scientist has revealed the most disturbing side effects caused by a vaping addiction.
For detail: ladbible.com
Published May 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: grandrapidsmn.com

TikTok: Ground Zero for Vaping Sales to Kids

THURSDAY, May 23, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- TikTok is full of fun memes, pranks, dances and challenges -- and illicit vaping product sales targeting teenagers, a new study reports.
For detail: grandrapidsmn.com
Published May 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: frontline.thehindu.com

Vaping may increase risk of lung cancer

In a decade-long study, ex-cigarette smokers who vaped were found to be at a greater risk of lung cancer than those who take up vaping.
For detail: frontline.thehindu.com
Published May 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: fox28spokane.com

Parents’ Vaping Might Help Spur Eczema in Kids

Vaping by a parents was linked to a rise in risk for eczema among childrenToxins in vape fumes might disturb cells in the skin’s outermost layerMore research is needed on this connection, researchers said THURSDAY, May 23, 2024 (HealthDay News) — A mom or dad who vapes at home might be setting their child up for eczema, new research suggests.
For detail: fox28spokane.com
Published May 23, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: exposetobacco.org

Tobacco and Nicotine Industry Tactics Addict Youth for Life

Geneva / New York – The World Health Organization (WHO) and STOP, a global tobacco industry watchdog, are launching today “Hooking the next generation,” a report highlighting how the tobacco and nicotine industry designs products, implements marketing campaigns and works to shape policy environments to help them addict the world’s youth.
For detail: exposetobacco.org
Published May 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Children targeted with vapes spiked with nitazenes

A child has been treated for an opiate overdose after using a "potentially fatal" black market vape, health officials have said.
For detail: bbc.com
Published May 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Lincoln store licence suspended over illegal vapes sale

A convenience store had its alcohol licence suspended for selling a vape five times the legal limit to a PCSO.
For detail: bbc.com
Published May 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: 1news.co.nz

There are more vape stores in deprived areas and near school, new research has revealed.

According to a new study out of Canterbury University, there are more vape stores in deprived areas and near school.
For detail: 1news.co.nz
Published May 22, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccotactics.org

Foundation for a Smoke-Free World: How it Frames Itself

Since its inception in 2017, the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World’s (FSFW, rebranded in May 2024 as Global Action to End Smoking) primary argument has been to convince people that it is both legitimate and independent, despite receiving all of its funding from Philip Morris International (PMI).
For detail: tobaccotactics.org
Published May 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Prices Suppress Tobacco Consumption: Study

Cigarette sales in Pakistan dropped 18 percent following a price hike, reports The Nation citing a recent survey from Islamabad’s Centre for Research and Dialogue (CRD).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Food for Thought

“You couldn’t make it up.” That was how Simon Clark, the director of the Freedom Organization for the Right to Enjoy Smoking Tobacco (Forest), summed up the way in which the U.K.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Northern Ireland to Adopt Generational Ban

The U.K. Tobacco and Vapes Bill aims to phase out the sale of cigarettes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 22, 2024
[Platform Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Digital Tobacco Platform Launched

ModernLeaf AI has launched a digital platform offering artificial intelligence solutions to increase productivity for Zimbabwe’s tobacco growers and exporters across the value chain, reports the Zimbabwe Independent.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thinkglobalhealth.org

Big Tobacco Is Being Held More Accountable Around the World

Tobacco is the leading cause of preventable disease and death globally. Tobacco products kill more than 8 million people worldwide annually and cause almost 25% of cancer deaths, more than 85% of lung cancers, and many other diseases.
For detail: thinkglobalhealth.org
Published May 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theloadstar.com

UK ports and airports overwhelmed with illegal vape seizures

The UK’s freight terminals, airports and seaports have become the unexpected frontline in the battle against the illegal vaping surge, with enough seizures for three to be sold every minute, according to Vape Club.
For detail: theloadstar.com
Published May 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Underage vaping is on the rise: Here’s how young New Zealanders are finding it so easy to access

Analysis - Despite measures to reduce young people's access to vapes, many countries are recording rising use by underage adolescents, especially since refillable "pod mods" and disposable devices have become widely available.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published May 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: rapidgrowthmedia.com

Voices of Youth: A call to curb youth e-cigarette use

This article is part of Rapid Growth's Voices of Youth series, which features content created by Kent County youth in partnership with Rapid Growth staff mentors, as well as feature stories by adult writers that examine issues of importance to local youth.
For detail: rapidgrowthmedia.com
Published May 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: msn.com

E-Cigarette Use After Smoking May Up Risk for Lung Cancer

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 May 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: moneycontrol.com

Causes of nicotine addiction at a young stage, and how to prevent it

Health tips: Nicotine addiction is a disorder with no absolute cure.
For detail: moneycontrol.com
Published May 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: epha.org

How Slovenia Managed to Ban Flavours in E-Cigarettes

Guest Article by Mihaela Lovše, President (Slovenian Coalition for Public Health, Environment and Tobacco Control) In March 2024 changes to the tobacco legislation were officially approved in Slovenia.
For detail: epha.org
Published May 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: deccanchronicle.com

From Lungs to Kidneys: Tobacco's Devastating Health Impact

Dr. Manjunath Doshetty, Nephrologist, NephroPlus (Author) Picture source : By arrangement We live in an era where there is a strong emphasis on global health awareness campaigns, and Anti-Tobacco Day serves as a timely reminder of the ongoing issues faced by rising tobacco smoking among individuals.
For detail: deccanchronicle.com
Published May 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: brecorder.com

Illicit trade of cigarettes accounted for 23.1pc of total trade: WHO study

ISLAMABAD: The World Health Organisation (WHO) has contradicted claims by multinational tobacco companies regarding the illicit cigarette trade, revealing that the actual figure in Pakistan stands at 23 percent.
For detail: brecorder.com
Published May 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bdnews24.com

Tobacco-free Bangladesh achievable only through strong tax and price measures: activists

They say the existing tobacco tax structure is hardly playing any role towards achieving a tobacco-free Bangladesh Tobacco-free Bangladesh achievable only through strong tax and pr Anti-tobacco activists have called for effective tax and price measures in the upcoming national budget for a Bangladesh free from the health menace.
For detail: bdnews24.com
Published May 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ajmc.com

Parental e-Cigarette Use May Increase Pediatric AD Risk

Parental e-cigarette use was associated with increased pediatric atopic dermatitis (AD) risk, according to a research letter published in JAMA Dermatology.
For detail: ajmc.com
Published May 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: urdupoint.com

WHO Challenges Illicit Tobacco Trade Numbers In Pakistan, Says Trade Share Is 23 %

ISAMABAD: (UrduPoint/UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News-May 21st, 2024) The World Health Organization (WHO) has contradicted claims by multinational tobacco companies regarding the illicit cigarette trade, revealing that the actual figure in Pakistan stands at 23 percent.
For detail: urdupoint.com
Published May 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: upi.com

Lung cancer risks remain high for smokers who switch to vaping

Folks who'd quit smoking for five years or more but were vaping still faced higher odds for fatal lung cancer than those who'd quit smoking for the same length of time but hadn't taken up e-cigarettes, a new study found.
For detail: upi.com
Published May 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: unilad.com

Teen, 15, nearly died of dehydration after vaping so much he was left unconscious for 30 hours

While e-cigarettes were initially advertised as a healthier alternative to smoking cigarettes, many who didn't smoke in the first place have since taken up the habit - young people in particular.
For detail: unilad.com
Published May 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Panama Vape Ban Ruled Unconstitutional

The Supreme Court of Justice in Panama has ruled unanimously that Panama’s ban on the sale of all vaping products is unconstitutional.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Trust in Industry-Funded Science Growing: Study

Public trust in tobacco industry-funded scientific research is growing, according to a new study co-authored by researchers in the Tobacco Control Research Group at the University of Bath, University of Colorado and University of Bristol.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

New Group to Support Pipe Tobacco, Cigars

The Tobacco Products Association (TPA) announced its official launch on May 17. The TPA is a new organization “committed to uniting, promoting, and advancing its members” in all facets of the cigar and pipe tobacco sector.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

Tobacco Industry Loses Another Legal…

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The full U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit today refused to hear the tobacco industry’s challenge to graphic cigarette health warnings required by a 2020 FDA rule, leaving in place a unanimous March 21 ruling by a three-judge panel of the court that upheld the warnings.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published May 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theconversation.com

Underage vaping is on the rise: here’s how young New Zealanders are finding it so easy to access

Janet Hoek receives funding from the Heatlh Research Council and NZ Cancer Society; she has previously received funding from the Royal Society Marsden Fund.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published May 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: srilanka.factcrescendo.com

Sajith Premadasa Did NOT Say Smoking Causes Cirrhosis

Sajith Premadasa, the opposition leader of Sri Lanka, has announced his candidacy for the upcoming presidential election scheduled for the end of this year.
For detail: srilanka.factcrescendo.com
Published May 21, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: prnewswire.com

Tobacco Companies Violate Children's Human Rights

SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) and their partners at Unfairtobacco released a joint report in advance of World No Tobacco Day on May 31st.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published May 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: phys.org

Tracking down toxic metals from tobacco smoke

Cigarette smoke has been studied for years, revealing a multitude of contaminants, including toxic metals.
For detail: phys.org
Published May 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

Study identifies 28 trace metals in tobacco smoke

Cigarette smoke has been studied for years, revealing a multitude of contaminants, including toxic metals.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published May 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newscenter.lbl.gov

Tracking Down Toxic Metals From Tobacco Smoke

Scientists reveal surprising new clues behind the lingering health effects of secondhand and thirdhand tobacco smoke Close up of ashtray full of cigarettes with a person in background working on a laptop computer.
For detail: newscenter.lbl.gov
Published May 21, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: medicaldialogues.in

Electronic nicotine delivery systems linked to earlier onset of asthma in adults: JAMA

USA: A recent study has shed light on a concerning correlation between the use of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) and the age of asthma onset among both adults and youths in the United States.
For detail: medicaldialogues.in
Published May 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: insideprecisionmedicine.com

Vaping Linked to Increased Lung Cancer Risk among Ex-Smokers

A large, population-based study carried out in Korea has shown that former smokers who use e-cigarettes, or vaping devices, are significantly more likely to develop or die from lung cancer than those who do not take up vaping when they quit smoking.
For detail: insideprecisionmedicine.com
Published May 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: healthday.com

Quit-Smoking Drug Chantix May Also Help Folks Stop Vaping

TUESDAY, May 21, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- A quit-smoking drug appears to help people drop their vaping addiction, a new study shows.
For detail: healthday.com
Published May 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthday.com

Vaping After Quitting Smoking Keeps Lung Cancer Risk High

Folks who vape after quitting smoking may not see their odds for lung cancer subside as quickly, compared to those who avoid both habits.
For detail: healthday.com
Published May 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: e.vnexpress.net

Singapore arrests Thais for smuggling e-cigarettes

A saleswoman holds an e-cigarette as she demonstrates vaping at the Vape Shop that sells e-cigarette products in Beijing, China, Jan. 30, 2019.
For detail: e.vnexpress.net
Published May 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: docwirenews.com

How Switching to E-Cigarettes After Smoking Cessation Affects Lung Cancer Risk

Switching to e-cigarette use after conventional smoking cessation was associated with a higher risk of lung cancer and related mortality, according to a recent study that highlights the “potential harmful effects of alternative e-cigarette use.
For detail: docwirenews.com
Published May 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bloomberg.com

What’s Wrong With Vapes, Snus and Other ‘Smoke-Free’ Nicotine Products?

E-cigarettes and heated tobacco products are too new for scientific studies to have yielded conclusive evidence on the potential effects of the vapor they produce.
For detail: bloomberg.com
Published May 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Shops shut after illicit cigarettes and vapes found

Lincolnshire Police A shop in Grantham that has been closed following a raid by police and Trading Standards officersLincolnshire Police Four shops in Grantham have been closed down after police and Lincolnshire Trading Standards officers found illegal cigarettes and vapes in hidden compartments.
For detail: bbc.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Is vaping tax enough to stop future generations from getting hooked?

Vaping is set to get more expensive this summer, thanks to a federal tax increase announced in Canada’s federal budget this year.
For detail: youtube.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wlwt.com

Judge rules Ohio law banning cities from regulating flavored tobacco products unconstitutional

Cincinnati among cities that want the ability to restrict flavored vapes, claiming kids' health at risk The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox.
For detail: wlwt.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wgntv.com

Vaping dangers for former cigarette smokers

The American Thoracic Society reports on the first large population-based study of 4.3 million people following conventional smoking cessation.
For detail: wgntv.com
Published May 20, 2024
[FED Cigarette]

Source: urdupoint.com

Survey Unveils Major Decline In Smoking Rates In Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: (UrduPoint/UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News-May 20th, 2024) A recent survey by Islamabad's Center for Research and Dialogue (CRD) showed a significant 18% drop in smoking rates in Pakistan, linked to rising cigarette prices.
For detail: urdupoint.com
Published May 20, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: undp.org

Investment Case for Tobacco Control in Serbia

Tobacco is a health and sustainability concern causing death, disease, environmental damage, economic loss, and widening social disparities.
For detail: undp.org
Published May 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: torbayweekly.co.uk

Quit smoking to give your baby a chance of a healthy life

Hannah O’Sullivan, Specialist Public Health Midwife at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, talks about how local maternity services are supporting families who are expecting a baby to quit smoking.
For detail: torbayweekly.co.uk
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Social Media Use Linked to Youth Vaping

In a recent study published in Thorax, researchers found associations between the use of social media platforms and the risk of combustible cigarette smoking and vaping among youth.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theconversation.com

Smoking fentanyl can cause irreversible brain damage, report shows

Colin Davidson has received funding from the NIH in the USA and from the EU on research projects related to drugs of abuse.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sggp.org.vn

E-cigarette displays great dangers to young generations

SGGP Newspaper has conducted an interview with Vice Chairman of the National Medical Council Luong Ngoc Khue on the harms of e-cigarettes to young people.
For detail: sggp.org.vn
Published May 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: schoolsweek.co.uk

Why schools need the vaping bill to come into force

The government’s attempt to curb the exponential growth of vaping among children and young people is desperately needed I was pleased to be invited recently to Westminster to provide evidence to the committee of MPs examining the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
For detail: schoolsweek.co.uk
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: rockdalenewtoncitizen.com

Former cigarette smokers who vape more likely to get lung cancer: study

People who have stubbed out the habit but who use e-cigarettes or vaping devices are more likely to develop the deadly disease than those who don’t vape, according to the findings of the Korean study.
For detail: rockdalenewtoncitizen.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: personcountylife.com

Former cigarette smokers who vape more likely to get lung cancer: study

Former cigarette smokers who vape are more likely to get lung cancer, warns new research. People who have stubbed out the habit but who use e-cigarettes or vaping devices are more likely to develop the deadly disease than those who don’t vape, according to the findings of the Korean study.
For detail: personcountylife.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

Excessive social media use linked to increased smoking and vaping among youth

The more time spent on social media, the greater the likelihood that children and young people will both smoke and/or vape, suggests research published online in the respiratory journal Thorax.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Study reveals increased risk of lung cancer in e-cigarette users after smoking cessation

Former cigarette smokers who use e-cigarettes or vaping devices may be at higher risk for lung cancer than those who don't vape, according to research published at the ATS 2024 International Conference.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-daily.com

Former cigarette smokers who vape more likely to get lung cancer: study

Former cigarette smokers who vape are more likely to get lung cancer, warns new research.
For detail: news-daily.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: moodiedavittreport.com

JTI rolls out “most evolved” heated tobacco sticks device at Milano Malpensa Airport with Avolta

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For detail: moodiedavittreport.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicinenet.com

Vaping Linked to Earlier Onset of Asthma

People with asthma who vape tend to develop the respiratory disease earlier in life than folks who never vaped, new research shows.
For detail: medicinenet.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: koat.com

Vaping and e-cigarettes linked to higher risk of heart failure

INTELLIGENCE AT RISK, SEEING A BIG PUSH TO RESTRICT E-CIGARETTES ACROSS OUR COUNTRY LATELY, DOCTOR RAMO EXPLAINS WHY I THINK THEY ARE REALLY POISONOUS AS THEY CONTAIN ORGANIC CHEMICALS.
For detail: koat.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: iosconews.com

Former cigarette smokers who vape more likely to get lung cancer: study

Former cigarette smokers who vape are more likely to get lung cancer, warns new research.
For detail: iosconews.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: indianagazette.com

Former cigarette smokers who vape more likely to get lung cancer: study

People who have stubbed out the habit but who use e-cigarettes or vaping devices are more likely to develop the deadly disease than those who don’t vape, according to the findings of the Korean study.
For detail: indianagazette.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healthydebate.ca

We must address the dangers of e-cigarettes and dual use

As we mark 60 years since the U.S. Surgeon General’s report Smoking and Health and the significant strides public health policies have made against tobacco-related diseases, it’s crucial to recognize that the battle is far from over.
For detail: healthydebate.ca
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healthnews.com

Using Vapes to Quit Smoking Might Increase Cancer Risks, Study Says

Swapping conventional cigarettes for e-cigs has been touted as an effective way to quit smoking.
For detail: healthnews.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: eurekalert.org

Ex-cigarette smokers who vape may be at higher risk for lung cancer

Former cigarette smokers who use e-cigarettes or vaping devices may be at higher risk for lung cancer than those who don’t vape.
For detail: eurekalert.org
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dw.com

Vaping may increase risk of lung cancer

In a decade-long study, ex-cigarette smokers who vaped were found to be at a greater risk of lung cancer than those who take up vaping.
For detail: dw.com
Published May 20, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

American detained in failed Congo coup is former DC drug dealer and married father-of-three who was running gold mining and e-cigarette business with slain mission's leader

One of the three Americans involved in a disastrous attempted Congo coup is a married father-of-three from Washington DC with a drug trafficking conviction.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

Vaping shocker: E-cigarettes linked to lung cancer, study suggests

E-cigarettes, or vapes, have long been touted as a far safer alternative to cigarettes, with some companies claiming their products pose virtually no cancer risk.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published May 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cureus.com

A Case of Vaping-Associated Candida and Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Co-infection Causing Esophagitis in an Immunocompetent Patient

Cite this article as: Alicea S, Tejada N, Restrepo J, et al. (May 20, 2024) A Case of Vaping-Associated Candida and Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Co-infection Causing Esophagitis in an Immunocompetent Patient.
For detail: cureus.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: consumeraffairs.com

Former smokers who switch to e-cigarettes may face higher cancer risks

E-cigarettes were developed for cigarette smokers to help them kick the habit. It was believed that if smokers “vaped” instead of lighting up, they would get their nicotine fix in a way that was less harmful.
For detail: consumeraffairs.com
Published May 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: caledonianrecord.com

Former cigarette smokers who vape more likely to get lung cancer: study

People who have stubbed out the habit but who use e-cigarettes or vaping devices are more likely to develop the deadly disease than those who don’t vape, according to the findings of the Korean study.
For detail: caledonianrecord.com
Published May 19, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: techtimes.com

Vaping Increases Risk of Early-Onset Asthma, Research Suggests

The usage of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) is linked to an adult's early development of asthma, according to a recent research published in JAMA Network Open.
For detail: techtimes.com
Published May 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: parsippanyfocus.com

Assembly Health Committee Approves Bill to Combat Underage Smoking and Vaping

MORRIS COUNTY — The Assembly Health Committee approved a trio of bills aimed at combating the rising use of tobacco and vaping products, especially among young people.
For detail: parsippanyfocus.com
Published May 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: globalnews.ca

Vaping in Canada may cost more as of July 1. Here’s why

WATCH: Ottawa says making vaping more expensive means fewer will take up the habit, which health experts warn can result in the same kind of health problems plaguing cigarette smokers.
For detail: globalnews.ca
Published May 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Students turn to art to warn children about vaping danger

Herefordshire Council From l to r is Kerry Gibson-Yates, Communications Officer, Healthwatch Herefordshire, Claire Burgoyne, FE Lecturer, Hereford College of Arts, Ruby and Kathy, Hereford College of Arts students, Victoria Major, Health Improvement Coordinator, Herefordshire Council’s Public Health Team, Councillor Ivan Powell, Herefordshire Council’s Cabinet Member for Children and Young People.
For detail: bbc.com
Published May 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ladbible.com

22-year-old who was forced to have double lung transplant due to vape addiction issues urgent warning

Jackson Allard had to undergo a double lung transplant after becoming addicted to vaping A 22-year-old who had to undergo a double lung transplant following an addiction to vaping has issued an urgent warning to those thinking about picking up a vape.
For detail: ladbible.com
Published May 18, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: healthday.com

Use of Electronic Cigarettes Tied to Earlier Age at Onset of Adult Asthma

FRIDAY, May 17, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Past 30-day electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) use among adults is associated with earlier ages of asthma onset, according to a study published online May 17 in JAMA Network Open.
For detail: healthday.com
Published May 18, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: ebc.com.br

Smoking accounts for 80% of lung cancer deaths in Brazil

A study by researchers from the Cancer Foundation shows that smoking accounts for 80 percent of deaths linked to lung cancer in both men and women in Brazil.
For detail: ebc.com.br
Published May 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: upi.com

Asthmatic adults who vape more likely to have developed asthma earlier in life

Overall, asthmatic adults who said they'd vaped over the past month were over three times as likely to have developed asthma relatively early in life (before the age of 27) compared to folks who never vaped, researchers reported.
For detail: upi.com
Published May 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: upi.com

Social media use linked to higher risk of vaping, smoking

Just 2% of people who reported no social media use engaged in cigarette smoking, but that rose to 17% among those who said they were on social media seven-plus hours per day.
For detail: upi.com
Published May 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Pakistan Illicit Market Smaller Than Suggested: WHO

Pakistan’s illicit cigarette market is smaller than the tobacco industry claims, according to the World Health Organization.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thesun.my

Children who spend more time on social media ‘more likely to vape’

LONDON: Youngsters who spend a lot of time on social media are more likely to vape and smoke cigarettes, new British research suggests.
For detail: thesun.my
Published May 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: themanufacturer.com

Vaping’s dirty secret: the UK’s growing e-waste problem

The popularity of disposable vapes has risen significantly in recent years. In the UK, 31% of people who vape use single-use devices.
For detail: themanufacturer.com
Published May 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thefridaytimes.com

MPs Call for Higher Taxes On Tobacco To Put It Out Of Reach Of Children

ISLAMABAD, May 17 (INP): Member of parliaments have called the tobacco consumption as a menace for the youth and the nation and stressed for the joint efforts to reduce the consumption in the country by increasing taxes on tobacco products.
For detail: thefridaytimes.com
Published May 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: patientcareonline.com

Vaping, Drinking Before Pregnancy Not Tied to Higher Risk of Miscarriage: Daily Dose

Patient Care brings primary care clinicians a lot of medical news every day—it’s easy to miss an important study.
For detail: patientcareonline.com
Published May 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nypost.com

Kids on social media are 4 times more likely to vape

A new study shows that children who spend time on social media are more likely to vape and smoke cigarettes than their peers.
For detail: nypost.com
Published May 17, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Study: E-cigarette use linked to earlier onset of asthma

A significant link between the use of electronic cigarettes and earlier age of asthma onset in U.S. adults was reported by UTHealth Houston researchers May 17, 2024 in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Network Open.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published May 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Study links high social media use to increased smoking and vaping among youth

In a recent study published in Thorax, researchers investigated associations between the use of social media platforms and cigarette smoking and vaping risk among young individuals.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published May 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news18.com

Woman Claims She Nearly Died After Vaping 'Fried Her Lungs Like Hot Chicken'

In recent years, vaping has increasingly replaced cigarettes. Even though vaping is believed to be less harmful than combustible cigarettes, it can still damage the lungs.
For detail: news18.com
Published May 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Link between e-cigarette use and early age of asthma onset in US adults discovered

A significant link between the use of electronic cigarettes and earlier age of asthma onset in U.S. adults was reported by UTHealth Houston researchers May 17, 2024 in JAMA Network Open.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published May 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ktul.com

Oklahoma bill targets store owners and clerks to curb teen vaping

BROKEN ARROW, OKLA. (KTUL) — With vaping becoming commonplace among Oklahoma teens, the state is working to turn things around.
For detail: ktul.com
Published May 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: kathmandupost.com

Why a ban on e-cigarettes needs more consideration

Nineteen-year-old Amit, who’s currently in his gap year, started vaping two years ago. He says he isn’t addicted to it—he barely experienced any withdrawal syndrome when he quit it last year, before picking it up again.
For detail: kathmandupost.com
Published May 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: globenewswire.com

The Canadian Vaping Association: Misleading Study on Vaping Risks Undermines Public Health Efforts

BEAMSVILLE, Ontario, May 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A recent study published in Nature used artificial intelligence to analyze how chemicals from vape flavours transform and affect the human body when heated.
For detail: globenewswire.com
Published May 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

One hour of social media a day ‘doubles risk of vaping and smoking among children’

Using social media for just one hour a day doubles a child’s chance of smoking or vaping, a new study has suggested.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published May 17, 2024
[FED Tobacco]

Source: brecorder.com

Govt demand to align tobacco tax at par with WHO guidelines

ISLAMABAD—Anti-tobacco activists are urging the government to align the tobacco tax with the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines to address health and financial concerns.
For detail: brecorder.com
Published May 16, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: uicc.org

The tobacco industry’s ruthless tactics to hook Africa’s youth

Youth tobacco control activists from the Kenyan tobacco control alliance (KETCA) protesting against tobacco industry interference with posters and banners.
For detail: uicc.org
Published May 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ubn.news

Tobacco company Philip Morris International has opened a new $30M factory in the Lviv region.

Tobacco company Philip Morris International has opened a new $30M factory in the Lviv region.
For detail: ubn.news
Published May 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Korea Wants to Regulate Synthetic Nicotine as Tobacco

The government of South Korea aims to regulate synthetic nicotine as tobacco, reports the Yonhap News Agency.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Vaping Surges 600 Percent in Malaysia

Vaping prevalence in Malaysia has surged 600 percent in 12 years, reports the New Straits Times, citing a recent study.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Norway: Store Chains to Phase Out Cigarettes

Two leading convenience store chains in Norway will phase out cigarette sales, reports The Local.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thestar.com.my

600% increase in ecigarette users in Malaysia over 12 years, survey finds

PUTRAJAYA: There has been an increase of 600% in the number of ecigarette users in the country over the past 12 years, according to the Global Adult Tobacco Survey 2023.
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published May 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: primediaplus.com

Vapes or e-cigarettes as way to 'quit' smoking: 'It's just exchanging one vice for another'

This relatively new industry has been good at picking up the holes' in the data being put out there, says pulmonologist Dr Erica Shaddock on 'In Conversation with the Dis-Chem Foundation'.
For detail: primediaplus.com
Published May 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nus.edu.sg

What’s the science behind Singapore’s policy on vapes?

Since 2018, Singapore became one of 39 countries worldwide to ban vaping, sparking debate on whether this approach is overly cautious in contrast to countries, such as New Zealand and the United Kingdom, that regulate the sale and distribution of e-cigarette and recognise vaping products as a harm reduction tool for cigarette smokers.
For detail: nus.edu.sg
Published May 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nst.com.my

600 pct increase in e-cigarette users in 2023 from 2011 [UPDATED]

There has been a 600 per cent surge in electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use in Malaysia in just 12 years, a tobacco survey has found.
For detail: nst.com.my
Published May 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newsroom.heart.org

Stronger tobacco policies, improved access to CPR mark legislative wins for heart health in Maryland

ANNAPOLIS, May 16, 2024 – Marylanders will enjoy stronger policies on tobacco, cleaner air and better access to lifesaving cardiac response measures after Gov.
For detail: newsroom.heart.org
Published May 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

High social media use linked to increased smoking and vaping in youth

The more time spent on social media, the greater the likelihood that children and young people will both smoke and/or vape, suggests research published online in the respiratory journal Thorax.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published May 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news4jax.com

Up In Smoke: The dangerous truth behind vaping

ORLANDO, Fla. – Although fewer teens are lighting up a cigarette these days, more and more are turning to vaping.
For detail: news4jax.com
Published May 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicine.yale.edu

First U.S. Trial of Varenicline for E-cigarette Cessation Shows Positive Results

The first U.S. trial of varenicline for e-cigarette cessation shows promising results and warrants larger-scale trials, the researchers say.
For detail: medicine.yale.edu
Published May 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Likelihood of kids and young people smoking and vaping linked to social media use

The more time spent on social media, the greater the likelihood that children and young people will both smoke and/or vape, suggests research published online in the respiratory journal Thorax.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published May 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthdata.org

From air pollution to smoking, which risk factors contribute the most to health loss?

Understanding the relationship between risk factors and health outcomes is key to improving health and developing evidence-based policy.
For detail: healthdata.org
Published May 16, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: freemalaysiatoday.com

After surge in users, govt to enforce tobacco and vape control Act

Health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad acknowledges that the findings of the 2023 Global Adult Tobacco Survey are ‘worrying’.
For detail: freemalaysiatoday.com
Published May 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: freemalaysiatoday.com

E-cigarette use in M’sia surges by 600% in 12 years

The 2023 Global Adult Tobacco Survey reveals that e-cigarette usage among Malaysian adults has risen to 5.
For detail: freemalaysiatoday.com
Published May 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: foxnews.com

Young vaper who required double lung transplant shares warnings as e-cigarette sales rise

Those between the ages of 18 and 24 vape the most, but 9% of youth between 11 and 15 years old say they’re regular vapors, according to data from the U.S.
For detail: foxnews.com
Published May 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: eurekalert.org

First US trial of varenicline for e-cigarette cessation shows positive results

Drs. Benjamin Toll, Lisa Fucito and colleagues developed a study to mimic real-world conditions of people trying to stop using e-cigarettes by using varenicline.
For detail: eurekalert.org
Published May 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: english.news.cn

China serves as important tobacco market for Zimbabwe: official

Tobacco auction floor workers are seen during the opening of the 2024 tobacco marketing season in Harare, Zimbabwe, on March 13, 2024.
For detail: english.news.cn
Published May 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: channelnewsasia.com

Commentary: What’s the science behind Singapore’s policy on vapes?

Much like conventional cigarettes, e-cigarettes contain thousands of chemicals. There are several well-established classes of hazardous substances in vapes, including heavy metals, polyaromatic hydrocarbons (found in coal and fossil fuels) and fine particulate matter.
For detail: channelnewsasia.com
Published May 16, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: abc13.com

13 Investigates controversial Texas crackdown on e-cigarette use in schools in HB114

ABC13 revisits the e-cigarette ban in school, HB114, which went into effect last year, with punishment identical to those with more serious offenses.
For detail: abc13.com
Published May 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wrbl.com

Auburn City Schools combat student vaping with innovative technology

AUBURN, Ala. (WRBL) – Auburn City Schools administrators are taking proactive measures to combat the rising issue of student vaping.
For detail: wrbl.com
Published May 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: vietnamnews.vn

PM asks for enhanced measures against e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products

HÀ NỘI — Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has asked ministries, agencies and local authorities, to jointly enforce stricter measures regulating electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) and heated tobacco products.
For detail: vietnamnews.vn
Published May 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Imperial Reports ‘Strongest Growth in Decade’

Adjusted operating profit for the six months that ended March 31 increased 2.8 percent in constant currency to £1.67 billion.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ticotimes.net

Costa Rica Bans Synthetic Nicotine in Vaping Products

Costa Rican authorities announced on Tuesday that they will “prohibit products containing synthetic nicotine” in the country, targeting that substance used in smoking containers for vaporizers and e-cigarettes.
For detail: ticotimes.net
Published May 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sonomasun.com

Sonoma County bans sale of e-cigarettes and flavored tobacco in unincorporated areas

In a press release of May 14, it was announced that the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors voted to ban the sale of flavored tobacco products and e-cigarettes in unincorporated areas of the county.
For detail: sonomasun.com
Published May 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: proactiveinvestors.co.uk

Imperial Brands profits benefit from price rises and lower vaping losses

Oliver has been writing about companies and markets since the early 2000s, cutting his teeth as a financial journalist at Growth Company Investor with a focusing on AIM companies and small caps, before a few years later becoming a section editor and then head of research.
For detail: proactiveinvestors.co.uk
Published May 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: northjersey.com

Four years after ban, illegal vaping products continue to reach NJ teens

Thousands of illegal vaping products imported from abroad are being sold in New Jersey to teens despite a state ban enacted four years ago that tried to curb the highly addictive habit, a group of experts told state legislators Monday.
For detail: northjersey.com
Published May 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newsroom.co.nz

Vaping and how to stop another chemical generation

It will be at least two decades until definitive findings from long-term studies on e-cigarette use are available,' writes Dr Kelly Burrowes.
For detail: newsroom.co.nz
Published May 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Thousands of pounds worth of illegal tobacco and vapes seized from 9 borough premises

Thousands of pounds worth of illegal tobacco and vapes have been seized from shops in Bury and Radcliffe.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published May 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nationalworld.com

Mental Health Awareness Week: Is vaping harming the minds of our kids? Professor Robert Thomas looks at the research

Is vaping harming kid’s mental health? Professor Robert Thomas looks into the research which suggest it is.
For detail: nationalworld.com
Published May 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: koreatimes.co.kr

Gov't to regulate synthetic nicotine as tobacco through legislation

The government plans to amend tobacco-related laws to designate synthetic nicotine as a type of tobacco in order to regulate the product category seeing growing popularity among young smokers, according to officials Wednesday.
For detail: koreatimes.co.kr
Published May 15, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: kgns.tv

UISD to install vape detectors at four schools

LAREDO, TX (KGNS) - According to UISD, last year, the school district received reports of about 294 cases of student vaping and this year they have already seen over 500 cases.
For detail: kgns.tv
Published May 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: juneauempire.com

A quarter of Alaska adults use tobacco products, and vaping is common among youth, report says

Alaska adults’ tobacco use has been unchanged at 25% since 2014, even though they are smoking far fewer cigarettes than they used to, and youth use of electronic cigarettes is high and enabled by friends, adults and online opportunities, according to a newly released report from the Alaska Division of Public Health.
For detail: juneauempire.com
Published May 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gmanetwork.com

DepEd reminds youth: Vaping not a necessity nor an accessory

BANGKOK, Thailand — The Department of Education (DepEd) is urging the Filipino youth not to consider electronic cigarettes or vapor products a necessity or an accessory.
For detail: gmanetwork.com
Published May 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

Mom, 30, left with lungs of an 80-year-old after vaping 'fried her lungs like chicken wings'

A mother claims vaping triggered a deadly respiratory infection that caused her lungs to become 'fried' and resemble the organs of an 80 year-old.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published May 15, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: cdc.gov

Quit Smoking For Better Health

Tiffany R. learned early in life that cigarettes cause premature death and disease: her mother died of smoking-related lung cancer when Tiffany was just 16.
For detail: cdc.gov
Published May 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: alaskabeacon.com

A quarter of Alaska adults use tobacco products, and vaping is common among youth, report says

An Anchorage store selling a variety of tobacco and electronic cigarette products is seen on April 14, 2023.
For detail: alaskabeacon.com
Published May 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

How Can Ethics Support Tobacco Harm Reduction Through No Smoke Less Harm?

This event features a panel of distinguished health experts and provides insights into pioneering strategies for a smoke free future.
For detail: youtube.com
Published May 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: vietnam.vnanet.vn

PM asks for strengthened measures to manage e-cigarettes, heated tobacco

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed to issue a dispatch to relevant ministries, agencies, and localities, asking for strengthened measures to manage electronic cigarettes and heated tobacco.
For detail: vietnam.vnanet.vn
Published May 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: upi.com

Teen vaping rates fall but are only slightly less that adults who vape

The 5% vaping rate observed in 2021 is still more than double the 2% rate observed among teens in 2015, the study authors noted.
For detail: upi.com
Published May 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Bidi Rollers Dissatisfied With Working Conditions

Many bidi rollers in Bangladesh are dissatisfied with their conditions, reports the Daily Sun.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

Name Change Doesn’t Change the Facts: Philip Morris-Funded Group Is Promoting Big Tobacco’s Agenda

WASHINGTON, D.C. – No one should be fooled by Monday’s announcement that the Philip Morris International-funded Foundation for a Smoke-Free World is changing its name to Global Action to End Smoking.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published May 14, 2024
[FED Tobacco]

Source: thefridaytimes.com

Govt Urged To Align Tobacco Tax In Line With WHO Guidelines

ISLAMABAD, May 13 (INP): Anti tobacco activists have demanded of the government to align the tobacco tax in line with the guidelines of the World Health Organization (WHO) to tackle the health and financial issues.
For detail: thefridaytimes.com
Published May 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theeducatoronline.com

Anti-vaping approaches that work for schools

In 2022, Helen Connolly, South Australia’s Commissioner for Children and Young People undertook a survey of 950 young people aged 13-19 years about their knowledge of and exposure to vaping.
For detail: theeducatoronline.com
Published May 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tbsnews.net

BAT Bangladesh sees profit slump as cigarette sales drop 10%

According to its financial report for the January-March quarter, the multinational cigarette manufacturer witnessed a 5% decrease in gross revenue, totalling Tk9,407 crore.
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published May 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: spectrumnews1.com

Busi­nesses, agencies sue Kentucky over bill that targets vaping

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Governor Andy Beshear, Ky-D, signed House Bill 11 into law in early April.
For detail: spectrumnews1.com
Published May 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: newstalk.com

Smoking lobby group: ‘We should be trusted to buy cigarettes at 18’

A smoking lobby group says the Government will infantilise adults if they plough ahead with plans to raise the smoking age limit.
For detail: newstalk.com
Published May 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.csusm.edu

Program Helps Students Find Career Path in Tobacco Research

Karissa Tran and Nicolas Morales are graduating from CSUSM this week after completing a two-year program that trains students in research to help them lessen the harmful effects of tobacco and vape use in their communities.
For detail: news.csusm.edu
Published May 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

Association between secondhand smoke exposure and rheumatoid arthritis in US never-smoking adults: a cross-sectional study from NHANES

While smoking is widely acknowledged as a risk factor for rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the connection between secondhand smoke (SHS) exposure and RA in never-smoking adults remains limited and inconsistent.
For detail: nature.com
Published May 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicinenet.com

Smoking During Pregnancy Could Raise Baby's Odds for Obesity Later

Women who smoke during pregnancy run a higher risk of their kids becoming overweight or obese, and researchers now think they know one reason why.
For detail: medicinenet.com
Published May 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kron4.com

Bay Area county expands ban on sales of e-cigs, flavored tobacco

Since 2022, California law has prohibited the sale of most flavored tobacco products, with some exemptions.
For detail: kron4.com
Published May 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: healthday.com

Vaping Rates Fall Among Teens, But Still Too High

TUESDAY, May 14, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Vaping rates among U.S.
For detail: healthday.com
Published May 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gmanetwork.com

Governments urged to act 'decisively' vs e-cigarettes

BANGKOK, Thailand — Over 70 government officials, youth representatives, and public health advocates from ASEAN countries gathered here on Tuesday for a two-day event to discuss concrete actions to protect children from tobacco industry interference.
For detail: gmanetwork.com
Published May 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: en.vietnamplus.vn

PM asks for strengthened measures to manage e-cigarettes, heated tobacco

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed to issue a dispatch to relevant ministries, agencies, and localities, asking for strengthened measures to manage electronic cigarettes and heated tobacco.
For detail: en.vietnamplus.vn
Published May 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dhakatribune.com

8 Barisal University students attacked for smoking in front of elders

At least eight students of the University of Barisal were injured in an attack by locals allegedly for smoking in front of elders.
For detail: dhakatribune.com
Published May 14, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: chemistryworld.com

AI predicts vape flavours can break down into potentially harmful compounds when heated

An artificial intelligence-based approach has predicted hundreds of harmful compounds that could form when e-cigarette flavour chemicals are heated in vaping devices.
For detail: chemistryworld.com
Published May 14, 2024
[FBR FED Tobacco]

Source: brecorder.com

Call to raise tobacco taxes up to 70pc to minimise consumption

ISLAMABAD: Malik Imran Ahmed, country head of “The Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids” (CTFK) has urged the government to address the pressing issue of massive tobacco consumption among youth by raising tobacco taxes up to 70 percent of the retail price - a bench mark set by the World Health Organization (WHO).
For detail: brecorder.com
Published May 14, 2024
[FBR Cigarette]

Source: brecorder.com

IPSOS report highlights alarming issues in Pakistan’s tobacco industry

ISLAMABAD: A latest report of significant credibility, published by IPSOS, an esteemed international surveying organization, has brought alarming issues in Pakistan’s tobacco industry to light.
For detail: brecorder.com
Published May 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bmmagazine.co.uk

UK Bans Disposable Vapes In Efforts Towards Tackling The Youth Vaping Crisis

The Hayati Pro Max 4000 Disposable Vape is a cutting-edge disposable vaporizer that provides a premium vaping experience in a space-saving disposable format.
For detail: bmmagazine.co.uk
Published May 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: baolangson.vn

PM asks for strengthened measures to manage e-cigarettes, heated tobacco

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed to issue a dispatch to relevant ministries, agencies, and localities, asking for strengthened measures to manage electronic cigarettes and heated tobacco.
For detail: baolangson.vn
Published May 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc3340.com

Residue left by vapes pose health risk to young children

Birmingham, AL (WBMA) — Tobacco specialists with University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital and Children's of Alabama are warning parents about the risk vapes can pose to their young children.
For detail: abc3340.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tylerpaper.com

Why smoking makes you more likely to eat junk

Smokers eat less and have a poor-quality diet compared to those who don't, according to new research.
For detail: tylerpaper.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Ireland to Raise Smoking Age

Ireland will raise the minimum legal age for buying tobacco from 18 to 21 under plans due to be approved by Cabinet on May14, reports The Irish Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Foundation for a Smoke-Free World Changes Name

The Foundation for a Smoke-Free World has relaunched as Global Action to End Smoking (GAES).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Illicit Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Industry Urges Crackdown on Illicit Trade

The tobacco industry is urging Cambodia to crack down on the illicit trade in cigarettes, reports The Khmer Times. A recent study by Kantar International found that 18.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 13, 2024
[FED Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Pakistan Urged to Raise Tobacco Taxes

Health activists want Pakistan to increase its Federal Excise Duty (FED) on cigarettes to 70 percent of retail prices, in line with international standards, reports Dawn.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: themalaysianreserve.com

Global Action to End Smoking, Formerly Foundation for a Smoke-Free World, Awards Grant to Urban Institute to Address Quitting Barriers and Solutions in Marginalized Communities

WASHINGTON, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Global Action to End Smoking, formerly known as the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World, today announced that it will fund research by the Urban Institute to study tobacco-use disorder and nicotine dependence among low-income individuals in all 50 U.S.
For detail: themalaysianreserve.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tbsnews.net

Regulator to look into records of 5 decade old Alpha Tobacco

The inquiry committee consisting of three members, two deputy directors of BSEC, and a nominated officer of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE), will prepare a report on the local tobacco manufacturer analysing its book of accounts, liabilities and allied issues from 2002 to 2023.
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published May 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: statnews.com

After decades fighting Big Tobacco, Cliff Douglas now leads a foundation funded by his former adversaries

Cliff Douglas, a longtime anti-smoking warrior and president and CEO of the newly named Global Action to End Smoking, at his home in Ann Arbor, Mich.
For detail: statnews.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: shine.cn

Most locals want restrictions on outdoor smoking

Residents in Shanghai voiced concern about people smoking on the streets and urged the authorities to tighten management through legislation and the establishment of authorized outdoor smoking areas.
For detail: shine.cn
Published May 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sbcamericas.com

Shareholders reject non-smoking proposal at Boyd Gaming facilitates

Investors in Boyd Gaming have voted against commissioning a study to evaluate the implementation of a smoke-free policy at the company’s gaming facilities.
For detail: sbcamericas.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: rockdalenewtoncitizen.com

Why smoking makes you more likely to eat junk

They are more likely to tuck into fried food, add salt, and add sugar to meals than non-smokers, reveals the study.
For detail: rockdalenewtoncitizen.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: prnewswire.com

Global Action to End Smoking, Formerly Foundation for a Smoke-Free World, Awards Grant to Urban Institute to Address Quitting Barriers and Solutions in Marginalized Communities

WASHINGTON, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Action to End Smoking, formerly known as the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World, today announced that it will fund research by the Urban Institute to study tobacco-use disorder and nicotine dependence among low-income individuals in all 50 U.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nj1015.com

NJ considers stricter rules to crack down on vape retailers

With the hope that stricter rules will force retailers to think twice before doing something illegal, Garden State lawmakers advanced a couple measures aimed at making a dent in a surge of vaping among youth.
For detail: nj1015.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Study reveals soaring rates of adolescent daily e-cigarette use

Electronic vapor products (EVPs), also known as e-cigarettes or vaping devices, have an allure because of their marketed image as a safer alternative to traditional cigarette smoking and for their variety of appealing flavors.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published May 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Russia plans excise taxes on e-cigarettes - reports

MOSCOW, Sept 13 (Reuters) - Russia's healthcare ministry has drafted a bill to introduce excise taxes on electronic cigarettes, Russian news agencies reported on Friday, citing minister Veronika Skvortsova.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: mystateline.com

Rockford-area e-cigarette retailer closing for good

CHERRY VALLEY, Ill. (WTVO) — Marco’s Vapor, which operates stores in Cherry Valley and Machesney Park, announced Monday that it will be closing for good.
For detail: mystateline.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicalxpress.com

New research sheds light on why college students in Mexico choose to vape

Many smokers begin using tobacco products as young adults, and vaping—consuming tobacco through an e-cigarette or other device that typically uses a battery, heating element and a liquid to produce an inhalable aerosol—is the method of choice for this age group.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Study shows alarming rise of electronic vaping use in US adolescents

Electronic vapor products (EVPs), also known as e-cigarettes or vaping devices, have an allure because of their marketed image as a safer alternative to traditional cigarette smoking and for their variety of appealing flavors.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: lmtonline.com

Middle schools among four UISD campuses with vape detectors

United Independent School District has installed vaping detectors in four of its schools to use it as a deterrence to ensure that children do not vape in their schools.
For detail: lmtonline.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: lansingstatejournal.com

FDA's vape regulation failures jeopardize public health

The FDA has lost control of the vape market, flooded the nation with illegal products, and sabotaged smokers in their journey to quit cigarettes.
For detail: lansingstatejournal.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: indiatoday.in

Why smokers gain weight when they quit

After adjusting for age, sex, and socioeconomic status, smokers were twice as likely to skip meals, and 50% more likely to go more than three hours without food compared to non-smokers.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published May 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: independentnews.com

Why smoking makes you more likely to eat junk

Smokers eat less and have a poor-quality diet compared to those who don't, according to new research.
For detail: independentnews.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ideastream.org

As flavored tobacco ban stalls, Cleveland will offer free classes to help smokers quit

As legislation that would ban the sale of flavored tobacco products remains stalled in Cleveland City Council, city health officials are taking a new approach to reducing the smoking rate.
For detail: ideastream.org
Published May 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: hotpress.com

Legal smoking age to increase to 21 years under new planned legislation

The legal age for buying cigarettes and other tobacco products would rise from 18 to 21, under new legislation being introduced by the Minister for Health.
For detail: hotpress.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: henryherald.com

Why smoking makes you more likely to eat junk

Scenes from Henry County Schools Athletic Awards Night at the McDonough Performing Arts Center on May 13, 2024.
For detail: henryherald.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healthday.com

Cytisinicline Beneficial for Cessation of Electronic Cigarette Smoking

MONDAY, May 13, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Cytisinicline for 12 weeks with behavioral support is efficacious for cessation of electronic cigarette smoking, according to a study published online May 6 in JAMA Internal Medicine.
For detail: healthday.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: gateshead.gov.uk

Make a fresh quit for better health, more money and less stress

People who smoke in Gateshead are being encouraged to put smoking behind them this summer for better health, more money and less stress.
For detail: gateshead.gov.uk
Published May 13, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: e.vnexpress.net

Vietnam PM requests increased e-cigarette management

In a document issued Monday, Chinh said the rate of smokers has dropped by 0.5% on average every year among males.
For detail: e.vnexpress.net
Published May 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dominionpost.com

City’s planning commission approves vape shop restrictions

MORGANTOWN — The Morgantown Planning Commission has given its blessing to a zoning text amendment that would prohibit any new tobacco/vape shops from opening downtown.
For detail: dominionpost.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: breakingnews.ie

Smoking age to rise to 21 under proposed new legislation

Landmark legislation to increase the minimum smoking age from 18 to 21 is to be brought to Cabinet this week.
For detail: breakingnews.ie
Published May 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: alexcityoutlook.com

Why smoking makes you more likely to eat junk

They are more likely to tuck into fried food, add salt, and add sugar to meals than non-smokers, reveals the study.
For detail: alexcityoutlook.com
Published May 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: 953mnc.com

Michigan counties to ban flavored tobacco, tax e-cigarettes

Michigan counties may soon be able to tighten enforcement of what tobacco products can be sold there.
For detail: 953mnc.com
Published May 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

The Foundation for a Smoke-Free World Ends Agreement With PMI as it Seeks to Rebrand

The Foundation's previous association with Big Tobacco has held it back. Hence, the newly appointed President and CEO has cut ties with PMI as he moves the organization into a new era.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published May 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tbsnews.net

Raising tobacco prices crucial for public health and economic growth

In Bangladesh, 3.78 million adults frequently consume bidi, cigarettes, jorda-gul, and other smokeless tobacco products.
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published May 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cureus.com

Knowledge, Perception, and Associated Factors of Electronic Cigarette Consumption Among the Saudi Population in Jeddah City

Cite this article as: Qureshey A K, Nawawi A F, Alsaedi J R, et al.
For detail: cureus.com
Published May 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: yahoo.com

California banned sales of flavored e-cigarettes in 2022 − but a study finds online stores are still selling them, even to kids

The state's Senate Bill 793 was supposed to stop the sale of most flavored tobacco products to adolescents.
For detail: yahoo.com
Published May 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Spain Urged to Keep Vape Flavors Legal

The Independent European Vape Alliance (IEVA) has asked Spain to refrain from banning flavored vapes. According to the group, the proposed measure presents several risks.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Illicits to Surpass Half of Pakistan’s Market this Year

The share of illicit products on Pakistan’s tobacco market is expected to reach 56 percent by the end of 2024, reports Ary News.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: hcplive.com

New Findings on Cytisinicline Treatment for Quitting E-Cigarettes, with Nancy Rigotti, MD

This discussion covered the topic of e-cigarette use and its potential treatment with cytisinicline, a plant-based medication which may aid vapers in quitting.
For detail: hcplive.com
Published May 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: harwichandmanningtreestandard.co.uk

Children’s exposure to vape marketing at all-time high

Children’s exposure to vape marketing is at an all-time high, with youngsters overwhelmingly opting for fruit and dessert-flavoured vapes, new data shows.
For detail: harwichandmanningtreestandard.co.uk
Published May 11, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: bbc.com

Smoking ban: Why are young people still taking up smoking?

Louis says smoking is part of his university social life and can even be a "conversation starter" The government is planning one of the toughest smoking laws in the world, which would effectively ban it.
For detail: bbc.com
Published May 10, 2024
[FED Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Rethinking tobacco taxation in Pakistan…. Bob

IN Pakistan, where nearly 20% of adults are tobacco users, the toll of smoking extends far beyond individual health consequences.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 10, 2024
[FCTC FED Tobacco]

Source: thefridaytimes.com

Govt Urged To Raise FED On Cigarettes By 37% In Line With WHO Guidelines

The government has been urged to raise the federal excise duty (FED) on cigarettes by 37% in line with the recommendations of the World Health Organisation (WHO).
For detail: thefridaytimes.com
Published May 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theeducatoronline.com

Anti-vaping approaches that work for schools

In 2022, Helen Connolly, South Australia’s Commissioner for Children and Young People undertook a survey of 950 young people aged 13-19 years about their knowledge of and exposure to vaping.
For detail: theeducatoronline.com
Published May 10, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: oneworldnews.com

World No Tobacco Day: Unite for a Smoke-Free Future

World No Tobacco Day 2024 will provide an opportunity for youth worldwide to voice their demands that the tobacco industry cease tobacco that are not good to their health.
For detail: oneworldnews.com
Published May 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

AI model identifies over 500 toxic chemicals in e-liquids, revealing vaping’s hidden dangers

In a recent review published in the Scientific Reports, a group of authors used a graph-convolutional neural network (NN) to predict and analyze the thermal decomposition products of e-liquid flavors, correlating them with mass spectrometry (MS) data to assess potential health risks.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published May 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nation.africa

State’s bid to change laws on tobacco sparks debate

Tobacco Control and Health Promotion Alliance Chairman Joel Gitari addresses the press at Rift Valley Technical Training Institute in Eldoret town, Uasin Gishu County on May 6, 2024.
For detail: nation.africa
Published May 10, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: islandtimes.org

Tobacco Industry Interference Awareness Month

There is a strong body of evidence from authoritative bodies demonstrating how tobacco is inherently deadly.
For detail: islandtimes.org
Published May 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S - Reduction of share capital

On 4 April 2024, the annual general meeting of Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S (the "Company") resolved to adopt a proposal by the Board of Directors to reduce the Company’s share capital by nominally DKK 1,000,000 from nominally DKK 87,000,000 to nominally DKK 86,000,000 by cancelling some of the Company’s treasury shares.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published May 10, 2024
[Smokers Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

25 Countries with the Most Cigarette Smokers per Capita

In this article, we are going to discuss the 25 countries with the most cigarette smokers per capita.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published May 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Cost of smoking in England reaches £21.8 billion

The cost of smoking to England’s economy has shot up by 25%, according to new figures published by Action on Smoking and Health (ASH).
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published May 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: deccanherald.com

100 cases of tobacco sale near schools, colleges recorded last year in Bengaluru

Bengaluru: More than two decades after the union government banned the sale of tobacco products in the vicinity of educational institutions, poor enforcement of the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA) has resulted in 100 violations being recorded in the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) limits in 2023-24.
For detail: deccanherald.com
Published May 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com

Association between health-related social media use and E-cigarette use among current cigarette users: the roles of anti-tobacco messages and harm perception

The popularity of e-cigarettes is on the rise among current cigarette users.
For detail: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com
Published May 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: vapingpost.com

The Effects of Cigarette And Vape Adverts on Consumers

Studies have consistently shown a positive relationship between vape adverts and increased consumption.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published May 09, 2024
[FED Tobacco]

Source: urdupoint.com

Call For Tobacco Tax Increase To Safeguard Child Rights And Public Health

ISLAMABAD: (UrduPoint/UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News-May 9th, 2024) Health activists have called for an immediate increase in tobacco taxes in Pakistan to protect the rights and health of children and the general public.
For detail: urdupoint.com
Published May 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

British Lawmakers Alerted to Misinformation

The U.K. Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) has issued a series of letters to Members of Parliament (MPs) to raise concerns over “misleading, incomplete, unsubstantiated, or incorrect” information, which the group says was presented to the Tobacco and Vapes Bill Committee.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

While struggling with rising cost and mounting regulations, Polish tobacco companies can cheer the retreat of the illicit market.

In the next few years, Poland may lose a part of its competitive edge as a regional tobacco superpower owing to controversial European Commission policy.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 09, 2024
[FED Tobacco]

Source: pakobserver.net

Call for tobacco tax increase to public health

ISLAMABAD — Health advocates are calling for an immediate increase in tobacco taxes in Pakistan to protect the health and rights of children and the general public.
For detail: pakobserver.net
Published May 09, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: nelincs.gov.uk

Support services on hand to help people to quit as new smoking figures reveal impact on region

Stop Smoking services in North East Lincolnshire are urging people to take advantage of the support available to help them to quit for good.
For detail: nelincs.gov.uk
Published May 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

GI procedures can produce dangerous levels of smoke

Health care professionals attending certain smoke-producing endoscopic gastrointestinal procedures, including a procedure that uses electrical current to remove polyps, could be exposed to dangerous toxin levels equivalent to smoking a cigarette during each procedure and face "significant health risks" over their careers, according to a study scheduled for presentation at Digestive Disease Week (DDW) 2024.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published May 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kbc.co.ke

Stakeholders call for review of health warnings of tobacco products

Stakeholders in the tobacco industry have reiterated calls for a review of the proposed graphic health warnings for tobacco products.
For detail: kbc.co.ke
Published May 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: english.vov.vn

Experts consider how to tackle the problem of e-cigarettes

The Ministry of Health (MoH) has proposed a ban on e-cigarettes, while the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) wants to legalise them by allowing a pilot management programme to control the products.
For detail: english.vov.vn
Published May 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: en.vietnamplus.vn

Experts consider how to tackle the problem of e-cigarettes

The Ministry of Health (MoH) has proposed a ban on e-cigarettes, while the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) wants to legalise them by allowing a pilot management programme to control the products.
For detail: en.vietnamplus.vn
Published May 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: elle.com.au

Here’s What Vaping Does To Your Skin

It’s somewhat paradoxical that two of the most prevalent topics in Gen Z pop culture right now are vaping and skincare.
For detail: elle.com.au
Published May 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

How does vaping impact orthodontics?

Saba Qureshi explores the impact of vaping on oral health and tooth movement, and the advice dental professionals should be giving to vape users.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published May 09, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: cnbc.com

Shareholders push casinos to reassess indoor smoking

A new strategy has emerged in the battle to ban smoking in casinos: the shareholder vote.
For detail: cnbc.com
Published May 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: clevelandjewishnews.com

Protect family from harmful effects of vaping

The Cleveland Jewish News does not make endorsements of political candidates and/or political or other ballot issues on any level.
For detail: clevelandjewishnews.com
Published May 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Teenagers taken to hospital after vaping incident

Devon and Cornwall Police said the students from Paignton Academy had appeared unwell after using the vape and required medical care.
For detail: bbc.com
Published May 09, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

York stop smoking service to expand with government funding

City of York Council has been awarded nearly £200,000 of government funding to help residents quit smoking.
For detail: bbc.com
Published May 08, 2024
[Smoking Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Vaping Surpasses Smoking Among European Youth: WHO

Vaping has surpassed smoking among adolescents in Europe, according to a new report by the World Health Organization.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Smokers Confused About Relative Risk: Ipsos

Many smokers fail to understand the comparative risks presented by vapes and traditional cigarettes, according to a new Ipsos survey among 27,000 smokers in 28 countries carried out on behalf of We Are Innovation.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Australia should pass bill to ban non-prescription vapes, Senate committee finds

A bill to ban the manufacture, sale and advertising of vapes in Australia should be passed, a Senate committee has recommended, after evidence from public hearings and almost 300 submissions.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published May 08, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Chemicals in vapes could be highly toxic when heated, research finds

AI analysis of 180 vape flavours finds that products contain 127 ‘acutely toxic’ chemicals, 153 ‘health hazards’ and 225 ‘irritants’ Chemicals used to produce vapes could be acutely toxic when heated and inhaled, according to research.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published May 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theconversation.com

Flavoured vapes may produce many harmful chemicals when e-liquids are heated

Vaping has become widely adopted as an alternative to traditional smoking. The latest figures show 4.5 million people in the UK regularly use e-cigarettes.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published May 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theblaze.com

The FDA can’t get its story straight about reducing tobacco-related dangers

Congressional intervention may be necessary to realign the agency with its stated goal of reducing smoking.
For detail: theblaze.com
Published May 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: technologynetworks.com

Plant-Based Medication Helps People Quit Vaping in Trial

Results from the trial suggest that cytisinicline may be a promising treatment for vaping cessation.
For detail: technologynetworks.com
Published May 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: siliconrepublic.com

Why is vaping bad for health? Scientists use AI to find out

A team of RCSI scientists has found that many of the chemicals in flavoured vapes were never intended to be heated at high temperatures for inhalation.
For detail: siliconrepublic.com
Published May 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: rte.ie

Cancer 'almost a certainty' from long-term vaping - study

An RCSI study of flavoured vapes found that toxic compounds were detected once the chemicals were heated Cancer and cardiovascular problems are "almost a certainty" from long-term exposure to vapes, according to a study conducted by the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI).
For detail: rte.ie
Published May 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: racgp.org.au

RACGP joins united stand against vaping

The college has teamed up with peak health bodies to support proposed new laws aimed at stifling the product’s widespread availability.
For detail: racgp.org.au
Published May 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: phys.org

AI simulation of flavored vape reactions reveals formation of many hazardous chemicals

Chemistry diversity analysis of 180 flavor chemicals and their predicted pyrolysis products.
For detail: phys.org
Published May 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

E-cigarette use among university students in Palestine: Prevalence, knowledge, and determinant factors

Background: Recent reports indicated accelerated rates of e-cigarette use, especially among youth in various Middle Eastern countries, including Palestine.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published May 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

How tobacco reshapes the mouth: Studying the oral microbiome in smokers and non-smokers

A recent study published in Scientific Reports compares differences between the composition and diversity of the oral microbiome in cigarette users, smokeless tobacco users, and non-users.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published May 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Move to increase age cigarettes can be sold

A proposal to increase the age cigarettes can be sold to people in Guernsey has been put forward.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published May 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newarab.com

How Philip Morris quietly secured major stake in Egypt tobacco market with IMF-led privatisation

This story is part of Smoking for the State, a The Examination series examining government-controlled tobacco companies supported in part, by a grant from the Pulitzer Center.
For detail: newarab.com
Published May 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nature.com

Forecasting vaping health risks through neural network model prediction of flavour pyrolysis reactions

Vaping involves the heating of chemical solutions (e-liquids) to high temperatures prior to lung inhalation.
For detail: nature.com
Published May 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: health.gov.au

Peak health bodies join Government to fight vaping

For the first time, the nation’s frontline health bodies have come together in support of the Government’s vaping reforms to prevent the sale, supply, manufacture and commercial possession of non-therapeutic vapes.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published May 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: fm104.ie

Vaping could lead to new wave of chronic diseases

The study says it's plausible to say Ireland is about to see a new wave of chronic diseases in the next 15 to 20 years.
For detail: fm104.ie
Published May 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: filtermag.org

Are Nicotine Patches for Kids Who Vape a Good Idea?

Children whose vaping has led to nicotine dependence should be given nicotine patches to help them quit vapes, say health officials in the United Kingdom.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published May 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: citizen.co.za

Three reasons why smoke-free products will replace cigarettes

The modern age of round-the-clock news feeds and social media influence has become a breeding ground for misinformation and conspiracy theories.
For detail: citizen.co.za
Published May 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: channelnewsasia.com

HSA reviewing penalties to strengthen deterrence against vaping in Singapore

Singapore authorities handled around 8,000 vaping-related offences last year, representing a 43 per cent jump from the 5,600 similar offences recorded in 2022.
For detail: channelnewsasia.com
Published May 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Move to increase age cigarettes can be sold

A proposal to increase the age cigarettes can be sold to people in Guernsey has been put forward.
For detail: bbc.com
Published May 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: aol.com

Move to increase age cigarettes can be sold

A proposal to increase the age cigarettes can be sold to people in Guernsey has been put forward.
For detail: aol.com
Published May 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vietnamnet.vn

National Assembly deputies concerned about electronic cigarettes

The National Assembly’s committees on May 4 held a session on explaining state management responsibility for preventing and fighting the sale of electronic cigarettes.
For detail: vietnamnet.vn
Published May 07, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: upi.com

Experimental drug may help people quit vaping

Cytisinicline is a naturally occurring plant-based substance that binds to nicotine receptors in the brain, reducing a person's cravings, researchers said.
For detail: upi.com
Published May 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Flonq Releases Ultra and Max Pro Vaping Systems

Flonq, a leading vaping system manufacturer, has released its latest innovations, the Flonq Ultra and Flonq Max Pro.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

PMI Draws Fire for Supporting Doctors

Philip Morris International is drawing fire for sponsoring doctors’ education, reports The Guardian.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 07, 2024
[Monopoly Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Former STMA Chief Arrested

Ling Chengxing, former head of China’s State Tobacco Monopoly Administration, has been arrested on suspicion of accepting bribes and abusing power, reports China Daily, citing a May 7 statement by the Supreme People’s Procuratorate.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 07, 2024
[Filters Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Filtrona Launches HTP Filters

Filtrona has launched a series of new filters for heated-tobacco products (HTP), the Boreas range.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thedrum.com

Rishi Sunak missed an open goal on vape marketing

The CIM’s Mark Scott explains how the UK PM’s anti-smoking crusade should encapsulate vaping too, especially shirt sponsorship in football.
For detail: thedrum.com
Published May 07, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: pharmeasy.in

Cigarette Smoking And Its Adverse Impact On Your Health

Every pack of cigarettes contains a statutory warning about the health hazards of smoking, but how dangerous are they? The number of smokers across the world is increasing on a daily basis.
For detail: pharmeasy.in
Published May 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: newspatrolling.com

World Asthma Day: Is Vaping the New Threat to Your Lungs?

E-cigarettes (vapes) have gained popularity in recent years, often touted as a safer option compared to traditional cigarettes.
For detail: newspatrolling.com
Published May 07, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Smoking ban UK: What does the new bill do as MPs vote to ban tobacco for generation alpha?

MPs have voted to pass a landmark smoking bill which the government says will create the UK’s first “smokefree generation”.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published May 07, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: neurosciencenews.com

Combined Cannabis and Nicotine Use Amplifies Pregnancy Risks

Summary: A new study highlights the compounded risks of using both cannabis and nicotine during pregnancy.
For detail: neurosciencenews.com
Published May 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Cannabis, nicotine use during pregnancy found to increase rate of infant death fourfold

With half of individuals who use cannabis in pregnancy also using tobacco or nicotine products, OHSU researchers investigated the effects of using both substances on both mother and newborn health outcomes.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published May 07, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: indiatoday.in

Bengaluru doctor slams woman who called non-smokers ‘losers’ in X post

Dr Deepak Krishnamurthy, a Bengaluru-based doctor, criticised a social media post that called non-smokers 'losers', while emphasising the health risks associated with smoking.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published May 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healio.com

Cytisinicline effective for e-cigarette cessation

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For detail: healio.com
Published May 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: desmoinesregister.com

How Iowa's vape directory bill would benefit retailers and consumers alike

As retailers, we have a responsibility to prioritize consumer safety, but we are now in the unfortunate position of competing with others who are happy to continue selling illegal Chinese vapes.
For detail: desmoinesregister.com
Published May 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: chinadaily.com.cn

Former head of China Tobacco arrested

Ling Chengxing, former head of China's State Tobacco Monopoly Administration also known as China Tobacco, has been arrested on suspicion of accepting bribes and abuse of power by personnel of State-owned company, as announced by the Supreme People's Procuratorate on Tuesday.
For detail: chinadaily.com.cn
Published May 07, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Number of smokers in town drops 53% in 10 years

The number of smokers in Swindon has dropped by more than 50% over the last 10 years, according to government figures.
For detail: bbc.com
Published May 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wmtv15news.com

Students present projects at teen vaping awareness event

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Public Health Madison Dane County hosted a community open house for teen vaping awareness on Sunday.
For detail: wmtv15news.com
Published May 06, 2024
[FCTC FED Tobacco]

Source: urdupoint.com

Pakistan's Progress On Tobacco Taxation Still Falls Short Of WHO Guidelines

ISLAMABAD: (UrduPoint/UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News-May 6th, 2024) Pakistan has made significant progress in raising tobacco taxes but the country still falls short in fully implementing World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations aimed at both saving lives and curbing tobacco use.
For detail: urdupoint.com
Published May 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

‘Tobacco Lobbying Booming in U.S.’

Around the United States, statehouses from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 06, 2024
[FDA Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

FDA Updates Authorized Products Database

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has uploaded the first update to its recently created Searchable Tobacco Products Database, which provides an overview of tobacco products and vapor products that may be legally marketed in the United States.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

PMI Boosts Investment in Ukraine

Philip Morris International will launch the latest version of its IQOS Iluma heat-not-burn device in Ukraine, reports Interfax.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: statnews.com

NYU professors who defended vaping didn’t disclose ties to Juul, documents show

WASHINGTON — Two New York University professors collaborated directly with executives of the vaping company Juul without disclosing those relationships to academic journals or Congress, a STAT investigation reveals.
For detail: statnews.com
Published May 06, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: pharmeasy.in

Does Smoking Really Affect Your Brain?

31st May is known as the ”World No Tobacco Day” and for a good reason too. Did you know that more than 10 million die each year in India due to tobacco? India is home to 12% of the world’s smokers, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
For detail: pharmeasy.in
Published May 06, 2024
[FED Tobacco]

Source: pakobserver.net

Policy paper advocates 37% increase in FED to boost revenue

ISLAMABAD – The Social Policy Development Centre (SPDC) has proposed a 37% increase in the Federal Excise Duty (FED) on tobacco products in Pakistan.
For detail: pakobserver.net
Published May 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

Study links early-life tobacco exposure to accelerated aging, urging preventive action

In a recent study published in the journal Science Advances, researchers investigated the impact of early-life tobacco exposure on aging-related diseases.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published May 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Research finds e-cigarette content on Instagram violates policies, is marketed to teens

New research presented May 4 at the American Psychiatric Association's Annual Meeting indicates that methods of advertising e-cigarettes on digital platforms are violating federal government and Instagram policies.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published May 06, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: healio.com

E-cigarette content regulations not adequately enforced on social media

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For detail: healio.com
Published May 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fiscalnote.com

Navigating the Global Shift in Tobacco Regulations

Explore the latest global tobacco regulations and their implications for public health and industry.
For detail: fiscalnote.com
Published May 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dunyanews.tv

Women who vape have less chances of pregnancy, scientists warn

(Web Desk) - Experts found female e-cigarette users aged 36 to 40 have a fifth less of a hormone called AMH — an indicator of fertility — than non-vapers.
For detail: dunyanews.tv
Published May 05, 2024
[FED Tobacco]

Source: urdupoint.com

Over 37% Tobacco Tax Increase Suggested To Save Lives, Boost Revenue

ISLAMABAD: (UrduPoint/UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News-May 5th, 2024) The Social Policy Development Centre (SPDC) has proposed 37% increase in Federal Excise Duty (FED) on tobacco products to reinforce the gains already achieved and to advance further in enhancing public health outcomes and revenue collection.
For detail: urdupoint.com
Published May 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc.net.au

Teenagers highlight value of youth peer support to quit vaping and beat addiction

Shepparton teen Isabella Cartwright, who has quit vaping, says it is very easy to get a vape.(ABC Shepparton: Callum Marshall) Jessica Moloney knows well the power that peer pressure and support can have on a teenager's decision to keep vaping or quit.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published May 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tobacco Boosts Murphy USA’s First Quarter Results

Murphy USA’s Q1 2024 results were below expectations due to various headwinds, but President and CEO Andrew Clyde highlighted the positive performance in tobacco and fuel during Thursday’s earnings call.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 04, 2024
[FCTC FED Cigarette]

Source: pakobserver.net

Survey reveals 18% decrease in smoking rates

ISLAMABAD – High tobacco taxation serves as a vital measure in combating tobacco consumption, as was advocated by the World Health Organization (WHO), says survey findings by the Center for Research and Dialogue (CRD), a Pakistan-based think tank.
For detail: pakobserver.net
Published May 03, 2024
[Tobacco Nicotine]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Mastering the Maze

Heated-tobacco products (HTPs) are a type of reduced-risk nicotine device that offers a similar experience to combustible cigarettes but can help reduce exposure to potentially harmful toxicants.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Sales Dip at Scandinavian Tobacco

Scandinavian Tobacco Group reported net sales of DKK1.95 billion ($281.97 million) for the first quarter of 2024, down 1 percent from the comparable 2023 period.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 03, 2024
[CSR Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

GPI Leader Honored for CSR Contributions

From left to right: India’s vice president, Jagdeep Dhankhar, and Bina Modi, along with the lawyers Jyoti Sagar and Lalit Bhasin (Photo: Business Wire) Bina Modi, the chairperson and managing director of Godfrey Phillips India (GPI) has been recognized for her contributions to corporate social responsibility (CSR).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: statnews.com

Statehouses are a hotbed of tobacco lobbying and legislation

WASHINGTON — Around the country, statehouses from Harrisburg, Penn. to Tallahassee, Fla.
For detail: statnews.com
Published May 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: socialnews.xyz

Sprint star Dutee Chand joins Mothers Against Vaping to tackle threat of new-age tobacco devices

New Delhi, May 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) ‘Mothers Against Vaping’, a united front of concerned mothers combatting the promotion of new-age tobacco devices such as e-cigarettes, vapes, electronic nicotine delivery systems, heat-not-burn products, e-hookahs and similar devices among Indian children and youth, on Friday, announced that Dutee Chand, national sprint champion and Olympian will be supporting and endorsing their crucial mission.
For detail: socialnews.xyz
Published May 03, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: cureus.com

E-cigarette Use and Severe Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Outcomes: A Meta-Analysis

E-cigarettes have been known to cause varied poor health outcomes prior to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), but after the impact of COVID-19, evidence came out that was, in some instances, not as expected regarding the severity of COVID-19 among e-cigarette users (vapers).
For detail: cureus.com
Published May 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.co.uk

Prime minister questioned over vapes advertising on sports kits

During Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs), which gives elected members of parliament (MPs) the chance to ask the prime minister about different issues, MP Kirsten Oswald from the SNP, asked if vape companies should be banned from advertising on sports kits.
For detail: bbc.co.uk
Published May 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ajc.com

Study: Vaping linked to increased lead and uranium exposure

A new study has brought the public health concern of vaping back to the forefront.
For detail: ajc.com
Published May 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ualberta.ca

Smoking during pregnancy raises odds of overweight children

Anita Kozyrsky’s research found that exclusive breastfeeding for the first three months helped mitigate the effects of maternal smoking during pregnancy.
For detail: ualberta.ca
Published May 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Quebec Lobby Groups Blind to Illicit Trade: Imperial

Imperial Tobacco Canada is taking anti-tobacco groups to task for their silence about the boom in illicit sales following Quebec’s ban on flavored e-cigarettes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Quebec Lobby Groups Blind to Illicit Trade: Imperial

Imperial Tobacco Canada is taking anti-tobacco groups to task for their silence about the boom in illicit sales following Quebec’s ban on flavored e-cigarettes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: pavilionhealthtoday.com

Thousands miss out on stopping smoking due to varenicline disruption

Thousands of people missed out on quitting smoking for good and improving their health due to the disruption in the supply of nicotine withdrawal drug varenicline.
For detail: pavilionhealthtoday.com
Published May 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nichd.nih.gov

Science Update: Exposure to tobacco smoke from fetal development through adolescence may increase high blood pressure, diabetes risk in midlife, NIH-funded study suggests

By midlife, individuals exposed to maternal smoking while in the womb or to environmental tobacco smoke in childhood and adolescence are at greater risk for high blood pressure and diabetes by middle age, suggests a study funded by the National Institutes of Health.
For detail: nichd.nih.gov
Published May 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.cancerresearchuk.org

Decline in cigarettes smoked per day is stalling

A decade-long decline in the number of cigarettes a person who smokes has per day is at risk, a new Cancer Research UK study has revealed.
For detail: news.cancerresearchuk.org
Published May 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: jamanetwork.com

Smoking Cessation After Initial Treatment Failure With Varenicline or Nicotine Replacement

Findings Participants receiving varenicline or combination nicotine replacement therapy who were nonabstinent after 6-weeks were rerandomized to continue their medication, increase the dosage, or switch medications, for another 6-weeks.
For detail: jamanetwork.com
Published May 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: daera-ni.gov.uk

Minister takes action on single use vapes

Northern Ireland is set to ban the sale and supply of single use vapes by April 2025, in a bid to stop five million single use vapes being thrown away or littered every week across the UK.
For detail: daera-ni.gov.uk
Published May 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: contemporaryobgyn.net

The impact of smoking cessation on pregnancy outcomes

Maternal-fetal medicine specialist Todd Rosen, MD, discusses how quitting smoking during pregnancy affects risks of preterm birth, stillbirth, and preeclampsia, urging simultaneous focus on nutrition to optimize outcomes.
For detail: contemporaryobgyn.net
Published May 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: cdc.gov

Cigarette Smoking Among Pregnant Women During the Perinatal Period: Prevalence and Health Care Provider Inquiries — Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System, United States, 2021

Cigarette smoking has wide-ranging adverse health consequences, and when it occurs during pregnancy, there are increased risks of pregnancy complications and adverse outcomes for infants.
For detail: cdc.gov
Published May 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: business-standard.com

Tobacco prices to rise in Andhra after crop failure in Brazil, Indonesia

Tobacco farmers in Andhra Pradesh are set to benefit after crop yields in Brazil, Zimbabwe and Indonesia declined due to droughts and untimely rainfall.
For detail: business-standard.com
Published May 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Vaping: Northern Ireland to ban single use vapes in 2025

The sale and supply of single use vapes will be banned in Northern Ireland by April 2025.
For detail: bbc.com
Published May 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wkrg.com

Medical Moment: Health Risks of Vaping

MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Tobacco use is decreasing, but e-cigarette use is on the rise, especially among young adults, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
For detail: wkrg.com
Published May 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Smart and Smooth

Production efficiency continues to be a priority for tobacco companies. On the road to “Industry 4.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 01, 2024
[Storm FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

A Perfect Storm

How India came to deny consumers legal access to safer ways of consuming nicotine.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 01, 2024
[Sqeeze Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Feeling the Squeeze

A crackdown on vapes has pushed some Chinese companies out of business and encouraged others to prioritize international sales.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Real-World Quitting

Skip Murray was a failure at quitting. After trying countless times over the years to stop smoking, she was through.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 01, 2024
[Japan Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Japan Tobacco to Keep Russian Business

Japan Tobacco CEO Masamichi Terabatake said the company will keep its Russian business to satisfy investors following a supply chain reshape to comply with sanctions, reports the Financial Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 01, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Driving Transformation

BAT’S new U.K. Innovation Center demonstrates the company’s commitment to become a predominantly smokeless business.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 01, 2024
[FCTC Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Support for Filter Ban at Pollution Summit

Government delegations expressed support for a ban on cigarette filters during the fourth Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) to develop an international legally binding treaty on ending plastic pollution, according to Action on Smoking and Health (ASH).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 01, 2024
[Failure FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Doubling Down on Failure

The continuing existence of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), which is seemingly controlled by a coterie of authoritarian, publicity-shy, self-appointed morality overseers.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 01, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

FDA Warns 14 Sellers of Illegal Flavored Vapes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced on May 1 that it had sent warning letters to 14 online retailers.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

The Path Less Traveled

Originally launched as a limited edition, Gizeh’s Pink collection proved so popular that the company kept producing additional volumes and developed products with filters and matching merchandise.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published May 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

In Victory for Kids and Health, Oregon Court of Appeals Upholds Washington County Law Ending Flavored Tobacco Sales

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Oregon Court of Appeals today upheld Washington County’s law ending the sale of flavored tobacco products, finding that it is not preempted by state law.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published May 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sciencedirect.com

Metals, nonmetals and metalloids in cigarette smoke as hazardous compounds for human health

Cigarette smoke contains many chemicals that are harmful to both smokers and non-smokers.
For detail: sciencedirect.com
Published May 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sciencedaily.com

Understanding youth nicotine use to prevent initiation and escalation

Using multiple nicotine products can be associated with higher levels of nicotine dependence among youth and increased mortality in adults, compared with the use of one product alone.
For detail: sciencedaily.com
Published May 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.vumc.org

Poverty tops smoking as a major death risk: study

A Vanderbilt study found that Black and white people who earned less than $15,000 a year died, on average, more than 10 years earlier than those whose annual income exceeded $50,000.
For detail: news.vumc.org
Published May 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healthnews.com

Vape Habit Raises Toxic Metal Exposure in Teens, Study Finds

As more evidence of the dangers of vaping continues to emerge, new research has found that young people who vape — particularly those who vape frequently — are more likely to be exposed to toxic metals.
For detail: healthnews.com
Published May 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: globalnews.ca

Toxic metals in vapes may pose major health risks for youth, study finds

WATCH - Toxic metals in vapes linked with major health problems in youth, study finds E-cigarette products, or vapes, may contain toxic metals that are particularly harmful to children and teens, a new study has found.
For detail: globalnews.ca
Published May 01, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: convenience.org

The electronic Membership Directory is a listing of NACS Member Companies and Individuals.​​​​​​​

The NACS Payment Processing Program is designed to reduce card processing fees for unbranded convenience and fuel retailers.
For detail: convenience.org
Published May 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com

The effectiveness of a standardized tobacco cessation program on psychophysiological parameters in patients with addiction undergoing long-term rehabilitation: a quasi-experimental pilot study

Although there is a very high comorbidity between tobacco dependence and other addictive disorders, there are only few studies examining the implementation and outcomes of a tobacco cessation program in patients with addictive diseases.
For detail: bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com

News Excerpts of Apr-2024

Published Apr 30, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Vaping exposes teenagers to lead and uranium that could affect the brain, study shows

Research finds regular users have significantly higher levels of toxic chemicals present in their system Vaping is exposing teenagers to lead and uranium that could “adversely affect brain and organ development”, a study has found.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Apr 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sciencealert.com

Concerning Levels of Uranium And Lead Found in The Urine of Teens Who Frequently Vape

Teenagers who regularly puff away on their vape throughout the day could be exposing their bodies to potentially toxic metals.
For detail: sciencealert.com
Published Apr 30, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: nature.com

The positive impact of smoking cessation on fracture risk in a nationwide cohort study

Many studies sought to demonstrate the association between smoking and fracture risk. However, the correlation between smoking and fractures remains controversial.
For detail: nature.com
Published Apr 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cosmosmagazine.com

Vaping teens have higher lead and uranium in their bodies

A new study shows that teens who vape often have twice as much uranium and 30% more lead in their urine.
For detail: cosmosmagazine.com
Published Apr 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: asianews.network

Regulating vape retail market can reduce smoking epidemic

The experience of many countries, as well as the results of many studies, suggest that Indonesian lawmakers might want to consider regulating the domestic vaping market as part of the country's battle against its persistently high smoking prevalence.
For detail: asianews.network
Published Apr 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: vancouver.citynews.ca

Cigarette warnings to be printed on individual smokes in Canada

Canada has become the first country to sell cigarettes with health warnings printed directly on them to help people butt out or think twice about starting to smoke.
For detail: vancouver.citynews.ca
Published Apr 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Pakistan Province Mulls Steep Tax Hike

Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government is mulling an increase in the local tobacco tax (cess) by 400 percent, reports Pakistan Today.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thesun.my

Tobacco display ban may do more harm than good

RECENTLY, former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin proposed that the Health Ministry ban the display of cigarettes in shops and implement plain packaging for cigarettes.
For detail: thesun.my
Published Apr 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: scroll.in

As more youngsters take to vaping, they risk lung and brain damage and even cancer

Increasingly, teenagers and children are experimenting with vaping ‘out of curiosity’ and from being drawn by ads and the variety of flavours.
For detail: scroll.in
Published Apr 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

Philip Morris faces key test with US heated tobacco push

Item 1 of 2 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: reuters.com
Published Apr 29, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: newsweek.com

Vaping Regularly May Expose Teens to More Toxic Lead, Uranium, Study Says

Does vaping put teenagers at risk of toxic heavy metal exposure? New research says maybe.
For detail: newsweek.com
Published Apr 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

Research warns of lead and uranium exposure risks from teen vaping NewsGuard 100/100 Score

Frequent teen vaping might boost the risk of exposure to lead and uranium, potentially harming brain and organ development, suggests research published online in the journal Tobacco Control.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Apr 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Study links youth vaping to increased metal exposure, raising public health concerns

In a recent study published in BMJ Tob Control, researchers investigated factors associated with urinary biomarkers of metal exposure from e-cigarettes among United States (US) adolescents.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Apr 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Frequent teen vaping might boost risk of toxic lead and uranium exposure

Frequent teen vaping might boost the risk of exposure to lead and uranium, potentially harming brain and organ development, suggests research published online in the journal Tobacco Control.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Apr 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: globalnews.ca

Vape detectors with listening abilities installed in some Peel school washrooms

At six public high schools in Peel Region, signs have been posted outside washroom doors warning students who might be considering vaping that they’re being monitored with new detectors that can alert the front office.
For detail: globalnews.ca
Published Apr 29, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: edition.cnn.com

Vaping linked with higher risk of exposure to toxic metals, study finds

Vaping has been known for its association with respiratory disease and nicotine addiction.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Apr 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Ditch vaping if you want to get pregnant, experts say

Experts have recommended that those trying to get pregnant should avoid vaping following a new study into fertility.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Apr 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ctvnews.ca

In a world first, king-size cigarettes in Canada must feature one of these warnings starting Tuesday

An example of cigarette packaging with expanded warnings. (Justin Tang / The Canadian Press)An example of cigarette packaging with expanded warnings.
For detail: ctvnews.ca
Published Apr 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cbsnews.com

Could vaping one time put you at a higher risk of heart failure?

BOSTON - Could vaping just one time put you at higher risk of heart failure? More research is pointing to the dangers of e-cigarettes.
For detail: cbsnews.com
Published Apr 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: businessdailyafrica.com

Cigarette companies lobby to stop higher taxes on tobacco

BAT Kenya wants the State to spare the new non-combusted cigarettes from higher ‘sin tax’ as tobacco manufacturers begin to lobby against heavy taxation following a year of reprieve.
For detail: businessdailyafrica.com
Published Apr 29, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com

Suicide mortality following the implementation of tobacco packaging and pricing policies in Korea: an interrupted time-series analysis

To prevent tobacco use in Korea, the national quitline number was added to tobacco packages in December 2012, tobacco prices were raised by 80% in January 2015, and graphic health warning labels were placed on tobacco packages in December 2016.
For detail: bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com
Published Apr 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pakobserver.net

Vaping, even once, may raise the risk of heart failure, study finds

More than 64 million people globally are affected by heart failureTrusted Source — a cardiovascular condition where the heart muscle is not able to pump enough blood for the body.
For detail: pakobserver.net
Published Apr 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wkyt.com

New studies show alarming spike in vaping and substance use among Kentucky students

London police say they have been called to schools to investigate serious situations because of vaping.
For detail: wkyt.com
Published Apr 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thejakartapost.com

Regulating vape retail market can reduce smoking epidemic

The experience of many countries, as well as the results of many studies, suggest that Indonesian lawmakers might want to consider regulating the domestic vaping market as part of the country's battle against its persistently high smoking prevalence.
For detail: thejakartapost.com
Published Apr 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: washingtonpost.com

Biden administration delays menthol cigarette ban again amid political concerns

President Biden delivers remarks Sept. 13 during a White House meeting on cancer.
For detail: washingtonpost.com
Published Apr 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Women should give up vaping if they want to get pregnant, study suggests

Women should give up vaping if they are hoping to get pregnant, according to a study that suggests it may affect fertility.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Apr 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scmp.com

WHO rings the alarm on the rising use of alcohol and e-cigarettes among youth

A new report from the World Health Organization has called the widespread use of alcohol and e-cigarettes among the youth “alarming”.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Apr 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Vaping regulations battle 'immeasurably harder' under coalition - campaigner

Focus on Politics: Collage of MP Casey Costello in front of silhouette of young boy vaping and vape packaging Associate Health Minister Casey Costello accepts compliance figures are not good for underage sales or illegal products, and says says she's "driving really hard" to "push enforcement" but this will take time.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Apr 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: reviewjournal.com

Smoke-free casino advocates take fight to shareholders

Smoke free slot area is seen at the Plaza hotel and casino, on Thursday, June 8, 2023, in downt .
For detail: reviewjournal.com
Published Apr 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: npr.org

Biden administration abandons plan to ban menthol cigarettes, citing 'feedback'

The Biden administration indefinitely delayed implementing a long-awaited ban on menthol tobacco products, outraging anti-smoking advocates who say the White House is prioritizing politics over public health.
For detail: npr.org
Published Apr 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

Medscape agrees to remove tobacco-industry funded smoking cessation courses

Medical education provider Medscape has bowed to pressure and agreed to permanently remove a series of accredited medical education courses on smoking cessation funded by the tobacco industry giant Philip Morris International (PMI), The BMJ and The Examination have found.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Apr 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Fruit and menthol e-cigarette flavors drive use among teens, Indonesian study finds

In a recent study published in BMC Public Health, researchers examined the associations between sensation-seeking behavior and electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use among Indonesian adolescents.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Apr 26, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: iowapublicradio.org

How has vaping evolved over the last decade?

On this episode of River to River, understanding the increase of e-cigarette use over the last decade.
For detail: iowapublicradio.org
Published Apr 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: indiatoday.in

Vidya Balan got 'addicted' to smoking after 'The Dirty Picture'

Actor Vidya Balan, who garnered praise for her role of Silk Smitha in 'The Dirty Picture', recently shared that she got addicted to smoking after the film.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published Apr 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: euractiv.com

Alarming rise in E-cigarette use among European teenagers, warns WHO

A WHO Europe report into adolescent health and well-being paints an alarming picture of substance use in Europe, with a survey of schools finding that 32% of 15-year-olds had used an e-cigarette and 20% consumed products in the last 30 days, E-cigarette use now surpasses cigarette smoking.
For detail: euractiv.com
Published Apr 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: durangoherald.com

Orio’s Roadhouse, one of last exceptions to Colorado’s smoking ban, to go smoke-free

Jeff Clark lights up a cigarette Thursday at Orio’s Roadhouse in Durango. The bar plans to go smoke-free on Wednesday, bringing an end to its 18-year run of being classified as a cigar-tobacco bar, which allowed indoor smoking under Colorado law.
For detail: durangoherald.com
Published Apr 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bollywoodhungama.com

Vidya Balan ADMITS she developed smoking habit after The Dirty Picture: “I love the smell of smoke”

Vidya Balan opens up about taking up smoking after her role in The Dirty Picture. The actress admits to enjoying the smell of smoke.
For detail: bollywoodhungama.com
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: who.int

Toward tighter controls: regulating the next generation of tobacco products

A conference room with participants seated at tables with laptops, facing a presentation screen displaying a slide with graphs and bullet points.
For detail: who.int
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: uhhospitals.org

Popcorn Lung: A Dangerous Risk of Vaping

In recent years, there’s been a sharp increase in the use of e-cigarettes, also known as vaping.
For detail: uhhospitals.org
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Weight-Loss Drugs Lower Nicotine Cravings

GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound, suppress not only appetite but also nicotine cravings, reports Quartz, citing a new report from Morgan Stanley.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tbsnews.net

Heart foundation, doctors platform call for increased tobacco taxes in upcoming budget

Recent data states that around 3.78 crore people, accounting for 35.3% of the population, are tobacco users in the country. Representational image.
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: phys.org

Escape the vapes: Scientists call for global shift to curb consumer use of disposable technologies

Scientists have called for a concerted global effort to stem the tide of disposable electronic technologies—such as vapes—contributing to international waste accumulation and environmental degradation.
For detail: phys.org
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: newsx.com

WHO Report Sounds Alarm on Adolescent Alcohol and E-cigarette Use

Drawing from survey data collected from 280,000 young individuals aged 11, 13, and 15 across Europe, Central Asia, and Canada, the WHO highlighted a troubling trend in substance use among youth………….
For detail: newsx.com
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newstatesman.com

Can Britain quit smoking for good?

The Tobacco & Vapes Bill includes new legislation to increase the smoking age by one year, every year, banning the sale of cigarettes to anyone born after 1st January 2009.
For detail: newstatesman.com
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.un.org

Teen alcohol and nicotine use in Europe is up, WHO urges preventive measures

Smoking and drinking is on the rise among teenagers in Europe, Central Asia and Canada, and girls now match or even exceed boys when it comes to substance use, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a new report on Thursday.
For detail: news.un.org
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ndtv.com

Use Of Alcohol And E-Cigarettes Among Youth "Alarming": WHO

Based on survey data from 280,000 young people aged 11, 13 and 15 in Europe, Central Asia and Canada, the WHO said it showed a "concerning picture" of substance use among young people.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Tobacco smoking reduces the odds of psoriasis improvement, study finds

Tobacco smoking is negatively associated with resolution of psoriasis symptoms, according to a study published in the April issue of Tobacco Induced Diseases.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: itv.com

Young girls in the UK drinking, smoking and vaping more than boys

Girls in the UK are drinking, smoking and vaping more than boys, while England is "top of the charts" globally for child alcohol use, a major report has found.
For detail: itv.com
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: irishexaminer.com

Young girls drinking, smoking and vaping more than boys by age 15

Historically, substance use was more common among boys than girls, but the landscape is changing.
For detail: irishexaminer.com
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: georgiatoday.ge

Alcohol, e-cigarettes, cannabis: concerning trends in adolescent substance use, finds new WHO/Europe study

Alcohol is the most commonly used substance, while e-cigarettes are more popular than conventional cigarettes.
For detail: georgiatoday.ge
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: drugtargetreview.com

Uncovering the genetic and cellular impacts of smoking

Researchers from the University of Chicago have analysed over 900 samples of different human tissue types to investigate the extent of cellular and genetic damage caused by smoking.
For detail: drugtargetreview.com
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Scotland worst in world for boys smoking cannabis - report

Nearly a quarter of boys aged 15 in Scotland said they had tried the class B drug Fifteen-year-old boys in Scotland have the highest rate for smoking cannabis according to a new report from the World Health Organization (WHO).
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 25, 2024
[Vapes]

Source: bbc.com

Shop temporarily closed after selling illegal vapes

Gary Carr, the council’s strategic regulation manager, said he hoped the closure order would "serve as a warning to any shops tempted to trade in illegal products".
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Vape Tongue Explained: Why E-Cigarettes Might Dull Your Taste Buds!

If you've noticed that your favorite flavors just aren’t as vibrant as they used to be, you might be experiencing this curious condition.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Apr 24, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: us.dental-tribune.com

E-cigarette use linked with heart failure

WASHINGTON, US: In recent years, there has been an increase in studies on vaping and its link to oral and overall health.
For detail: us.dental-tribune.com
Published Apr 24, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: uicc.org

World No Tobacco Day 2024: Protecting children from tobacco industry interference

In support of World No Tobacco Day on 31 May, UICC emphasises the need to address industry tactics that target youth and oppose anti-tobacco legislation, advocates for stringent controls to curb tobacco use, and provides materials and information to get involved.
For detail: uicc.org
Published Apr 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sungazette.com

Britain’s government draws line on smoking

It’s not just a United States thing; there are smokers around the world who wish they never had taken “that first puff” of a cigarette — for health or other reasons, including the cost of continuing what many call a habit.
For detail: sungazette.com
Published Apr 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: realclearhealth.com

Call It Whatever You Want, but Tobacco Harm Reduction Saves Smokers’ Lives

At a U.S. House Oversight Committee hearing on April 11, FDA Commissioner Robert Califf testified that “tobacco harm reduction product is an industry term.
For detail: realclearhealth.com
Published Apr 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Smoking cessation among tuberculosis patients during the coronavirus disease-2019 pandemic

Smoking has been recognized as a significant risk factor for COVID-19 and mortality.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Apr 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.uci.edu

UC Irvine to lead study of how DNA genetic variations might influence nicotine addiction

“We are delving into new frontiers in brain science by exploring specific sections of DNA that do not contribute to protein production.
For detail: news.uci.edu
Published Apr 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kyoutv.com

Vape Shop Owner says new Iowa bill could shut down several tobacco stores

Vapes like these could be outlawed if this new bill gets signed by the governor and turned.
For detail: kyoutv.com
Published Apr 24, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: forbesindia.com

Is cost becoming an increasingly determining factor in quitting smoking?

As their purchasing power falls, consumers are doing everything they can to save money, which could ultimately lead to a decline in smoking.
For detail: forbesindia.com
Published Apr 24, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: csnews.com

FDA Seeks Penalties From 22 Retailers Over Sales of Unauthorized E-Cigarettes

The agency has issued more than 550  warning letters to retailers for selling unauthorized tobacco products as of April.
For detail: csnews.com
Published Apr 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Vape shop owner fined £6k for selling to children

He had pleaded guilty at Ipswich Magistrates' Court to one count of breaching the Nicotine Inhaling Products Regulations 2015.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Resident of Corby says old school town will continue to smoke

A resident living in an "old school" town where as many as 30% of people smoke cigarettes has said they do not think locals will quit the habit.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

The Impact of E-Cigarette and Vape Chemicals and Flavors on the Lungs and Brain

Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher discusses the significant effects of e-cigarette use on the heart and lungs, highlighting the associated health risks such as lung lesions, pneumonia, asthma, and seizures, primarily caused by the harmful chemicals and carcinogenic aldehydes present in the flavorants.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wsj.com

Philip Morris Reports Soaring Sales of Zyn Nicotine Pouches

Philip Morris International said it shipped 131.6 million cans of its Zyn nicotine pouches in the U.S.
For detail: wsj.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: worldvapersalliance.com

EU Health Ministers Urged to Champion Tobacco Harm Reduction

Brussels, BE, 23 April 2024 – The World Vapers’ Alliance (WVA) calls for immediate action from EU health ministers to adopt science-based tobacco harm reduction strategies amidst delays in tobacco legislation.
For detail: worldvapersalliance.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wandtv.com

Illinois lawmakers hope bill can remove illegal vaping products from gas stations, retailers

There are many Breeze vaping products people could buy from Illinois retailers, but they are not approved by the FDA.
For detail: wandtv.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: voi.id

Inpatients Due To Vape Soared 733 Percent Since 2020

JAKARTA - Inpatients due to vaping and e-cigarettes have jumped 733 percent over the past four years since 2020 in those under 20, including toddlers.
For detail: voi.id
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vaping360.com

Kazakhstan Bans Vape Sales

Kazakhstan has banned the sale and distribution of vaping products, and other Central Asian countries may be set to follow.
For detail: vaping360.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Warnings Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Kenya to Consult on New Health Warnings

Kenya’s Ministry of Health has invited the public to comment on 13 proposed large graphic warnings for tobacco products, reports The Star.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Brazil Agency Upholds Vaping Sales Ban

The board of directors for the Brazilian Health Surveillance Agency (Anvisa) voted unanimously on April 19 to maintain a ban on the sale of e-cigarettes and other vaping products, reports Brazil Reports.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

PMI Beats Estimates on Robust Smoke-Free Products Demand

Philip Morris International reported net revenues of $8.8 billion in the first quarter of 2024, up 9.7 percent on a reported basis over the comparable 2023 period.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Philip Morris Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

New President at PMFCT

Gijs Lambert Johan de Best will take over as president of Philip Morris Fortune Tobacco Co. (PMFTC) in the Philippines, succeeding Denis Gorkun who has been the company’s president since September 2019, reports The Philippine Star.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

A Defining Decade

The vaping industry has significantly changed in the 10 years since Vapor Voice started publishing.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Royal College Releases New E-cig Report

E-cigarettes represent a valuable aid in smoking cessation, but more can and should be done to reduce their appeal, availability and affordability to nonsmokers and reduce environmental harms, according to a new report by the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) in the United Kingdom.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thesun.my

Hospitalisations from vaping among children surge 733% over four years - reports

MOSCOW: Admissions to hospitals for vaping and smoking e-cigarettes have increased by 733 per cent over the past four years since 2020 in those under the age of 20, including children under the age of five, Sputnik quoted The New York Post report, citing data from NHS England.
For detail: thesun.my
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theconversation.com

UK smoking ban would have many benefits for public health

Andrew Lee has previously received research funding from the National Institute for Health Research.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: scientificamerican.com

How Ugandan Tobacco Farmers Inadvertently Spread Bat-Borne Viruses

Zoonotic diseases, or illnesses transmitted from animals to humans, account for about three quarters of new infectious diseases around the world, including some that could lead to pandemics.
For detail: scientificamerican.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

Philip Morris results beat estimates on demand for heated tobacco sticks

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 Apr 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ouhsc.edu

Smoking Cessation Before Laryngeal Cancer Treatment Improves Survival, Retention of Voice Box, Study Shows

Smoking Cessation Before Laryngeal Cancer Treatment Improves Survival, Retention of Voice Box, Study Shows In a study of patients who smoked when they were diagnosed with laryngeal cancer, those who quit smoking before starting chemotherapy or radiation responded better to treatment, were less likely to need their voice boxes surgically removed, and lived significantly longer than those who continued to smoke.
For detail: ouhsc.edu
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

Unveiling how community pharmacies aid smoking cessation efforts

A new study shows community pharmacies may play a key role in helping people quit smoking. The findings came out in the article Closing the Tobacco Treatment Gap, published in the 10th anniversary special issue of Pharmacy.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Rising costs fuel quit-smoking surge in England amid health advice dip

In a recent study published in BMJ Public Health, researchers investigate the factors that motivate smokers to quit smoking between 2018 and 2023.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Risk Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

Frequent social media use linked to increased risk of youth tobacco use

The tobacco industry has long appealed to youth through targeted marketing that glamorizes smoking with imagery of candy-flavored products, celebrity endorsements, social settings, and other enticing tactics.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Cessation]

Source: news-medical.net

Cost becomes a significant factor in smoking cessation efforts

Health concerns are still the primary motive for more than half of those who say they want to stop smoking in England, but cost is now a key factor for more than 1 in 4, finds an analysis of national survey responses, published in the open access journal BMJ Public Health.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newsday.co.tt

Witco: New vape to boost revenue

A close look at WITCO's new product, Vuse, on display at its offices in Champ Fleurs on April 17.
For detail: newsday.co.tt
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Vape rules in Spain, Portugal, Greece and other popular holiday destinations

The UK government has rolled out new restrictions on the sale and purchase of vapes in the UK, but Brits jetting off abroad should be aware that other countries are also tightening their laws.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Smoking Obsolete]

Source: nature.com

Any plan to make smoking obsolete is the right step

Cigarette smoking could become a thing of the past under a UK law, inspired by New Zealand.
For detail: nature.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

Effect of smoking status on clinical outcomes after reperfusion therapy for acute ischemic stroke

Smoking has detrimental effects on the cardiovascular system; however, some studies have reported better clinical outcomes after thrombolysis for ischemic stroke in smokers than in nonsmokers, a phenomenon known as the smoking paradox.
For detail: nature.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: moneycontrol.com

Smoking hookah more injurious than cigarettes: Karnataka HC upholds state ban

The court said the action of the state government is in strict consonance with Article 47, which allows the state to prohibit consumption of intoxicating drinks and drugs considered harmful to health, except for medicinal usage The state government had issued a notification banning hookah smoking on February 7.
For detail: moneycontrol.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Smoking cessation before laryngeal cancer treatment improves survival, retention of voice box, study shows

In a study of patients who smoked when they were diagnosed with laryngeal cancer, those who quit smoking before starting chemotherapy or radiation responded better to treatment, were less likely to need their voice boxes surgically removed, and lived significantly longer than those who continued to smoke.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: joinrelay.app

Is Vaping Okay During Pregnancy?

Most people understand that when you become pregnant, all drug use should immediately stop. Drug use of any kind has the potential to harm the infant.
For detail: joinrelay.app
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: idahopress.com

Emmett among school districts to receive funding for vape detectors

Schools and charters across Idaho will receive funding to install vape detectors in high school bathrooms and locker rooms through the Vape Detector Pilot grant.
For detail: idahopress.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: futurity.org

Community pharmacies can help people quit smoking

"Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians play a pivotal role in providing effective support for tobacco treatment and other related health issues," says Robin Corelli.
For detail: futurity.org
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

Marlboro maker Philip Morris earnings beat estimates amid demand for heated tobacco sticks

(Reuters) - Philip Morris International on Tuesday surpassed market expectations for first-quarter profit and revenue, helped by robust demand for its heated tobacco product and Zyn nicotine pouches.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: filtermag.org

To End Smoking Harms in Rwanda, Educate Health Care Providers

Tobacco has long played a significant role in the culture of Rwanda—gifted and shared, and traditionally used at weddings, though this has now reportedly declined.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dunyanews.tv

Academicians appreciate finance minister going ahead with tobacco tax reforms

ISLAMABAD (Web Desk) - As the economy is in lamentable situation, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb’s hopeful message that the country could secure $3 billion package from the International Monitory Fund (IMF) seems encouraging.
For detail: dunyanews.tv
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Cost of cigarettes encouraging smokers to quit, says study

The increasing cost of a pack of cigarettes is encouraging one in four adults in England to give up smoking tobacco, a new study suggests.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

DailyMail.com spotted Hunter Biden puffing from a vape before breaking into a coughing fit while out with friends in Malibu

Hunter Biden can't seem to kick his smoking habit, but instead of crack he's puffing on a vape.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Apr 23, 2024
[FBR Cigarette]

Source: brecorder.com

FBR seizes 1,235 packerites of cigarettes worth Rs96m

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has seized 1,235 packerites of cigarettes having approximate value of Rs 96 million during a major enforcement operation across the country.
For detail: brecorder.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: brazilreports.com

Brazil upholds ban on e-cigarette sales

São Paulo, Brazil – The board of directors for the Brazilian Health Surveillance Agency (Anvisa) voted unanimously on April 19 to maintain a ban on the sale of electronic cigarettes, known as e-cigarettes, vaporizers or “vapes.
For detail: brazilreports.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Warehouse quantities' of illegal vapes seized

An unannounced shop inspection has led to a city's biggest ever single seizure of illegal vapes by council officers.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: barrons.com

CONSUMER

The cigarette maker posted first quarter adjusted earnings of $1.50 a share, beating Wall Street’s call for $1.41.
For detail: barrons.com
Published Apr 22, 2024
[PTC Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Pakistan Advised to Reject 10-Stick Packs

Health advocates are urging the government of Pakistan to reject an application by Pakistan Tobacco Co. (PTC) for permission to pack cigarettes in cartons of 10 sticks, reports The Nation.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: timesvirginian.com

Former vape shop employee gets suspended sentenced

Ebrahim Ali-Mohammed Al-Gamli, former employee at Triangle Tobacco and Vape in Appomattox, received a 12-month suspended sentence in Appomattox County Circuit Court on April 18 for an amended misdemeanor charge of contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
For detail: timesvirginian.com
Published Apr 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theconversation.com

The UK plans to phase out smoking. What does this new law mean for tobacco control in Australia?

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 Apr 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: techtimes.com

UK Underage Vaping: 50 Children Admitted to Hospital, Calls Out Government to Take Action

A total of 50 children were admitted to hospitals in 2023 for underage vaping, with the U.K. seeing the rise of minors accessing e-cigarettes and leading to harm to their respiratory system.
For detail: techtimes.com
Published Apr 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: practicebusiness.co.uk

NEWS: Wealthier young women smoking more

As reported by BBC News. a University College London study shows an alarming rise in smoking rates among middle-class women under 45, prompting calls for targeted health interventions The percentage of women in this group who smoked rose from 12% to 15% between 2013-2023, the study estimates.
For detail: practicebusiness.co.uk
Published Apr 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: pharmeasy.in

Does Smoking Cause Hair Loss? Unveiling the Truth Backed by Science

Oxidative stress and reduced blood flow to hair follicles are the primary mechanisms causing smoking-related hair loss.
For detail: pharmeasy.in
Published Apr 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nltimes.nl

Candy & fruit flavored vapes still widely available despite ban

Vapes with flavors like mango, peach, candy floss, and cola are still widely available, despite the Netherlands banning flavored vapes and e-liquids in January.
For detail: nltimes.nl
Published Apr 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: eveningreport.nz

The UK plans to phase out smoking. What does this new law mean for tobacco control in Australia?

Recommended Sponsor Painted-Moon.
For detail: eveningreport.nz
Published Apr 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: conveniencestore.co.uk

New study highlights importance of vape flavours

‘E-cigarettes and harm reduction An evidence review’ analysed the role of e-cigerattes as an alternative to smoking, looking at trends, effectiveness, regulations and discouraging use among young people.
For detail: conveniencestore.co.uk
Published Apr 22, 2024
[FED Cigarette]

Source: brecorder.com

Govt urged to hike FED on cigarettes

ISLAMABAD: The Centre for Research and Dialogue (CRD) has asked the government to implement recommendations of international donor agencies for an increase in Federal Excise Duty (FED) on cigarettes keeping in view economic burden due rising cigarette consumption.
For detail: brecorder.com
Published Apr 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Shop name encourages child vaping - councillor

Since it opened, South Holland District Council has received concerns from members of the public over its design and name.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Cigarette prices motivating more quit attempts, study says

Getty Images A woman with red hair smoking a cigarette on the streetGetty Images The rising price of cigarettes is motivating more people - one in four adults in England - to give up smoking, research suggests.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: astanatimes.com

Kazakhstan Bans Vape to Protect Nation’s Health

“The law establishes a ban on the sale and distribution of non-smoking tobacco products, vapes, flavors and liquids for them, as well as their advertising,” according to the Akorda.
For detail: astanatimes.com
Published Apr 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Number attempting to quit vaping doubles, Quitline data shows

Ella* started vaping in July 2023 to help her quit cigarettes. She didn’t intend to replace one habit with another, but she also wanted to save money.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Apr 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Elfbar: Vape firm claims it will survive UK disposable ban

Rex/Shutterstock A group of young girls vapingRex/Shutterstock The company behind two of the UK's most popular vape brands says new reusable versions leave it "well-equipped" to deal with the upcoming ban on disposables, despite concerns over producers exploiting "loopholes".
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

The Impoverishing Effect of Tobacco Use in Indonesia

Background: Smoking households in Indonesia diverted a significant share of their budget to tobacco.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Apr 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: hcplive.com

Approaches to Promote Health Behavior Change and Smoking Cessation, with Hasmeena Kathuria, MD

In this Q&A, Kathuria explains the current state of smoking cessation programs and how health care providers can help patients combat their tobacco dependence.
For detail: hcplive.com
Published Apr 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

20 Countries that Export the Most Tobacco in the World

In this article, we are going to discuss the 20 countries that export the most tobacco in the world.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Apr 20, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: deccanherald.com

Warning: Banning smoking can endanger your political health

In arguments about the merits of restricting smoking, libertarians lose hands down.
For detail: deccanherald.com
Published Apr 20, 2024
[FBR Cigarette]

Source: app.com.pk

FBR conducts crackdown against illegal cigarettes sellers in Haripur and Havelian

ABBOTTABAD, Apr 20 (APP):Despite adverse weather conditions on Saturday, the Regional Tax Office (RTO) squad in Abbottabad has initiated a crackdown against illegal cigarettes sellers in the Hazara division.
For detail: app.com.pk
Published Apr 19, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: urdupoint.com

Royal College Of Physicians Urges Tighter E-cigarette Regulations

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 19th Apr, 2024) Royal College of Physicians highlights E-cigarettes as a tool for reducing tobacco harm and calls for tighter regulations to protect non-smokers, particularly young people.
For detail: urdupoint.com
Published Apr 19, 2024
[FBR Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

PMI Urges Action Against Illicit Trade

Philip Morris Pakistan Limited (PMPKL) has urged action against the growing presence of tax-avoiding products on the country’s tobacco market, reports The Express Tribune In a media briefing, PMPKL Head of Communications Andleeb Uroos Ahmed said the company’s income had plunged by 86 percent in 2023.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 19, 2024
[Smoking Ban]

Source: theguardian.com

The UK’s smoking ban is government meddling at its worst and most pointless

Tobacco is already on its way out. The state should not deny adults the right to make personal decisions for themselves Just because Liz Truss and Boris Johnson – both opposed to the government’s proposed new smoking ban – hold a belief does not make it wrong.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Apr 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

How New Zealand’s smoking ban got stubbed out

When New Zealand announced its world-first law to ban smoking for future generations it was widely hailed as a life-saving plan that would prevent thousands of smoking-related deaths, flatten out inequities in healthcare and save the economy billions of dollars.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Apr 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.northeastern.edu

The UK wants to ban the next generation from smoking. Will it work?

LONDON — Ministers from governments on both sides of the political debate have introduced measure after measure designed to make smoking less attractive.
For detail: news.northeastern.edu
Published Apr 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nature.com

EBD spotlight: The impact of vaping on the oral microbiome

‘Is there a significant difference in the oral microbiome in vapers vs non-vapers?' was published in Evidence-Based Dentistry in 2024.
For detail: nature.com
Published Apr 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: health.ucdavis.edu

New study confirms community pharmacies can help people quit smoking

The findings came out in the article Closing the Tobacco Treatment Gap, published in the 10th anniversary special issue of Pharmacy.
For detail: health.ucdavis.edu
Published Apr 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: benarnews.org

Vapes hide dangers through sweet flavors to lure children, Thai govt says

“Kat,” a Thai chain smoker hooked on traditional smokes since she was a teen, is hoping e-cigarettes will help her kick the habit.
For detail: benarnews.org
Published Apr 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc.net.au

States back vaping bans, urging federal parliament to act

State and territory governments have expressed support for the federal government's attempt to crack down on non-therapeutic vaping.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Apr 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

Smoking among middle-class women in England up by 25% in 10 years

The number of younger middle-class women who smoke has jumped 25% over the past decade, according to research.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Apr 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theconversation.com

The tragedy of sudden unexpected infant deaths

Fern R. Hauck receives funding from NIH. She is affiliated with American Academy of Pediatrics Task Force on SIDS.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Apr 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Give child vapers nicotine patches to break addiction

Vaping is a dependency issue, with young people needing support to quit, says Public Health Wales Disgarded vapes in a Lidl recycling bin in London on May 4, 2023 Children addicted to vaping should be given nicotine patches or gum to help them break their addiction, public health officials have said.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Apr 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rstreet.org

The FDA-CTP must repair their regulatory process to solve the illicit ENDS problem

In the past week, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Robert Califf has been questioned twice by the U.
For detail: rstreet.org
Published Apr 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: republicasiamedia.com

The ‘smoking’ problem of vape and e-cigarette among today’s youth

Vapes, e-cigarettes. Many have their reasons for doing so, others, to quit actual things, others for the environment, and others say its a better option.
For detail: republicasiamedia.com
Published Apr 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: rcplondon.ac.uk

RCP calls for regulations to protect children and young people from vaping

The RCP’s new report says more should be done to reduce the appeal and availability of e-cigarettes to children and young people.
For detail: rcplondon.ac.uk
Published Apr 18, 2024
[FBR FED Cigarette]

Source: propakistani.pk

Philip Morris Urges Govt to Take Stern Action to Tackle Prevalence of Illicit Cigarettes

Philip Morris Pakistan Limited (PMPK) has underscored the urgency for immediate measures to tackle the escalating presence of low-priced non-tax-paid cigarettes, which has resulted in a loss of a level playing field and a significant decline in volumes within the legitimate tobacco sector.
For detail: propakistani.pk
Published Apr 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Awareness of tobacco industry tactics among tobacco control communities in Thailand and its association with attitudes towards tobacco industry and perceptions of e-cigarettes

Background: Tobacco industry denormalisation is a key strategy recommended by the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control as it is associated with reducing smoking behaviours and positively influencing public and policymakers' opinion towards tobacco control.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Apr 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: campussafetymagazine.com

Addressing the School E-Cigarette and Vaping Epidemic

Vaping and e-cigarette use threatens student health and academic achievement and is draining precious school resources.
For detail: campussafetymagazine.com
Published Apr 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Vaping: Give addicted kids nicotine patches, says report

Children vaping needs to be dealt with as a dependency issue, with support offered, rather than an act of misconduct, say health officials.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 17, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: vietnamlawmagazine.vn

E-cigarettes to be regulated as tobacco product

Many ministries and sectors affirmed that heated cigarettes are a tobacco product and therefore fall under the Law on Prevention and Control of Harmful Effects of Tobacco based on legal documents applied since 2012.
For detail: vietnamlawmagazine.vn
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: universitystar.com

Recent health concerns over e-cigarette use spawns a debate over legal action against vaping

Recent deaths related to e-cigarette products opened the door for Texas State health professionals to share concerns as well as nationwide proposals for legal action.
For detail: universitystar.com
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: uab.edu

Nicking nicotine: how and why to quit smoking

Stream Tobacco cessationThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention categorizes nicotine as a chemical compound that is highly addictive.
For detail: uab.edu
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: researchprofessionalnews.com

Science minister’s vote against smoking ban ‘hard to believe’

Researchers question Andrew Griffith’s “strange” decision to vote against government on phase-out of tobacco The decision by science minister Andrew Griffith to vote against plans to introduce a generational ban on smoking has been branded “strange” and “hard to believe” by researchers.
For detail: researchprofessionalnews.com
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: parliament.uk

Tobacco and Vaping Bill: call for evidence

Do you have relevant expertise and experience or a special interest in the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which is currently passing through Parliament? If so, you can submit your views in writing to the House of Commons Public Bill Committee which is going to consider this Bill.
For detail: parliament.uk
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: pakobserver.net

Pakistan’s science disconnect in smoking control

The prevalence of cigarette smoking remains a pressing issue in Pakistan, resulting in over 160,000 deaths annually.
For detail: pakobserver.net
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

Smoking bans are coming: what does the evidence say?

Smoking rates have declined globally over the past few decades.
For detail: nature.com
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: londonlovesbusiness.com

Swedish ‘snus tax’ is a game changer in tobacco harm reduction policies

International harm reduction experts have commended the Swedish government for keeping to their promise and announcing a date for reducing tax on alternative nicotine products.
For detail: londonlovesbusiness.com
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: lemonde.fr

The UK wants to permanently ban cigarette sales to people born after 2009

The measure, championed by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and supported by Labour, has divided the Conservative ranks, with some denouncing a plan that 'infantilizes people.
For detail: lemonde.fr
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: jurist.org

UK Parliament advances proposed smoking ban

The UK House of Commons voted Tuesday to advance the “Tobacco and Vapes Bill” that would make it illegal for anyone born in 2009 or later to buy tobacco and add restrictions to vaping.
For detail: jurist.org
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: gov.uk

Tobacco and Vapes Bill: second reading

Statement to Parliament from Health Minister, Andrea Leadsom, at the second reading of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
For detail: gov.uk
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: edition.cnn.com

Opinion: The UK just moved a step closer to banning smoking. Here’s the sticking point

British MPs have backed a proposed bill banning anyone born on or after January 1, 2009, from buying tobacco.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbsnews.com

U.K. lawmakers back anti-smoking bill, moving step closer to a future ban on all tobacco sales

London — U.K. lawmakers have voted decisively in favor of legislation aimed at eventually banning smoking in Britain.
For detail: cbsnews.com
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bylinetimes.com

The Big Tobacco Linked Conservative MPs Opposing the Smoking Ban

The tobacco and vaping industries have provided extensive hospitality to MPs as part of their bid to oppose the Government’s planned smoking ban Dozens of Conservative MPs on Tuesday voted against the Government’s plans to impose a smoking ban across the country.
For detail: bylinetimes.com
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bloomberg.com

Smoking Bans and ‘Smoke-Free’ Vapes: The Debate Over Tobacco’s Future

As rates of smoking decline worldwide, and some countries even try to ban it, tobacco companies have found other ways to make money by satisfying people’s hankering for nicotine, the addictive stimulant found in tobacco.
For detail: bloomberg.com
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

School pupils hospitalised 'after vaping'

Two teenaged school pupils who became unwell after reportedly vaping were taken to hospital for treatment.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.co.uk

Smoking ban for people born after 2009 backed by MPs

It means people who were born in 2009 and the years following won't ever be able to legally buy cigarettes in the UK if the bill becomes law.
For detail: bbc.co.uk
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: apnews.com

UK lawmakers back landmark bill to gradually phase out smoking for good

A woman smokes on a street, in London, Tuesday, April 16, 2024. A bold plan to ban anyone born after 2008 from ever legally buying cigarettes in Britain faces its first test in Parliament.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Apr 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: aljazeera.com

UK set to ban tobacco sales for a ‘smoke-free’ generation. Will it work?

The UK’s smoking ban aims to phase out sales of tobacco, which is one of the main causes of cancer deaths in Britain.
For detail: aljazeera.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: web.musc.edu

Tobacco researchers suggest healthcare providers talk with adult patients who smoke about relative risks of tobacco products, including e-cigarettes

Tracy Smith, Ph.D., and Benjamin Toll, Ph.D., say e-cigarettes could be a tool for adults who smoke combustible cigarettes who have been unable to quit using FDA-approved medications.
For detail: web.musc.edu
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

PMI Eyes Philippines Leaf for Smoke-Free

Philip Morris International may start using Philippine tobacco in its smoke-free products following the expansion of a factory operated by a local affiliate, reports The Philippine Star.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Britain’s Generation Ban Passes First Vote

Lawmakers approved British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s plan to ban anyone aged 15 and under from ever buying cigarettes despite opposition from some prominent members of his Conservative party, reports Reuters.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: time.com

The U.K. Advances Bill that Would Create World’s Only Generational Smoking Ban

The U.K. House of Commons voted Tuesday to advance the “Tobacco and Vapes Bill” that would make it illegal for anyone born in 2009 or beyond to buy tobacco and add restrictions to vaping.
For detail: time.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

What is Rishi Sunak’s anti-smoking bill and will it pass?

Health leaders have welcomed plan to create smoke-free generation – but PM is facing trouble from some Tory MPs Rishi Sunak’s tobacco and vapes bill aims to create the UK’s first smoke-free generation, in a landmark public health intervention.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

This new bill could wipe out smoking and vaping

Addiction to smoking traps then slowly disables and kills thousands of our fellow citizens, especially the most vulnerable.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theconversation.com

Pharmacists should be able to dispense nicotine vapes without a prescription. Here’s why

The Australian government is currently considering a bill to implement the next stage of reforms to vaping regulation.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

What is Rishi Sunak’s smoking ban and who will it affect?

Anyone born on or after Jan 1 2009 will be unable to buy cigarettes if plans become law Prime Minister Rishi Sunak during a visit to a school near Boston, England, in November 2023 Rishi Sunak’s flagship smoking ban passed its first hurdle in the Commons on Tuesday, despite nearly half of Tory MPs failing to support the legislation.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: reuters.com

Italy's Turin orders outdoor smokers to keep their distance

Item 1 of 2 A man smokes a cigarette in front of the Quirinale presidential palace as the voting to elect the country's new President continues, in Rome, Italy January 28, 2022.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ndtv.com

UK Parliament To Debate Law Phasing Out Smoking

The law would ban the selling of tobacco products to anyone born after January 1, 2009 - effectively raising the smoking age by a year each year until it applies to the whole population.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: miragenews.com

MPs Voting on Bill for Smokefree Generation Landmark

MPs will vote today (16th April 2024) on world-leading legislation to protect future generations across the UK from the harmful effects of smoking.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Health care providers should talk with adult smokers about relative risks of tobacco products, including e-cigarettes

Health care providers who are working with adult patients struggling to stop smoking should consider discussing e-cigarettes as a potential tool if they've already tried FDA-approved medications, say tobacco researchers with MUSC Hollings Cancer Center.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: japantimes.co.jp

Japan study shows link between passive smoking and lung cancer

Secondhand smoke induces the cancerous mutation of genes that are different from those affected among active smokers, increasing the risk of lung cancer among nonsmokers, according to a recent study by the National Cancer Center Japan.
For detail: japantimes.co.jp
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: hsph.harvard.edu

Zyn pouches safer than smoking, but still pose risks

April 16, 2024 – Zyn pouches—nicotine pouches that people use by placing them in their mouths— may help adult smokers quit, but they could also unintentionally encourage young people to start using a nicotine product, according to Harvard T.H.
For detail: hsph.harvard.edu
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gov.uk

MPs to vote on landmark bill to create smokefree generation

MPs to vote on legislation to create first smokefree generation, protecting young people turning 15 this year or younger from harms of smoking.
For detail: gov.uk
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: gov.uk

Senior nurses & midwives call for action on smoking and vaping

The Chief Nursing Officers and Senior Midwives of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have spoken out in support of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
For detail: gov.uk
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: forbes.com

U.K. House Passes Bill Banning Tobacco Sales For Life For Those Born After 2009: What To Know

The U.K.’s House of Commons approved a bill on Tuesday that will ban tobacco sales for anyone born in 2009 or later, a policy pushed by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, who hopes to create a “smoke-free generation” in Britain despite opposition from conservatives.
For detail: forbes.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[FCTC Vaping]

Source: filtermag.org

Vapes Seem to Have Become More Effective as Smoking Cessation Tools

People in the United States have become increasingly likely to find that nicotine vapes help them quit cigarettes, according to new research.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dutchnews.nl

Doctors again call for action on vapes to stop kids smoking

Since last October at least four children have been hospitalized with serious lung problems after using vapes to excess, according to child medicine association NVK.
For detail: dutchnews.nl
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: csmonitor.com

No Brit born after 2009 will ever be able to smoke legally, if bill passes

Britain’s Prime Minister Rishi Sunak hopes to pass a youth smoking ban along in a show of bipartisanship.
For detail: csmonitor.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: committees.parliament.uk

Committee Chair urges fellow MPs to back legislation to limit smoking

Ahead of today’s Second Reading of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill (Tues 16 April), Steve Brine MP, Chair of the Health and Social Care Committee said: “Later today I’ll be urging my fellow MPs to support this Bill to save lives and create a smokefree generation.
For detail: committees.parliament.uk
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Smoking Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

MP says she is 'ashamed' she began smoking aged 12

Laura Farris, who represents Newbury, said in an LBC interview with Nick Ferrari that it is one of her "biggest regrets" and she would be voting with “great enthusiasm” in favour of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Smoking Ban Stop]

Source: bbc.com

MPs to vote on smoking ban for those born after 2009

Plans to stop young people born since 2009 ever smoking are being debated and will be voted on later.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Smoking Ban]

Source: bbc.com

MPs back smoking ban for those born after 2009

MPs have backed a plan to ban anyone born after 2009 from buying cigarettes, effectively ensuring it will become law.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

What is the UK smoking ban, how will it work and when will it start?

On Tuesday, MPs are debating the government's plans to create a "smoke-free generation", and avoid almost half a million deaths by the end of the century.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: timesca.com

Uzbekistan Proposes Ban on E-Cigarettes

Uzbekistan is drafting a law banning the import, sale and production of electronic cigarettes and tobacco heating systems.
For detail: timesca.com
Published Apr 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Tobacco firms lobbying MPs to derail smoking phase-out, charity warns

Exclusive: Tactics include proposals to raise smoking age to avoid outright ban, and exemptions for cigars, says Cancer Research UK chief Tobacco firms are lobbying MPs and peers in an effort to derail Rishi Sunak’s flagship policy to phase out smoking, the head of Britain’s biggest cancer charity has said.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Apr 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theglobeandmail.com

The provinces’ negotiations with Big Tobacco have dragged on for far too long

The future of Canada’s tobacco industry is being decided behind closed doors in a historic mediation between Big Tobacco and provincial governments – a process which entered its sixth year in March and is potentially worth hundreds of billions of dollars.
For detail: theglobeandmail.com
Published Apr 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: straitstimes.com

Vaping among youth in Singapore: The real damage it is doing to their bodies

SINGAPORE – Doctors treating respiratory issues are not always aware if their patients have been vaping.
For detail: straitstimes.com
Published Apr 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sciencealert.com

Massive Study Links Vaping to a Much Higher Risk of Heart Failure

In the summer of 2019, an outbreak hit America. More than 2,800 people were hospitalized and 68 people died, US health authorities reported.
For detail: sciencealert.com
Published Apr 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: rstreet.org

Georgia stands out as maverick on harm reduction policies

If you want principled consistency, then it’s generally best not to look to the government.
For detail: rstreet.org
Published Apr 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: racgp.org.au

Former GP calls for schools to adopt ‘vaping areas’

Allocating nicotine-addicted children a space to vape is ‘compassionate and pragmatic’ a NSW inquiry heard, but the idea has already proved divisive.
For detail: racgp.org.au
Published Apr 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kentuckylantern.com

Tobacco control comes up short in state budget, while anti-vaping law could increase smoking

Kentucky has one of the nation’s highest rates of new lung cancer cases. Cigarette smoking is linked to 80% to 90% of lung cancer deaths, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
For detail: kentuckylantern.com
Published Apr 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: jpost.com

Philip Morris: Innovating a smoke-free future

Cigarette smoking is one of humanity’s biggest killers. More people die from the effects of smoking than from any other cause.
For detail: jpost.com
Published Apr 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: fda.gov

FDA Denies Marketing for 65 “MNGO Disposable Stick” E-Cigarettes

On April 15, FDA issued marketing denial orders (MDOs) to Shenzhen Yibo Technology Co.
For detail: fda.gov
Published Apr 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dallasnews.com

New vaping law lands hundreds of North Texas students in alternative school

More than one in 10 high school students in Texas reported using e-cigarettes in the past 30 days in 2021, according to statewide survey data.
For detail: dallasnews.com
Published Apr 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: blog.gov.uk

Creating a smokefree generation and tackling youth vaping: what you need to know

The Prime Minister has set out plans to build a better and brighter future for our children.
For detail: blog.gov.uk
Published Apr 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Uzbekistan Plans to Ban Heated Tobacco, Vapes

The Ministry of Health in Uzbekistan has proposed a ban on the circulation of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) products, e-liquids and heated tobacco products, Trend reports.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 13, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: zeenews.india.com

How E-Cigarette Ban Affects Tobacco Use And Public Health? Know All About It

The widespread use, particularly in the form of smoking beedi and chewing tobacco, has raised significant concerns for public health in India.
For detail: zeenews.india.com
Published Apr 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Vaping Additives Harm Lung Membrane: Study

The e-cigarette additive tocopherol—an organic compound better known as vitamin E—and tocopherol acetate can damage the lungs, according to two Concordia University researchers writing in Langmuir.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Spain Approves Anti-Smoking Plan

Spain has approved a new anti-smoking plan that will expand the number of places where smoking is prohibited, implement a sharp increase in tobacco taxes and place vapers in the same category as conventional smokers as “deterrent” measures, according to Eurasia Review.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tctmd.com

Vaping Linked to Higher Risk of HFpEF, NIH Data Show

ATLANTA, GA—The health consequences of e-cigarettes may extend to increasing the risk of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), new data suggest.
For detail: tctmd.com
Published Apr 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: shawlocal.com

Loughran Cappel passes measure to ban shipping of e-cigarettes

State Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel’s measure to prohibit e-cigarettes from being shipped to anyone in the state has passed the Senate and is headed to the House for further consideration.
For detail: shawlocal.com
Published Apr 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: openaccessgovernment.org

Is the Disposable Vape ban saving the NHS from another health epidemic?

While we have not yet seen the full health impact of continuous vape usage, the new UK Disposable Vape Ban may be a welcome first step in limiting the impact of what many believe could have become the next health crisis The UK Government recently announced its plan to ban disposable vapes to protect children’s health and tackle the significant rise of vaping among young people1.
For detail: openaccessgovernment.org
Published Apr 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: npr.org

Parents, it's time to talk to your child about vaping

If you have an older kid or a teenager, it's likely they will encounter e-cigarettes at some point.
For detail: npr.org
Published Apr 12, 2024
[Child Vaping]

Source: npr.org

< Parents, it's time to talk to your child about vaping

SEGARRA: Hey everybody. It's Marielle. Today we're going to talk about tobacco products, vaping and teenagers.
For detail: npr.org
Published Apr 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Concern over vape shops which also sell toys

Some parents said shops should not be allowed to sell vapes, toys and sweets in the same premises, claiming it could encourage children to start vaping.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vaping360.com

Canada Relaunches Plan to Ban Most Vape Flavors

Canada is on the verge of banning most vape flavors and forcing manufacturers to reformulate existing allowed flavors using only a short list of ingredients approved by Health Canada.
For detail: vaping360.com
Published Apr 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Kyrgyzstan Proposes Ban on Vapes

Shairbek Tashiev, Member of Parliament in Kyrgyzstan, has initiated a bill that would amend the Code of Offenses and the Criminal Code to protect citizens’ health from tobacco and nicotine consumption and exposure to smoke, reports the AKIPress News Agency.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: health.com

Study: E-Cigarette Use Associated with Higher Risk of Heart Failure

Nicotine causes arteries to stiffen and blood pressure to rise, both of which put strain on the cardiovascular system.
For detail: health.com
Published Apr 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wowt.com

Discussions regarding tobacco tax increase could bring impacts to Nebraska

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) -The current tobacco tax increase could impact Nebraska economically and health wise as well.
For detail: wowt.com
Published Apr 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: usatoday.com

Are Zyn pouches bad for you? What experts want you to know

Sen. Chuck Schumer issued a warning about them.
For detail: usatoday.com
Published Apr 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Brazil Urged to Embrace Harm Reduction

Photo: Taco Tuinstra Brazil could prevent almost 1.4 million premature deaths—equivalent to the population of Porto Alegre—by implementing Sweden’s tobacco harm reduction (THR) strategy, according to a new report to be presented in Brasilia by Smoke Free Sweden today.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: euronews.com

Fact-check: Will smoking keep you thin?

The worry of gaining weight is a common excuse for smokers not to quit. The Cube takes a look at a new study which found that both starting smoking and liftetime smoking may increase abdominal fat.
For detail: euronews.com
Published Apr 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: caltech.edu

Henry Lester Receives Langley Award for Basic Research on Nicotine and Tobacco

Professor of Biology Henry Lester has been named the 2024 recipient of the Langley Award for Basic Research on Nicotine and Tobacco from the Society for Research on Nicotine & Tobacco (SRNT).
For detail: caltech.edu
Published Apr 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vapingpost.com

Canada’s Nicotine Pouches’ Regulatory Disaster

Canada's approach to nicotine pouches (NPs), deemed an essential harm reduction tool, has been chaotic and detrimental, ultimately impacting smokers.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Apr 09, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Qnovia Expands Scientific Board

Qnovia has appointed four new members to its scientific advisory board (SAB). The new members are Neal Benowitz, professor at the University of California at San Francisco, Ian M.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tameside.gov.uk

Shop owner fined for sale and supply of illicit tobacco

We and our store and/or access information on a device, such as cookies and process personal data, such as unique identifiers and standard information sent by a device for personalised advertising and content, advertising and content measurement, audience research and services development.
For detail: tameside.gov.uk
Published Apr 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: npr.org

Young adults who started vaping as teens still can't shake the habit

G Kumar's vaping addiction peaked in college at the University of Colorado, when flavored, disposable vapes were taking off.
For detail: npr.org
Published Apr 09, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: financialexpress.com

Enjoy vaping? You may be at higher risk of seizures within 24 hours of consumption

The American Lung Association maintains that e-cigarettes produce several dangerous chemicals including acetaldehyde, acrolein, and formaldehyde.
For detail: financialexpress.com
Published Apr 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: casaa.org

Vermont Governor Vetoes Vaping Bill and More! Tobacco Harm Reduction News

Governor Phil Scott vetoed a bill that would have banned vaping flavors. Ohio health director “blames” Big Tobacco for more people vaping instead of smoking.
For detail: casaa.org
Published Apr 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bloomberg.com

Imperial Brands Says Tobacco Profit Ahead of Last Year

Imperial Brands Plc, the maker of John Player Special cigarettes in the UK, said that first-half profit at its tobacco business will be ahead of last year despite increased regulation across the industry.
For detail: bloomberg.com
Published Apr 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Pakistan Tobacco Firm Protests ‘Illegal’ Raid

Pakistan’s Walton Tobacco Co. has called on the Azad Jammu and Kashmir government to reopen the company’s offices, alleging that the company has been illegally sealed before Eid-ul-Fiter, the Muslims’ largest religious festival, reports Business Recorder.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 08, 2024
[FDA Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

FDA Chief to be Grilled

Robert Califf (Photo: FDA) The U.S. House Oversight and Accountability Committee will question U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Navigating the Fog

In the face of growing concerns about public health, the expansion of the illicit market, and the persistent inaction of the Health Agency in assuming its regulatory responsibilities, the Federal Senate of Brazil has taken matters into its own hands with a bill for the regulation of electronic cigarettes in the country.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 08, 2024
[Ban Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Nepal to Ban Vapes as ‘Tobacco’ Use Spikes

Nepal is poised to ban e-cigarettes, according to Bhakta Bahadur KC, information officer at the National Health Education, Information and Communication Center, reports MyRepublica.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scitechdaily.com

Teenage E-Cigarette Use Linked to Frequent Headaches

Recent research has identified irregular meal patterns and e-cigarette use as significant factors increasing the risk of frequent headaches among children and teens.
For detail: scitechdaily.com
Published Apr 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: e.vnexpress.net

Thailand cracks down on e-cigarettes at schools

Thee Pawangkanan, deputy secretary-general of Obec, said the government is concerned that students aged 13–15 are increasingly using e-cigarettes.
For detail: e.vnexpress.net
Published Apr 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wtop.com

Maryland bumps up tax on tobacco products

The phrase “smoke ’em if you got ’em” dates back to World War II, but Maryland is increasing taxes on tobacco products, which might make it harder to do either.
For detail: wtop.com
Published Apr 07, 2024
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]

Source: daily-sun.com

Breaking the Cycle: Time to Consider Tobacco Harm Reduction Seriously

Over the past decade, there has been considerable progress in public health regarding innovations in tobacco-related products, particularly with the introduction of reduced-risk alternatives such as e-cigarettes, which Public Health England considers 95% less harmful than regular cigarettes.
For detail: daily-sun.com
Published Apr 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gov.uk

One month until the end of tobacco displays

On 6 April, all large shops in England will need to hide tobacco products from view in a drive to cut the number of smokers and protect young… On 6 April, all large shops in England will need to hide tobacco products from view in a drive to cut the number of smokers and protect young people, who are often the target of tobacco promotion.
For detail: gov.uk
Published Apr 05, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

WHO Urged to Embrace Nicotine Alternatives

The World Health Organization should embrace safer alternatives to cigarettes in order to save 100 million lives that will otherwise be lost to smoking, according to Derek Yach, a global health consultant who led the WHO’s Tobacco Free Initiative during development of the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control was previously president and founder of the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

U.S. Vape Market Tops $2.67 Billion

The combined sales of cartridge-based and disposable e-cigarette products to U.S. consumers by nine leading manufacturers increased by approximately $370 million between 2020 and 2021, while the total topped $2.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thecut.com

The Moms Who Smoke in Secret

This article was featured in One Great Story, New York’s reading recommendation newsletter. Sign up here to get it nightly.
For detail: thecut.com
Published Apr 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: convenience.org

New York City Mayor Announces Lawsuit for Illegal Distribution of E-Cigarettes

New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Corporation Counsel Sylvia O.
For detail: convenience.org
Published Apr 05, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: citizen.co.za

Why is parliament dragging its feet with the Tobacco Bill?

The Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill was approved to go to cabinet in 2022, but has not been passed.
For detail: citizen.co.za
Published Apr 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: blog.ucsusa.org

How Tobacco Companies Created the Disinformation Playbook

In this current age, a meme on Facebook, a video on TikTok, or a comment thread on Reddit can have substantial influence over people’s views and perspectives.
For detail: blog.ucsusa.org
Published Apr 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

South Korea to ‘Refresh’ Graphic Warnings

The new warning pictures and phrases, the fifth approved set under the National Health Promotion Act, will be applied Dec.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 04, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: socialeurope.eu

Protecting EU health policy from tobacco lobbying

The European Commission should minimise meetings with the tobacco industry, publicise and fully minute them.
For detail: socialeurope.eu
Published Apr 04, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: silive.com

NYC announces lawsuit against 11 wholesalers linked to illegal sale of flavored disposable e-cigarettes

Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Corporation Counsel Sylvia O.
For detail: silive.com
Published Apr 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rstreet.org

Progressives’ Deadly Hypocrisy on ‘Harm Reduction’

It’s an often-told story, but America’s experiment with alcohol Prohibition was a disaster. Yes, alcohol use fell for a while, but it climbed back to existing levels by the end of the national nightmare.
For detail: rstreet.org
Published Apr 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

Concordia researchers link vaping additives to lung damage

The health risks associated with consumption of tobacco and cannabis products are well-established by now.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Apr 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: alaskabeacon.com

E-cigarette tax would help reduce risk for Alaska consumers — especially teenagers

A collection of electronic cigarette products confiscated at various schools is seen on Tuesday in the state capitol.
For detail: alaskabeacon.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wypr.org

Maryland budget deal would increase vehicle fees, tobacco tax

Maryland lawmakers reached a deal on the next state budget that will hit residents when they register their cars or buy nicotine products, but does not include a broad-based tax increase.
For detail: wypr.org
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: washingtonpost.com

Maryland Democrats increase tobacco tax, vehicle fees in budget deal

Del. Ben Barnes (D-Prince George's), who chairs the Maryland House Appropriations Committee, speaks in support of legislation for Maryland's next fiscal year during a debate on March 21.
For detail: washingtonpost.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Sampoerna Opens Third-Party Factory

Sampoerna opened a new third-party operator (TPO) factory for hand-rolled kretek cigarettes (SKT) in Jaten, Central Java, Indonesia, on March 27.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Russia Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Contraband Crackdown to Boost Russian Budget

Recent measures to strengthen control over the tobacco market could significantly boost Russia’s budget, reports Interfax, citing comments by Finance Minister Anton Siluanov.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Quit Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Vapers Now More Likely to Quit Cigarettes

Smokers who switch to e-cigarettes are now more likely to stop smoking regular cigarettes, according to a new paper published by Oxford University Press in Nicotine & Tobacco Research.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Limits Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

EU Lifts Limits on Cross-Border Cigarette Purchases

European Union countries lifted the limit on cigarette purchases from other member states on March 29, in line with EU requirement, reports The Connexion.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

EU Lifts Limits on Internal Cigarette Purchases

European Union countries lifted the limit on cigarette purchases from other member states on March 29, in line with EU requirement, reports The Connexion.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

Gov. Scott Sides with Big Tobacco Over Vermont Kids by Vetoing Bill to End Flavored Tobacco Sales

WASHINGTON, D.C. – It is deeply disappointing that Gov.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: techtimes.com

E-Cigarette Users Are More Likely to End Traditional Smoking, Study Claims

A recent study suggests that individuals who switch from traditional cigarettes to electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are more inclined to end smoking combustible cigarettes, as reported by the Oxford University Press.
For detail: techtimes.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Tobacco companies using Tiktok to target young people - researcher

Tobacco companies are using Tiktok to target advertising for illegal products to young people, a public health researcher says.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pakobserver.net

Health activists want tax increase on tobacco to combat smoking

ISLAMABAD – Health activists, through a press release by the Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC), have called for the government to prioritize health and economic agendas by increasing taxes on cigarettes.
For detail: pakobserver.net
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: odt.co.nz

Tobacco companies using Tiktok to target young: Otago researcher

Tobacco companies are using Tiktok to target advertising for illegal products to young people, a public health researcher says.
For detail: odt.co.nz
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: observerbd.com

Higher taxation on tobacco demanded to prevent death

facebook sharing buttontwitter sharing buttonlinkedin sharing buttonblogger sharing buttonpinterest sharing buttonemail sharing buttonsharethis sharing button Higher taxation on tobacco demanded to prevent death.
For detail: observerbd.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Policy Tobacco]

Source: observerbd.com

Tobacco firms should be punished for breaching MRP policy

facebook sharing buttontwitter sharing buttonlinkedin sharing buttonblogger sharing buttonpinterest sharing buttonemail sharing buttonsharethis sharing button Tobacco firms should be punished for breaching MRP policy.
For detail: observerbd.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Lung cancer rates not declining as expected despite decrease in smoking

Despite the fact that the number of people who smoke has decreased very sharply in Sweden, the number of cases of lung cancer in the population is not decreasing as much as expected.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Vaping may cause substantially higher risk of heart failure, study finds

Vaping may cause a “substantial” increase in the risk of heart failure, scientists have found.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

National prevalence of smoking among adolescents at tobacco tax increase and COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea, 2005–2022

Prior research has predominantly focused on the overall effects of the tobacco tax increase and the COVID-19 pandemic on adolescent smoking behavior.
For detail: nature.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

National prevalence of smoking among adolescents at tobacco tax increase and COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea, 2005–2022

Prior research has predominantly focused on the overall effects of the tobacco tax increase and the COVID-19 pandemic on adolescent smoking behavior.
For detail: nature.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: moroccoworldnews.com

Study Reveals 12% of Moroccan Youth Have Experimented With E-Cigarettes

According to Moroccan researcher Tayeb Hamdi, 60% of teenagers start using e-cigarettes after the age of fourteen.
For detail: moroccoworldnews.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Study finds e-cigarette users now more likely to quit traditional cigarettes

A new paper in Nicotine & Tobacco Research finds that smokers who switch to electronic cigarettes are now more likely to stop smoking regular cigarettes.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medianews4u.com

Bhaichung Bhutia to support the cause of Mothers Against Vaping

Mumbai: I ‘Mothers Against Vaping’ today announced that former football player Bhaichung Bhutia will be supporting their critical cause.
For detail: medianews4u.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: lex18.com

Vaping linked to 19% higher risk of heart failure, study finds

According to a new study published by the American College of Cardiology, researchers analyzed data from a larger study that examined the link between e-cigarette use and new cases of heart failure, and found that among 175,667 participants, those who had used e-cigarettes were 19% more likely to develop heart failure.
For detail: lex18.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kltv.com

Lindale takes step towards ending underage smoking, vaping

LINDALE, Texas (KLTV) - The Lindale City Council passed an ordinance on Tuesday night that will not allow any future vape or tobacco shops to open within 1,000 feet of a school, church, park or daycare.
For detail: kltv.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Vaping E-Cigarette]

Source: independent.co.uk

Doctors reveal what vaping can do to your heart

Vaping may cause a “substantial” increase in the risk of heart failure, new research has suggested.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Apr 03, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: independent.co.uk

Doctors warn vaping may increase the risk of heart failure

A man using a disposable vape Vaping may cause a “substantial” increase in the risk of heart failure, new research has suggested.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Apr 03, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: ftc.gov

FTC Issues Third Report on E-Cigarette Advertising and Sales in the U.S.

The Federal Trade Commission today issued its third report on e-cigarette sales and advertising nationwide, which shows that the combined sales of cartridge-based and disposable e-cigarette products to U.
For detail: ftc.gov
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: fox5dc.com

Vapes and e-cigarettes could be pulled from sale in Virginia

VIRGINIA - Flavored vape products without FDA approval could be removed for sale in Virginia, according to Virginia Mercury.
For detail: fox5dc.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fool.com

Are Heated-Tobacco Products the Future of Philip Morris International? 3 Things Investors Should Watch as the Company Nears Texas Launch

More than any of the big three tobacco stocks, which includes Altria (MO 0.28%) and British American Tobacco (BTI -0.02%), Philip Morris International (PM -0.
For detail: fool.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Smoking WNTD]

Source: filtermag.org

Our Ban Has Failed: Time for India to Regulate Vapes

The first Indian state to ban vapes was Karnatataka, in 2016. The reason for this is that Karnataka, in the southwest, is our country’s largest producer of Virginia tobacco.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: euroweeklynews.com

The rise of tobacco tax

A pack of cigarettes now has an average cost of €11,10 in the Netherlands; the tobacco tax continues to increase.
For detail: euroweeklynews.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: eurekalert.org

E-cigarette users now more likely to quit traditional cigarettes

A new paper in Nicotine & Tobacco Research, published by Oxford University Press, finds that smokers who switch to electronic cigarettes are now more likely to stop smoking regular cigarettes.
For detail: eurekalert.org
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: edition.cnn.com

Nicotine pouches for your mouth are becoming increasingly popular. Here’s why health experts are concerned

Zyn, a smokeless nicotine pouch, has been increasing in popularity over the past year.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: echo-news.co.uk

Two women charged after videos of toddler vaping shared online

Two women have been charged after videos of a toddler vaping were posted on social media.
For detail: echo-news.co.uk
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dunyanews.tv

Lawsuit demands menthol cigarette ban following White House delays

OAKLAND (Reuters) – The US government was sued on Tuesday by anti-smoking groups that want a ban on menthol cigarettes and blame the Biden administration for delaying it.
For detail: dunyanews.tv
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dailyrecord.co.uk

Sickening footage shows Scots toddler vaping as adults look on

This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Distressing footage has shown a Scots toddler vaping as a group of adults look on.
For detail: dailyrecord.co.uk
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

Shocking video shows toddler vaping and coughing as they exhale in front of a group of adults

Shocking footage has captured the moment a British toddler vaped in front of a group of adults before coughing and spluttering.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: brecorder.com

Health activists for increasing taxes on cigarettes

ISLAMABAD: Health activists on Tuesday emphasised the critical need for the government to prioritize health and economic agendas by increasing taxes on cigarettes.
For detail: brecorder.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bmmagazine.co.uk

A Shift in Swedish Traditions: White, Tobacco-Free Snus

Once deeply ingrained in Swedish culture, traditional brown snus has seen a remarkable evolution.
For detail: bmmagazine.co.uk
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Women reported by police over toddler vape videos

Two women have been reported to Scotland's prosecution service after videos showing a toddler vaping were shared online.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bangkokpost.com

Concerns rise over vaping by young people

Illegal e-cigarettes easily available near schools, with packaging and flavours to appeal to children Participants hold fans bearing messages urging the protection of young people from e-cigarette use at a seminar held on Wednesday by the Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) Foundation in Bangkok.
For detail: bangkokpost.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: arabtimesonline.com

E-cigarette users face 20% increased risk of heart disease: new study

NEW YORK, April 3: A recent study published by the American College of Cardiology has raised concerns about the potential cardiovascular risks associated with vaping, particularly those containing nicotine.
For detail: arabtimesonline.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: akipress.com

Over 20,000 packs of cigarettes withdrawn from illegal trade in Kyrgyzstan

AKIPRESS.COM - The State Tax Service seized over 20,000 packs of cigarettes as part of the raid aimed to curb unsanctioned trade.
For detail: akipress.com
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

NSW Health launched just 12 prosecutions for illegal vape sales over 18 months, penalties labelled 'ludicrously low'

The federal government has been resolute in its war against vapes, but some academics say penalties are still too low to have any impact.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Apr 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: 9news.com.au

Vaping substantially increases heart failure risk, massive new US study finds

International outrage as Israel admits to killing an Australian aid worker and six others.
For detail: 9news.com.au
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

How to Quit Smoking Without Any Withdrawal?!

Wondering why some people quit smoking without any withdrawal? Learn the three factors that influence the withdrawal experience so you can also achieve similar success!.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: umu.se

Lung cancer does not decrease in line with reduced smoking

NEWS Despite the fact that the number of people who smoke has decreased very sharply in Sweden, the number of cases of lung cancer in the population is not decreasing as much as expected.
For detail: umu.se
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Malawi 2024 Volume Up 17 Percent

Malawi will produce 17 percent more tobacco this year than it did in the 2023 growing season, reports Malawi24, citing a survey conducted by the Tobacco Commission (TC).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Reports Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tea Sticks Under Scrutiny

European legislators are mulling restrictions on herbal heating products, which have been gaining popularity across the continent and elsewhere, reports Reuters.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

U.S. Health Groups File Second Lawsuit for Menthol Inaction

U.S. health groups filed a second a second lawsuit against the Food and Drug Administration for the agency’s inaction on banning menthol cigarettes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thefridaytimes.com

Health Activists Stress Importance Of Hike In Tobacco Tax For Public

Health Activists Stress Importance Of Hike In Tobacco Tax For Public Islamabad, April 2, 2024: Health activists, in a press release by the Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC), emphasized the critical need for the government to prioritize health and economic agendas by increasing taxes on cigarettes.
For detail: thefridaytimes.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Vaping causes substantial increase in risk of heart failure, study finds

E-cigarette smokers are a fifth more likely to develop the condition than those who have never used the devices Vaping causes a “substantial” increase in the risk of heart failure, experts have found.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: straitstimes.com

Worry over ‘vaping generation’ in Singapore as vaping offences surged in 2023

The vaping situation here has been worsening steadily, with 1,656 e-vaporiser-related cases reported in December 2023.
For detail: straitstimes.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scrippsnews.com

Vaping linked to 19% higher risk of heart failure, study finds

The study notes that vaping specifically increases the risk of a form of heat failure know as heart failure with preserved ejection fraction.
For detail: scrippsnews.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: reuters.com

Biden administration US ban on menthol cigarettes delayed

Newport and Camel cigarettes are stacked on a shelf inside a tobacco store in New York July 11, 2014.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: prnewswire.com

Puffshot E-Cigarettes Triumph with Prestigious 2024 Design Awards, Redefining Vaping Experience

HOUSTON, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Puffshot, a leading e-cigarette brand, has proudly announced its latest achievement in the international design arena, having recently won the renowned French Design Gold Award and the American Good Design Award for 2024.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: panthernow.com

Delving into tobacco cessation: Insights from Dr. Catherine Nawaga’s seminar

Dr. Catherine Nagawa is paving the way to provide treatment to individuals who suffer from tobacco use, specifically among those with mental health disorders.
For detail: panthernow.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Electronic nicotine delivery system use and its relation to waterpipe smoking among youth in seven Arab countries

Objectives: Electronic Nicotine Delivery System (ENDS) use and Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking (WTS) are reported to be a growing strain of tobacco epidemic among youth in the Arab world.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Apr 02, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

E-cigarette use linked to increased risk of heart failure, large study finds

People who use e-cigarettes are significantly more likely to develop heart failure compared with those who have never used them, according to one of the largest prospective studies to date investigating possible links between vaping and heart failure.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: inews.co.uk

Vaping will still be promoted as stop smoking tool despite link to heart failure

US study is the most conclusive evidence yet that vaping may cause heart failure — an incurable condition when the heart is unable to pump blood around the body properly FILE - In this April 23, 2014 file photo, a man smokes an electronic cigarette in Chicago.
For detail: inews.co.uk
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healthnews.com

Vaping Increases Heart Failure Risk by Almost 20%

A new study has linked vapes that contain nicotine to heart failure risk.
For detail: healthnews.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: healthday.com

Vaping Could Raise Your Risk for Heart Failure

“More and more studies are linking e-cigarettes to harmful effects and finding that it might not be as safe as previously thought,” said study lead author Dr.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: gov.scot

Prohibition of the sale and supply of single-use vapes: strategic environmental assessment - environmental report

The strategic environmental assessment environmental report for the proposed prohibition of the sale and supply of single-use vapes.
For detail: gov.scot
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: forbes.com

Vaping Health Risks: Study Suggests Nearly 20% Increased Threat Of Heart Disease From E-Cigarette Use

Vapes containing nicotine may increase the risk of heart failure, according to a new study, adding on to previous research that found vaping may increase the risk of heart disease, worsen blood pressure and heart rate, and cause several lung-related health issues.
For detail: forbes.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Ban Cigarette]

Source: forbes.com

FDA Sued By Public Health Groups Over Delayed Menthol Cigarette Ban

Three public health groups filed a lawsuit against the Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday, alleging the agency has failed to follow through on a ban on menthol cigarettes, the latest effort targeting the Biden administration amid a plan to ban menthol years in the works.
For detail: forbes.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: exposetobacco.org

5 Tobacco Products That Are Fueling a Global Epidemic

But the tobacco industry does not make it easy for them.
For detail: exposetobacco.org
Published Apr 02, 2024
[NCD E-Cigarette]

Source: eurekalert.org

Study links e-cigarette use with higher risk of heart failure

People who use e-cigarettes are significantly more likely to develop heart failure compared with those who have never used them, according to one of the largest prospective studies to date investigating possible links between vaping and heart failure.
For detail: eurekalert.org
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: edition.cnn.com

Civil rights, medical groups sue FDA over ‘almost unconscionable’ delay in ban on menthol tobacco products

A coalition of civil rights and medical organizations said Tuesday that they are suing the US Food and Drug Administration because it has missed its own deadline to take action to ban menthol cigarettes.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: drugs.com

Cigarette Smoking and your Health

Nicotine and other chemicals found in tobacco and e-cigarettes can damage every cell in your body.
For detail: drugs.com
Published Apr 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bdnews24.com

Anti-tobacco campaigners demand rise in cigarette prices, taxes in budget

Prices of low-tier cigarettes must be increased to push these products out of the purchasing capacity of the youth and the poor, speakers say at a workshop for journalists Speakers at a workshop for journalists have demanded that the government raise prices of tobacco products in the budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year starting on Jul 1.
For detail: bdnews24.com
Published Apr 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Kaival Revenues and Profits Up

Kaival Brands Innovations Group reported revenues of $3.2 million for the first quarter of fiscal year 2024 compared with $2.5 million in the same period of the prior fiscal year.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 01, 2024
[Russian Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Russian Resolve

A supplier of product labeling solutions claims its technology had helped shrink the Russian illicit cigarette market by a quarter.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 01, 2024
[Industry Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Zimbabwe Aims for $60 Billion Tobacco Industry

The government is currently working to increase processing and value addition of tobacco from 2 percent to more than 30 percent to boost earnings.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 01, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Mediocre Meeting

The scene could have been from a Monty Python movie.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 01, 2024
[Factory Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Celebrating Two Decades of Excellence

This year, BAT celebrates the 20th anniversary of its Ibadan factory in Nigeria.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 01, 2024
[Ban Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Half Measures

Though a generational tobacco ban is not without merit, the U.K. will not allow it to work in the way that it could—and thus the measure should be shelved.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Apr 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: oregonlive.com

Readers respond: Time to end sale of flavored tobacco

National Take Down Tobacco Day is April 1. It is a day for youth advocates and their communities to stand up to Big Tobacco, expose the deceptive practices the industry uses to lure kids into addiction and call for change.
For detail: oregonlive.com
Published Apr 01, 2024
[Smoking PTB]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Association between maternal cigarette smoking cessation and risk of preterm birth in Western New York

Background: Although many studies suggested the benefit of smoking cessation among pregnant women in reducing the risk of preterm birth (PTB), the timing of the effect of the cessation remains inconclusive.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Apr 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: moroccoworldnews.com

Tobacco Prices Set to Increase in Morocco Starting April 1

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Morocco ranks 7th in Africa for tobacco consumption.
For detail: moroccoworldnews.com
Published Apr 01, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: lifespan.io

The Epigenetic Similarities Between E-Cigarettes and Smoking

The authors of a new paper in Cancer Research have published the surprising finding that cigarettes and e-cigarettes have some similar effects on DNA methylation that have been reported to lead to cancer.
For detail: lifespan.io
Published Apr 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cpr.org

Hooked: Stories about how Colorado is addicted to nicotine and the money behind tobacco

CPR News spent nearly a year talking with teenagers, parents, doctors, advocates, researchers, political figures and others.
For detail: cpr.org
Published Apr 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Sniffer dog uncovers hidden illegal tobacco in Hull

A sniffer dog has uncovered thousands of hidden counterfeit cigarettes, tobacco pouches and vapes, a council said.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Apr 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: asianews.network

Experts propose ban on trade, import of new-generation tobacco products in Vietnam

Allowing new tobacco products will likely result in a rise in the number of addicts in addition to the same health and economic concerns related to traditional cigarettes, according to experts.
For detail: asianews.network

News Excerpts of Mar-2024

Published Mar 31, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Protecting children from tobacco industry interference

World No Tobacco Day 2024 will give a platform to young people across the world, who are calling for the tobacco industry to stop targeting them with products that are harmful to their health.
For detail: who.int
Published Mar 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: weku.org

Vape product inventories at Kentucky retailers could look different in the years ahead

The sale of vape products across the Commonwealth is expected to undergo some change.
For detail: weku.org
Published Mar 31, 2024
[Shisha]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Court Overturns Kenya Shisha Ban

Kenya’s ban on shisha is unlawful, a Mombasa court ruled, reports The Star. In overturning the measure, Shanzu Law Courts Senior Principal Magistrate Joe Mkutu noted that Kenya’s health cabinet secretary had failed to submit the regulations to Parliament for approval as stipulated in a 2018 High Court directive.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 31, 2024
[PTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

PTC Disputes Allegations of Tax Underpayment

Pakistan Tobacco Co. (PTC) is disputing allegations that legitimate tobacco companies are shortchanging the country’s tax collector, reports the Associated Press of Pakistan.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: startribune.com

Big Tech is the Big Tobacco of today

"Social media companies dismiss mounting evidence linking their platforms to deteriorating youth mental health, increases in suicidal ideation and suicide among our young people," the writer says.
For detail: startribune.com
Published Mar 31, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scitechdaily.com

Vaping’s Hidden Dangers: New Study Links E-Cigarettes to DNA Changes

A study by UCL and the University of Innsbruck shows that e-cigarette users, even those who’ve smoked fewer than 100 cigarettes, experience DNA changes in cheek cells similar to those in smokers.
For detail: scitechdaily.com
Published Mar 31, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: monitor.co.ug

Why Uganda needs strict tobacco laws

The tobacco industry exploits loopholes and weak enforcement to target vulnerable populations, particularly youth, with aggressive marketing tactics.
For detail: monitor.co.ug
Published Mar 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: mercedsunstar.com

Best Delta 8 Disposables of 2024 for a Quick & Enhanced Vaping Experience

We may earn a commission if you make a purchase through one of the links. McClatchy newsrooms were not involved in the creation of this content.
For detail: mercedsunstar.com
Published Mar 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: daily-sun.com

Call for tobacco tax hike to curb use, boost revenue

Speakers at a pre-budget discussion opined that the government should increase taxes and tariffs on all types of tobacco products in the upcoming fiscal year 2024-25.
For detail: daily-sun.com
Published Mar 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

An Epidemic of Disposable Vapes’ Bans is Spreading Across the Globe

While policymakers seem to think that banning disposable vapes may be the answer to reducing teen vaping, experts in the field highlight how these bans can be counterproductive to reducing adult smoking rates.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Mar 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tbsnews.net

Effective taxation of tobacco products needed to increase revenue: Speakers

Speakers at a workshop today (30 March) opined that in the upcoming budget for the fiscal year 2024-25, effective taxation and price hikes on all types of tobacco products can curb tobacco use and increase revenue for the government Video Player is loading.
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published Mar 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Switching Away From Smoking and Reduction in Cigarette Consumption among US Adult Purchasers of the JUUL System across 24 Months Including Diverse Subpopulations Disproportionately Affected by Cigarette Smoking

Objectives: Electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) can reduce tobacco-related health risks for adults who smoke cigarettes (AWS) by facilitating complete switching away from cigarettes.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Mar 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Investigation of the impact of thirdhand e-cigarette exposure on platelet function: A pre-clinical study

The use of e-cigarettes (ECs) has reached unprecedented levels, due to a variety of reasons, including the misconception regarding their safety.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Mar 30, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: monitor.co.ug

Activists want total ban on tobacco products

Health hazard. The 2013 Nationwide Adult Tobacco Study conducted by Ministry of Health and Uganda Bureau of Statistics (Ubos) showed that 9 per cent of Ugandans above 15 years are tobacco users, 6 per cent of whom are direct smokers while the 3 per cent use smokeless tobacco.
For detail: monitor.co.ug
Published Mar 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: forbes.com

Giving Out Free Vapes At Emergency Rooms Helps U.K. Smokers Quit

Members of the public given free e-cigarettes at emergency rooms are far more likely to quit smoking than those given literature alone, research has shown.
For detail: forbes.com
Published Mar 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbc.ca

Despite the harm, young people are using nicotine pouches. Experts say it's giving them déjà vu

A close up of a case of Zonnic flavoured nicotine pouches.
For detail: cbc.ca
Published Mar 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: academic.oup.com

Switching Away From Smoking and Reduction in Cigarette Consumption among US Adult Purchasers of the JUUL System across 24 Months Including Diverse Subpopulations Disproportionately Affected by Cigarette Smoking

Electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) can reduce tobacco-related health risks for adults who smoke cigarettes (AWS) by facilitating complete switching away from cigarettes.
For detail: academic.oup.com
Published Mar 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: usatoday.com

Secondhand e-cigarette vapor may pose risk to children like secondhand smoke: Study

Researchers found that children in the study who were regularly around vaping had higher levels of metabolites, or substances, linked to chemicals found in e-cigarettes in their bodies Vaping and e-cigarettes do pose a risk of secondhand smoke to children in the household, according to a new study.
For detail: usatoday.com
Published Mar 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Ireland’s smoking ban 20 years on: how an unheralded civil servant triumphed against big tobacco

Tom Power led an alliance that brought about the pioneering health initiative which has since been adopted by more than 70 countries – and has saved countless lives.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Mar 29, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: theguardian.com

New Australian laws banning vaping ads ‘toothless’ without social media enforcement, experts say

The scale of the promotion of vapes and e-cigarettes online means that new laws being introduced to ban vaping ads on social media may be a “toothless exercise” without additional policy reforms, health experts have said.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Mar 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thecentersquare.com

Vaping industry insider blames big tobacco for new e-cig legislation in Illinois

(The Center Square) – A new kind of restrictive vaping product law is gaining traction in state legislatures, including in Illinois, and has caught the attention of the vaping industry.
For detail: thecentersquare.com
Published Mar 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theatlantic.com

Zyn Was 100 Years in the Making

For something that isn’t candy, Zyn nicotine pouches sure look a lot like it. The packaging, a small metal can, looks more than a little like a tin of mints.
For detail: theatlantic.com
Published Mar 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kentuckylantern.com

New restrictions on vape sales in Kentucky win approval with tobacco industry backing

Rebecca Raymer, R-Morgantown, said the legislation will help address the “rampant … vaping problem” in Kentucky’s schools.
For detail: kentuckylantern.com
Published Mar 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: heraldledger.com

School administrators find ways to manage student vaping

FRANKFORT, Ky. — House Bill 11 would prohibit Kentucky stores from selling vapes that are unauthorized by the Food and Drug Administration, deterring children from the allure of vaping.
For detail: heraldledger.com
Published Mar 29, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

Top 20 Tobacco Growing Countries in the World

In this article, we are going to discuss the top 20 tobacco growing countries in the world.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Mar 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: convenience.org

Cool New Products Discovery Center

The NACS Payment Processing Program is designed to reduce card processing fees for unbranded convenience and fuel retailers.
For detail: convenience.org
Published Mar 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: citymagazine.si

Vaping: Lesser evil or public health challenge?

In recent years, vaping has become one of the key issues in public health debates around the world, including in Slovenia.
For detail: citymagazine.si
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: yahoo.com

European regulators close in on Big Tobacco's new tea sticks

LONDON (Reuters) - European governments are weighing the introduction of tougher rules on cigarette makers' new zero-tobacco heat sticks, moving to close the loopholes they were designed to exploit just months after their launch.
For detail: yahoo.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: vermontpublic.org

E-cigarette usage doubles in Vermont as bill seeks to ban flavored tobacco

E-cigarette use among Vermonters rose from 3% in 2016 to 6% in 2022, according to survey data from the Vermont Department of Health.
For detail: vermontpublic.org
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tucson.com

Letter: An educator calls for ban on flavored vapes

As a former educator, I saw the progress that was made from programs like D.
For detail: tucson.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Zimbabwe: Auction Prices Hit Record High

Tobacco prices on Zimbabwe’s auction floors hit a record high of $5.05 per kilogram, the highest price in 10 years.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Stakeholders Debate Tobacco-Related Forestry in Brazil

Stakeholders highlighted tobacco industry initiatives to preserve Brazil’s native forests and achieve energy self-sufficiency at the Expoagro Afubra 2024 fair in Rio Pardo, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, on March 22.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Knesset Approves Graphic Warnings

Lawmakers voted to require graphic health warnings on tobacco packs in Israel, reports The Times of Israel.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

22nd Century Reports Quarterly Results

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For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Singapore Vaping up Despite Ban

Singaporeans are smoking less but vaping more, reports The Straits Times, citing research by Milieu Insight.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Smoking FED]

Source: theregister.com

Singapore improves the AI it uses to detect smokers

Singapore has improved the AI it uses to detect smokers who light up in the many places where the practice is forbidden across the island nation, to help local law enforcement more efficiently stub out offenders.
For detail: theregister.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: themesatribune.com

Opinon; Arizonans’ chance to ban illegal vape products

J.D. Hayworth worked as a sportscaster at Channel 10, Phoenix, from 1987 until 1994 and represented Arizona in Congress from 1995-2007.
For detail: themesatribune.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: theindependent.sg

Illegal e-cigarette use surges in Singapore despite government ban

SINGAPORE: Despite the government’s ban on e-cigarettes, a recent online survey conducted by market research company Milieu Insight has found that the illegal use of e-cigarettes in Singapore is on the rise.
For detail: theindependent.sg
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

TikTok bans account of Australian influencer who promoted nicotine pouches in viral videos

TikTok has banned the account of an influencer who promoted flavoured nicotine pouches in viral videos, but other accounts showcasing the controversial products remain on the platform.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sciencedirect.com

Association of cigarette and electronic cigarette use patterns with all-cause mortality: A National Cohort Study of 145,390 US adults

While e-cigarette use is associated with adverse cardiopulmonary health effects, the mortality risks associated with e-cigarette use alone and combined with smoking remain unexamined.
For detail: sciencedirect.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: researchprotocols.org

Center of Excellence for the Acceleration of Harm Reduction, University of Catania, Catana, Italy

Background: There is only limited information about the health effects of regular vaping.
For detail: researchprotocols.org
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: publichealthscotland.scot

Calls for action on stopping tobacco smoking and youth vaping

Members of the Scottish Public Health System have issued a position statement that calls for national and local action to help stop tobacco smoking and youth vaping in Scotland.
For detail: publichealthscotland.scot
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pmi.com

Philip Morris International’s Integrated Report 2023 demonstrates clear progress on our smoke-free journey

The release of our fifth Integrated Report provides a comprehensive overview of the significant strides we made in 2023 toward our sustainability strategy—and the smoke-free vision guiding us forward.
For detail: pmi.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: pmg-ky3.com

Vape users susceptible to virus that causes COVID, study finds

Those who vape are susceptible to infection by SARS-CoV-2, the virus that spreads COVID-19 and continues to infect people around the world, a University of California, Riverside, study has found.
For detail: pmg-ky3.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: pattayamail.com

Minister wants parents to monitor their children on e-cigarettes as raid continues

Minister Puangpetch called on parents to vigilantly monitor their children to shield them from e-cigarette exposure, advising them to scrutinize their belongings and inform them about the detrimental effects of e-cigarettes on their health and development.
For detail: pattayamail.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Emergency departments prove fertile ground for smoking cessation success

In a recent study published in the Emergency Medicine Journal, researchers discuss the outcomes of the Cessation of Smoking Trial in the Emergency Department (COSTED) study, which aimed to understand the optimal intervention and long-term outcomes of emergency department (ED)-based smoking cessation interventions.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Victorian tobacco licences to smoke out 'dodgy' sellers

A long-awaited tobacco licensing scheme will be rolled out in Victoria as black market vapes and cigarettes fuel a spate of store firebombings.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: miragenews.com

Emergency Department's Quit-Smoking Prompt Aids Smokers

An opportunistic emergency department stop smoking prompt, comprising brief advice by a trained professional, an e-cigarette starter kit, and referral to local stop smoking services can help smokers quit, with a significant proportion of them still not smoking 6 months later, finds research published online in Emergency Medicine Journal.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: mandurahmail.com.au

Victoria to roll out its own tobacco licensing scheme

A long-awaited tobacco licensing scheme will be rolled out in Victoria amid an explosion of illegal vapes and cigarettes fuelling a spate of store firebombings.
For detail: mandurahmail.com.au
Published Mar 28, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: khmertimeskh.com

Education Ministry wages war on e-cigarettes

The Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport is asking teachers and principals to help educate students about the grave dangers of using e-cigarettes to help protect their health.
For detail: khmertimeskh.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: etvnews.com

Flavored Nicotine Products to be Banned in Utah

During the Southeast Utah Health Department (SEUHD) Board of Health meeting that was hosted on Tuesday evening, Jill Parker of the Utah Association of Local Health Departments joined virtually to present a legislative update.
For detail: etvnews.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dawn.com

Govt urged to implement single-tier tobacco taxation system

ISLAMABAD: Health activists have urged the government to transition to a single-tier tobacco taxation system, thereby eliminating the existing dual-tier system.
For detail: dawn.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: da.org.za

Illicit Tobacco Trade a reflection of a failing government

The Democratic Alliance (DA) is committed to responsible government spending, facilitated by effective revenue collection.
For detail: da.org.za
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cureus.com

Questionable Effects of Electronic Cigarette Use on Cardiovascular Diseases From the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS, 2014-2021)

Cite this article as: Plurphanswat N, Selya A, Rodu B (March 28, 2024) Questionable Effects of Electronic Cigarette Use on Cardiovascular Diseases From the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS, 2014-2021).
For detail: cureus.com
Published Mar 28, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: convenience.org

Purchase the Latest NACS State of the Industry Report®

The convenience and fuel retailing industry’s premier benchmarking tool and the most comprehensive collection of data and trends.
For detail: convenience.org
Published Mar 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan says government will roll out tobacco shop licensing by end of year

Premier Allan says the licensing scheme will help reinforce the work of Victorian Police in tackling organised crime.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wcax.com

Survey: Cigarette use among Vermonters drops; adult vaping up

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - New data from Vermont health officials indicates cigarette use among Vermonters is decreasing, but vaping by adults is on the increase.
For detail: wcax.com
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vapingpost.com

Vapers Protest Mexico Vape Ban as Reforms Seek to Include it in Constitution

Vapers in Mexico protest a ban that has been in place since 2020, as new reforms seek to include it in the local constitution.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Airscream to Invest in Malaysia

Airscream UK plans to invest MYR100 million ($21.12 million) in its operations over the next five years and move its headquarters to Malaysia, reports the Business Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Europe OKs aid to Bulgarian tobacco growers

The European Commission has approved a BGN170 million ($94.1 million) Bulgarian package to aid tobacco farmers and other agricultural producers impacted by the war in Ukraine, reports SeeNews.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Ukraine: Activists decry PMI’s tax privileges

Activists are urging the Ukrainian government to crack down on international companies still operating in Russia following reports on Philip Morris International’s preferential tax treatment, according to Eureporter.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Luxembourg to Tax Vapes and Pouches

Luxembourg will start taxing e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches in October, reports RTL Today.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thetimesweekly.com

State Senators and High School Official Warn of Dramatic Rise in Teen E-Cigarette Use

Two state senators and a local High School District official are sounding the alarm that e-cigarette use is rising dramatically among local teens and causing addiction.
For detail: thetimesweekly.com
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: saltwire.com

New Brunswick proposing amendments to tobacco and vaping regulations

Thank you for reading SaltWire. Registered users are granted 30-days of unlimited access to premium articles.
For detail: saltwire.com
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: recorder.com

Greenfield health officials eye stricter tobacco regulations

GREENFIELD — The Greenfield Board of Health is drafting new tobacco regulations that, if approved, would increase penalties for businesses caught selling tobacco products to underage customers, and would put loopholes used to sell flavored tobacco products up in smoke.
For detail: recorder.com
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nst.com.my

NPC urges govt to address rising cases of electronic cigarette poisoning

A total of 111 poisoning exposure cases related to electronic cigarettes and their liquids have been referred to the National Poison Centre (NPC), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) here, for the past nine years, since 2015.
For detail: nst.com.my
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Is smoking linked to abdominal obesity?

Previously, Mendelian randomization (MR) studies have explored the causal relationship between smoking and abdominal obesity using a single genetic variant for smoking heaviness.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.sky.com

Free vapes given to smokers at hospitals could help thousands quit, study suggests

Figures from the Office for National Statistics show that about 6.4 million adults in the UK were smokers in 2022, while the NHS says around 76,000 people in the UK die every year from smoking related illnesses.
For detail: news.sky.com
Published Mar 27, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: msn.com

What are the dangers of vaping?

The smoke from traditional cigarettes has been swapped out for the seemingly cleaner puffs from e-cigarettes called vape.
For detail: msn.com
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Study uncovers the hidden dangers of secondhand vape exposure to children

In homes across America, an invisible threat may be lurking—one that could affect the health of our youngest and most vulnerable.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kdvr.com

Colorado is allocating $11.4M to combat youth vaping crisis

DENVER (KDVR) — Colorado’s Department of Law and Department of Education are allocating $11.4 million in grants to schools across the state for efforts to combat youth vaping, and mental and behavioral health services may be one avenue to aid in the crisis.
For detail: kdvr.com
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: independent.co.uk

Calls for free vapes to be handed out in hospital emergency departments

Giving out free vapes to smokers in emergency departments, along with advice on giving up cigarettes, could help thousands more people quit each year, a study has suggested.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ina.iq

Vaping causes similar DNA damage to smoking - as study links e-cigarettes to cancer risk

Vaping damages the DNA of its users in a similar way to smokers who develop cancer, a new study has revealed.
For detail: ina.iq
Published Mar 27, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: freemalaysiatoday.com

Vape, e-cigarette emergencies surge five-fold over 4 years, says poison centre

National Poison Centre chief pharmacist Sulastri Samsudin said 111 vape emergency cases had been referred to the NPC since 2015.
For detail: freemalaysiatoday.com
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: filtermag.org

A Long Walk With the Tobacco Users of Mumbai

I‘m taking a walk through central Mumbai with Rizwan, who switched from smoking tobacco to vaping, then turned vape seller.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: e.vnexpress.net

To ban or not to ban e-cigarettes?

I started smoking to show people how "mature" I was, and to show off with my female friends.
For detail: e.vnexpress.net
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cpr.org

Colorado schools to get more than $11 million from Juul settlement to address youth vaping

Colorado schools are set to receive $11.4 million from a multistate legal settlement with e-cigarette maker Juul.
For detail: cpr.org
Published Mar 27, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: cpr.org

Quitting tobacco begins improving health within minutes — and it’s good for your wallet, too

Teresa Haga-Golasewski from Centennial visits the Capitol to lawmakers about cancer and tobacco-related bills.
For detail: cpr.org
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: citymagazine.si

Electronic cigarettes at a crossroads: Will the flavor ban push users back to traditional cigarettes?

In the light of a recent survey by the Ipsos Institute, which predicts that as many as 80 percent of electronic cigarette users will return to using traditional cigarettes in the event of a possible ban on flavorings, the Slovenian public and users are anxiously following the progress of the adoption of the new Act on the Restriction of the Use of Tobacco and Related Products (ZOUTPI).
For detail: citymagazine.si
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Free vapes could 'save thousands of lives' - report

Handing out free vapes to smokers in A&E departments could "save thousands of lives", a new study has found.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.co.uk

Edinburgh school installs vape detectors

The vape detectors work like smoke alarms but pick up the chemicals in vaping liquids A secondary school in Edinburgh is one of a number of schools in the UK that has installed vape detectors in its toilets.
For detail: bbc.co.uk
Published Mar 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc-7.com

22-year-old has a warning about vapes after narrowly escaping death

A 22-year-old narrowly escaped death after a vape-induced lung injury, and now he has a warning to share with anyone who chooses to smoke one.
For detail: abc-7.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ytech.news

Escalating Excise Tax Rates on Tobacco and Fuel Revealed

Generate a High Definition realistic image that illustrates the concept of increasing excise tax rates on tobacco and fuel.
For detail: ytech.news
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: www2.gnb.ca

Amendments intended to prevent vaping by youth

FREDERICTON (GNB) – The provincial government has introduced amendments to the Tobacco and Electronic Cigarette Sales Act to prevent vaping by youngsters.
For detail: www2.gnb.ca
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

More Data Indicating The Negative Consequences of Vape Flavour Bans

In line with previous findings, a recent survey found that one in five adult vapers would switch back to smoking if vape flavours were banned.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: unb.com.bd

Anti-Tobacco Parliamentary Women's Forum announced

The establishment of the 'Anti-Tobacco Parliamentary Women's Forum' has been announced to combat tobacco usage and enhance tobacco control laws.
For detail: unb.com.bd
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tobacco Production Rising in Mozambique

Mozambique produced MZN4.48 million ($70,132) worth of tobacco in 2023, up 23 percent from the previous year, reports The Macao News, citing the Ministry of Economy and Finance.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Harpantidis to Lead PMI External Affairs

Philip Morris International has appointed Christos Harpantidis to the position of senior vice president of external affairs effective May 1, 2024.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tnp.straitstimes.com

Smokers in Singapore cutting down on cigarettes, but more people vaping: Survey

The survey of 6,000 Singapore citizens and permanent residents found the alternative products like e-cigarettes were mostly used by regular or occasional smokers.
For detail: tnp.straitstimes.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: timesunion.com

Lawmakers push to close loophole in flavored vape ban

Legislators and advocates are seeking to close loopholes in New York law prohibiting the sale of flavored e-cigarettes.
For detail: timesunion.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thetimesweekly.com

Illinois Senators Take Action to Curb Youth Vaping Epidemic

The E-cigarette use is rising dramatically among Illinois teens – with the newest culprit of the epidemic being vapes that look like highlighters, markers, and other school supplies.
For detail: thetimesweekly.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Vaping debate: doctor’s reticence over declaring tobacco money raises questions about conflict of interest

A GP opposed to the government’s vaping reforms and whose nicotine prescription website is being assessed by the drug regulator has given school vaping education sessions and spoken at a student conference without declaring she has received financial support from a tobacco company.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theconversation.com

Want to quit vaping? There’s an app for that

Matthew Dunn has previously received funding from Cancer Institute NSW and VicHealth, and currently receives funding from VicHealth.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tapinto.net

FDA’s Lack of Action on Illegal Vapes is Hurting NJ’s Responsible Retailers & Threatening Health of Our Kids

As a small business owner who features small businesses throughout the state on our hyperlocal media platform, one thing that rings true of all of them is clear regulatory guidelines are needed for operation.
For detail: tapinto.net
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: style.yahoo.com

Scientists think they know why women find it harder to quit smoking than men

In women, oestrogen is a key sex hormone that is needed for everything from bone strength, to menstruation, and pregnancy – but scientists have now found that this hormone could also be why women are more likely to find it harder to quit smoking than men.
For detail: style.yahoo.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: straitstimes.com

Smokers in Singapore cutting down on cigarettes, but more people vaping: Survey

The survey of 6,000 Singapore citizens and permanent residents found the alternative products like e-cigarettes were mostly used by regular or occasional smokers.
For detail: straitstimes.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Study sheds light on the interplay of genes in smoking addiction

Take a puff of nicotine for the first time, and your DNA plays an important role, alongside social and environmental factors, in shaping what happens next.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news9live.com

Scientists reveal reason why women find it difficult to quit smoking

The research conducted by University of Kentucky found a link between estrogen and nicotine addiction.
For detail: news9live.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.yahoo.com

This Under-the-Radar Smoking Alternative Could Be Bigger Than E-Cigs

The Food and Drug Administration's animus toward both traditional and electronic cigarettes is escalating.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.emory.edu

Children at risk: Emory study uncovers the hidden dangers of secondhand vape exposure

More than half (11 of 19) of parents who participated in a focus group expressed that they believed using e-cigarettes near their children posed little or no health risk.
For detail: news.emory.edu
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newindianexpress.com

Tobacco growers in Prakasam district express discontent over auctions

ONGOLE: The Tobacco growers of the combined Prakasam district are expressing their dissatisfaction over the continuation of the same prices for their produce in the present season auctions conducted at various auction platforms.
For detail: newindianexpress.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ndtv.com

Study Explains Why Women May Struggle More To Quit Smoking

The study found that women become dependent on nicotine faster than men and experience more difficulty quitting.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Handing out vapes in UK emergency departments helps smokers quit, study finds

Giving out free e-cigarette starter packs in hospital emergency departments to people who smoke helps more people quit, according to research from the University of East Anglia.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: koreajoongangdaily.joins.com

Japanese announcer under fire for vaping in no-smoking zone during MLB Seoul Series

A Japanese freelance announcer sparked controversy for smoking an electronic cigarette in a no-smoking zone while covering baseball star Shohei Ohtani’s game in Korea with the Los Angeles Dodgers last Wednesday.
For detail: koreajoongangdaily.joins.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: indiatoday.in

What happens to the body when you stop smoking

Quitting smoking is one of the most significant health decisions a person can make. Beyond the immediate benefits of improved breath, taste and smell, the body undergoes a series of remarkable changes when a smoker decides to kick the habit.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: futurity.org

Parents using e-cigs expose kids to dangerous secondhand vapor

A new study finds that children exposed to e-cigarette secondhand vapor show significantly higher levels of metabolites linked to chemicals found in e-cigarette liquids compared to their unexposed peers.
For detail: futurity.org
Published Mar 26, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: en.vietnamplus.vn

Thailand warns against toy-shaped vape

Thailand warns against toy-shaped vape hinh anh 1Examples of vaporisers that feature designs of popular cartoon characters.
For detail: en.vietnamplus.vn
Published Mar 26, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cspdailynews.com

FDA Warns Retailers for Selling Illegal E-Cigarettes

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued warning letters to 61 brick-and-mortar retailers for selling unauthorized e-cigarette products.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: chinadailyhk.com

Invest in women to protect them from harms of tobacco use

March is Women’s month, and we honor women and their valuable contributions to society.
For detail: chinadailyhk.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Edinburgh school takes a stand to stop teen toilet vaping

A Scottish secondary school is saying "enough is enough" to the escalating problem of teenage vaping.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Middlesbrough illegal tobacco operation shut down twice

Middlesbrough Council said the illicit business "simply switched premises" to Pshdar convenience store after being caught An illegal tobacco operation has been shut down for the second time in a month by trading standards' officers.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Mar 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Disposable bans will not work, says vape boss

Tadeu Marroco, chief executive of British American Tobacco (BAT), also said raising the smoking age would have "non-intended consequences".
For detail: bbc.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: vietnamnet.vn

WHO doctor petitions NA to ban import of e-cigarette and tobacco products

A doctor from the World Health Organization (WHO) petitioned that the National Assembly should issue a resolution banning the import, production, distribution and trading of new e-cigarette and tobacco products in Vietnam.
For detail: vietnamnet.vn
Published Mar 25, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: urdupoint.com

Civil Society Demands Extension Of Ban On E-cigarettes, Vapes In KP

PESHAWAR, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 25th Mar, 2024) Blue Veins, local NGO, Civil Society Organizations, Provincial Doctor Association, Tobacco Control Advocates, and Alliance for Sustainable Tobacco Control on Monday demanded Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government to extend the interim ban on e-cigarettes and vapes for an additional 60 days.
For detail: urdupoint.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

U.S. Top Court Asked to Review Ruling Against FDA

The U.S. Department of Justice has asked the Supreme Court to review a lower court’s ruling rejecting the Food and Drug Administration’s reasoning in denying premarket tobacco product applications submitted by Wages and White Lion Investments.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Former STMA Chief Pleads Guilty to Bribery

The former deputy chief of China’s State Tobacco Monopoly Administration, He Zehua, pled guilty to accepting bribes worth over CNY943 million ($130 million) during a trial in Liaoning province, reports China Daily.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Rachael Trimpert Schmidt Joins Chemular

Schmidt joins Chemular from her recent position with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as assistant director of laboratory compliance and coordination of the Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) where she was responsible for establishing and coordinating all FDA tobacco regulatory laboratories in support of the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Short, Expensive Brazilian Crop Selling Rapidly

More than half of the tobacco produced in southern Brazil had been sold by the middle of March, reports Kohltrade, citing figures released by the growers’ organization Afubra.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Belgium to Ban Sale of Disposables

Belgium will ban the sale of disposable e-cigarettes effective Jan.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindubusinessline.com

FCV tobacco prices up at new high in Karnataka auctions in India

13 per cent gain in rates in the recently-concluded season; growers preparing nurseries for this season FCV tobacco, mainly grown in the Mysuru region, has good export demand as it can be blended with any other tobacco in the world and has less nicotine, less tar and less sugar.
For detail: thehindubusinessline.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: standardmedia.co.ke

Alarm as students hooked to e-cigarette

Consumption of e-cigarettes among adolescents and school-going children is worrying, lobbyists say.
For detail: standardmedia.co.ke
Published Mar 25, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: standardmedia.co.ke

Alarm as students hooked to e-cigarette

Consumption of e-cigarettes among adolescents and school-going children is worrying, lobbyists say.
For detail: standardmedia.co.ke
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: respiratory-research.biomedcentral.com

Early smoking lead to worse prognosis of COPD patients: a real world study

Smoking remains a major risk factor for the development and progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
For detail: respiratory-research.biomedcentral.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: regulatoryoversight.com

Massachusetts High Court Upholds Local Tobacco Sales Ban

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) recently upheld, in a unanimous decision, the town of Brookline’s ordinance banning the sale of tobacco and e-cigarette products to anyone born after Jan.
For detail: regulatoryoversight.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: progress.org.uk

Vaping linked to epigenetic changes in cheek cells

Image by Christoph Bock/Max Planck Institute for Informatics via Wikimedia Commons.
For detail: progress.org.uk
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pmi.com

Assessing human rights impacts in the tobacco supply chain in Pakistan

Human rights are inherent to the dignity of human life and a prerequisite for society to prosper.
For detail: pmi.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pmi.com

Supporting female entrepreneurship in Malawi

Philip Morris International (PMI) sources tobacco from a network of farmers in communities across Malawi, but it is the female spouses of some of these farmers who are the focus of this story.
For detail: pmi.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: observer-me.com

Reject flavored tobacco ban

As a lifelong Maine resident it worries me to see that lawmakers are considering LD 1215, a policy that could hurt Maine retailers, taxpayers and the state economy by banning the sale of popular flavored tobacco and nicotine products.
For detail: observer-me.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: newsweek.com

Scientists Reveal Why Women Are More Easily Addicted to Cigarettes

A newly discovered brain circuit may explain why women tend to become hooked on nicotine more quickly than men.
For detail: newsweek.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: newswatchtv.com

With E-Cigarette Use Climbing, the Switch to Smokeless Is More Important Than Ever

The mainstream penetration of e-cigarettes has been steadily increasing.
For detail: newswatchtv.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Study reveals e-cigarette users with limited smoking history show similar DNA alterations as smokers

A recent Cancer Research study assessed the effect of tobacco smoking and electronic cigarette (e-cigarettes) use on DNA methylation changes associated with carcinogenesis.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: mmm-online.com

How the Kick It app is empowering smokers to successfully quit the habit

Mindgruve and Kick It California partnered on an innovative smoking cessation app that uses gamification strategies to keep users focused on their goal.
For detail: mmm-online.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: metro.co.uk

Scientists discover why women are more likely to be addicted to smoking

The female sex hormone oestrogen may be the reason women are more likely to be addicted to nicotine than men – potentially opening new avenues for treatment.
For detail: metro.co.uk
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthnews.com

Estrogen May Drive Nicotine Addiction in Women

Estrogen may explain why women become addicted to nicotine more quickly and with less nicotine exposure, according to a new study.
For detail: healthnews.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: health.clevelandclinic.org

Does Vaping Cause Lung Cancer?

Vaping exposes you to thousands of chemicals, including many that cause cancer and lung disease When electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) flooded the market about a decade ago, manufacturers touted them as a low-risk alternative to cigarette smoking and even as a tool to quit smoking.
For detail: health.clevelandclinic.org
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healio.com

High abstinence odds with e-cigarettes vs. nicotine gum

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For detail: healio.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: expressnews.com

Hegar: Cracking down on vaping marketing that targets Texas kids

A high school principal displays electronic cigarette devices that were confiscated from students.
For detail: expressnews.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: daily-sun.com

Formation of Anti-Tobacco Parliamentary Women's Forum Marks Milestone in Tobacco Control Efforts

Formation of Anti-Tobacco Parliamentary Women's Forum Marks Milestone in Tobacco Control Efforts In a significant stride towards combating tobacco usage and enhancing tobacco control laws, the establishment of the 'Anti-Tobacco Parliamentary Women's Forum' has been announced.
For detail: daily-sun.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

Fascinating reason why women are more likely to get addicted to smoking than men, new study reveals

Scientists from the US have made the curious discovery that women are more likely to become addicted to smoking cigarettes than men.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

£15k of illegal vapes and tobacco seized in Lancaster

The seizures were made following widespread raids on takeaways, mini-markets and barbers More than £15,000 worth of illegal vapes and tobacco have been seized and £235,000 in fines issued after widespread police raids.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: asbmb.org

Study suggests that estrogen may drive nicotine addiction in women

A newly discovered feedback loop involving estrogen may explain why women might become dependent on nicotine more quickly and with less nicotine exposure than men.
For detail: asbmb.org
Published Mar 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: akipress.com

Survey on electronic cigarette usage conducted among students in Mongolia

AKIPRESS.COM - The Association of Teachers and Researchers for the Development of Health Education, together with the Health Promotion Fund, organized the survey "Effects of electronic cigarettes on the health of young people".
For detail: akipress.com
Published Mar 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: walesonline.co.uk

Vaping made my lungs collapse twice - now I'm scarred for life'

Karlee Ozkurt, 20, says she began vaping five years ago because she thought it was cool - but it was the 'worst decision' she's ever made A "vaping addict" is calling for them to be banned after her right lung collapsed twice.
For detail: walesonline.co.uk
Published Mar 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thenationalnews.com

Potential vaping cancer link sparks call for more research

Although e-cigarettes do not produce smoke, they may expose users to second-hand aerosol that may contain dangerous toxins.
For detail: thenationalnews.com
Published Mar 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thehindu.com

CTF raids two shops, seize 734 banned e-cigarettes

The city police displaying the seized 734 banned e-cigarettes during a press conference at Police Conference Hall in Visakhapatnam on Sunday.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Mar 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theconversation.com

We’ve taken smoking from ‘normal’ to ‘uncommon’ and we can do the same with vaping

Thomas Kehoe receives funding from the Australian Research Council and is an employee of Cancer Council Victoria.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Mar 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sports.ndtv.com

Shah Rukh Khan Caught Smoking During KKR vs SRH IPL Match In Kolkata, Video Goes Viral

Shah Rukh Khan found himself in the middle of a controversy as some social media posts suggested that he was smoking inside the Eden Gardens premises.
For detail: sports.ndtv.com
Published Mar 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: scmp.com

Letters

Feel strongly about these letters, or any other aspects of the news? Share your views by emailing us your Letter to the Editor at letters@scmp.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Mar 24, 2024
[FBR Tobacco]

Source: newsx.com

Pakistan: Cracking Down Illicit Tobacco Trade A Crucial Condition For Funding By IMF

According to The Express Tribune, experts have highlighted that Pakistan currently has an opportune moment to fulfill the conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), improve tax collection, and notably increase the tax-to-GDP ratio by clamping down on illicit activities within the tobacco sector.
For detail: newsx.com
Published Mar 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Mum finds 16 vapes in teen's bedroom: The terrifying reality of nicotine in schools

Although many vapes are marketed as not containing nicotine, the vast majority actually do, and they're taking over the schoolyard.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Mar 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nationalworld.com

Vape addict's plea after lungs collapse twice at age 20 - "I felt like I was dying"

Vape addict's plea after lungs collapse twice at age 20 - "I felt like I was dying"Vape addict's plea after lungs collapse twice at age 20 - "I felt like I was dying" Karlee Ozkurt, a self-professed "vaping addict," is advocating for a ban on e-cigarettes after enduring two collapses of her right lung, leaving it permanently scarred.
For detail: nationalworld.com
Published Mar 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: gulfnews.com

How Ramadan can make it easier for smokers to change

During Ramadan, smokers abstain from smoking during the fasting period.
For detail: gulfnews.com
Published Mar 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bristolpost.co.uk

Vaping made my lungs collapse twice - now I'm scarred for life'

A "vaping addict" is calling for them to be banned after her right lung collapsed twice.
For detail: bristolpost.co.uk
Published Mar 24, 2024
[FBR Tobacco]

Source: babushahi.com

Pakistan: Curbing illicit tobacco trade a key condition for funding by IMF

Lahore [Pakistan], March 24, 2024 (ANI): Experts said Pakistan has a strategic window to meet International Monetary Fund (IMF) conditions, boost tax collection, and notably increase the tax-to-GDP ratio by curbing illicit trade in the tobacco sector, The Express Tribune reported.
For detail: babushahi.com
Published Mar 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thenews.com.pk

Sparc hails uniformed tax on tobacco

Islamabad: Health activists have thrown their support behind the International Monetary Fund (IMF) recommendations for Pakistan, with a specific focus on restructuring tobacco taxation.
For detail: thenews.com.pk
Published Mar 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: oneworldnews.com

Unveiling the Hidden Dangers: How Vaping Devices and E-Cigarettes Can Pose Serious Health Risks

Vaping devices and e-cigarettes can also give themselves safer options than traditional tobacco products, but they come with their very own set of significant dangers.
For detail: oneworldnews.com
Published Mar 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: geo.tv

Health activists back IMF recommendations for uniform taxing of tobacco products

The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) recommendations for restructuring tobacco taxation in Pakistan has garnered support from health activists.
For detail: geo.tv
Published Mar 22, 2024
[Violate Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

U.S. Graphic Health Warnings Do Not Violate First Amendment

The U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the federal requirement for cigarette packs and advertising include graphic images of the effects of smoking, including images of smoke-damaged lungs and blackened feet, does not violate the First Amendment of the Constitution, reports AP News.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Taiwan Group Protests Heated Tobacco Regulations

The Clean Air Alliance has called on the Taiwanese public to join a protest in front of the Presidential Office Building in Taipei March 22, 2024, against heated tobacco regulations that benefit traditional cigarette manufacturers, reports The Taipei Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

In Victory for Public Health, Federal Appeals Court Upholds FDA’s Graphic Cigarette Warnings

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a major victory for public health, a three-judge panel of the U.S.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published Mar 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: reuters.com

FDA's graphic warning labels for cigarettes are constitutional, US appeals court rules

Item 1 of 2 Cigarettes and a health warning label are seen in this May 24, 2017 illustration photo.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Mar 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pakobserver.net

Vaping not safe alternative to smoking

Vaping, the use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) or other Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS), has increased in recent years compared to the use of traditional cigarettes.
For detail: pakobserver.net
Published Mar 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: indiatoday.in

West Bengal education department takes firm stance, bans e-cigarettes in schools

The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) has recently issued a notice to all affiliated schools, urging them to adopt proactive measures to deter the use of e-cigarettes.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published Mar 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: eutoday.net

PMI, acknowledged by Ukraine as a “sponsor” of the war, continues to operate in Russia & enjoy Ukrainian tax benefits

Philip Morris International, a company that failed to fulfil its promises to exit the Russian market after the full-scale invasion of the Russian army into Ukraine, remains amongst largest taxpayers contributing to the Russian budget.
For detail: eutoday.net
Published Mar 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: apnews.com

Requiring ugly images of smoking’s harm on cigarettes won’t breach First Amendment, court says

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal requirement that cigarette packs and advertising include graphic images demonstrating the effects of smoking — including pictures of smoke-damaged lungs and feet blackened by diminished blood flow — does not violate the First Amendment, an appeals court ruled Thursday.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Taiwan to Increase Size of Graphic Health Warnings

In Taiwan, graphic health warnings will soon have to cover at least 50 percent of cigarette packages, an increase from the current requirement of 35 percent, according to the Health Promotion Administration (HPA), reports Focus Taiwan.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Menthol Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Organizations Urge Biden to Ban Menthols

A total of 123 civil rights, public health, medical, faith, youth-serving and other organizations placed a full-page ad in The Washington Post and issued a joint statement urging the Biden administration to issue final rules this month to prohibit cigarettes and flavored cigars to meet a deadline the administration set in December, according to the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Cigarette Manufacturing to Increase

A cigarette manufacturing plant is under construction in Zimbabwe, with the expectation that it will increase manufacturing capacity by 50 percent, reports The Herald.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Big tobacco is back, aided and abetted by the Nationals. We can’t let them win on vapes

From 1 July the only vapes available in this country should be those prescribed by medical practitioners and dispensed by pharmacies.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tga.gov.au

Stage 2 of vaping reforms introduced in Parliament

The Minister for Health and Aged Care, the Hon Mark Butler MP, introduced the Therapeutic Goods and Other Legislation Amendment (Vaping Reforms) Bill 2024 - external site in Parliament today.
For detail: tga.gov.au
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: statista.com

Percentage of U.S. college students reporting tobacco use as of fall 2023, by product

A survey from the fall of 2023, found that the most used tobacco products among college students in the United States were e-cigarettes or other vape products.
For detail: statista.com
Published Mar 21, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: rstreet.org

COP Out

In 2005, the World Health Organization (WHO) adopted its first treaty, the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), which was intended to act as an international legal agreement to apply tobacco control initiatives globally.
For detail: rstreet.org
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: npr.org

With a federal menthol ban looming, tobacco companies push 'non-menthol' substitutes

A long-awaited federal ban on menthol cigarettes and cigars remains in limbo, after the White House delayed finalizing a proposed rule until at least this month.
For detail: npr.org
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Smoking linked to increased abdominal fat

The worry of gaining weight is a common excuse for smokers not to quit.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ndtv.com

10 Ways Electronic Cigarettes Can Affect Your Health

Vaping weakens the immune system and can make individuals more susceptible to respiratory infections Electronic cigarettes, also known as e-cigarettes, vape pens, or vapes, are battery-powered devices that heat a liquid solution (e-liquid or vape juice) to create an aerosol, which is then inhaled by the user.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: moneyweb.co.za

Philip Morris is saying goodbye to cigarettesMaker of the world’s most famous brand, Marlboro, is betting its future on smoke-free alternatives to cigarettes.

Is Philip Morris planning corporate suicide? Far from it – some 40% of the company’s gross profit is now generated through smoke-free alternatives.
For detail: moneyweb.co.za
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: miragenews.com

To Vape Or Not To Vape: When E-cigarette Tax Has Impact

E-cigarettes have become a big concern for public health, especially when it comes to young people using these harmful products.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Australia moots jail time for illegal vape sellers

Illegally selling or manufacturing vapes in Australia could spell up to seven years in jail under new legislation proposed Thursday, as authorities moved to toughen rules outlawing the fast-growing habit.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Mar 21, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: heartfoundation.org.au

Heart Foundation welcomes introduction of new e-cigarette legislation

New legislation introduced in Parliament today will help protect young people from the harms of e-cigarettes and vapes The Heart Foundation has welcomed the introduction of new legislation that will strengthen and streamline the prescription access model for e-cigarettes.
For detail: heartfoundation.org.au
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: euractiv.com

After Belgium, France seeks Commission’s green light to ban disposable e-cigarettes

The French, parliament reached an agreement on Thursday (21 March) to ban so-called ‘puffs’, single-use electronic cigarettes.
For detail: euractiv.com
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: edition.cnn.com

Smoking may lead to more belly fat, a new study suggests. Here’s why that’s concerning

Get inspired by a weekly roundup on living well, made simple.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Vaping ‘linked to cancer’, says new study

Researchers have observed that vaping causes similar changes to human cells as smoking, calling for more exploration of potential links to cancer.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Mar 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Plymouth children hospitalised after using illegal vapes

Two children in the Plymouth area have been hospitalised as a result of using illegal vapes, Devon and Cornwall Police has said.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: upi.com

Early exposure to tobacco tied to developing diabetes, study indicates

Participants who had a genetic predisposition to type 2 diabetes and started smoking in childhood or adolescence had the highest risk of developing the illness, a new study shows.
For detail: upi.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

U.K. to Introduce Generational Ban

The UK government is set to introduce a bill in parliament aimed at phasing out smoking among young people by prohibiting nicotine sales for future generations.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

New Zealand to Ban Disposables

New Zealand will ban the sale of disposable e-cigarettes, increase fines for retailers caught selling to those under the age of 18 and better regulate retailers, reports Reuters.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Similar DNA Changes in Smokers and Vapers

A new study from University College London (UCL) and the University of Innsbruck shows that e-cigarette users with limited smoking history have similar DNA changes to specific cheek cells as smokers, reports Medical Xpress.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: theweek.in

Vape pens heighten risk of periodontal disease

Developed in 2003, e-cigarettes or vape pens were initially touted as devices that could help give up smoking.
For detail: theweek.in
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thehindu.com

New Zealand will ban disposable e-cigarettes in a bid to prevent minors from taking up the habit

The move comes less than a month after the government repealed a unique law to phase out tobacco smoking by imposing a lifetime ban on young people buying cigarettes Under the new laws, retailers that sell vapes to children under 18 years of age will face fines of up 100,000 New Zealand dollars.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

UK to introduce bill to phase out smoking among young people

Item 1 of 2 A woman holds her cigarette as she smokes in Trafalgar Square in central London October 15, 2014.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: reuters.com

New Zealand government to ban disposable e-cigarettes

WELLINGTON, March 20 (Reuters) - The New Zealand government said on Wednesday it will ban the sale of disposable e-cigarettes, increase fines on retailers that sell to those younger than 18 years old and better regulate retailers.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: pmi.com

Why companies must prioritize their employees’ wellbeing

Poor mental health doesn’t just impact an individual and their families—it can affect businesses and communities.
For detail: pmi.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Second-hand vape smoke linked to more asthma symptoms in kids

In a recent study published in the journal Children, researchers retrospectively investigated the impacts of second-hand e-cigarette smoke exposure on childhood asthma, especially in home environments.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.sky.com

Vaping causes similar DNA damage to smoking - as study links e-cigarettes to cancer risk

Scientists at University College London found that vape users and smokers suffered similar changes to their DNA.
For detail: news.sky.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.cancerresearchuk.org

Can vaping cause changes in our cells?

You may have seen recent media coverage of a study that looked at changes in different types of cells from people who smoked and people who vaped.
For detail: news.cancerresearchuk.org
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nature.com

Salivary lipid changes in young adult tobacco smokers and e-cigarette users: a hidden risk to oral health?

A cross-sectional, age- and gender-matched study was conducted to investigate the effects of different forms of nicotine delivery on salivary lipid profiles among young adult novice smokers compared to non-smokers.
For detail: nature.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalnewstoday.com

Tobacco exposure before birth and in childhood can increase type 2 diabetes risk

Experts say tobacco exposure before birth can raise type 2 diabetes risk later in life.
For detail: medicalnewstoday.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: labmanager.com

E-cigarettes vs Smoking: Study Links Similar DNA Changes in Cells to Both

Epigenetic study links e-cigarette use to tobacco-like DNA alterations in mouth cells, raising long-term health concerns.
For detail: labmanager.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gov.uk

Tobacco and Vapes Bill: Statement from the RPC

The Regulatory Policy Committee (RPC) produces opinions of impact assessments (IAs) to help departments ensure that the evidence and analysis in them is sufficiently robust.
For detail: gov.uk
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: gov.uk

Smokefree generation one step closer as bill introduced

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill will deliver on the Prime Minister's commitment to create a smokefree generation, saving thousands of lives and billions for the NHS.
For detail: gov.uk
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: gov.uk

Smoking and vaping: the need for action

Current and former UK chief medical officers (CMOs) and current deputy CMOs write for The Times on the introduction of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
For detail: gov.uk
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: globalnews.ca

‘Stay the hell away from our kids’: Minister slams nicotine pouches, seeks regulation

Canada’s health minister, Mark Holland, delivered a powerful message on Wednesday to tobacco companies attempting to market nicotine pouches to children: “Stay the hell away from our kids.
For detail: globalnews.ca
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: euronews.com

New Zealand announces ban on disposable e-cigarettes

People protest outside an Auckland school near where a vape shop was set to open, Aug 1, 2023.
For detail: euronews.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: cbsnews.com

Commit To Quit: Research Shows Smoking Independently Harms Brain Health

Tobacco smoking is the leading cause of preventable disease, disability and death in the United States.
For detail: cbsnews.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbc.ca

Stay the hell away from our kids': Health minister vows to restrict nicotine pouches — but how?

Health Canada says it's looking at options of how to crack down on the sale and advertising of Zonnic to children.
For detail: cbc.ca
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: canada.ca

Statement from the Minister of Health on nicotine replacement therapies

As Minister of Health, I am incredibly concerned about the growing popularity and recreational use of nicotine replacement therapies, particularly nicotine pouches, among youth.
For detail: canada.ca
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

UK smoking ban for those born after 2009 starts journey into law

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill means anyone turning 15 this year, or younger, will never legally be sold cigarettes.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Smoking age ban policy will apply in Scotland

Legislation to block the next generation of adults from being able to buy cigarettes will be introduced in Scotland as well as the rest of the UK.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: apnews.com

New Zealand will ban disposable e-cigarettes in a bid to prevent minors from taking up the habit

This shows a row of vapes in an Auckland store, on Feb.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Mar 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: aa.com.tr

Austrian scientists find E-cigarettes lead to cell changes: Study

Scientists in Austria said Wednesday they found evidence that smoking e-cigarettes and tobacco cigarettes have similar effects on cells.
For detail: aa.com.tr
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: zeenews.india.com

Imad Wasim Smokes A Cigarette In Dressing Room During PSL 2024 Final, Does 'Smoking Celebration' After Islamabad United Clinch Title By Beating Multan Sultans; Watch

Imad Wasim did not just smoke a cigarette inside the PSL winners Islamabad United dressing room but he later celebrated the win by doing a smoking celebration as well.
For detail: zeenews.india.com
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ucl.ac.uk

Similar DNA changes found in cells of both smokers and e-cigarette users

E-cigarette users with a limited smoking history experience similar DNA changes to specific cheek cells as smokers, finds a new study led by researchers at UCL and University of Innsbruck.
For detail: ucl.ac.uk
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tribune.com.pk

Flex or flawed: Imad Wasim's picture smoking cigarette after the PSL final has consumed the internet

Following Islamabad United's victory in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024 final against Multan Sultans, all-rounder Imad Wasim has found himself in the spotlight for an unexpected reason.
For detail: tribune.com.pk
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Sales Reach $13 Million as Season Starts

Tobacco sales at Zimbabwe’s auction and contract floors has reached 1 million kg by day three of the marketing season.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Policy Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

New Study on Harm Reduction Public Policy

R Street Institute has released a new report, “Progressive Except for Nicotine: A Discussion of States’ Inconsistent Adoption of Harm Reduction Public Policy.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Nicotine]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Baltimore Bans Nicotine at Sports Stadiums

Mayor Brandon Scott of Baltimore, Maryland, signed a bill last week banning all tobacco and nicotine products in city stadiums.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: timesofisrael.com

Knesset panel advances amendment that requires graphic showing smoking’s harm on all smoking products

MK David Bitan chairs the Knesset Economics Affairs discussion on a proposed law requiring graphic labeling on smoking products, March 19, 2024.
For detail: timesofisrael.com
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: time.com

New Zealand Becomes the Latest Country to Crack Down on Disposable Vapes

After scrapping a plan several months ago to ban people born after 2008 from buying tobacco cigarettes, the New Zealand government on Wednesday announced a total ban on single-use e-cigarettes—also known as disposable vapes—and said it will increase the fines on retailers selling cigarettes and vapes to those under 18, in the country’s latest approach to discourage smoking among youth.
For detail: time.com
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thestatesman.com

Imad Wasim caught smoking in dressing room during PSL final: Reports

However, shortly after his remarkable performance on the field, Wasim stirred up a controversy when he was seen smoking in the team’s dressing room during the match.
For detail: thestatesman.com
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Smoking Star]

Source: sports.ndtv.com

Pakistan Star's Controversial Gesture After PSL 2024 Final Smoking Video Goes Viral - Watch

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024 final between Islamabad United and Multan Sultans was hit by a massive controversy as Imad Wasim was pictured smoking inside the dressing room.
For detail: sports.ndtv.com
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sports.ndtv.com

"Pakistan Smoking League": Video Of Imad Wasim During PSL Final Triggers Severe Backlash

Islamabad United star Imad Wasim was caught smoking in the dressing room during the Pakistan Super League final, triggering a huge backlash on social media.
For detail: sports.ndtv.com
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: pakobserver.net

Imad Wasim draws ire for smoking in dressing room during PSL9 final showdown

KARACHI – Islamabad United star player Imad Wasim was sensational in final game against Multan Sultans but the prolific bowler was caught in unwanted situation as he was captured smoking in dressing room.
For detail: pakobserver.net
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: onmanorama.com

Imad Wasim caught smoking in dressing room during PSL final

New Delhi: Islamabad United all-rounder Imad Wasim was caught smoking in the dressing room following his outstanding performance in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) final against Multan Sultans at Karachi's National Bank Stadium on Monday.
For detail: onmanorama.com
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: odishatv.in

Pakistan Super League: Cricketer caught smoking inside dressing room - watch

All-rounder Imad Wasim got involved in a controversy during the innings break as he was caught smoking a cigarette inside the dressing room.
For detail: odishatv.in
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news9live.com

‘Pakistan Smoking League’: Fans react after video of Imad Wasim smoking during PSL final goes viral

Islamabad United all-rounder Imad Wasim was spotted smoking cigarettes in the dressing room after taking a five-wicket haul in the PSL 2024 final against Multan Sultans on Monday.
For detail: news9live.com
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news18.com

Imad Wasim Caught Smoking on Camera During PSL Final Between Islamabad United and Multan Sultans: Watch Video

Islamabad United were crowned the Pakistan Super League (PSL) champions on Sunday after they defeated Muhammad Rizwan’s Multan Sultans by 2 wickets in Karachi.
For detail: news18.com
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Similar DNA changes found in cells of both smokers and e-cigarette users

E-cigarette users with a limited smoking history experience similar DNA changes to specific cheek cells as smokers, finds a new study led by researchers at UCL (University College London) and University of Innsbruck.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: jpost.com

Israel Cancer Association warns public not to give children cigarettes on Purim

Ahead of Purim, the Israel Cancer Association (ICA) calls on public figures here to refrain from distributing cigarettes to children at Purim events.
For detail: jpost.com
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: india.com

Imad Wasim SMOKING After Islamabad United Win PSL 2024 Title Creates Controversy; Watch VIRAL VIDEO

PSL 2024: While everyone was praising Wasim, he did something that got him negative attention as well.
For detail: india.com
Published Mar 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: euractiv.com

EU Commission gives green light to ban disposable e-cigarettes in Belgium

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 19, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: cureus.com

Unveiling the Impact of Electronic Cigarettes (EC) on Health: An Evidence-Based Review of EC as an Alternative to Combustible Cigarettes

Cite this article as: Khanagar S B, AlBalawi F, Alshehri A, et al.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Mar 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

Side-effects of a vaping crackdown?

A Kentucky bill would crack down on the illegal sale of cigarettes to young people and keep certain vapes out of stores, but some area shop owners have concerns: https://tinyurl.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Mar 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Flava Pulled From Philippine Shelves

Flava brand vaping products have been pulled from store shelves in the Philippines amid allegations of illegal marketing to minors and tax evasion, the Department of Trade and Industry has said.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Hong Kong Seizes $26.6 Million in Illegal Cigarettes

Customs officers in Hong Kong seized illegal cigarettes worth more than HK$208 million ($26.6 million) in the first 15 days after a tobacco tax increase came into force as part of last month’s budget.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

Sunak braces for backlash as smoking ban bill to be introduced in Commons

Rishi Sunak’s public health policy banning the next generation from being able to buy cigarettes is to be introduced in parliament this week, with officials braced for a backlash from Conservative rebels.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Mar 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sportingnews.com

Imad Wasim caught smoking in PSL final after taking fifer against Multan Sultans

Multan Sultans locked horns against Islamabad United in the final of the Pakistan Super League 2024 on Monday at the National Stadium in Karachi.
For detail: sportingnews.com
Published Mar 18, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: rstreet.org

Progressive Except for Nicotine: A Discussion of States’ Inconsistent Adoption of Harm Reduction Public Policy

Hundreds of thousands of Americans die each year from substance-related harms.
For detail: rstreet.org
Published Mar 18, 2024
[Nicotine]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Effects of liquid nicotine concentration and flavour on the acceptability of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) among people who smoke participating in a randomised controlled trial to

Background: Research is needed to understand the acceptability of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) as a smoking reduction aid.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Mar 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

E-cigarettes and Youth: The Known, the Unknown, and Implications for Stakeholders

Despite the decline in the prevalence of e-cigarette use among youth during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, more than 2.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Mar 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

One million adults smoke menthol-flavored cigarettes in Britain despite ban: Study

Weighted prevalence of smoking menthol cigarettes among all adults who smoke cigarettes and those aged 18–24 years in Great Britain over time.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Mar 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: louisianaradionetwork.com

ATC to resume enforcement of vape product restrictions

Beginning today the Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control will resume the enforcement of state laws concerning the marketing and sale of vapor products.
For detail: louisianaradionetwork.com
Published Mar 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dallasnews.com

Dallas closer to banning vaping in public spaces

City’s citizen-led environmental commission recommends City Council expand definition of smoking in code to include e-cigarettes, citing harm of secondhand exposure Disposable nicotine vapes on sale at Gas Pipe on Maple Ave on Thursday, March 14, 2024, in.
For detail: dallasnews.com
Published Mar 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: crictoday.com

Islamabad United all-rounder Imad Wasim caught smoking in the dressing room during PSL 2024 final

Islamabad United all-rounder and former Pakistan player Imad Wasim was caught smoking during the PSL 2024 final against Multan Sultans.
For detail: crictoday.com
Published Mar 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: cricket.one

[Watch] Imad Wasim Caught 'Smoking' Following Stellar Bowling Show In PSL Final

Islamabad United had a memorable outing with the ball in the PSL 2024 final, as they restricted Multan Sultans to a modest total.
For detail: cricket.one
Published Mar 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: clinicaladvisor.com

Secondhand Vaping Poses Hazard to Children

Despite misconceptions that secondhand exposure to electronic cigarette vapor does not affect bystanders, metabolites indicative of exposure are present in the blood and saliva of children whose parents smoke electronic cigarettes, according to research presented at the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) National Conference on Pediatric Health Care held March 13 to 16, 2024, in Denver, Colorado.
For detail: clinicaladvisor.com
Published Mar 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: business.cornell.edu

To Vape or Not to Vape: When an E-Cigarette Tax Has an Impact

E-cigarettes have become a big concern for public health, especially when it comes to young people using these harmful products.
For detail: business.cornell.edu
Published Mar 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: analyticalscience.wiley.com

Knowing your nicotine: Biomarkers distinguish tobacco-derived nicotine from synthetic

Sourcing the nicotine in e-cigarette liquids by scanning for a panel of alkaloid impurities derived from tobacco by GC/MS distinguished it from synthetic nicotine and will ultimately simplify product regulation.
For detail: analyticalscience.wiley.com
Published Mar 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Average price of tobacco grown in Karnataka has more than doubled in last 9 years

Much of the FCV tobacco grown in Karnataka, mostly in Mysuru and parts of Hassan district, is export quality tobacco.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Mar 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: independent.ng

CISLAC Tasks Gombe CSO’s on Sustained Advocacy for Taxation on Tobacco

The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has tasked Civil Society Organisations in Gombe State to sustain the tempo of their advocacy until taxes are imposed on tobacco in the State.
For detail: independent.ng
Published Mar 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: geo.tv

How can you quit smoking in Ramadan?

As people are trying to adapt to the new regimen during Ramadan, health experts believe that it is a great opportunity for smokers to quit smoking.
For detail: geo.tv
Published Mar 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ama.com.au

Vaping is a ticking time bomb that must be defused

Vaping is a public health crisis that must be addressed head-on to protect Australian children who are at risk of becoming addicted to nicotine and taking up smoking.
For detail: ama.com.au
Published Mar 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Nicotine pouches grow in popularity following vaping regulations

With regulations around vaping tightens in Australia, concerns are growing as Nicotine pouches have spiked in popularity after viral videos advertised them as a means of quitting e-cigarettes.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Mar 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: witness.co.za

Concern over rising use of e-cigarettes among youth

A pupil from a school in Pietermaritzburg said they normally bring vapes to school in their pencil case.
For detail: witness.co.za
Published Mar 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vapingpost.com

Eastern Europe Moves Towards Vape Prohibition Despite Success Rates in Russia

While Poland plans to ban disposable vapes and flavours for heated tobacco products, Slovenia has approved proposals to ban all vape flavours with the exception of tobacco.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Mar 16, 2024
[NCD Cigarette]

Source: thesun.my

Unmasking hidden dangers of nicotine

Nicotine, the addictive substance found in tobacco, is present in cigarettes, cigars, hookah and electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes).
For detail: thesun.my
Published Mar 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Shops flouting planned UK disposable vape ban need harsher fines, LGA says

Firms flouting the proposed ban on disposable vapes should face harsher fines to deter unscrupulous businesses, the Local Government Association (LGA) has said.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Mar 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: imphaltimes.com

Tobacco : A threat to public health and environment

Tobacco consumption is the major cause of preventable death and illness. It kills half of its users prematurely, especially in their reproductive age.
For detail: imphaltimes.com
Published Mar 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: guampdn.com

Smokes and votes: Could menthol cigarette ban sway US election?

Two people hold signs at a protest against a ban on menthol cigarettes in March 2023 In a quintessentially American tale of race and politics, the lowly menthol cigarette is playing a curiously large role in the US presidential election this year.
For detail: guampdn.com
Published Mar 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: casaa.org

Public Health’s Ignorance of Vaping Culture and More! Tobacco Harm Reduction News

Public Health’s ignorance of vaping culture. A partial win for vapers in Florida. Court upholds lifetime ban.
For detail: casaa.org
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: washingtonpost.com

Apartment dwellers plagued by secondhand smoke have little recourse

It was a snowy day in January, and Armande Gil’s apartment windows were open. A frigid draft swept through her home; warmth came at a cost.
For detail: washingtonpost.com
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vrt.be

Green light for stricter rules on the sale of tobacco and alcohol

The Federal Parliament has approved a bill tabled by the Federal Health Minister Frank Vandenbroucke (Flemish socialist) that tightens the rules regarding the sale of tobacco and alcohol.
For detail: vrt.be
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

The UK: a Leader in Tobacco Harm Reduction, is Proposing a Vape Tax. Wait What?

Up until a couple of months back we revered the UK in the same way as Sweden, for being so progressive and including the use of safer nicotine alternatives such as vapes in its national smoking cessation strategy.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vaping360.com

Vermont House Passes Flavored Vape/Tobacco Ban

The Vermont House of Representatives today passed a bill that would ban flavored vape and tobacco products, and prohibit online sales of all nicotine products.
For detail: vaping360.com
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: uknow.uky.edu

Markey experts co-author study addressing smoking cessation in cancer care

LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 15, 2024) — University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center experts Timothy Mullet, M.D., and Jessica Burris, Ph.
For detail: uknow.uky.edu
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Tobacconist Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Netherlands to Probe Support for Tobacconists

The Netherlands’ food and consumer product safety organization, NVWA, will investigate cigarette manufacturers’ support of tobacconists, which critics insist amounts to illegal advertising, reports Dutch News.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Finland Wants to Regulate Pouches Like Tobacco

The government of Finland wants to bring nicotine pouches under tobacco laws so that it can more effectively discourage consumption, reports YLE.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Hong Kong: Increase in Quit-Smoking Requests

Hong Kong has seen an increase in calls to its smoking cessation hotline following the tobacco tax increase to 70 percent.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Seized tobacco products worth ₹2.73 lakh destroyed in Erode

The banned tobacco products had been seized from shops selling them illegally near schools and colleges, officials said Banned tobacco products that were seized by the Food Safety and Drug Administration Department were destroyed in Erode on Friday.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: says.com

Deputy Minister Says Tobacco & Vape Lobbyists Influenced MPs To Kill GEG

When the new anti-smoking bill was passed in November last year, it did not include some previously planned policies, such as the ban on smoking for those born after 2007 and regulations for e-cigarette or vape devices At the time, the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Bill 2023, passed via a voice vote, was criticised by both backbenchers and Opposition members of parliament (MPs) during the debate session.
For detail: says.com
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: northamptonchron.co.uk

Quit smoking, start saving with the help of your local stop smoking service

In West Northamptonshire, around 12 per cent of adults smoke (13 per cent average in England), having a significant impact on their health as well as their wealth.
For detail: northamptonchron.co.uk
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

Smoking affects symptom improvement in schizophrenia: a prospective longitudinal study of male patients with first-episode schizophrenia

Patients with schizophrenia (SCZ) smoke up to three times more than general people.
For detail: nature.com
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kbtx.com

Zyn is in: what parents should know about tobacco-free nicotine pouches

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - Experts say a new popular way to consume nicotine has the potential to be more addictive than traditional nicotine delivery methods.
For detail: kbtx.com
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: gmmh.nhs.uk

No Smoking Day 2024: Towards a smoke-free future

Leading charities Action on Smoking and Health (ASH), Cancer Research UK and Asthma + Lung UK, joined forces with the government to encourage the nation's 5.
For detail: gmmh.nhs.uk
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: aspendailynews.com

Public health: Making a difference on tobacco prevention

As members of the Pitkin County Board of Health, our role is to promote and protect public health and environmental quality in the community.
For detail: aspendailynews.com
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk

Council urges parents and carers to avail of PHA resources on vaping

ABC Council is urging parents, teachers and carers to avail of new resources to highlight the serious concerns surrounding vaping among young people.
For detail: armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk
Published Mar 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: abc.net.au

Teachers fear students are switching to nicotine pouches after single-use vape crackdown

Teachers are concerned students are turning to illegal nicotine pouches following a ban on single-use vapes.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

No Smoking Day 2024: Tips To Quiet Smoking

Trying to quit smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health and happiness.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Protesters Demand End to Mexico’s Vape Ban

Vapers protested in front of Mexico’s Congress of the Union, calling for the country’s vaping ban to be replaced with risk-based regulation.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Call for Climate-Proof Agriculture in Zimbabwe

Smallholder farmers, who are the backbone of Zimbabwe’s tobacco farming industry, should have access to affordable irrigation facilities, according to the Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Resettlement Anxious Masuka.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: the-star.co.ke

Experts oppose banning safer alternatives to smoking

Unwarranted campaigns against safer alternatives to smoking by policymakers risk preventing deaths and lowering the burden of the vice on public health, Harm Reduction Society of Kenya experts have warned.
For detail: the-star.co.ke
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thehindu.com

Bengaluru police issue circular calling for stringent implementation of COTPA norms at designated smoking areas in city establishments

The police have issued a circular to the owners of hotels, bars, restaurants, pubs, and other eateries to strictly adhere to the provisions of COTPA, 2003.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tameside.gov.uk

Be Well Tameside helps Kurt quit smoking for good

We and our store and/or access information on a device, such as cookies and process personal data, such as unique identifiers and standard information sent by a device for personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, and audience insights, as well as to develop and improve products.
For detail: tameside.gov.uk
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: publichealth.hscni.net

Empowering parents to discuss vaping with young people

With over one in five 11 to 16 year olds in Northern Ireland reporting having used an e-cigarette, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is working with partners to produce information to support discussion with young people on vaping, and raise awareness of the risks it poses given the rise in its popularity.
For detail: publichealth.hscni.net
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: psychiatryadvisor.com

E-Cigarettes Are an Effective Supplement to Smoking-Cessation Counseling

Compared with smoking-cessation counseling alone, the addition of e-cigarettes is associated with increased abstinence from tobacco use among smokers, according to study results published in The New England Journal of Medicine.
For detail: psychiatryadvisor.com
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ndtv.com

World Kidney Day 2024: Expert Explains The Link Between Smoking And Kidney Disease

The theme for World Kidney Day is "Kidney Health For All." This theme focuses on the increasing burden of chronic kidney disease and achieving optimal kidney care to overcome these challenges at different levels.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nasdaq.com

Philip Morris (PM) Advances Smoke-Free Evolution With New Launch

Philip Morris International Inc. PM is going all the way to accelerate its smoke-free transformation.
For detail: nasdaq.com
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Tissue samples show the deep genetic and cellular impacts of smoking

It's no secret that smoking is extremely detrimental to health.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Mar 14, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: malaya.com.ph

Consumer groups urge inclusivity in fight for smoke-free society

CONSUMER groups have urged the World Health Organization to include smokers, vapers and the tobacco industry in its quest to end the global smoking problem.
For detail: malaya.com.ph
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ktul.com

Oklahoma House Bill proposes attorney general enforcement of vaping regulations

TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — House Bill 3971, if passed into law would make the Attorney General’s Office in charge of enforcing regulations related to the buying and selling of vapor products.
For detail: ktul.com
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healio.com

E-cigarette use lowers lung function, heightens blood pressure, heart rate

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on Smoking and Tobacco.
For detail: healio.com
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

Philip Morris (PM) Advances Smoke-Free Evolution With New Launch

Philip Morris International Inc. PM is going all the way to accelerate its smoke-free transformation.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Mar 14, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: cppr.in

Tobacco control — here’s an alternative agenda for India on harm reduction

India, in its act of imposing a ban on e-cigarettes in 2019, failed to make the distinction between the different classes of products.
For detail: cppr.in
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: asianews.network

Time to ban vaping

The 2019 Global Youth Tobacco survey results of showed that 14.
For detail: asianews.network
Published Mar 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: academic.oup.com

Unravelling the Risk of Poisoning From Nicotine-Containing Tobacco Products in Children Less Than Five Years of Age

For decades, young children in the United States have been accidentally poisoned by traditional tobacco products and the yearly incidence has slowly increased.
For detail: academic.oup.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

Teachers busted vaping and smoking in school toilets

Subscribe here: http://9Soci.al/v6PJ50GjSKI | A major government investigation is under way after a group of school teachers were photographed posing in a school toilet block vaping and smoking.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: urdupoint.com

Parents' Awareness Helpful To Control Harmful Effects Of E-cigarettes, Vape Pens Use Among Youngsters: Expert

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 13th Mar, 2024) Health expert Wednesday while expressing his serious concern over the new trend of electronic nicotine delivery systems like e-cigarettes or vape pens' harmful effects on youngster' health stressed parents' major role for helping children' as every year around 7 million people die an early death due to smoking.
For detail: urdupoint.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ucl.ac.uk

One million adults smoke menthol-flavoured cigarettes despite ban

One in seven adults who smoke in Great Britain report using menthol-flavoured cigarettes despite UK legislation that aimed to curb their use, according to a new study by UCL researchers.
For detail: ucl.ac.uk
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

IQOS Iluma i Debuts in Japan

Philip Morris International has launched IQOS Iluma i, the latest and most innovative addition to its growing portfolio of smoke-free products, in Japan.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Sue Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

California Firm Sues Zyn Makers

A law group in California has filed a lawsuit against Philip Morris in the state’s Southern District.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Prices Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Zimbabwe Tobacco Season Opens

Zimbabwe’s auction floors opened today, with high expectations for better prices this season compared to last year, according to The Herald.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thehindu.com

No Smoking Day: Govt urged to remove designated rooms in hotels, airports

On the occasion of No Smoking Day, doctors, cancer victims and hotel associations urged the government to remove designated smoking rooms in hotels, restaurants and airports to protect people from second-hand smoke.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: statetimes.in

Tobacco: A threat to public health and environment

Tobacco consumption is the major cause of preventable death and illness.
For detail: statetimes.in
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sentinelassam.com

Tobacco: A threat to public health and environment

Tobacco consumption is the major cause of preventable death and illness. It kills half of its users prematurely, especially in their reproductive years.
For detail: sentinelassam.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ptcnews.tv

No Smoking Day: Doctors, cancer victims urge govt to remove designated rooms in hotels, airports

No Smoking Day is observed on the second Wednesday in March to raise awareness about the harmful effects of smoking.
For detail: ptcnews.tv
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pmi.com

Philip Morris International Launches New IQOS ILUMA i in Japan to Accelerate the Achievement of a Smoke-Free Future

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 13, 2024-- Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE: PM) today announced the launch of IQOS ILUMA i, the latest and most innovative addition to its growing portfolio of smoke-free products for adults who would otherwise continue to smoke or use nicotine products.
For detail: pmi.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nhsaaa.net

Ayrshire and Arran residents urged to ‘Quit Your Way’ on no smoking day

Ayrshire and Arran residents are being asked to consider making a change on national No Smoking Day, Wednesday 13 March 2024, to give up smoking to improve both mental and physical health.
For detail: nhsaaa.net
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Smoking COTPA]

Source: ndtv.com

No Smoking Day: Government Urged To Remove Designated Rooms In Hotels, Airports

In India, smoking is banned in all public places, according to the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products (Prohibition of Advertisement and Regulation of Trade and Commerce Production, Supply and Distribution) Act (COTPA), 2003.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: ndtv.com

No Smoking Day 2024: Understanding The Health Risks Of Secondhand Smoke

No Smoking Day creates awareness about the destructive impacts of smoking and also motivate individuals to quit smoking.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ndtv.com

No Smoking Day 2024: Quit Smoking And Embrace A Healthier You

No Smoking Day 2024: According to the WHO, India is home to 12% of the world's smokers.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: miragenews.com

Menthol Cigarette Ban Ignored by One Million UK Adults

One in seven adults who smoke in Great Britain report using menthol-flavoured cigarettes despite UK legislation that aimed to curb their use, according to a new study by UCL researchers.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: kashmirvision.in

Tobacco: A threat to public health and environment

Tobacco consumption is the major cause of preventable death and illness. It kills half of its users prematurely, especially in their reproductive age.
For detail: kashmirvision.in
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: indiatoday.in

No Smoking Day 2024: 10 tips to quit smoking

No Smoking Day happens every year on the second Wednesday of March. It's a day to tell people about how bad smoking is for their health.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthshots.com

No Smoking Day: 5 foods to help quit smoking and what to avoid

These foods can help you ditch your smoking cravings! Image courtesy: Adobe Stock The tobacco epidemic is one of the most significant threats to public health in the world, claiming over 8 million lives annually, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
For detail: healthshots.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: gov.uk

Urgent call to smokers to make a quit attempt for No Smoking Day

Smokers in England are being urged to make a quit attempt this No Smoking Day to improve their health and wealth.
For detail: gov.uk
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: euronews.com

Toughest season': El Niño leaves tobacco farmers in Zimbabwe with less crops and lower prices

Tobacco auctioneers go through their drills during the opening of the tobacco selling season in Harare, Zimbabwe, Wednesday, March 13, 2024.
For detail: euronews.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: eurekalert.org

Smoking is an undertreated risk factor after a cancer diagnosis

Study highlights baseline survey results of a national quality improvement project led by the American College of Surgeons to improve smoking cessation support in cancer care Baseline Survey Results of Just ASK Quality Improvement Project.
For detail: eurekalert.org
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: etvbharat.com

No Smoking Day 2024 - 'Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference'

World Sleep Day is an awareness programme of World Sleep Society, founded by World Association of Sleep Medicine (WASM) and World Sleep Federation (WSF).
For detail: etvbharat.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dynamitenews.com

No Smoking Day: Why should you refuse to smoke?

New Delhi: No Smoking Day is observed globally on March 13 to spread awareness about the harmful effects of smoking on one’s overall health and well-being.
For detail: dynamitenews.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: contemporarypediatrics.com

Secondhand vape exposure detectable in children's saliva, breath

Investigators observe determinable and likely harmful levels of metabolite on children exposed to their parents' secondhand e-cigarette vapors.
For detail: contemporarypediatrics.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbsnews.com

Baltimore bans tobacco and nicotine products at city stadiums

BALTIMORE -- Mayor Scott put pen to paper Wednesday on a bill that bans all tobacco and nicotine products in city stadiums.
For detail: cbsnews.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Parents warned over vapes 'laced with additional substances'

A head teacher has warned children are at risk of "serious harm" from vapes that could be laced with additional substances.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Mar 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: atr.org

ATR Applauds House Republican Tobacco Harm Reduction Letter

On Monday, approximately 70 House Republicans, led by Rep. Richard Hudson (R-NC), signed an important letter urging the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to “expedite consideration of long-pending applications for smoke-free tobacco products that could improve public health by providing adult smokers access to less harmful options.
For detail: atr.org
Published Mar 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wkms.org

Ky. House passes bill aimed at cracking down on electronic cigarette sales to young people

A bill passed by the Kentucky House Monday looks to curb the sale of electronic cigarettes to young people.
For detail: wkms.org
Published Mar 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

TGA investigating telehealth websites prescribing nicotine vaping products for exclusive pharmacies

Australia’s drugs regulator is investigating several telehealth platforms that offer prescriptions only for nicotine vaping products, which experts warn could compromise patient care.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Mar 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theconversation.com

Australia’s restrictive vaping and tobacco policies are fuelling a lucrative and dangerous black market

Dr Martin has received funding from the Australian Institute of Criminology and the National Health and Medical Research Centre for research into illicit markets.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Mar 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rstreet.org

Testimony in Opposition to Rhode Island H 7225, A Bill Removing Access to Flavored Alternatives

My name is Jeff Smith, and I am a senior fellow on the Integrated Harm Reduction team at the R Street Institute, which is a nonprofit, nonpartisan public policy research organization.
For detail: rstreet.org
Published Mar 12, 2024
[PTC Cigarette]

Source: propakistani.pk

Illicit Cigarette Sale Spikes to 60% in South Punjab

Are you a cricket fan? If so, keep yourself updated on everything related to PSL with these pages: PSL Live Score PSL Points Table PSL Schedule PSL Highlights PSL Statistics The Pakistan Tobacco Company (PTC) shared the latest market trends and informed that the sale of illicit (smuggled, tax evaded and counterfeit) cigarettes has increased to around 60 percent in South Punjab, resulting in a loss of billions of rupees to the national exchequer.
For detail: propakistani.pk
Published Mar 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Smoking prevalence and purchasing of menthol cigarettes since the menthol flavour ban in Great Britain: a population-based survey between 2020 and 2023

Background: Menthol cigarettes have been banned in Great Britain (GB) since May 2020. Still, menthol accessories and unlabelled cigarettes perceived as mentholated are available, and people can buy menthol cigarettes overseas or illicitly.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Mar 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news9live.com

No Smoking Day 2024: What is the theme and what does it mean?

No Smoking Day is a global event and is annually observed on the second Wednesday of March.
For detail: news9live.com
Published Mar 12, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: ndtv.com

No Tobacco Day 2024: Understanding The Health Risks Of Secondhand Smoke

This year No Smoking Day will be observed on March 13 this year to create awareness about the destructive impacts of smoking and also motivate individuals to quit smoking.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Mar 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: local.gov.uk

Councils need extra funding for menthol cigarette ban

Responding to a study by University College London on the availability of menthol cigarettes despite a ban on the products, Cllr Heather Kidd, trading standards spokesperson for the Local Government Association said.
For detail: local.gov.uk
Published Mar 12, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: healthlinkbc.ca

Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products

When people think of tobacco products, they usually think of cigarettes.
For detail: healthlinkbc.ca
Published Mar 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: fingerlakes1.com

New York targets youth-oriented e-cigarette products

In a bold move to combat the rising trend of vaping among the youth, New York State lawmakers have introduced a bill aimed at banning e-cigarette products designed to appeal to children.
For detail: fingerlakes1.com
Published Mar 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dunyanews.tv

Pakistan among 74 countries where e-cigarettes aren't regulated

The WHO has urged governments to treat as vapes similarly to tobacco and ban all flavours.
For detail: dunyanews.tv
Published Mar 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: casaa.org

Tobacco Control’s Nervous Breakdown Over Vaping and More! Tobacco Harm Reduction News

Tobacco Control’s nervous breakdown over vaping. Zyn is not the new vaping.
For detail: casaa.org
Published Mar 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: business-standard.com

No Smoking Day 2024: All you need to know about best ways to quit smoking

No Smoking Day is celebrated every year across the world to spread awareness about the bad impacts of smoking.
For detail: business-standard.com
Published Mar 12, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: browndailyherald.com

Brown researchers discussed internal Juul document release, e-cigarette research

On Jan. 31, the Attorney General of North Carolina released internal documents of e-cigarette company Juul Labs revealing the company spent “significant sums” of money on political donations, think tanks and Washington lobbyists, all made public in a 2021 settlement.
For detail: browndailyherald.com
Published Mar 12, 2024
[FED Cigarette]

Source: bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com

A randomized controlled trial of potential tobacco policies prohibiting menthol flavor in cigarettes and e-cigarettes: a study protocol

Menthol cigarette use remains a large public health problem and disproportionately affects Black adults in the United States.
For detail: bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com
Published Mar 12, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Vapes sold to minors seized by Police in Gloucester

Gloucester Constabulary executed a warrant on a residential address near central Gloucester on 6 March.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Mar 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: apnews.com

Court upholds town bylaw banning anyone born in 21st century from buying tobacco products

BROOKLINE, Mass. (AP) — A Massachusetts town that adopted an unusual ordinance banning the sale of tobacco to anyone born in the 21st century is being looked at as a possible model for other cities and towns hoping to further clamp down on cigarettes and tobacco products.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Mar 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: apnews.com

Kentucky House passes bill meant to crack down on electronic cigarette sales to minors

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Legislation aimed at cracking down on the illegal sale of electronic cigarettes to young people and keeping unauthorized vaping products out of stores won passage in the Kentucky House on Monday.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Mar 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

TIMB Licenses 32 Contractors

Zimbabwe’s Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) has licensed 32 contractors to buy leaf this season, reports The Herald.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thehindu.com

Six held for selling banned e-cigarettes in Burma Bazaar, Anna Nagar

The police on Saturday and Sunday conducted searches at shops in Burma Bazaar and Anna Nagar and seized electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes).
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Mar 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: spectrumlocalnews.com

New York bill would ban e-cigarette products that appeal to children

A new bill is intended to ban the sale of e-cigarette products that resemble school supplies, toys, or are packaged in a way to appeal to minors.
For detail: spectrumlocalnews.com
Published Mar 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: publications.aap.org

Disposable E-Cigarette Use and Subsequent Use Patterns in Adolescents and Young Adults

Address correspondence to Dae-Hee Han, PhD, Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, 1845 N. Soto St, Los Angeles, CA 90032.
For detail: publications.aap.org
Published Mar 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Disposable E-Cigarette Use and Subsequent Use Patterns in Adolescents and Young Adults

Background and objectives: Disposable electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are widely used by adolescents and young adults (AYAs).
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Mar 11, 2024
[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 Mar 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Teen use of disposable e-cigarettes linked to persistent use patterns

Among adolescents and young adults (AYAs), the use of disposable electronic cigarette devices is associated with increased risks for persistent e-cigarette use patterns, according to a study published online on March 11 in Pediatrics.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Mar 11, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: e.vnexpress.net

Ministry of Finance wants 50% tax on e-cigarette atomizer

In a recent response to the Ministry of Health, which has advised the government to ban the imports of e-cigarettes due to health concerns, the finance ministry said that as the code of e-cigarette products were included in Vietnam’s list of exported and imported goods, it needed to impose a tax on such products in case the government allows their import in the future.
For detail: e.vnexpress.net
Published Mar 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Health bosses push for smoking law change

The new law would see the age at which people can buy tobacco products - currently 18 - increase by a year each year.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Mar 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Canada mulls putting warnings on each cigarette

Canada's government is proposing putting health warnings on individual cigarettes in what would be a world-first way of tackling the habit.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Mar 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wlwt.com

Proposed Kentucky bill aims to crackdown on teen vaping

NATIONWIDE, ESPECIALLY AMONG CHILDREN. A NEW BILL IN KENTUCKY IS LOOKING TO CRACK DOWN ON THIS EPIDEMIC.
For detail: wlwt.com
Published Mar 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: manilatimes.net

Can tech products help smokers quit?

BREAKTHROUGH technology products such as e-cigarettes, heated tobacco and Zyn nicotine pouch may lead to the end of smoking globally, reducing harm and diseases related to combustible cigarettes, according to harm reduction experts.
For detail: manilatimes.net
Published Mar 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wusf.org

Protesters are calling on DeSantis to veto proposed vaping regulations

Protesters speak out against a bill that would ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes in Florida at a demonstration on W.
For detail: wusf.org
Published Mar 09, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

The WHO Ignores Science Once Again, Claiming There is no Evidence Indicating The Smoking Cessation Benefits of Vapes

The World Health Organization (WHO) strikes again with another report urging lawmakers worldwide to set in place harsh measures against vaping, despite the real-world data indicating that prohibition does not work, and the science in favour of the products for smoking cessation.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Mar 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Analysts: UK Vape Tax Good for Tobacco Stock

Citi analysts have identified the U.K. government’s new excise tax on vaping products as an encouraging development for BAT and Imperial Brands, reports Proactive.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

HHS Smoking Cessation Framework is…

HHS Smoking Cessation Framework is Positive Step, But Administration Must Also Issue Final Rules Eliminating Menthol Cigarettes and Flavored Cigars Statement of Yolonda C.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published Mar 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nature.com

Current thinking about the effects of e-cigarettes on oral cancer risk

In the last decade there has been a significant increase in the appeal and popularity of e-cigarettes. Recent national news headlines outline that one million smokers will be given a free vaping starter kit to encourage them to give up tobacco products.
For detail: nature.com
Published Mar 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: hhs.gov

HHS Announces New Smoking Cessation Framework to Support Quitting

Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services unveiled a new Framework to accelerate smoking cessation and reduce smoking- and cessation-related disparities.
For detail: hhs.gov
Published Mar 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: business-standard.com

No Smoking Day 2024: Everything you need to know about harmful disease

National No Smoking Day is a yearly health awareness day in the UK, planning to inspire and support smokers to stop for good.
For detail: business-standard.com
Published Mar 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

French Continuing to Finance Tobacco: Report

Several French banks continue to finance the tobacco industry despite promises to stop doing so, according to a report commissioned by anti-smoking group Alliance Contre le Tabac (ACT), reports RFI.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 07, 2024
[Smoke Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Boost in Noncigarette Tobacco Use: U.K.

The number of people in the U.K. who smoke pipes, shisha and cigars has increased fivefold over the past 10 years, according to The Guardian.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nytimes.com

Top Senators Urge Stores to Stop Selling Illicit Vapes

Lawmakers want shopkeepers to remove e-cigarettes that were not authorized by the F.D.A. Retailers say it is not that simple.
For detail: nytimes.com
Published Mar 07, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: nature.com

Impact of electronic cigarette usage on the onset of respiratory symptoms and COPD among Chinese adults

The prevalence of dual usage and the relatively low cessation rate among e-cigarette (EC) users suggest that ECs have not demonstrated significant effectiveness as a smoking cessation tool.
For detail: nature.com
Published Mar 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nature.com

Should Italy ban disposable e-cigarettes?

There is growing evidence that disposable electronic cigarettes can be a gateway to cigarette smoking, especially for young people.
For detail: nature.com
Published Mar 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: campaignasia.com

Creative Minds: The clever brain behind the giant cigarette that tried to snuff out tobacco sales

In Creative Minds, we ask APAC creatives a long list of questions, from serious to silly, and ask them to pick 11 to answer.
For detail: campaignasia.com
Published Mar 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: 2minutemedicine.com

Including e-cigarettes in smoking cessation counseling increases tobacco abstinence

1. In this randomized controlled trial, participants who received free e-cigarettes in addition to counseling had greater continuous abstinence from smoking at six months compared to those who received standard-of-care counseling alone.
For detail: 2minutemedicine.com
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

On-Screen Tobacco Imagery Surges: Report

Tobacco imagery is surging in shows, social media, music videos and movies—including nearly every Best Picture nominee at the 2024 Academy Awards—according to the Truth Initiative.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Smokers Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Show Them the Numbers

To prevent nicotine pouches from being legislated out of the market, manufacturers must demonstrate the extent to which they are benefiting adult smokers, and quantify underage usage.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Cigar Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

STG Results ‘in Line with Expectations’

For the fourth quarter of 2023, net sales were DKK2.3 billion. Organic growth of 5 percent for net sales was driven by the group’s “growth enablers,” which in the fourth quarter accounted for close to 10 percent of group net sales, as well as an improved performance in the machine-rolled cigar business in Europe.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

British American Tobacco makes first donation to Nationals in over a decade amid vaping crackdown

British American Tobacco has publicly donated to an Australian political party for the first time in more than a decade, as the Albanese government prepared to introduce vaping reforms.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: technologynetworks.com

Vaping Negatively Impacts the Sleep Quality and Anxiety Levels in Young Adults

Researchers have revealed the relationship between vaping, sleep quality and mental health in young adults. Technology Networks Ltd.
For detail: technologynetworks.com
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rfi.fr

French banks accused of continuing to finance tobacco industry

Several French banks, including Société Générale, have financed the tobacco industry to the tune of over $5 billion since 2018, an anti-smoking group claimed in research published Wednesday.
For detail: rfi.fr
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Vaping Cigarette]

Source: reuters.com

Britain plans new tax on vaping from 2026

A woman holds an e-cigarette as she vapes on a street in Manchester, Britain March 6, 2024.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Using pod based e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches to reduce harm for adults with low socioeconomic status who smoke: A pilot randomized controlled trial

Introduction: Alternative Nicotine Delivery Systems (ANDS) such as e-cigarettes (EC) and oral nicotine pouches (ONP) may facilitate the substitution of smoking for those unwilling to quit.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

Researchers discover psychological factors that predict vaping uptake in non-smoking adults

University of Otago researchers have discovered three psychological factors that predict if a non-smoker will start vaping.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Smokers' views on e-cigarette harm worsen, matching or exceeding concerns for cigarettes

In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers examined trends in the perception of harm caused by electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) relative to combustible cigarettes among smokers in England.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Regular e-cigarette use could lead to premature vascular dysfunction, study finds

Tijana Simovic, a Ph.D. student at VCU, co-authored a recent study that shows young and regular users of e-cigarettes exhibit a reduced blood vessel function.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: local.gov.uk

Vaping tax ‘will help tackle pocket money prices’

We urge government to ensure the proceeds from the tax are specifically targeted for environmental, public health and enforcement purposes Commenting on the announcement of new duties on vaping products in the Budget, Cllr Kaya Comer Schwartz, Vice-Chair of the Local Government Association’s Community Wellbeing Board said.
For detail: local.gov.uk
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: financialpost.com

Opinion: Banning flavoured vapes would promote harm, not reduce it

Energized and ready, the Health Canada team is turning its attention to discouraging e-cigarettes in this country.
For detail: financialpost.com
Published Mar 06, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: eurekalert.org

Lung cancer cells protected from cigarette smoke damage, researchers find

New research shows how lung cancer cells can survive better and exhibit less cell damage when exposed to cigarette smoke in cell culture experiments compared to non-cancerous lung cells.
For detail: eurekalert.org
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Tax on vapes ‘is not a good idea’, says expert

As chancellor Jeremy Hunt prepares to unveil the March budget today, an expert has said the rumoured tax on vape liquids ‘really isn’t a good idea’.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Liverpool shops shut down after illegal vapes seized

Eight shops have been shut down and thousands of illegal vapes have seized as part of a city-wide crackdown.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Mar 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: academic.oup.com

Using pod based e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches to reduce harm for adults with low socioeconomic status who smoke: A pilot randomized controlled trial

Alternative Nicotine Delivery Systems (ANDS) such as e-cigarettes (EC) and oral nicotine pouches (ONP) may facilitate the substitution of smoking for those unwilling to quit.
For detail: academic.oup.com
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: usatoday.com

Cigarettes and cinema, an inseparable pair: Only one Oscar best picture nominee has no smoking

Nine out of of this year’s 10 Oscar nominees for best picture featured smoking scenes, including the Victorian-era dramedy "Poor Things" and the satirical literary comedy "American Fiction.
For detail: usatoday.com
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ucl.ac.uk

Non-cigarette tobacco smoking soared over last decade

There are around five times more people smoking non-cigarette tobacco in England now than there were a decade ago, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.
For detail: ucl.ac.uk
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: twin-cities.umn.edu

Only 1 in 4 rural US smokers attempted to quit during a one year period

While overall smoking rates among U.S. adults are declining, many communities remain disproportionately burdened by commercial tobacco use and the associated negative health consequences.
For detail: twin-cities.umn.edu
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Heated, Oral Tobacco Output Jumps in Russia

Cigarette manufacturers in Russia produced 182 billion cigarettes in 2023, reports CRPT, which operates the Honest Mark product labeling system.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Belarus Bans 47 Vapes

Belarus’ State Committee for Standardization has banned 47 types of electronic cigarettes from sale, reports Novosti.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: theguardian.com

Cancer warning after big rise in people smoking pipes, shisha and cigars in UK

The number of people smoking pipes, shisha and cigars in the UK has risen fivefold over a decade, and experts say this could lead to a rise in smoking-related cancers such as mouth and lung cancer.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theconversation.com

To stop teenagers vaping they need to see it as cringe, not cool

Emily Moorlock 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 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: surrey.ac.uk

Vaping worsens sleep quality and the mental health of young people

Vape use significantly impacts the sleep quality and anxiety levels of young adults, suggests a new study from the University of Surrey.
For detail: surrey.ac.uk
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sciencedaily.com

Smoking during pregnancy may increase the risk of behavioral disorders in newborns, predicts AI

Although several studies have linked smoking during pregnancy with neurodevelopmental disorders, the results of behavioral experiments in mice prenatally exposed to nicotine have been inconsistent.
For detail: sciencedaily.com
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: recyclingportal.eu

Joint statement calling for the ban of single-use e-cigarettes in the European Union, UK and EEA

The Associations FEAD CEWEP, EBRA, EERA, EuRIC, FERVER, Municipal Waste Europe and WEELABEX are calling for the ban of single-use e-cigarettes (vapes) by the end of 2024 due to the negative impact they have on the environment and the objectives of the circular economy.
For detail: recyclingportal.eu
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Prenatal exposure to nicotine could increase risk of behavioral disorders in newborns, study finds

Although several studies have linked smoking during pregnancy with neurodevelopmental disorders, the results of behavioral experiments in mice prenatally exposed to nicotine have been inconsistent.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.vcu.edu

Regular e-cigarette use could lead to premature vascular dysfunction, VCU study finds

Tijana Simovic, a Ph.D. student at VCU, co-authored a recent study that shows young and regular users of e-cigarettes exhibit a reduced blood vessel function.
For detail: news.vcu.edu
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.cancerresearchuk.org

Non-cigarette tobacco use soars, new study finds

Whilst overall prevalence is still low, there are around five times more people exclusively smoking non-cigarette tobacco in England now than there were a decade ago, according to a study funded by Cancer Research UK.
For detail: news.cancerresearchuk.org
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.cancerresearchuk.org

Non-cigarette tobacco use soars, new study finds

Whilst overall prevalence is still low, there are around five times more people exclusively smoking non-cigarette tobacco in England now than there were a decade ago, according to a study funded by Cancer Research UK.
For detail: news.cancerresearchuk.org
Published Mar 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: nbcmontana.com

Experts urge residents to properly dispose of e-cigarettes

The Gallatin City-County Health Department is encouraging residents to take advantage of a new way to dispose of e-cigarettes for free.
For detail: nbcmontana.com
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: miragenews.com

Non-cigarette Tobacco Smoking Soared Over Last Decade

There are around five times more people smoking non-cigarette tobacco in England now than there were a decade ago, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: mahoningmatters.com

‘Don’t put anything into your lungs:’ Risks of smoking, vaping e-cigarettes explained

Cigarette smokers have turned to electronic nicotine cigarettes to stop smoking.
For detail: mahoningmatters.com
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: krcrtv.com

Growing concerns over rising vaping trends among Shasta County students

Confiscated devices that were recently found at a Shasta County school. (photo courtesy of the Shasta County Tobacco Education Coalition){p}{/p} SHASTA COUNTY, Calif.
For detail: krcrtv.com
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: katu.com

Advocates push for flavored tobacco ban in Oregon, citing youth concerns

Monday, a group of advocates gathered at the state capitol demanding a ban on the sale of flavored tobacco, certain cigarettes and other smoking products.
For detail: katu.com
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: health-ni.gov.uk

NI to be included in new laws to tackle youth smoking and vaping

Health Minister Robin Swann has confirmed that NI will be included in Westminster’s Tobacco and Vapes bill subject to approval by the NI Assembly.
For detail: health-ni.gov.uk
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gmanetwork.com

Recto eyes ban on disposable vapes

Finance Secretary Ralph Recto on Tuesday floated the possibility of banning the sale of disposable vapes in the Philippines, which he said are mostly unregistered products.
For detail: gmanetwork.com
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: gateshead.gov.uk

Make a fresh quit for No Smoking Day

People who smoke in Gateshead are being encouraged to put smoking behind them this No Smoking Day for better health, more money and less stress.
For detail: gateshead.gov.uk
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Young people who vape ‘more likely to suffer anxiety and loneliness’

Young people in Britain are more likely to suffer from anxiety and loneliness if they vape. This is according to a new study carried out by the University of Surrey.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: citizen.co.za

Tobacco harm reduction

Branislav Bibic of Philip Morris Sub-Saharan Africa says smoke-free alternatives are a better choice than continuing to smoke.
For detail: citizen.co.za
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

Multan Customs Cracks Down on Illicit Tobacco Factory, Saves Billions in Tax Revenue

A decisive raid on an illicit cigarette factory in Multan exposes significant tax evasion and public health risks, marking a strong government response.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Nelson: Illegal vapes and tobacco seized in shop raids

Nearly 600 packs of illegal tobacco and £9,000 worth of vapes have been seized following tip-offs. Oversized vapes were among items confiscated during a series of raids in Nelson, trading standards said.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: alaskasnewssource.com

Alaska Senator pushes revised youth tobacco/e-cigarette bill

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) -The Alaska Legislature is taking another swing at passing a law to address concerns over the long-term health effects related to kids smoking at an early age, specifically with electronic smoking devices.
For detail: alaskasnewssource.com
Published Mar 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: academic.oup.com

Trends in Exclusive Non-Cigarette Tobacco Smoking in England: A Population Survey 2013–2023

The UK Government intends to implement a “smokefree generation” policy prohibiting the sale of all tobacco products to people born after 2008.
For detail: academic.oup.com
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

UKVIA Seeks Clarity on Advertising Notice

The U.K. Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) is seeking clarification following the recent Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) enforcement notice on the prohibition of vaping ads on social media.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

New Tobacco Control Measures in Russia

Russia has strengthened state control over the production and circulation of tobacco and nicotine-containing products, effective March 1, reports Mail.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

PMI Sued Over Zyn

In the first major legal challenge to oral nicotine pouches, a consumer has sued Philip Morris International over its popular Zyn brand, saying the product is addictive and harmful to young people, reports BNN Bloomberg.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: time.com

Zyn Is the New Vaping

Not so long ago, Juul was seen as the new Marlboro. Smoking wasn’t that cool anymore—rates had plummeted among U.S.
For detail: time.com
Published Mar 04, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: talkingretail.com

CAP announces social media vape ad crackdown

The Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) has announced a crackdown on social media vape advertising with a notice to advertisers, and the launch of focused monitoring to find and ban rule-breaking ads.
For detail: talkingretail.com
Published Mar 04, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: seatca.org

Global youths challenge governments to protect them from the tobacco industry

Bangkok, 4 March 2024: Young people from Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas, Australia, and Oceania made themselves heard throughout the Tenth Session of the Conference of Parties (COP10) to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control that recently concluded in Panama.
For detail: seatca.org
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rnz.co.nz

The tobacco industry language that found its way into ministerial papers

A few weeks before Christmas, as ministers in the just-formed National-led government were settling into the Beehive, a set of notes was sent from the office of new Associate Health Minister and NZ First MP Casey Costello to a group of health officials.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pulsetoday.co.uk

Smokers’ views on harms of vaping worsened in recent years

Perceptions of the safety of vaping have worsened considerably over the past decade amongst people who smoke, a UK study has found.
For detail: pulsetoday.co.uk
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pmi.com

Philip Morris International’s U.S. Business Champions Female Economic Growth in Connecticut with Record-Setting $5 Million Investment Through New Partnership with Women’s Business Development Council

In honor of Women’s History Month and in advance of International Women's Day, investment and partnership support female economic empowerment and equality through entrepreneurship STAMFORD, Conn.
For detail: pmi.com
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Selecting an e-cigarette for use in smoking cessation interventions and healthcare services: findings from patient and public consultation for the COSTED trial

Objectives: The Cessation of Smoking Trial in the Emergency Department (COSTED) trial aims to ascertain whether brief advice, the provision of an e-cigarette starter kit and referral to stop smoking services (SSS), increases smoking cessation in people attending the emergency department.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.cuanschutz.edu

Nicotine Trend Spreading on TikTok Packs a Potentially Dangerous Punch

The latest nicotine trend touted on social media could be the stealthiest and most dangerous yet. Called Zyn pouches, TikTok influencers are targeting teenagers with promises that the discreet way of getting a nicotine jolt can do everything from enhancing masculinity to providing a powerful “buzz.
For detail: news.cuanschutz.edu
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

Recent tobacco smoking, restaurant and in-car secondhand smoke exposure are associated with depressive symptoms among young adults: a population-based cross-sectional analysis

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the association between recent tobacco smoking, household secondhand smoke exposure, confined space secondhand smoke exposure and depressive symptoms in young adults after adjustments for each other.
For detail: nature.com
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: mja.com.au

Vaping triples among young Australians

There is growing concern young Australians are taking up e-cigarettes, with experts saying school students are motivated to vape by seeing their peers use the devices in “school bathrooms or playgrounds”.
For detail: mja.com.au
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Mythbusting young Australians' overestimation of vaping among peers

E-cigarette use is seen as widespread, common and normal among young Australians even though hard data indicate that the clear majority of teens have not vaped, a first-of-its-kind study from The Australian National University (ANU) shows.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: liverpoolexpress.co.uk

Liverpool City Council continues to successfully target illegal vape sales

Liverpool City Council’s zero-tolerance approach against retailers who sell dangerous vapes is continuing to have an impact.
For detail: liverpoolexpress.co.uk
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: investing.com

Philip Morris International backs women entrepreneurs with $5 million investment

STAMFORD, Conn. - Philip Morris International (NYSE: NYSE:PM) has announced a partnership with the Women's Business Development Council (WBDC) to support female economic empowerment in Connecticut.
For detail: investing.com
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: india.com

Israel Is Raising Tobacco Taxes

The purchase tax is set to increase for various tobacco based commodities including unprocessed tobacco, cigarettes, other vaping tobacco, a tobacco heating device that includes tobacco units, and tobacco heating device.
For detail: india.com
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: fox4news.com

Dallas City Council considers adding vaping to smoke-free ordinance

DALLAS - The city of Dallas is considering updating its smoke-free ordinance to include vaping.
For detail: fox4news.com
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: filtermag.org

Why It Matters That Tobacco Harm Reduction Brightens Smiles

People who switch from cigarettes to smoke-free nicotine options have whiter smiles than those who continue to smoke, a study has found.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Mar 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: brookdalecc.edu

Free Program to Quit Smoking or Vaping

If you’ve been thinking of quitting smoking or vaping, there’s no time like the present. Smoking remains the single, largest preventable source of death and illness in the world.
For detail: brookdalecc.edu
Published Mar 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

Generation Next - The Impact Of Vaping

Vaping, which seeks to offer a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes, has become one of the most popular trends in societies both locally and abroad.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Mar 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: drugs.com

How to Stop Smoking

You will improve your health and the health of others around you if you stop smoking.
For detail: drugs.com
Published Mar 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Vaping in mental health inpatient units: A qualitative study of consumer and staff views on electronic nicotine delivery systems

Objectives: The aim of this qualitative study was to explore the subjective experiences of consumers and staff members regarding the availability of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) in inpatient mental health units.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Mar 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: verywellhealth.com

How to Quit and Stay Off Vaping

Vaping is inhaling nicotine particles with an electronic cigarette, or e-cigarette.
For detail: verywellhealth.com
Published Mar 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: uab.edu

Cigarette Smokers: Interested in a novel research approach to quitting smoking at no cost to you?

University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking cigarette smokers who would like to quit smoking for participation in a scientific research study.
For detail: uab.edu
Published Mar 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tobacco Control’s Nervous Breakdown

Innovation in the recreational nicotine market is revolutionizing the tobacco industry and disrupting tobacco control.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 01, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Versatile Verification

Fluxcode’s solution has been designed to be flexible so that both small and large companies can comfortably operate it.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 01, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

After Disposables

It is opportune for the industry to revisit the fundamental purpose of vaping—harm reduction and providing a superior consumer experience.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 01, 2024
[Drug Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

FDA Urged to Follow the Science

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) should open the marketplace for electronic nicotine delivery systems to products with varied characteristics so that those interested in alternative nicotine products can access them, according to R Street resident senior fellow Jeffrey Smith.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Ireland Prepares Vape Tax

The government of Ireland is working to introduce a tax on e-cigarettes in 2025, reports The Irish Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Mar 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: northlanarkshire.gov.uk

Illicit tobacco and nicotine vape haul seized

More than 46,000 illicit cigarettes and 1,600 non-compliant nicotine vapour products have been seized by our Trading Standards team from two premises in Wishaw.
For detail: northlanarkshire.gov.uk
Published Mar 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Frequency of cigarette smoking and its associated factors among men in East Africa: a pooled prevalence analysis of national survey using multinomial regression

Background: Despite the harmful effects of smoking, there have been few studies to pinpoint the factors of this habit, and little is known about it in the East African region.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Mar 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

UCL study highlights misconceptions about vaping risks among English smokers

More than half of smokers in England wrongly believe that vaping is more harmful or as harmful as smoking, according to a new study led by UCL (University College London) researchers.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Mar 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Large-scale study explores link between smoking and DNA changes across six racial and ethnic groups

Smoking changes the way genes are expressed, which later contributes to the development of lung cancer and other smoking-related illnesses.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Mar 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: keck.usc.edu

Large-scale study explores link between smoking and DNA changes across six racial and ethnic groups

Scientists from the Keck School of Medicine of USC conducted one of the largest multiethnic studies to date of smoking and epigenetics, research that could eventually lead to better ways to predict smoking-related disease risk.
For detail: keck.usc.edu
Published Mar 01, 2024
[Smoking NCD]

Source: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com

Frequency of cigarette smoking and its associated factors among men in East Africa: a pooled prevalence analysis of national survey using multinomial regression

Despite the harmful effects of smoking, there have been few studies to pinpoint the factors of this habit, and little is known about it in the East African region.
For detail: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com
Published Mar 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Northern Ireland could be part of smoking ban bill

"While vaping can play a role in supporting smoking cessation, the public health advice remains clear - if you don't smoke or vape, keep it that way," said Health Minister Robin Swann.
For detail: bbc.com

News Excerpts of Feb-2024

Published Feb 29, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tribune.net.ph

Gov’t agencies urged to protect health policies from tobacco industry interference

HealthJustice on Thursday urged the government to protect health policies from tobacco industry interference after the Philippines failed to advance public health interest during the global summit on tobacco control held in Panama.
For detail: tribune.net.ph
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Poland Mulling Ban on Disposables

Polish Health Minister Izabela Leszczyna is mulling a ban on the sale of disposable electronic cigarettes, according to the Polish edition of Business Insider.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tax Would Restrict Harm Reduction to the Rich

The U.K. risks becoming a harm reduction country for the wealthy only, according to the World Vapers Alliance (WVA).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

E-cig Harm Perceptions Worsening: Study

Harm perceptions of e-cigarettes have worsened substantially over the last decade among adult smokers in England, according to a study published by Jama Network Open.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: the-star.co.ke

State announces crackdown on illegal nicotine products

The government has announced a crackdown on illegal nicotine products and unauthorised medicines across the country.
For detail: the-star.co.ke
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: themandarin.com.au

Vape shops could close as government eyes sales ban

The sale of vapes could be banned within months with retailers coming into focus as the next battlefront in the war on vaping.
For detail: themandarin.com.au
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thehill.com

A 5-alarm fire: Stopping the youth vaping epidemic

The decline in cigarette smoking rates among American youth, one of the great public health successes of the early 21st century, may soon be completely overshadowed by failures to stop a new nicotine addiction epidemic: vaping.
For detail: thehill.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

‘No intention of stopping’: New Zealand online vape seller vows to ignore Australia’s new import ban

A New Zealand online vape seller is taunting the Albanese government over its vaping reforms, telling customers “we have no intention of stopping” vape shipments because of “one twat in Canberra”, presumably in reference to the federal health minister, Mark Butler.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Smoking compared with vaping

Back in my 20s, I was a regular “party smoker”, sparking up on a night out with friends, or heading outside for a cheeky fag during a raucous dinner party.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news24.com

WATCH

Bhekisisa explores the debate surrounding e-cigarettes and the upcoming Tobacco Bill, which is expected to be passed by Parliament in 2024.
For detail: news24.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.yahoo.com

New Zealand government revokes cigarette ban for next generation

New Zealand has overturned laws that would have banned the sale of cigarettes to future generations, the government said on Thursday.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: miragenews.com

Smokers Misjudge Vaping as Harmful as Smoking, UCL Finds

More than half of smokers in England wrongly believe that vaping is more harmful or as harmful as smoking, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: mindanaotimes.com.ph

Doctors should distinguish nicotine from smoke-experts

PANAMA CITY–Healthcare professionals should study the difference between nicotine and smoke to effectively address the needs of adult smokers, tobacco harm reduction advocates said.
For detail: mindanaotimes.com.ph
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medriva.com

Australia Battles Rising Vape Culture Among Youth with Influencer-Led Campaigns and Strict Reforms

In a world where the allure of quick fixes and instant gratification holds sway, the Australian government is taking a stand against an emerging threat to its younger population: the rising trend of vaping.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Most smokers wrongly believe vaping is at least as harmful as smoking, says study

Trends in the Perception of E-Cigarettes as Less Harmful Than Cigarettes Among Adults Who Smoke in England. Credit: JAMA Network Open (2024).
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalrepublic.com.au

Vaping triples, tobacco continues its descent

The steady decline in smokers over the past two decades should not lull us into a false sense of security.
For detail: medicalrepublic.com.au
Published Feb 29, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: lismoreapp.com.au

New survey shows smoking rates continue to decline while vaping triples

Less than 10% of people in Australia are smoking daily, while the use of e-cigarettes tripled between 2019 and 2022–2023, survey results from Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) show.
For detail: lismoreapp.com.au
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kbc.co.ke

State to crackdown on illegal Nicotine products

The government has announced a crackdown on illegal Nicotine products and unauthorized medicines across the country.
For detail: kbc.co.ke
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: independent.co.uk

Misconceptions around vaping could stop millions of smokers quitting

Misconceptions about the harms of vapes compared to cigarettes could put smokers off quit attempts, researchers have warned.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Feb 29, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: healthjustice.ph

HealthJustice strongly urged the government to protect our health policies from tobacco industry interference after the Philippines failed to advance public health interest during the global summit on tobacco control held in Panama.

“Hindi ko nilalahat Senior Deputy Executive Secretary [Hubert Guevarra], but may mga kasama din kasi kayo talaga sa COP na known advocates of the tobacco industry.
For detail: healthjustice.ph
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: glamadelaide.com.au

Major smoking and vaping bans come into effect from tomorrow

Smoking and vaping in a raft of outdoor public spaces will be banned from tomorrow with new fines in place for those flouting the law.
For detail: glamadelaide.com.au
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: forbes.com

E-Cigarettes Can Help Smokers Quit

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 28 million Americans smoke tobacco (11% of US adults).
For detail: forbes.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: epigram.org.uk

Opinion

The emergence of disposable vapes, with their extensive range of fruity flavours, have been significantly marketed towards underage users.
For detail: epigram.org.uk
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: edweek.org

Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Teens’ Tobacco and Nicotine Use?

A high school principal displays vaping devices that were confiscated from students in such places as restrooms or hallways at the school in Massachusetts on April 10, 2018.
For detail: edweek.org
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dawn.com

Smoking cessation clinic established in Peshawar’s LRH

PESHAWAR: The Lady Reading Hospital has established a smoking cessation clinic to help people addicted to smoking cigarettes.
For detail: dawn.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cspdailynews.com

FDA Warns Online Retailers for Selling Illegal E-Cigarettes

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued warning letters to five online retailers for selling unauthorized e-cigarette products.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cosmosmagazine.com

Australia’s vaping rates have tripled since 2019, highest in young people

In concerning news a new survey shows rates of current e-cigarette use and vaping in Australia have tripled since 2019 – from 2.
For detail: cosmosmagazine.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: citizen.digital

Gov’t to begin crackdown on illegal nicotine products

The Tobacco Control Board, together with the Pharmacy and Poison Board will begin a crackdown on illegal nicotine products and other authorised medicines.
For detail: citizen.digital
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bmj.com

People before profits: why we need a coherent health policy approach to tobacco, alcohol, and unhealthy food

In England, the harms from tobacco, alcohol, and unhealthy food have reached unacceptable levels. The damage caused by these products is serious and often grave.
For detail: bmj.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: beechtreenews.com

Beech Tree News Network

Vapes confiscated from students at Butler County schools. HB 11 is aimed at keeping vaping products that have not been granted authorization by the FDA out of Kentucky stores.
For detail: beechtreenews.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Smokers increasingly overestimate vaping risk - study

Fewer smokers in England now see vaping as less harmful than cigarettes, despite evidence tobacco is far worse for health and e-cigarettes can help smokers quit, data suggests.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bangordailynews.com

Banning flavored tobacco is about a healthy economy

The BDN Opinion section operates independently and does not set news policies or contribute to reporting or editing articles elsewhere in the newspaper or on bangordailynews.
For detail: bangordailynews.com
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ama.com.au

Vapes for nicotine cessation: Who, What and How?

The AMA provides members with a summary of the recent TGA/RACGP webinar offering guidance for doctors on the prescribing of e-cigarettes for nicotine cessation.
For detail: ama.com.au
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc.net.au

It's a nightmare': Vaping crackdown continues

The crackdown on vapes is becoming an increasing challenge for authorities as demand for them continues to grow.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Feb 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: 9news.com.au

New vaping laws to extend to new outdoor spaces in South Australia

A million new GP visits needed for government anti-vaping reforms, study says.
For detail: 9news.com.au
Published Feb 28, 2024
[NCD E-Cigarette]

Source: wunc.org

NCDHHS is educating students on the dangers of vaping and how to quit

E-cigarettes were first made widely available in 2011.
For detail: wunc.org
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wfla.com

Vape shop owner says Florida vaping ban proposal would create unfair advantage

LARGO, Fla. (WFLA) — Florida lawmakers are one step closer to limiting which vape products are sold on store shelves, but at least one vape shop owner says the proposal would unfairly hurt businesses.
For detail: wfla.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: weather.com

Vapers More Susceptible to COVID-19 Than Tobacco Smokers, Reveals Study; E-Cigarette Users Urged to Quit

While tobacco smokers are known to have worse COVID-19 outcomes, a new study showed that vapers are more susceptible to infection by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
For detail: weather.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vice.com

The Australian Government Is Hiring Anti-Vape Influencers

As part of its vape crackdown that launched on January 1, the federal government will pay several Australian influencers to make and promote anti-vaping content for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Twitch to counter tobacco-company-backed "vapefluencers".
For detail: vice.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ucl.ac.uk

Most smokers wrongly believe vaping is at least as harmful as smoking

More than half of smokers in England wrongly believe that vaping is more harmful or as harmful as smoking, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.
For detail: ucl.ac.uk
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Shisha]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Sindh Bans Shisha and E-cigs in Public

The government of Sindh, Pakistan, has banned the use of shisha and e-cigarettes in public places.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: threeforksvoice.com

Gallatin City-County Health Department Collaborates with Solid Waste Management to Establish E-Cigarette Disposal Program

Over 75% of e-cigarette users don't dispose of their devices properly, with a majority of them putting these devices in the trash.
For detail: threeforksvoice.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thestar.com.my

Helping smokers wean off that nicotine addiction when they decide to quit

Quit smoking clinics are available in public hospitals and health clinics throughout the country to help smokers quit their habit when they are ready.
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

‘Kids are doing this everywhere’: New Zealand wrestles with rise of primary school vaping

Principals, youth workers and parents are seeing the effects of vaping in the classroom, and at ever younger ages Feeling lost and angry over the death of his father, Lucas Sykes started vaping in 2021 after his friends suggested it would help the grieving process.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tbsnews.net

Lancet article spotlights global successes in tobacco harm reduction

As Bangladesh addresses its smoking prevalence challenge, a recent Lancet article sheds light on effective tobacco harm reduction (THR) strategies adopted in different countries and how it helped their smoking cessation strategy.
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: statista.com

Prevalence of smoking for males Indonesia 2000-2020

The male smoking rate in Indonesia saw no significant changes in 2020 in comparison to the previous year 2019 and remained at around 71.
For detail: statista.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scitechdaily.com

New Study: Vaping Increases COVID-19 Infection Risk

A study by the University of California, Riverside, indicates that vaping can increase susceptibility to COVID-19 due to certain e-liquid components, but the risk can be lowered with the addition of benzoic acid.
For detail: scitechdaily.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: presstelegram.com

Whether anti-vaping activists like it or not, vaping helps smokers quit

This month, the New England Journal of Medicine released the results of a study on the effectiveness of e-cigarettes for smoking cessation.
For detail: presstelegram.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nzdoctor.co.nz

Shameful repeal of Smokefree law will result in more tobacco harm, deaths

The Government's shameful repeal of the Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products (Smoked Tobacco) Amendment Act 2022 will condemn thousands of Kiwis to prolonged tobacco addiction, harm and preventable death.
For detail: nzdoctor.co.nz
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: newsinfo.inquirer.net

Many doctors misinformed about tobacco harm reduction

Public health experts report that many doctors and other healthcare professionals lack accurate information about tobacco harm reduction (THR), limiting options for adult smokers seeking more effective smoking cessation methods.
For detail: newsinfo.inquirer.net
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: mirror.co.uk

Do you think vaping is worse than smoking? Take our poll and have your say

Many see vaping as a great way to cut back on traditional cigarettes, a step on the ladder to one day stopping for good.
For detail: mirror.co.uk
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medriva.com

Study Finds Irregular Meals and E-Cigarette Use Increase Headache Risks in Youth

Imagine the daily hustle of a typical family morning - the rush to get ready for school or work, often leaving little time for what many consider the most important meal of the day: breakfast.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

For young people, irregular meals, e-cigarette use linked to frequent headaches

For children and teens, irregular meals such as skipped breakfasts are linked to an increased risk of frequent headaches, according to a new study published in Neurology.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: manilastandard.net

Doctors asked to study facts about nicotine, harm reduction

PANAMA CITY–Public health experts urge medical professionals to learn the science behind nicotine and tobacco harm reduction (THR) to accurately inform people struggling with smoking.
For detail: manilastandard.net
Published Feb 28, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: irishtimes.com

New tax on vape and e-cigarette products from next year

Finance Minister says move aimed at ‘insidious’ and ‘deliberate’ marketing of vapes towards young people Terry Prone: ‘If I bought shares, my socialist father would turn in his grave’ Access to cash rules are unfair on banks and could deter new players from entering the Irish market.
For detail: irishtimes.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: health.gov.au

Next steps of vaping reform and launch of influencer-led youth vaping campaign

The Australian Government’s world leading vaping reforms are progressing, with the next stage of import restrictions taking effect from 1 March, as well as the launch of a government communications campaign targeting youth vaping.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: health.gov.au

Helping young Australians learn about the harms of vaping

We’re raising awareness about the harms of vaping and helping young people go vape-free.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published Feb 28, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: fda.gov

FDA Warns Five More Online Retailers for Selling Unauthorized E-Cigarettes Popular with Youth

On Feb. 28, FDA announced the issuance of warning letters to five online retailers for selling unauthorized e-cigarette products.
For detail: fda.gov
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: businesslive.co.za

Why the tobacco bill treats e-cigarettes like smokes

Are vapes healthier than traditional cigarettes? The vaping and tobacco industries would have us believe that they are, but doctors and researchers are sceptical.
For detail: businesslive.co.za
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

India Bans E-Cigarettes: Mothers Against Vaping Applauds, Urges Global Action

India's ban on e-cigarettes through the PECA 2019 legislation sets a global example in prioritizing public health over the proliferation of new-age gateway devices.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

Innovative Smoking Cessation Clinic Opens at Lady Reading Hospital, Peshawar Aims to Curb Nicotine Addiction

Lady Reading Hospital (LRH) in Peshawar takes a significant step in combating nicotine addiction with the launch of a smoking cessation clinic.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

Study Links Skipped Meals, E-Cigarette Use to Increased Headache Risk in Youth

A recent study in Neurology reveals the impact of irregular meal patterns on headaches in youth.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Ministers consider new vaping tax at Budget next week

The government is considering announcing a new tax on vapes at the Budget next week.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Feb 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc.net.au

Influencers recruited in anti-vape campaign as import crackdown continues

Ellyse Perry will front a government campaign to discourage young Australians from vaping.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wrvo.org

NY program aims to help young people quit vaping

New York state is expanding a program meant to encourage teens and young adults to quit vaping. The number of teen smokers in New York state has dropped dramatically.
For detail: wrvo.org
Published Feb 27, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: vapingpost.com

Should the Tobacco Industry be Included or Excluded From the Tobacco Harm Reduction Discourse?

In response to discussions which took place at the WHO's FCTC COP10 held earlier this month, multiple headlines sounded the alarm about the involvement of the tobacco industry in scientific and tobacco control events and efforts.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tribuneindia.com

Vaping may increase susceptibility to Covid infection: Study

Certain chemicals found in electronic cigarettes may make vapers more susceptible to COVID-19 infection, according to a study.
For detail: tribuneindia.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tradingview.com

Imperial Brands down as reports on possible UK vape tax loom

** Shares in cigarette maker Imperial Brands IMB down 4.
For detail: tradingview.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

U.K. Poised to Announce Vaping Levy

U.K. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is expected to announce a “vaping products levy” during the presentation of the government budget on March 6, reports The Guardian.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Penalties for Unauthorized Elf Bars

On Feb. 26, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the filing of complaints for civil money penalties (CMPs) against 20 brick-and-mortar retailers for the sale of unauthorized Elf Bar e-cigarettes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thewest.com.au

EDITORIAL: Rise of e-cigarettes a health disaster waiting to happen

When the famous anti-smoking commercial posthumously featuring Oscar-winning Russian actor Yul Brynner first aired in 1986, 31 per cent of Australians were smokers.
For detail: thewest.com.au
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Budget 2024: Jeremy Hunt considers new vaping tax and NI cut

Jeremy Hunt is preparing to use next week’s budget to launch a duty on vaping alongside tax cuts for workers before a general election.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sydney.edu.au

Nicotine pouches are being marketed to young people But are they safe

Flavoured nicotine pouches are being promoted to young people on social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram.
For detail: sydney.edu.au
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: spectator.co.uk

Tory switchers less keen on Sunak’s smoking ban

It’s the threat the Tories really fear: a high-profile defection at the beginning of an election year.
For detail: spectator.co.uk
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: rte.ie

How vaping has an unhealthy impact on indoor air quality

Policies related to vaping products, especially their use indoors, are lax, vary across countries and have fewer restrictions.
For detail: rte.ie
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

New Zealand set to scrap world-first tobacco ban

February 27, 202411:48 AM GMT+5Updated 2 hours ago WELLINGTON, Feb 27 (Reuters) - New Zealand will repeal on Tuesday a world-first law banning tobacco sales for future generations, the government said, even while researchers and campaigners warned of the risk that people could die as a result.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: phillytrib.com

25% of smokers quit within 1 to 2 years of menthol bans

About a quarter of menthol smokers quit within a year or two when the substance is banned from cigarettes.
For detail: phillytrib.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: odt.co.nz

Shameful' bill to repeal anti-smoking law hits House

Data disproves the government's claims that reducing the number of tobacco retailers would lead to an increase in ram raids, according to a public health professor.
For detail: odt.co.nz
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: odishabhaskar.in

Vaping Can Make You More Prone To Covid Infection: Study

A recent study published in the American Journal of Physiology reveals that certain chemicals found in electronic cigarettes may increase susceptibility to COVID-19 infection.
For detail: odishabhaskar.in
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nzdoctor.co.nz

Repeal of smokefree laws means thousands will die, researchers warn

The repeal of Aotearoa’s world-leading smokefree legislation means thousands of New Zealanders will continue to die needlessly from smoking-related diseases, researchers at the University of Otago, Wellington, warn.
For detail: nzdoctor.co.nz
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nzdoctor.co.nz

Smokefree Amendment Bill introduced

The Government has today introduced an Amendment Bill that will repeal three parts of the previous Government’s planned changes to regulate smoked tobacco.
For detail: nzdoctor.co.nz
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nst.com.my

[UPDATED] Msia's illicit cigarette trade declines, but vaping trend surges

The 2023 full-year Illicit Cigarettes Study (ICS) reveals a noticeable decline of 1.9 percentage points from 41.4 per cent in 2022, attributed to a better cooperation with the police and Customs Department.
For detail: nst.com.my
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Comprehensive vaping bans are associated with lower odds of initiation into electronic nicotine delivery systems use among young people

Measurement: We examined comprehensive indoor vaping bans (i.e. 100% vape-free workplaces, restaurants and bars) as a key factor in initiation into ENDS use (i.e.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: newsx.com

Study Finds Vaping Increases Susceptibility To SARS-CoV-2 Infection

Scientists took samples from human donors to create They used cells from the lungs. 3D models of human bronchial epithelium exposing tissues to JUUL and BLU e-cigarette aerosols to assess the effects of SARS-CoV-2.
For detail: newsx.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Hunt Considers New UK Vaping Tax at Budget to Protect Health

The potential move on March 6 would come as part of a wider package that aims to reduce overall taxation, with Hunt still debating whether the headline announcement will be to lower income tax or to cut national insurance, a payroll tax.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Will there be a vaping tax? Government considers new levy

The UK Government is considering the introduction of a tax on vaping in the Budget next week. Vaping products are subject to VAT but, unlike tobacco, they are not subject to excise duty, making them cheaper to purchase.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Will there be a vaping tax? Government considers new levy

The UK Government is considering the introduction of a tax on vaping in the Budget next week.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.sky.com

Spring budget 2024: What to expect - from tax cuts to vaping duty

With a general election fast approaching, there has been speculation that Chancellor Jeremy Hunt could cut taxes.
For detail: news.sky.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.abplive.com

New Zealand, First Nation To Legally Ban Tobacco, Reverses Law

New Zealand, which had implemented the world's first tobacco ban law, is now set to reverse it amid heavy criticism.
For detail: news.abplive.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: newindianexpress.com

Vaping may increase susceptibility to Covid infection: Study

NEW DELHI: Certain chemicals found in e-cigarettes may make vapers more susceptible to COVID-19 infection, according to a study.
For detail: newindianexpress.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ndtv.com

New Zealand Set To Scrap World's First Law Banning Tobacco Sales

Set to take effect from July, the toughest anti-tobacco rules in the world would have banned sales to those born after Jan.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medriva.com

Vaping Linked to Higher COVID-19 Risk, Study Finds: A Closer Look at the Science and Solutions

In a world still grappling with the impacts of COVID-19, a recent study from the University of California, Riverside (UCR) has cast new light on the potential risks associated with vaping.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medriva.com

New Zealand's Controversial Reversal: The Repeal of a Groundbreaking Anti-Smoking Law

In a bold move that has both startled and dismayed public health advocates globally, New Zealand is set to repeal a pioneering anti-tobacco law, initially celebrated as a significant leap forward in the global fight against smoking.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: khaleejtimes.com

UAE: Parents discover daughter's vaping habit after visit to doctor for breathlessness

A 17-year-old high school student, Nada (surname withheld for privacy reasons), was displaying symptoms like breathlessness and chest discomfort for quite some time following physical activities, such as sports, at her school.
For detail: khaleejtimes.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kentuckytoday.com

Vape users susceptible to virus that spreads COVID, study finds

FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Those who vape are susceptible to infection by SARS-CoV-2, the virus that spreads COVID-19 and continues to infect people around the world, a University of California, Riverside, study has found.
For detail: kentuckytoday.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: insider.fitt.co

Social Media Fuels Teen Nicotine Use

What’s happening: Sales of oral nicotine pouches increased six-fold from 2019–22. Sold as a smoking alternative, pouches provide a nicotine fix without the harmful effects of tobacco.
For detail: insider.fitt.co
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: independent.co.uk

New Zealand repeals world-first smoking ban passed by Jacinda Ardern

New Zealand is repealing the world’s first smoking ban passed under former prime minister Jacinda Arden’s government to pave the way for a smoke-free generation amid backlash from researchers and campaigners over its risk to Indigenous people.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: filtermag.org

New England Journal of Medicine Backs Vapes as Harm Reduction

Earlier in February, the New England Journal of Medicine published both a study highlighting the harm reduction efficacy of vapes and an accompanying editorial, stating that “US public health agencies and professional medical societies should reconsider their cautious positions on e-cigarettes for smoking cessation.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Feb 27, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: explorebigsky.com

Gallatin County health department and waste management establish e-cigarette disposal

The Gallatin City-County Health Department has collaborated with the Gallatin County Solid Waste Management to create an e-cigarette disposal program.
For detail: explorebigsky.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dtnext.in

Vaping can make you more prone to Covid infection: Study

The electronic cigarettes typically contain an e-liquid, made up of nicotine, propylene glycol, vegetable glycerin, and flavour chemicals.
For detail: dtnext.in
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Vaping tax to be considered by the government

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is expected to announce a new tax on vaping at next week’s budget to protect the public’s health.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: deccanherald.com

Vaping may increase susceptibility to Covid infection: Study

New Delhi: Certain chemicals found in e-cigarettes may make vapers more susceptible to Covid-19 infection, according to a study.
For detail: deccanherald.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: csnews.com

FDA Levels Penalties Against Retailers Over Elf Bar Sales

SILVER SPRING, Md. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is once again taking action against tobacco retailers for selling Elf Bar vapor products.
For detail: csnews.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: businessinsider.in

Vaping can enhance vulnerability to infection with SARS-CoV-2: Study

Los Angeles [US], February 27 (ANI): According to a study, vapers are susceptible to infection by SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 and continues to infect people all over the world.
For detail: businessinsider.in
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

Rethinking Public Health: The Urgent Need for Tobacco Harm Reduction in Black Communities

Discover the dialogue on tobacco harm reduction in Harlem, highlighting the challenges faced by marginalized communities and the push for health equity.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

New Zealand's Government to Repeal Landmark Anti-Smoking Law, Sparking Wide Criticism

Discover the unexpected decision of the New Zealand government to repeal a groundbreaking anti-tobacco law, sparking debate on public health, minority communities, and the future of anti-smoking efforts.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bdaily.co.uk

A UK company has the solution to help quit disposable vapes for good

Over the past year, disposable vapes have been hitting the headlines for all of the wrong reasons.
For detail: bdaily.co.uk
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Trading standards seize almost 2,000 illegal vapes

Trading standards officers have seized almost 2,000 illegal single-use vapes from five businesses.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Over-sized' vapes 16 times legal limit seized

It comes as Lincolnshire Trading Standards reveals vapes more than 16 times the legal limit have been seized from shops in the county.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: aol.com

Ministers consider new vaping tax at Budget next week

The government is considering announcing a new tax on vapes at the Budget next week. Currently, vaping products are subject to VAT - but unlike tobacco, they are not also subject to a separate levy.
For detail: aol.com
Published Feb 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

What are nicotine pouches? Are they safe to use, and why has the government banned them?

Health authorities are increasingly concerned about the illegal sale of a new nicotine product luring in young people and gaining traction across Australia.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

Quit Your Way stop-smoking support

A short video on the reasons to quit smoking and the support available from the free NHS Quit Your Way stop-smoking service.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wsj.com

Cigarettes Are Losing Their Hold on the Nicotine Fix

In 2023, the number of cigarettes sold in the U.S. shrank by around 8%, double the long-term average.
For detail: wsj.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: usnews.com

New Zealand Set to Scrap World-First Tobacco Ban

WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand will repeal on Tuesday a world-first law banning tobacco sales for future generations, the government said, even while researchers and campaigners warned of the risk that people could die as a result.
For detail: usnews.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Scotland to Ban Single-Use Vapes

The sale and supply of single-use vapes in Scotland will be banned effective April 1, 2025, under new proposed legislation. The recommendation to ban single-use vapes follows a consultation on “Creating a Smoke-Free Generation and Tackling Youth Vaping” that ran across Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland last year.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Experts Urge Greater Urgency in Tackling Smoking

The nongovernmental organization Healthy Initiatives convened an international forum Feb.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Ireland: Illegal Factory Shut Down

Irish Revenue and Customs officers, in cooperation with the national police service, shut down an illegal tobacco factory in north Dublin, seizing over €630,000 ($683,550.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: talkingretail.com

ACS sets out disposable vape ban concerns in letter to Scottish minister

ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) has written to the Scottish minister for green skills, circular economy and biodiversity Lorna Slater MSP, raising concerns about the impact that a ban on disposable vapes would have on responsible retailers.
For detail: talkingretail.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[FCTC Cigarette]

Source: seatca.org

Protect our children from tobacco industry greed and bullying disguised as ‘harm reduction’

Every day, pediatricians like me see children struggling with addiction, impaired brain development, anxiety, depression and other challenges caused by smoking cigarettes, e-cigarettes or heated tobacco products.
For detail: seatca.org
Published Feb 26, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: scoop.co.nz

CAPHRA Calls Out Who/FCTC's Disregard For Tobacco Harm Reduction And Transparency

In a striking critique of the World Health Organization (WHO) and its Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), the Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) today voices profound concern over the organizations' apparent disregard for the human rights of adults who smoke, and those who use safer nicotine products but also showing disdain for those member states who support “Tobacco Harm Reduction” and have included it in their policies to eliminate combustible tobacco use by accusing them of being influenced by industry.
For detail: scoop.co.nz
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sciencemediacentre.org

expert reaction to smoking/vaping and suicide attempts among children

A study published in JAMA Network Open looks at the use of tobacco products and suicide attempts among children.
For detail: sciencemediacentre.org
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: retailwire.com

Cigarettes Are Losing Their Pull Over Consumers Seeking a Nicotine Fix

Smokers in the U.S. are shifting from cigarettes to other options available on the market, such as vapes, at a more rapid pace than anticipated, and tobacco giants are feeling the pressure, according to The Wall Street Journal.
For detail: retailwire.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[FBR FCTC FED Cigarette]

Source: pakobserver.net

High FED rates on cigarettes: a win-win for revenue and public health

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistani government has raised the Federal Excise Duty (FED) on cigarettes, leading to a notable increase in revenue while reducing cigarette consumption.
For detail: pakobserver.net
Published Feb 26, 2024
[FCTC Cigarette]

Source: opinion.inquirer.net

Protect our children from tobacco industry greed and bullying disguised as ‘harm reduction’

Every day, pediatricians like me see children struggling with addiction, impaired brain development, anxiety, depression and other challenges caused by smoking cigarettes, e-cigarettes or heated tobacco products.
For detail: opinion.inquirer.net
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newsroom.co.nz

Why curtailing tobacco outlets won’t increase crime

Examination of police data on ram raids suggests these crimes are decreasing and that only a minority target tobacco products.
For detail: newsroom.co.nz
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Vaping increases susceptibility to COVID-19 infection, study finds

Vapers are susceptible to infection by SARS-CoV-2, the virus that spreads COVID-19 and continues to infect people around the world, a University of California, Riverside, study has found.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newportnewstimes.com

Oregon earns failing grade for flavored tobacco products

Cigarettes (copy) A new report from the American Lung Association urges local and state elected officials to focus on restricting the sale of flavored tobacco products to reduce the burden of tobacco use.
For detail: newportnewstimes.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: nature.com

Smoking and diabetes cause telomere shortening among alcohol use disorder patients

The length of telomeres located at the ends of chromosomes has attracted attention as an indicator of cellular and individual aging.
For detail: nature.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medriva.com

New Study Reveals Vaping Could Heighten COVID-19 Risk, With a Twist on Prevention

In the midst of a global health crisis that has reshaped our lives and introduced a lexicon once foreign to many—SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19, social distancing—a new layer of complexity emerges from the halls of the University of California, Riverside.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medriva.com

Menthol Cigarette Bans Show Promise in Smoking Cessation Efforts, Studies Find

Imagine a world where the allure of menthol cigarettes, with their cool, minty freshness that masks the harshness of tobacco smoke, is no longer a temptation for millions.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: livemint.com

Govt grants interest-free loans to Andhra tobacco growers

The tobacco industry employs approximately 36 million people, including six million farmers and 20 million farm laborers India is the world’s second-largest tobacco producer after China and accounts for 9% of total global production.
For detail: livemint.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[FBR FCTC FED Tobacco]

Source: ibcenglish.net

Rethinking Tobacco Taxation in Pakistan: A Call for Immediate Reforms

The Framework Convention on Tobacco Control[i] (FCTC) aims to mitigate the adverse impacts of tobacco consumption.
For detail: ibcenglish.net
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

Vaping: Know the Truth: Youth Vaping Prevention & Resources to Quit

Media tour conducted discussing how since Vaping: Know the truth launched, the curriculum has reached more than one million students across the country in less than three years.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: eveningreport.nz

Nicotine pouches are being marketed to young people on social media. But are they safe, or even legal?

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Becky Freeman, Associate Professor, School of Public Health, University of Sydney Flavoured nicotine pouches are being promoted to young people on social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram.
For detail: eveningreport.nz
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: eurekalert.org

Study reveals parental smoking and childhood obesity link transcends socio-economic boundaries

A study into parental smoking and childhood obesity has challenged previous notions by revealing that the links between the two are not confined to a specific socio-economic group.
For detail: eurekalert.org
Published Feb 26, 2024
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]

Source: dailypost.ng

Urgent action needed against tobacco epidemic in Nigeria

The World Health Organization, WHO, has revealed a stark reality for Nigeria, reporting an estimated 13 million smokers and linking over 16,000 deaths annually to smoking-related causes.
For detail: dailypost.ng
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cumberland.gov.uk

Trading Standards continue illegal vape crackdown

Cumberland Trading Standards Service are continuing with their new year crackdown on the sale of illegal vapes in Cumberland.
For detail: cumberland.gov.uk
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businesstoday.in

Indians Spending Less On Food But More On Footwear, Entertainment And Tobacco

The latest report from the National Statistical Organisation (NSO) indicates notable shifts in the monthly spending and consumption habits of Indian households.
For detail: businesstoday.in
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: business-standard.com

Govt waives penalty, approves interest-free loan of FCV tobacco growers

The Ministry of Commerce & Industry have announced measures to support tobacco growers impacted by heavy rainfall, drought in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka.
For detail: business-standard.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

New Study Links Vaping to Increased COVID-19 Susceptibility, Highlights Protective Role of Benzoic Acid

Explore a groundbreaking study revealing the unforeseen association between vaping and increased susceptibility to COVID-19.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

Swiss Parliament Spring Session Tackles Climate, Tobacco, and Youth Voting Rights

The Swiss Parliament's spring session delves into key legislative decisions, from climate action and tobacco advertising to voting age changes and infrastructure investments.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Feb 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

Nigeria’s Battle with Tobacco: A Fight Against Industry Interference and Public Health Crisis

Delve into Nigeria's battle against the tobacco industry, the challenges faced in enforcing regulations, and the call for reform to protect public health.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Feb 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: theguardian.com

Like cigarettes, junk food should come with a warning: ‘Can kill’

Only regulation will stop fast food firms churning out products we are evolutionarily hardwired to find it difficult to resist The 1970s was a confusing decade in which to be a smoker.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Feb 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theconversation.com

Nicotine pouches are being marketed to young people on social media. But are they safe, or even legal?

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 Feb 25, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: news.sky.com

Vape ads on social media 'need to stop' as regulator announces crackdown

The Committee of Advertising Practice said it had sent enforcement notices to vape manufacturers and retailers with clear rules and underlining that ignorance was not an excuse, adding it would not hesitate "to apply sanctions" against those "unwilling or unable to comply".
For detail: news.sky.com
Published Feb 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: mirror.co.uk

Drinking delicious drink can help you quit vaping and smoking cigarettes

Ahead of the ban on disposable vapes, smokers may be thinking about how to quit the horrible habit for good so an expert has recommended a healthy drink that could help curb cravings An expert says there's a tasty drink that can not only help people to stop smoking and vaping but could also repair some of the damage that's been done.
For detail: mirror.co.uk
Published Feb 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healio.com

Smoking, high BMI drive relationship between PAD, major depressive disorder

You've successfully added Cardiology: Genetics/Genomics to your alerts.
For detail: healio.com
Published Feb 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailytarheel.com

UNC partners with UCSF to house public depository after Juul settlement

UNC's University Libraries has partnered with the University of California, San Francisco to create an online public depository containing millions of documents concerning a settlement between the state of North Carolina and electronic cigarette brand Juul Labs, according to a Jan.
For detail: dailytarheel.com
Published Feb 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailyrepublic.com

For Your Health: Vapes and e-cigarettes: What are you really inhaling?

Puffing clouds has become the latest cool thing. But before the smoke fogs your mind, let’s find out what you are really inhaling.
For detail: dailyrepublic.com
Published Feb 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: aol.com

NYC Lawmakers Vote to Ban Flavored Vaping Products

New York City lawmakers have voted to ban flavored electronic cigarettes. The City Council voted Tuesday to ban all e-cigarette and e-liquid flavors except tobacco.
For detail: aol.com
Published Feb 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sciencedirect.com

Association between environmental tobacco smoke exposure and diabetes: Results from the NHANES 2013–2016 and mendelian randomization analysis

The relationship between environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) exposure at different locations and diabetes remains unclear.
For detail: sciencedirect.com
Published Feb 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ntvkenya.co.ke

BAT reports strong demand for its Velo nicotine pouches

BAT Kenya has reported strong growth in the consumption of its nicotine pouches branded Velo, indicating the company’s opportunity to grow in the new product category and reduce its reliance on mainstay cigarettes.
For detail: ntvkenya.co.ke
Published Feb 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: northernnewsnow.com

Cloquet schools set to install vape detectors

CLOQUET, MN. (Northern News Now) - Vaping or using e-cigarettes is a fast-growing trend among young people across the country.
For detail: northernnewsnow.com
Published Feb 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: mirror.co.uk

More than 4.5million adults in the UK alone admit to using e-cigarettes daily or occasionally - but what exactly happens to our body when you decide to stop vaping for good?

Vaping has become as quintessentially British as drinking tea and queuing - with millions hooked on fruit flavoured nicotine.
For detail: mirror.co.uk
Published Feb 24, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: kbzk.com

It loves to start the landfill on fire': Gallatin County sets its sights on reducing e-cigarette waste

BOZEMAN — Vaping has become increasingly popular among the younger generations. But did you know that along with being a health hazard, the way you dispose of e-cigarettes can also cause environmental issues? “I don't know how to dispose of one.
For detail: kbzk.com
Published Feb 24, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: edition.mv

Maldivians traveling to India have been advised not to carry vapes and e-cigarettes

Maldivian travelers bound for India are advised against carrying vapes and e-cigarettes, according to a recent social media post by the national airline Maldivian.
For detail: edition.mv
Published Feb 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: casaa.org

Vaping Advocates Protest in Utah and More! Tobacco Harm Reduction News

Vaping advocates protest PMTA bill in Utah. Another study finds vaping is safer than smoking.
For detail: casaa.org
Published Feb 24, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

Crackdown in Noida: Police Uncover Cross-Border E-Cigarette Smuggling Ring

Uncover the intricate details of the smuggling network uncovered in Noida, involving e-cigarettes and cannabis. Explore the challenges faced by law enforcement and the impact on public health.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Feb 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Single-use vapes could be banned in Scotland by April 2025

It follows a UK-wide consultation last year, with the date agreed by the devolved governments and Westminster.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Feb 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Thousands of illegal vapes seized at Humber port

North Lincolnshire Council uses underage volunteers to try and buy vapes from shops Trading standards officers have intercepted "tens of thousands of illicit vapes" at a Humber port.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Feb 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

PMI Resumes Leaf Purchases in Tanzania

Philip Morris International will build a cigarette factory in Morogoro and buy at least 12 million kg of Tanzanian tobacco annually over the next five years, reports The Citizen.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Duty Free Group Welcomes Illicit Trade Investigation

The Duty Free World Council (DFWC) has welcomed the decision of Parties to the Illicit Trade Protocol to proceed with evidence-based research to “ascertain the extent of illicit trade in tobacco products related to duty free sales” as mandated by Article 13.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Menthol Ban Would Lead Many To Quit: Paper

Banning the sale of menthol cigarettes would likely lead to a meaningful reduction in smoking rates, according to a new paper in Nicotine & Tobacco Research, published by Oxford University Press.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 23, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Comparison of the effects of active and passive smoking of tobacco cigarettes, electronic nicotine delivery systems and tobacco heating products on the expression and secretion of oxidative stress and inflammatory response markers. A systematic review

Objectives: This work attempts to summarize current knowledge on the effects of active and passive smoking of cigarettes, electronic nicotine delivery systems and tobacco heating products on the expression and secretion of oxidative stress and inflammatory response mediators, and on their possible impact on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease development.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Feb 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

Dentists back disposable vapes ban

The British Dental Association (BDA) has backed Government moves to ban disposable vapes, which have been widely criticised for being marketed to younger users.
For detail: nature.com
Published Feb 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: nationthailand.com

FB page questions Customs math regarding confiscated e-cigarettes

Facebook page “Manoodkwan” (smoking man) on Thursday posted a question directed to Thailand’s Customs authorities about alleged e-cigarettes worth 1.
For detail: nationthailand.com
Published Feb 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medscape.com

HPV and Tobacco: Dangerous Lesions

PARIS — Cancer and tobacco are a dangerous combination. This adage holds particularly true for cervical cancer, which is induced by high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV).
For detail: medscape.com
Published Feb 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: massgeneralbrigham.org

Tips to Stop Smoking

You might associate cigarette smoking with lung disease or lung cancer. But smoking can harm nearly every organ of the body, from the heart to the reproductive system.
For detail: massgeneralbrigham.org
Published Feb 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: longmontleader.com

Vape users needed for focus group on device disposal

Boulder County Public Health and the Public Works Department are looking for a few volunteers who currently vape or have previously vaped to take part in a focus group from 6 to 8 p.m.
For detail: longmontleader.com
Published Feb 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: globenewswire.com

The Canadian Vaping Association calls on the federal government to maintain science-based vaping regulations

BEAMSVILLE, Ontario, Feb. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Vaping Association (CVA) is dedicated to promoting tobacco harm reduction (THR) strategies for adults while endorsing policies that safeguard youth from nicotine addiction and exposure.
For detail: globenewswire.com
Published Feb 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

3 Tobacco Stocks Grabbing Attention on Solid Industry Trends

The Zacks Tobacco industry participants have been focused on strengthening their arms in the smoke-free product arena owing to consumers’ rising health consciousness.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Feb 23, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: filtermag.org

The WHO Prioritizes Youth Who Don’t Smoke Over Adults Who Do

The World Health Organization recently held its 10th Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC).
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Feb 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: ebn.bmj.com

Using effective interventions to prevent E-cigarette initiation among children and youth

We and our 33 partners store and/or access information on a device, such as unique IDs in cookies to process personal data.
For detail: ebn.bmj.com
Published Feb 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dunyanews.tv

Call for raising taxes on tobacco items

ISLAMABAD (APP) - Health advocates have stressed the need for raising tobacco taxes, specifically targeting cigarettes, in order to curb smoking.
For detail: dunyanews.tv
Published Feb 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: desmoinesregister.com

Are you trying to quit vaping? So are a lot of Americans.

A new study shows Iowans are more likely than some of their peers to be looking for ways to quit.
For detail: desmoinesregister.com
Published Feb 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: deseret.com

Utah lawmakers consider ban on flavored vapes; business owners say it helps Big Tobacco

Although flavored e-cigarette cartridges can only be sold in specialty tobacco stores that are limited to those over the age of 21, lawmaker says younger teenagers often have no problem purchasing flavored vapes 29716350.
For detail: deseret.com
Published Feb 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bath.ac.uk

Fighting for attention: How to educate youth about the dangers of e-cigarettes?

The risks of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are fiercely debated. Nonetheless, it is clear e-cigarettes are not without risk, especially for children and young adults.
For detail: bath.ac.uk
Published Feb 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: abc45.com

Rockingham Schools explains success of vape detectors to combat e-cigarette usage

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, N.C. — More than 2.5 million middle and high school students reported e-cigarette use in 2022, and the age they're starting is getting younger and younger, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
For detail: abc45.com
Published Feb 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wsoctv.com

SC health officials to address youth vaping epidemic

LANCASTER, S.C. — South Carolina health leaders will talk to local parents about the epidemic of youth vaping on Thursday night.
For detail: wsoctv.com
Published Feb 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wbrc.com

About a quarter of menthol cigarette smokers quit after menthol ban, study says

(CNN) – New research shows menthol cigarette bans may actually work when it comes to getting people to quit smoking.
For detail: wbrc.com
Published Feb 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Ispire Technology Adds Partners

Ispire Technology Inc. has partnered with Touchpoint World Wide Inc. dba Berify, a platform specializing in linking physical products to the digital world, digital engagement and brand protection, and Chemular International Inc.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thesun.co.uk

How many vapes can you take on a plane?

VAPING is a popular alternative to traditional smoking, and if you are going abroad you may wish to take your vapes, disposables and e-liquids with you.
For detail: thesun.co.uk
Published Feb 22, 2024
[PTC Tobacco]

Source: thefridaytimes.com

Multinational Tobacco COs Flout Federal Excise Act, Undermine Public Health

The spotlight is on the government to enforce existing regulations and safeguard public health from the detrimental impact of multinational tobacco companies prioritizing profits over well-being.
For detail: thefridaytimes.com
Published Feb 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: restorationnewsmedia.com

School board outlines plans to combat teen vaping

Wake County school officials outlined Tuesday night how the district plans to spend the funding it received as part of a class-action lawsuit payout last year with the e-cigarette maker JUUL.
For detail: restorationnewsmedia.com
Published Feb 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pakobserver.net

Experts for raising more taxes on tobacco items

ISLAMABAD – Health advocates emphasized the need to raise tobacco taxes, specifically targeting cigarettes, to curb smoking effectively.
For detail: pakobserver.net
Published Feb 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nytimes.com

A Quarter of Smokers Quit Under Menthol Bans, Study Finds

As public health groups pressure the Biden administration to impose a ban on menthol cigarettes, research suggests similar moves in other countries have led to lower smoking rates.
For detail: nytimes.com
Published Feb 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

The Rising Use of E-Cigarettes: Unveiling the Health Risks and Controversies

The use of e-cigarettes has tremendously increased in recent times due to the widespread availability of e-cigarettes in diverse flavors, reduced cost compared to regular cigarettes, and misconception of being comparatively safe, which have led to around 2.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Feb 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kyuk.org

Bethel City Council divided about adding nicotine products like vapes to the local tobacco tax

Among Alaska teens, nicotine consumption is on the rise, primarily through vapes and smokeless tobacco products like snuff or iqmik.
For detail: kyuk.org
Published Feb 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: geo.tv

Speakers for raising more taxes on tobacco items

Health advocates stress need for raising tobacco taxes, specifically targeting cigarettes, in order to curb smoking A no smoking sign is placed on the office building window in the centre of Warsaw, Poland May 12, 2017.
For detail: geo.tv
Published Feb 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: fox35orlando.com

Increased vape, e-cigarette waste starting to impact beaches, marine life

Vape use is skyrocketing, and researchers are worried about how the waste could hurt coastal ecosystems.
For detail: fox35orlando.com
Published Feb 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fda.gov

A Year in Review: FDA’s Progress on Tobacco Product Regulation in 2023

At the FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products (CTP), we have kicked off 2024 productively, making several decisions on premarket applications, issuing warning letters and civil money penalties for selling unauthorized e-cigarettes, and announcing the continuation of the Population Assessment on Tobacco and Health (PATH) study.
For detail: fda.gov
Published Feb 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: deseret.com

Opinion: Disposable vape products are illegal. Why are they easily accessible to youth?

These illegal products are designed with youth-enticing flavors like ‘rainbow cotton candy’ and made to look like highlighters or cartoon characters Teens remain vulnerable to vaping due in part to illegal disposable vape products from China.
For detail: deseret.com
Published Feb 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cornellsun.com

Study Gives Insight Into How E-Cig Warning Labels May Affect Smokers

Encouraging cigarette smokers to switch to e-cigarettes conflicts with the goal of discouraging e-cigarette use by young people.
For detail: cornellsun.com
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wpsdlocal6.com

Southern 7 Health Department educating teens about vaping

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS — The Southern 7 Health Department is trying to strengthen vaping prevention education for teenagers.
For detail: wpsdlocal6.com
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

A New Reality

Since Russian forces crossed the Ukrainian border on Feb. 24, 2022, tobacco business on both sides of the conflict has been a roller-coaster ride.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 21, 2024
[CTC-Pak Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Health Groups Urge Pouch Prescriptions

Leading health organizations are urging Canadian lawmakers to crack down on flavored nicotine products and make nicotine pouches available upon prescription only.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: time.com

How to Get 4.5 Million Americans to Quit Smoking

You wouldn’t think it would be easy to get nearly 4.5 million Americans—the equivalent of the entire state of Louisiana or Kentucky—to give up smoking.
For detail: time.com
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thesouthern.com

Southern 7 increases vaping prevention education for teens

In January, Illinois updated the Smoke Free Illinois Act (SFIA) by passing a new state law that prohibits e-cigarette use in indoor public spaces and outdoors within 15 feet of any entrance, exit, open window or ventilation intake of a public place of employment.
For detail: thesouthern.com
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: theregreview.org

Clearing the Cloud on E-Cigarette Regulation

Scholar calls for regulation to counter cigarette addiction while limiting increased vaping among non-smokers.
For detail: theregreview.org
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sydney.edu.au

Why has it been difficult to create smoke-free areas in Indonesia?

Indonesia has one of the highest smoking rates globally. In 2021, the Ministry of Health estimated there are 69.1 million smokers, the third largest number in the world behind only China and India.
For detail: sydney.edu.au
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sph.unc.edu

Menthol cigarette bans could lead nearly a quarter of smokers to quit

Researchers in the Department of Health Behavior at the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health have published a new paper today in Nicotine & Tobacco Research which finds that banning the sale of menthol cigarettes could lead to a meaningful reduction in smoking rates.
For detail: sph.unc.edu
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pirg.org

Disposable Vapes: Dangerous, Damaging, and just Dumb

Litter has received a futuristic update. We used to see cigarette butts, wrappers, and coffee cups on our sidewalks.
For detail: pirg.org
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Menthol cigarette ban would likely lead to meaningful reduction in smoking rates

A new paper in Nicotine & Tobacco Research, published by Oxford University Press, finds that banning the sale of menthol cigarettes would likely lead to a meaningful reduction in smoking rates.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newcastleworld.com

5% of all North East teenagers vape according to youth e cigarette data

The study, conducted by leading vape retailer Go Smoke Free, examined the percentage of teenagers regularly using e-cigarettes across England, according to the NHS, to determine the regions with the highest levels of youth vaping in England - with the North East seeing some of the highest rates.
For detail: newcastleworld.com
Published Feb 21, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: medriva.com

The Impact of WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control on Global Smoking Prevalence

Recent statistical analyses have highlighted the efficacy of the World Health Organization's Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) in reducing smoking prevalence.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: itweb.co.za

SARS deploys CCTV tech to beat illicit tobacco

Budget 2024: The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is deploying CCTV and related technologies at licensed tobacco manufacturers, to address the high levels of illicit tobacco.
For detail: itweb.co.za
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: indiatoday.in

Karnataka set to ban hookah bars, cigarette sale to those below 21

The Karnataka government has imposed a blanket ban on hookah bars across the state and imposed a fine of up to Rs 1 lakh for violators.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

A doctor explains why Elf and Geek vapes are seriously bad for you

If you've been out to a pub, club or bar as of late, or even just scrolling through TikTok, it's likely you'll have seen a few (read: a lot) of people with a colourful, disposable vape in their hands.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: educationhq.com

Govt measures helping, but research reveals high cost of vaping

Researchers have warned that the increased prevalence of vaping could ultimately cost the Australian health system upwards of $180 million each year, just from a portion of users taking up tobacco smoking.
For detail: educationhq.com
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: edition.cnn.com

A quarter of smokers quit within a year or two of menthol bans, researchers find

The US Food and Drug Administration has said that a menthol ban is a “top priority,” but public health advocates have accused the Biden administration of dragging its feet, and the ban has gotten caught up in election-year politics despite research showing clear health benefits.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businesstoday.in

Karnataka bans hookah bars, use of tobacco products in public places under new Bill

The ban has been imposed after amending the existing Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA) in order to safeguard the health of its citizens and stem the tide of tobacco-related diseases.
For detail: businesstoday.in
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bnnbloomberg.ca

Altria Plans New Blueberry Vape Products — and Will Keep Them Away From Kids

A person exhales vapor while using an electronic cigarette device in New York, U.S., on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2020.
For detail: bnnbloomberg.ca
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bigislandnow.com

Study shows most youth vaping in the State of Hawai‘i live on the Big Island

The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health and the Hawaiʻi Public Health Institute relaunched a campaign to combat the epidemic of youth vaping.
For detail: bigislandnow.com
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: apr.org

Alabama taking part in "Great American Spit Out" to spread awareness about smokeless tobacco

Alabama joins the nation in taking part in the Great American Spit Out on Thursday, Feb. 22, a tobacco-free holiday to help spread awareness about the dangers of using smokeless tobacco like chew, and helping others quit.
For detail: apr.org
Published Feb 21, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: afro.who.int

Uganda steps up efforts to protect the public from secondhand tobacco smoke

StatisticsDavid Komaketch is a 37-year-old man who lives in Mbale, Uganda. A father of three, David was constantly exposed to tobacco smoke, which has put him at risk of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases.
For detail: afro.who.int
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: advancedsciencenews.com

Making spider silk from tobacco plants

Renowned for its strength, flexibility, and compatibility with human tissue, spider silk is a tantalizing material for biomedical researchers.
For detail: advancedsciencenews.com
Published Feb 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc11.com

Wake County Schools to fund new anti-vaping initiatives from JUUL settlement money

The plan put forth Tuesday would fund eight new initiatives in the district aimed at curbing student vaping and tobacco use.
For detail: abc11.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

Infertility linked to vapes

While e-cigarettes or vapes were supposed to be healthier alternatives, it turns out they carry similar risks to cigarettes.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wkyc.com

How to tell if your teen is vaping: Mom Squad with 3News' Maureen Kyle

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: wkyc.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Accelerate tobacco and e-cigarette control measures: WHO

The World Health Organization is calling on countries in South-East Asia Region to intensify efforts to control tobacco and e-cigarette use, as despite steep decline over the years tobacco consumption in the Region continues to be the highest globally, and vaping is on the rise.
For detail: who.int
Published Feb 20, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Accelerate tobacco and e-cigarette control measures: WHO

The World Health Organization is calling on countries in South-East Asia Region to intensify efforts to control tobacco and e-cigarette use, as despite steep decline over the years tobacco consumption in the Region continues to be the highest globally, and vaping is on the rise.
For detail: who.int
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: vaping360.com

Financial Analyst: Disposable Vapes Killing Altria's Cigarette Sales

Analysis published last week by Barclays Research—the investment research arm of the multinational bank—suggests that U.S.
For detail: vaping360.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Concern about secondhand smoke does not warrant Britain’s generational tobacco ban.

In recent weeks, I have spoken to hundreds of people about the British government’s plan to ban the sale of tobacco to anyone born after 2009.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

The Looming Backlash

The calls from Representative Chuck Schumer to “crack down” on Zyn nicotine pouches may harsh the buzz around the office.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Australians back stronger regulation on vapes including a ban, study finds

Australians are concerned about the widespread availability of illegal vapes and many support a ban, new research has found.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Australia detains alleged key player in North Korean tobacco smuggling scheme after US request

A Chinese national has been quietly arrested and detained in Australia for 11 months at the request of US authorities investigating an alleged tobacco smuggling conspiracy that generated an estimated A$1.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: thedailystar.net

Unite against tobacco, vaping: Saima Wazed

In a decisive call to nations within its South-East Asia Region, the World Health Organisation is emphasizing the urgent need to escalate actions against the consumption of tobacco and the growing trend of e-cigarette use.
For detail: thedailystar.net
Published Feb 20, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: scoop.co.nz

CAPHRA Highlights Flaws In Tobacco Control And Rise Of Black Market

The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) today issued a stark warning about the unintended consequences of current tobacco control policies, including the alarming rise in the illicit tobacco trade and the unjust vilification of tobacco harm reduction advocates.
For detail: scoop.co.nz
Published Feb 20, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: pd.co.ke

Embracing smoking alternatives will save many lives

Public health policymakers from across the globe are meeting in Panama this week to brainstorm how best to reduce the 8.5 million annual deaths due to smoking-related disease.
For detail: pd.co.ke
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: northjersey.com

Zyn nicotine pouches could present health risks: What you need to know

After children in previous generations were urged to avoid cigarettes and vapes, flavored nicotine pouches like Zyn have become the latest product viewed, at least in the eyes of some members of the public, as a potential safer alternative.
For detail: northjersey.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Electronic nicotine delivery system: a narrative review on growing threat to tobacco control and health of the young Indian population

PMID: 38369380 DOI: 10.1515/ijamh-2023-0008 The electronic cigarette (EC) was developed as an alternative to cigarette smoking.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Feb 20, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: newsx.com

World Health Organization Urges Quick Implementation of Tobacco and E-Cigarette Controls

According to an official statement, the World Health Organization on Tuesday urged nations in the Southeast Asia Region to step up efforts to reduce tobacco and e-cigarette use.
For detail: newsx.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: newsdrum.in

Accelerate tobacco, e-cigarette control measures: WHO to Southeast Asian countries

New Delhi, Feb 20 (PTI) The World Health Organization has called on countries in the Southeast Asian region to intensify efforts to control tobacco and e-cigarette use, as tobacco consumption in the region continues to be the highest globally despite considerable decline over the years and vaping is on the rise.
For detail: newsdrum.in
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Facebook adverts mislead on 'benefits' of nicotine pouches

Australia's Therapeutic Goods Administration regulatory authority has warned it has not approved any nicotine pouch products as treatments to help smokers kick their habit after a series of misleading Facebook adverts circulated online.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newagebd.net

Saima Wazed urges all to stand against tobacco, vaping

In a decisive call to nations within its South-East Asia Region, the World Health Organisation is emphasising the urgent need to escalate actions against the consumption of tobacco and the growing trend of e-cigarette use.
For detail: newagebd.net
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

A novel technique to study the solutions of time fractional nonlinear smoking epidemic model

The primary goal of the current work is to use a novel technique known as the natural transform decomposition method to approximate an analytical solution for the fractional smoking epidemic model.
For detail: nature.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medriva.com

E-Cigarettes for Smoking Cessation: A Boon or a Bane?

The increasing prevalence of smoking and the associated health risks have necessitated effective strategies for smoking cessation.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medriva.com

E-cigarettes in Smoking Cessation: An Effective Tool or a Double-Edged Sword?

The ESTxENDS trial, a comprehensive study conducted across five sites in Switzerland, aimed to investigate the efficacy and safety of electronic nicotine-delivery systems (e-cigarettes) as a smoking-cessation aid.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicine.yale.edu

Kong Edits Special Issue of Nicotine Tobacco Research

Grace Kong, PhD, associate professor of psychiatry, is co-editor of a special issue of Nicotine Tobacco Research titled, “Advances in Social Media Research to Reduce Tobacco Use Supplement.
For detail: medicine.yale.edu
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Young adults with cognitive disabilities and major depressive episodes found more likely to vape nicotine

In 2022, 14% of high school students and 3% of middle school students reported using e-cigarettes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

High cost of vaping in Australia revealed

QIMR Berghofer researchers have warned that the increased prevalence of vaping could ultimately cost the Australian health system upwards of $180 million each year, just from a portion of users taking up tobacco smoking.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kmvt.com

The South Central Public Health District says with new tobacco free products nicotine can still cause health issues

TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — According to a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, fewer high schoolers are vaping.
For detail: kmvt.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kmvt.com

The South Central Public Health District says with new tobacco free products nicotine can still cause health issues

TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — According to a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, fewer high schoolers are vaping.
For detail: kmvt.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]

Source: indiacsr.in

WHO Advocates for Enhanced Tobacco and E-cigarette Regulations in South-East Asia

India and Nepal are expected to achieve the NCD target of at least 30% reduction in tobacco use by 2025 while eight other countries are projected to record declines, though less than 30%.
For detail: indiacsr.in
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

10 Cigarette Brands With The Least Chemicals in the World

In this article, we look at the 10 cigarette brands with the least chemicals in the world. You can skip our detailed analysis on some of the most harmful chemicals used in this tube-shaped tobacco product, and head over directly to the 5 Cigarette Brands With The Least Chemicals In The World.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: fee.org

The FDA's War on Vaping Will Cost Millions of Lives

Rep. Tom Price (R-GA) is a controversial pick for Secretary of Health and Human Services.
For detail: fee.org
Published Feb 20, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: dhakatribune.com

WHO Regional Director Saima Wazed calls for action against tobacco, vaping

In a decisive call to nations within its South-East Asia Region, the World Health Organization (WHO) is emphasizing the urgent need to escalate actions against the consumption of tobacco and the growing trend of e-cigarette use.
For detail: dhakatribune.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

WHO Appeals for Stronger Tobacco and E-Cigarette Control in South-East Asia Amid Health Concerns

WHO regional director Saima Wazed calls for stronger measures against tobacco and e-cigarettes in South-East Asia, home to 411 million tobacco users and a growing e-cigarette market.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Australia holds Chinese man over suspected North Korea tobacco smuggling

A Chinese man is being held in Australia over his alleged role in a tobacco smuggling scheme that generated $700m (£570m) for North Korea.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Feb 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: atlantanewsfirst.com

Georgia lawmakers pushing for more restrictions on nicotine vape products sold in stores

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The Georgia Nicotine Vapor Products Directory Act would require the Georgia Agricultural Commissioner to make a list of what nicotine vape products can be sold in stores and penalize stores if they’re caught selling something not on the list.
For detail: atlantanewsfirst.com
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wxow.com

Great Rivers United Way addresses vaping-related issues with new grant

In a step towards curbing the rising trend of youth and young adult vaping, Great Rivers United Way has been awarded an $81,288 grant from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS).
For detail: wxow.com
Published Feb 19, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: world-heart-federation.org

Advocating for a tobacco-free world at COP10

The World Heart Federation (WHF) proudly represented the global cardiovascular community at the Tenth Session of the Conference of the Parties to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), held from 05 to 10 February 2024 in Panama City, Panama.
For detail: world-heart-federation.org
Published Feb 19, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: world-heart-federation.org

Addressing novel and emerging tobacco products at COP10

This is a statement delivered by the World Heart Federation at the 10th Session of the Conference of the Parties to the WHO FCTC in Panama.
For detail: world-heart-federation.org
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vapingpost.com

The Dire Consequences of Australia’s Vape Prohibition

Until 2020, vaping regulations in Australia and New Zealand were relatively similar. However, in the following years New Zealand embraced vaping as a smoking cessation tool while Australia demonized it.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Northern Exposure

It’s constant but unknown. While the nicotine market remains profitable, it is changing.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Study Debunks Myths About Smokers

Contrary to popular perceptions, most smokers in Australia are educated, employed and in good mental health, according to a national study by the Australian National University (ANU).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sloughobserver.co.uk

Five tips to ease nicotine cravings ahead of disposable vape ban

Five tips to ease nicotine cravings ahead of disposable vape ba.
For detail: sloughobserver.co.uk
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: risingbd.com

The Growing Threat of E-Cigarettes in Bangladesh: An Urgent Call

Manufacturers of e-cigarettes in Bangladesh are promoting their goods using a variety of tactics, particularly focusing on the young.
For detail: risingbd.com
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: racinecountyeye.com

Youth vaping: Wisconsin DHS awards 13 grants to organizations fighting the epidemic

MADISON — Thanks to the 2022 JUUL Settlement announced by the Wisconsin Department of Justice, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services has allocated funds to 13 organizations in service of the Vaping Prevention and Treatment Initiatives.
For detail: racinecountyeye.com
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: phnompenhpost.com

Combating surge in e-cigarettes use among youth

The Ministry of Health has expressed concern over the widespread use of e-cigarettes and their impact on overall well-being, a sentiment echoed by local authorities who note the role of online advertising in this growing trend.
For detail: phnompenhpost.com
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Smoking FCTC]

Source: nst.com.my

Smoking area must be outside area gazetted as non-smoking place: CAP

The Health Ministry’s proposal to provide designated smoking areas outside dining premises, especially for those located in tight places, is not a backward step, says the Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP).
For detail: nst.com.my
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Study: Vaping beats nicotine gum for smokers trying to quit

It's official: Vaping beats nicotine gum when it comes to helping people quit smoking, new research shows.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Five tips to ease nicotine cravings ahead of disposable vape ban

As the government has announced its plans to ban disposable vapes, many people will be planning to quit vaping, smoking, and nicotine for good, aiming for a healthier, smoke-free lifestyle.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Feb 19, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: mirror.co.uk

Exactly what happens to your body after every vape puff - and how cigarettes differ

Vaping may be better than smoking standard cigarettes - but it's certainly not risk-free.
For detail: mirror.co.uk
Published Feb 19, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: mirror.co.uk

Exactly what happens to your body after every vape puff - and how cigarettes differ

Vaping may be better than smoking standard cigarettes - but it's certainly not risk-free.
For detail: mirror.co.uk
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: mid-day.com

Must combat dual burden of smoking & smokeless tobacco in India: Experts

It is imperative to combat the dual burden of smoking and smokeless tobacco in India, health experts and policymakers contended at the sixth National Conference on Tobacco or Health held in the national capital on Friday Must combat dual burden of smoking & smokeless tobacco in India: Experts.
For detail: mid-day.com
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: kxnet.com

Easing the nicotine addiction: Tips to quit

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: kxnet.com
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: hemeltoday.co.uk

Hertfordshire County Council partners with vape shops to help smokers switch from cigarettes to vaping

Hertfordshire County Council (HCC) has launched a pilot scheme alongside vape shops across the region to help people switch from cigarettes to vaping.
For detail: hemeltoday.co.uk
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cbc.ca

12 Anglophone West schools using sensors that detect bathroom vaping

Vaping seems to be happening in schools more often, says Darla Day, Anglophone West School District's director of schools in the Fredericton area.
For detail: cbc.ca
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: anu.edu.au

Research leaves smoking stereotypes up in smoke

A first-of-its-kind national study from The Australian National University (ANU) has debunked common myths about who smokes in Australia and will help provide better support and potentially life-saving interventions for 2.
For detail: anu.edu.au
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ajc.com

As Georgia schools struggle to snuff out student vaping, here’s what experts say

A gas station in Lawrenceville advertises fruit-flavored disposable vape devices. The devices are not authorized for sale by the U.S.
For detail: ajc.com
Published Feb 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: act.gov.au

Police seek identities of tobacco shop robbers

ACT Policing are seeking the public’s assistance to identify two men who allegedly committed an aggravated robbery at a Charnwood tobacco shop on Saturday night.
For detail: act.gov.au
Published Feb 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wsj.com

Zyn Nicotine Pouches Take Off—and Land in the Culture Wars

Zyn draws debate among lawmakers, public-health experts: Are its pouches a boon for public health or a threat to children? In the U.
For detail: wsj.com
Published Feb 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wsj.com

Zyn Nicotine Pouches Take Off—and Land in the Culture Wars

A newly popular alternative to cigarettes is changing the way many Americans consume nicotine—and becoming a political flashpoint.
For detail: wsj.com
Published Feb 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Singapore to Strengthen Vaping Enforcement

In a joint statement in December 2023, the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) and the Ministry of Health said enforcement and education efforts would be stepped up to prevent vaping from gaining a foothold in Singapore.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Hong Kong Urged to Raise Taxes

The Hong Kong Council on Smoking and Health (COSH) has called on the city’s government to increase the tobacco tax by at least three quarters in the 2024-2025 budget, reports the South China Morning Post.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Eastern CEO Defends Price Hike

Eastern Co. increased cigarette prices by between EGP2 ($0.06) and EGP8 per pack, effective Feb. 17, 2024, reports Ahram Online.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: pawhuskajournalcapital.com

Superintendent aims to discourage vaping

Superintendent Chris Tanner on Feb. 12 proposed to the Pawhuska Board of Education a change in the discipline policy for tobacco possession and use, and vaping.
For detail: pawhuskajournalcapital.com
Published Feb 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: owensborotimes.com

KY House discussing anti-vaping in school bill, local schools chime in

Kentucky schools may have to find disciplinary actions against vaping after the Education Committee unanimously approved House Bill 142 on Tuesday.
For detail: owensborotimes.com
Published Feb 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newagebd.net

Tobacco cos exploiting favourable agri policies: CPD

The Centre for Policy Dialogue on Sunday said in a written statement that the tobacco companies in Bangladesh were exploiting favourable agricultural policies to produce tobacco leaf in massive quantities and export it to other countries where such tobacco leaf production was more restricted.
For detail: newagebd.net
Published Feb 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com

"Smokers Are not Selfish": School children actively engage in anti-smoking campaign

KATHMANDU, Feb 18: In a commendable endeavor to tackle smoking, students from schools across Nepal are enthusiastically participating in anti-smoking and tobacco awareness activities.
For detail: myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com
Published Feb 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Research shows lasting effects of smoking after quitting

Researchers are still discovering how smoking continues to harm people's health even years after they quit, with a new study on Wednesday revealing tobacco's lasting effect on the immune system.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Feb 18, 2024
[PTC Cigarette]

Source: dunyanews.tv

National laws, WHO guidelines violated as cheap cigarettes flood market

(Web Desk) - Multinational companies have flagrantly violated the Federal Excise Act and introduced a low-priced cigarette product with an aim to boost its sales at the cost of health hazards, Capital Calling warned.
For detail: dunyanews.tv
Published Feb 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cosmosmagazine.com

New study adds more smoke to the vaping debate

Smokers undergoing counselling to quit smoking are more likely to succeed if nicotine vapes are part of the strategy, according to an international study published in the New England Journal of Medicine this week.
For detail: cosmosmagazine.com
Published Feb 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cosmosmagazine.com

New study adds more smoke to the vaping debate

Smokers undergoing counselling to quit smoking are more likely to succeed if nicotine vapes are part of the strategy, according to an international study published in the New England Journal of Medicine this week.
For detail: cosmosmagazine.com
Published Feb 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: youtube.com

Hookah vs Vape vs Cigarette: Which is more harmful?

Ever heard the argument “Its just a vape, not a cigarette” and tried to counter it with a valid reasoning.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Feb 17, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: von.gov.ng

WHO vows to tackle illicit tobacco trade globally

The World Health Organisation Framework Convention on Tobacco Control has restated its commitments to combat illicit tobacco trading globally.
For detail: von.gov.ng
Published Feb 17, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: the-sun.com

‘Everyone is using them’ parents warned as vape-style flavoured ‘hippy crack’ sparks new wave of addiction

SUPER-SIZED nitrous oxide canisters boasting vape-style candy flavours are sparking a new wave of addiction - despite laughing gas being banned last year.
For detail: the-sun.com
Published Feb 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Proactive measures being taken by police to stop sale of tobacco products, SP tells HC

Madurai Superintendent of Police, in a status report, told the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court that Madurai district police were taking proactive measures by organising monthly meetings with tea and petty shop owners about the sale of tobacco products and its dangers.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Feb 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Health minister accuses vaping lobby of targeting children after industry ad campaign against ban

A vaping lobby group with links to tobacco companies is running ads in Australian newspapers calling for the government to abandon its vaping reforms, in a campaign ministers and experts say is misdirecting the public.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Feb 17, 2024
[PTC Tobacco]

Source: thefridaytimes.com

Cheap Cigarettes Illegally Flooding Markets, Warn Activists

They say new products cannot be introduced by tobacco product manufacturers below the minimum prices set by the govt Multinational tobacco companies have flagrantly violated the Federal Excise Act and introduced a low-priced cigarette product with an aim to boost its sales at the cost of health hazards, Capital Calling warned.
For detail: thefridaytimes.com
Published Feb 17, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: thefinancialexpress.com.bd

Smoking on the decline worldwide, says WHO

Tobacco use has seen an overall decline globally with about 1 in 5 adults worldwide consuming tobacco in 2022 compared to 1 in 3 in 2000, according to the estimates in latest WHO (World Health Organisation) tobacco trends report released on Monday, reports hindustantimes.
For detail: thefinancialexpress.com.bd
Published Feb 17, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: gatc-int.org

Progress and challenges after COP10 and MOP3

COP10 and MOP3 brought together delegations from around the world and though we saw some big wins for tobacco control, there remain major gaps that need to be addressed.
For detail: gatc-int.org
Published Feb 17, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

Second by second, the exact effect of vaping compared to cigarettes on the body after every puff

Thanks to a swathe of recent studies and analyses, it is now well proven that electronic cigarettes - which use vapor instead of smoke - are linked to a range of alarming risks, from severe damage to blood vessels, to permanent lung scarring.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Feb 17, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

Second by second, the exact effect of vaping compared to cigarettes on the body after every puff

Thanks to a swathe of recent studies and analyses, it is now well proven that electronic cigarettes - which use vapor instead of smoke - are linked to a range of alarming risks, from severe damage to blood vessels, to permanent lung scarring.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Feb 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: casaa.org

TRUTH’S SNEAKY SWITCHEROO ABOUT VAPING AND MORE! TOBACCO HARM REDUCTION NEWS

Truth Initiative’s sneaky switcheroo about vaping and pregnancy. Two new studies show vaping is more effective than traditional methods.
For detail: casaa.org
Published Feb 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: brecorder.com

Counterfeit cigarettes seized

ISLAMABAD: More than 679,000 packerites (15,580,000 sticks) of non-duty paid/counterfeit cigarettes of various local & foreign brands (Business Royal, H&P, Platinum, Milano and Olympic) have been confiscated during a two-day campaign by Inland Revenue Enforcement Network (IREN) teams of Peshawar, Multan and Sialkot launched on February 14 and 15, 2024.
For detail: brecorder.com
Published Feb 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

Pakistan's Landmark Operation Against Illicit Tobacco Trade: Over 679,000 Packets Seized

In a landmark operation, Pakistan's Inland Revenue Enforcement Network seized over 679,000 packets of illicit tobacco products.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Feb 17, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: audacy.com

Minnesota seeking public input after $60 million settlement with JUUL Labs

Last may, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced a $60.5 million settlement with JUUL Labs for deceptively marketing e-cigarettes.
For detail: audacy.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wsaw.com

DHS awards grant funds from JUUL settlement to community organizations

MADISON, Wis. (WSAW) - The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has awarded 13 grants worth $830,000 over the next two years to community organizations throughout Wisconsin to help address the youth and young adult vaping epidemic.
For detail: wsaw.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

Taskforce created to tackle vaping amongst children and young people in Furness

A new Vaping Taskforce Group has been set up by Westmorland and Furness Council in response to the growing concerns around the increased use of ‘vapes’ amongst young people.
For detail: westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk
Published Feb 16, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tv360nigeria.com

WHO vows to tackle illicit tobacco trade globally

The World Health Organisation Framework Convention on Tobacco Control has restated its commitments to combat illicit tobacco trading globally.
For detail: tv360nigeria.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Anti-Illicit Trade Convention Concludes

The Third session of the Meeting of the Parties (MOP3) to the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products concluded Feb. 15 with new commitments to combat the black market.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Court Urged to Revive Liquid Application

SWT Global Supply, a maker of menthol-flavored e-cigarette liquids, has urged the 8th U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Califf Pushing U.S. Menthol Ban: Politico

U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Robert Califf has privately asked friends and public health experts to lobby the White House to ban menthol cigarettes, according to Politico.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Ban Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Califf Pushing U.S. Menthol Ban: Politico

U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Robert Califf has privately asked friends and public health experts to lobby the White House to ban menthol cigarettes, according to Politico.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: timesofcannabis.com

TN government cracks down on shops selling banned tobacco products

The Tamil Nadu government has sealed around 6,500 shops selling banned tobacco and gutka products in the past three months, as part of its efforts to curb the menace of tobacco consumption and cancer in the state.
For detail: timesofcannabis.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thesun.my

WHO says tobacco use declines globally, urges to keep enforcing tobacco control policies

MOSCOW: The World Health Organisation (WHO) said on Friday that nations are successfully reducing tobacco use, with about 1 in 5 adults worldwide consuming tobacco in 2022, and urged countries to continue putting in place tobacco control policies and fighting against interference by the tobacco industry, reported Sputnik.
For detail: thesun.my
Published Feb 16, 2024
[FBR Cigarette]

Source: thefridaytimes.com

Higher Tax On Cigarettes Results In Lower Consumption'

A survey conducted by the think tank Capital Calling has shown that one in every 94 smokers has quit smoking after the prices of cigarettes went up Islamabad: Consumption of cigarettes in Pakistan has come down after the government took the bold decision to raise taxes on the injurious product.
For detail: thefridaytimes.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: samrc.ac.za

SAMRC releases a study on e-cigarette and hookah advertisement targeted to university students

A research study aimed to explore university students’ exposure to electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) and hookah through deliberate marketing and advertisement in South Africa was recently launched by the SAMRC on Thursday 15 February at the Durban University of Technology.
For detail: samrc.ac.za
Published Feb 16, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: punchng.com

WHO moves to tackle illicit tobacco trading

The World Health Organisation Framework Convention on Tobacco Control has restated its commitments to combat illicit tobacco trading across the globe.
For detail: punchng.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pulmonologyadvisor.com

Protecting Youth From the Dangers of Vaping: What’s Been Done, What’s Needed

In recognition of the CDC’s designation of February as American Heart Month, this report looks at what is being done — and what could be done — to curb youth vaping.
For detail: pulmonologyadvisor.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pulmonologyadvisor.com

Protecting Youth From the Dangers of Vaping: What’s Been Done, What’s Needed

In recognition of the CDC’s designation of February as American Heart Month, this report looks at what is being done — and what could be done — to curb youth vaping.
For detail: pulmonologyadvisor.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: okemahnewsleader.com

“Through With Chew Week” Highlights the Dangers of Smokeless Tobacco

This year’s Through With Chew Week, Feb. 18-24, is dedicated to educating Oklahomans of the dangers smokeless tobacco, or “chew,” poses to users.
For detail: okemahnewsleader.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.rthk.hk

Flavoured tobacco ban would cut number of smokers'

Over two thirds of female smokers opt for menthol-flavoured products, the government says.
For detail: news.rthk.hk
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medriva.com

E-cigarettes and Smoking Cessation: A New Perspective

A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine reveals a fresh perspective on the efficacy of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) in aiding smoking cessation.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[FED Cigarette]

Source: lens.monash.edu

E-cigarettes and vaping: The reforms we need are happening

The increase is particularly apparent in young people, with the 2022-23 Australian Secondary Students’ Alcohol and Drug survey finding about 30% of students have vaped, compared with 13% in 2017, and that 16% of students had vaped in the previous month, compared with 4% in 2017.
For detail: lens.monash.edu
Published Feb 16, 2024
[FED Cigarette]

Source: lens.monash.edu

E-cigarettes and vaping: The reforms we need are happening

Unsurprisingly, the statistics show what you’ve likely noticed – “vaping” through the use of e-cigarettes has become a thing.
For detail: lens.monash.edu
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: kivitv.com

5th graders Vaping? Vape is taking off in Treasure Valley schools, even at the elementary level.

BOISE, Idaho — Vaping has become a huge problem in Idaho schools. SRO's say disposable vape is easily available to kids even though the state limit to buy is 18 years old.
For detail: kivitv.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: jpost.com

Smotrich finally agrees to equal taxation on e-cigs and regular cigarettes

Among the signatories were the Association of Public Health Physicians, the Israel Medical Association (IMA), the group for smoking prevention and cessation in the IMA, and others.
For detail: jpost.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthnews.com

Do Nicotine Pouches Really Help Quit Smoking?

Nicotine pouches are popular. Estimates suggest the product market for nicotine pouches will reach $33 billion by 2026.
For detail: healthnews.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthday.com

E-Cigarettes Boost Tobacco Use Abstinence With Smoking Cessation Counseling

FRIDAY, Feb. 16, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- The addition of electronic cigarettes to standard smoking-cessation counseling results in greater abstinence from tobacco use among smokers than smoking-cessation counseling alone, according to a study published in the Feb.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthday.com

E-Cigarettes Boost Tobacco Use Abstinence With Smoking Cessation Counseling

FRIDAY, Feb. 16, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- The addition of electronic cigarettes to standard smoking-cessation counseling results in greater abstinence from tobacco use among smokers than smoking-cessation counseling alone, according to a study published in the Feb. 15 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: gulfnews.com

How vaping among teens emerged as a global health emergency

Sunak's government plans to introduce fines for shops in England and Wales that sell vapes illegally to children.
For detail: gulfnews.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: financialpost.com

Opinion: Tax dollars up in smoke to send public servants to Panama anti-nicotine summit

WHO conference wants nicotine banned even though some smokeless nicotine has less than 1% the toxins of tobacco.
For detail: financialpost.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

IMPERIAL TOBACCO CANADA SETS THE RECORD STRAIGHT

The company worked with Health Canada and complied with all requirements to bring an innovative smoking cessation tool to market MONTREAL, Feb.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ehn.org

FDA chief urges action on menthol cigarette ban amid fears of political interference

In a push against the tobacco industry, U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Robert Califf spearheads a campaign to secure backing for a proposed ban on menthol cigarettes.
For detail: ehn.org
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: deseret.com

Smoking’s damage to immune system can linger years after quitting

Damage to the immune system from smoking appears to linger even years after a former smoker took that last puff.
For detail: deseret.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dailyrecord.co.uk

Top five tips to ease tough nicotine cravings as disposable vape ban set

As the government has announced its plans to ban disposable vapes, many people will be planning to quit vaping, smoking, and nicotine for good.
For detail: dailyrecord.co.uk
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: daijiworld.com

Must combat dual burden of smoking & smokeless tobacco in India: Experts

New Delhi, Feb 16 (IANS): It is imperative to combat the dual burden of smoking and smokeless tobacco in India, health experts and policymakers contended at the sixth National Conference on Tobacco or Health held in the national capital on Friday.
For detail: daijiworld.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Smoking NCD]

Source: citizen.co.za

Embrace innovation to end smoking faster, says Philip Morris South Africa

Innovations from sunscreen to seat belts to reduce the harm caused by certain behaviours and activities are woven into our everyday lives.
For detail: citizen.co.za
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cincinnati.com

It's past time to put an end to youth vaping. FDA needs to step up

Illegal, disposable, flavored e-cigarettes remain the top choice of American middle and high school students who use tobacco, fueling youth vaping.
For detail: cincinnati.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[NCD Cigarette]

Source: cbs17.com

Wake Forest families address vaping and smoking risks involving children

WAKE FOREST, N.C. (WNCN) – They come in a variety of designs and flavors and many people think they’re a safer alternative to cigarettes.
For detail: cbs17.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bracknellnews.co.uk

Underage vaping: South East named as one of the worst places

The South East has been named among England's youth vaping hotspots, according to NHS Digital.
For detail: bracknellnews.co.uk
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

Secondhand Smoke: A Silent Risk to Childhood Health

The Akanimo Cancer Foundation raises awareness about the dangers of secondhand smoke, linking it to childhood cancer and SIDS.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

NiC-SAFE™: A Tobacco and Nicotine-Free Solution in the Fight Against Smoking

NiC-SAFE™, a revolutionary tobacco and nicotine-free alternative, is paving the way in the fight against smoking.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

Unmasking the Dangers of Tobacco: A Call to Action

Discover the chilling reality of tobacco's impact on health, from menthol cigarettes to smokeless tobacco. Uncover successful prevention efforts and support resources for a tobacco-free future.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bangordailynews.com

Letter: Flavored vaping helped me quit smoking cigarettes

Varieties of disposable flavored electronic cigarette devices manufactured by EB Design, formerly known as Elf Bar, are displayed at a store in Pinecrest, Florida, June 26, 2023.
For detail: bangordailynews.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: al.com

Guest opinion: FDA must intensify efforts to combat youth vaping

As a dedicated educator with over 25 years of experience, the well-being of our students has always been my top priority.
For detail: al.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc57.com

The Berrien County Health Department launches underage vaping campaign

BERRIEN COUNTY, Mich. --The Berrien County Health Department has a new campaign warning of the dangers of underage vaping.
For detail: abc57.com
Published Feb 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc57.com

The Berrien County Health Department launches underage vaping campaign

BERRIEN COUNTY, Mich. --The Berrien County Health Department has a new campaign warning of the dangers of underage vaping.
For detail: abc57.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: youtube.com

New research says vaping helps smokers quit

A new European study shows that more tobacco smokers are able to give up their habit with the aid of e-cigarettes than people who use other methods to stop.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

New report from the CDC warns vaping among teens is on the rise

There is increasing concern as many of these young adults are becoming addicted to e-cigarettes.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: wtvm.com

Officials warning teens of the dangers vaping following incident at Smiths Station High School

SMITHS STATION, Ala. (WTVM) - A Lee County sheriff’s deputy was taken to the hospital Tuesday after being exposed to a chemical substance at Smiths Station High School.
For detail: wtvm.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: vermontbiz.com

UVM researching nicotine-limiting standards for cigarettes and e-cigarettes

Vermont Business Magazine Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and UVM Cancer Center member Elias Klemperer, Ph.D.
For detail: vermontbiz.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: the-sun.com

E-CIG SCARES Child falls unconscious and others suffer terrifying heart palpitations after vaping

The stark warning came after two school-aged children suffered terrifying consequences from puffing on e-cigarettes.
For detail: the-sun.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theconversation.com

Spice: the ‘zombie drug’ being found in some vape liquids

Michael Cole receives funding and "in kind" support from the European Union and a number police forces and forensic science organisations around the world to carry out research.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tahlequahdailypress.com

Through With Chew Week' highlights the dangers of smokeless tobacco

OKLAHOMA CITY – This year’s Through With Chew Week, Feb. 18-24, is dedicated to educating Oklahomans of the dangers smokeless tobacco, or “chew,” poses to users.
For detail: tahlequahdailypress.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

Italian watchdog fines BAT and Amazon over misleading advertising

[1/2]A woman poses with a cigarette in front of BAT (British American Tobacco) logo in this illustration taken July 26, 2022.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: oklahoma.gov

"Through With Chew Week" Highlights the Dangers of Smokeless Tobacco

OKLAHOMA CITY (Feb. 15, 2024) – This year’s Through With Chew Week, Feb. 18-24, is dedicated to educating Oklahomans of the dangers smokeless tobacco, or “chew,” poses to users.
For detail: oklahoma.gov
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nursinginpractice.com

Study shows e-cigarettes are an effective stop-smoking aid

The addition of nicotine e-cigarettes to standard smoking-cessation counselling can nearly double cessation rates compared with counselling alone.
For detail: nursinginpractice.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: northlanarkshire.gov.uk

Council supports disposable vape ban

We welcome the decision by the UK and Scottish governments to introduce new legislation to create a complete ban on disposable vapes.
For detail: northlanarkshire.gov.uk
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: newsfromthestates.com

Utah may ban selling flavored vapes amid concerns of use among minors

Julia Boyle uses an electronic cigarette as she waits for customers at the Vapor Shark store in Miami on Feb.
For detail: newsfromthestates.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: news.bloomberglaw.com

Juul Labs Prevails in Tossing E-Cigarette Monopolization Suit

Juul Labs Inc. won a bid to toss a suit accusing it of entering a deal with tobacco giant Altria Group Inc. to ensure its power over the e-cigarette market.
For detail: news.bloomberglaw.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nejm.org

Electronic Cigarettes for Smoking Cessation — Have We Reached a Tipping Point?

After more than a decade on the market as consumer products in the United States, electronic nicotine-delivery systems — or e-cigarettes — remain highly controversial in medical and public health communities.
For detail: nejm.org
Published Feb 15, 2024
[FCTC Vaping]

Source: medriva.com

Juul and the Vaping Industry: A Troubling Connection Between Corporate Influence and Youth Vaping

Newly released documents related to Juul Labs, a major player in the vaping industry, provide unprecedented insight into the methods corporations utilize to influence government policies.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: libn.com

Shah: Federal menthol flavoring ban could help reduce teen vaping & tobacco use

Recently, the Biden Administration put a regulation on hold by the Food and Drug Administration, which would ban menthol in all cigarettes and cigars.
For detail: libn.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: lex18.com

Kentucky teens advocate for Tobacco 21 amid nicotine crisis

FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX 18) — The Kentucky capitol welcomed dozens of kids and teenagers from across the state for the Youth Advocacy Summit Thursday.
For detail: lex18.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kxnet.com

Quit smokeless tobacco with “Through with Chew Week”

According to a news release, Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health is inviting those who want to quit smokeless tobacco to set a quit date.
For detail: kxnet.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: jwatch.org

E-Cigarettes and Smoking Cessation: Another Randomized Trial

E-cigarette use plus counseling was more effective than counseling alone.
For detail: jwatch.org
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ideastream.org

Cuyahoga Arts & Culture still eyeing November cigarette tax renewal

The Cuyahoga Arts and Culture board recognized Charna Sherman (second from left) for her nine years of service as her term expires next month.
For detail: ideastream.org
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: fox26houston.com

Vaping's negative impact on fertility

HOUSTON - Dr. Danish Ali, an esteemed expert in the field, engages in an in-depth discussion on the pressing concerns surrounding vaping as he joins The Isiah Factor: Uncensored.
For detail: fox26houston.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fctc.who.int

Global meeting to combat illicit tobacco trade concludes with decisive action

The Third session of the Meeting of the Parties to the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products concluded today after taking decisive action to combat illicit trade in tobacco products that harms health and robs national governments of tax revenues that could support public health initiatives.
For detail: fctc.who.int
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: eureporter.co

Illicit cigarettes are taking over thanks to EU COP-out

Signup to our weekly newsletter to receive exclusive interviews, articles & videos. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you.
For detail: eureporter.co
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: eureporter.co

Illicit cigarettes are taking over thanks to EU COP-out

We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you.
For detail: eureporter.co
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dhs.wisconsin.gov

DHS Awards Grants from JUUL Settlement Funds to Prevent and Treat Vaping by Youth and Young Adults

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has awarded 13 grants worth $830,000 over the next two years to community organizations throughout Wisconsin to help address the youth and young adult vaping epidemic.
For detail: dhs.wisconsin.gov
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dailyunion.com

Wisconsin DHS awards grants from JUUL settlement

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has awarded 13 grants worth $830,000 over the next two years to community organizations throughout Wisconsin to help address the youth and young adult vaping epidemic.
For detail: dailyunion.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cureus.com

Tobacco-Free Nicotine Pouches and Their Potential Contribution to Tobacco Harm Reduction: A Scoping Review

Cite this article as: Grandolfo E, Ogden H, Fearon I M, et al. (February 15, 2024) Tobacco-Free Nicotine Pouches and Their Potential Contribution to Tobacco Harm Reduction: A Scoping Review.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cureus.com

Tobacco-Free Nicotine Pouches and Their Potential Contribution to Tobacco Harm Reduction: A Scoping Review

Cite this article as: Grandolfo E, Ogden H, Fearon I M, et al. (February 15, 2024) Tobacco-Free Nicotine Pouches and Their Potential Contribution to Tobacco Harm Reduction: A Scoping Review.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cureus.com

Tobacco-Free Nicotine Pouches and Their Potential Contribution to Tobacco Harm Reduction: A Scoping Review

Cite this article as: Grandolfo E, Ogden H, Fearon I M, et al. (February 15, 2024) Tobacco-Free Nicotine Pouches and Their Potential Contribution to Tobacco Harm Reduction: A Scoping Review.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cbs58.com

Wisconsin DHS uses settlement money from Juul to fund anti-vaping initiatives

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Wisconsin Department of Health Services will be awarding grants to address youth and adult vaping.
For detail: cbs58.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

Vaping Showdown: Striking a Balance Between Health and Choice

The Vape Protection Alliance fights UK's proposed vape restrictions, seeking adult access to flavors and sensible regulations.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Lancashire vape warning after child falls unconscious

A warning has been issued to parents in Lancashire about the dangers of unregulated vapes after two children fell ill - with one losing consciousness.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: africanews.com

New research says vaping helps smokers quit

A new European study shows that more tobacco smokers are able to give up their habit with the aid of e-cigarettes than people who use other methods to stop.
For detail: africanews.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: africanews.com

New research says vaping helps smokers quit

A new European study shows that more tobacco smokers are able to give up their habit with the aid of e-cigarettes than people who use other methods to stop.
For detail: africanews.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: africa.businessinsider.com

Vaping is good for people who want to quit smoking according to new research

A new report has found that smokers are more likely to abandon their smoking habits if they switch to e-cigarettes (vapes) compared to other methods people employ to quit smoking.
For detail: africa.businessinsider.com
Published Feb 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: africa.businessinsider.com

Vaping is good for people who want to quit smoking according to new research

A new report has found that smokers are more likely to abandon their smoking habits if they switch to e-cigarettes (vapes) compared to other methods people employ to quit smoking.
For detail: africa.businessinsider.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: x-mol.net

New tobacco and vaping legislation will go a long way to protect children’s health

Millions of people die each year from tobacco use across the world. This affects all of our communities and healthcare systems, and disproportionately affects poorer nations and people.
For detail: x-mol.net
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: wired.com

Smoking Alters Your Immune System for Years After You Quit

It’s 2024—we know that cigarettes are bad for you. But scientists are still uncovering new and troubling ways that smoking changes you from the inside out.
For detail: wired.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: who.int

New Report: WHO urges urgent government actions to protect youth and prevent the uptake of e-cigarettes

Recently, WHO issued a call to action urging governments to take immediate measures to control e-cigarettes, safeguard young people, protect non-smokers, and minimize health risks to populations.
For detail: who.int
Published Feb 14, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: vapingpost.com

COP10: What Do We Know About What Took Place?

The World Health Organization’s (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) met for their infamous biennial Conference of the Parties (COP) to discuss tobacco-related issues last week. What did we find out about the conference? Not a lot, and nothing surprising! Through the years, COP has conistently excluded tobacco harm reduction (THR) experts, including medical doctors and smoking cessation researchers, as well as consumers and the industries concerned.۔
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Vector Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Vector Group Releases Financials

Vector Group has released its fourth-quarter and full-year financial results for the three months and year ended Dec. 31, 2023.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Vaping Altering Senses: Study

Research from the University of Otago shows that a side effect of vaping may be a distaste for “sweet” smells, reports the Otago Daily Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Vaping Altering Senses: Study

Research from the University of Otago shows that a side effect of vaping may be a distaste for “sweet” smells, reports the Otago Daily Times.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

‘Hookah Suppliers Skipping Warnings”

A new study from the Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) shows that only half of hookah packages assessed included required nicotine warnings two years after a national requirement to do so took effect in the United States.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Strong Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Pyxus Reports Strong Results

Pyxus International reported sales and other operating revenues of $1.6 billion for the nine months that ended Dec.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Snus Documentary to Screen in Spain

Somos Innovacion announced the avant-premiere of the documentary How Sweden Stopped Smoking by award-winning Polish director Tomasz Agencki.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Replica Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Replica 2.0 Team to Meet in Catania

The Center of Excellence for the Acceleration of Harm Reduction (CoEHAR) will hold the Annual International Meeting for its Replica 2.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tension in Panama

The exclusion of Brazilian representatives from the recent WHO event sparks a debate on transparency.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

A Misguided Crusade

The campaigns against lower risk nicotine products serve political goals at the expense of public health.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

A Misguided Crusade

The campaigns against lower risk nicotine products serve political goals at the expense of public health.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[BAT Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Italy: BAT Fined Over Heated-Tobacco Ads

BAT’s Italian division has been fined €6 million ($6.4 million) for “misleading advertising of a heated-tobacco product,” according to Barron’s.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: terrytribune.com

Through with Chew Week takes aim at smokeless tobacco

The week of February 18th is Through with Chew Week, an annual event designed to decrease chewing tobacco use and raise awareness of its harmful health effects.
For detail: terrytribune.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: spectrumlocalnews.com

The Fading Tobacco Road

As March Madness arrives, this week host Tim Boyum takes a slight detour from politics to talk tobacco and basketball.
For detail: spectrumlocalnews.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: sciencemediacentre.org

expert reaction to e-cigarettes to quit smoking

Dr Jamie Hartmann-Boyce, Assistant Professor of Health Policy and Management, University of Massachusetts Amherst, said: “This new study is a well-conducted, independent and robust randomized controlled trial, and clearly shows that nicotine e-cigarettes can help people to stop smoking.
For detail: sciencemediacentre.org
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pharmeasy.in

Does Vaping Cause Cancer? Exploring The Health Implications

E-cigarettes and vaping devices heat a liquid containing nicotine, flavourings, and other chemicals to create an aerosol that users inhale.
For detail: pharmeasy.in
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newsroom.co.nz

Council looks to remove vapes from Auckland storefronts

Auckland Council is pondering a ban to vape products being visible from outside the store. Photo: Matthew Scott Vape store owners in Auckland may soon need to keep their R18 products out of view from the roadside, if a new bylaw floated at an Auckland Council committee yesterday is approved.
For detail: newsroom.co.nz
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-journalonline.com

DeLand looks to ban cigarette smoking, vaping from parks

DeLand is considering whether to ban smoking and vaping in public parks, but unfiltered cigars, thanks to state law, will still be permitted.
For detail: news-journalonline.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nature.com

Smoking scars the immune system for years after quitting

The immune-system signature of cigarette smoking persists for many years after a person kicks the habit.
For detail: nature.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: menafn.com

WHO's COP10: Pledging Everyone's Future Behind Closed Doors

It serves as the primary global platform for discussing and making decisions on tobacco control policies.
For detail: menafn.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medriva.com

Cigarette Smoking’s Long-lasting Impact on the Immune System

Cigarette smoking, a habit indulged in by millions worldwide, is well known for its harmful effects on the respiratory and cardiovascular systems.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medpagetoday.com

E-Cigs Show Some Benefit as Smoking Cessation Aid in Clinical Trial

Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) helped people better stick to smoking cessation in the randomized controlled ESTxENDS trial.
For detail: medpagetoday.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Tobacco use in pregnancy linked to neurocognitive deficits in offspring

Maternal tobacco use during pregnancy (MTDP) is associated with child neurocognitive deficits at ages nine to 12 years, according to a study published online Feb.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalbrief.co.za

Mixed views on new smoking laws

There was varied and contrasting public feedback from the Cape last Sunday during the Portfolio Committee on Health’s public hearing process for the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill.
For detail: medicalbrief.co.za
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: marketwatch.com

Amazon, British American Tobacco fined in Italy over smoking-device ads

Italy’s competition watchdog fined Amazon.com AMZN and British American Tobacco UK:BATS, saying the companies had misled consumers when advertising heated-tobacco devices without stressing potential health risks.
For detail: marketwatch.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: londonlovesbusiness.com

COP10’s neglect of adult smokers could put the lives of millions of people at risk

Following the conclusion of the 10th Conference of the Parties on Tobacco Control (FCTC COP10) last weekend, leading global health experts have expressed disappointment over the WHO’s refusal to acknowledge sensible tobacco harm reduction measures.
For detail: londonlovesbusiness.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: kion546.com

What parents need to know about nicotine pouches that have drawn concerns in Canada

TORONTO (CTV Network) — Nicotine pouches with candy-like flavours have captured the attention of health advocates and government officials who fear youth may become addicted to them in Canada.
For detail: kion546.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: kesq.com

What parents need to know about nicotine pouches that have drawn concerns in Canada

TORONTO (CTV Network) — Nicotine pouches with candy-like flavours have captured the attention of health advocates and government officials who fear youth may become addicted to them in Canada.
For detail: kesq.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: jamanetwork.com

E-Cigarettes May Be Better Than Nicotine Gum for Quitting Smoking

People who used electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, to help them stop smoking were more likely to have quit combustible cigarettes at 6 months than those who used nicotine chewing gum, according to data from a randomized clinical trial.
For detail: jamanetwork.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: jamanetwork.com

E-Cigarettes May Be Better Than Nicotine Gum for Quitting Smoking

People who used electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, to help them stop smoking were more likely to have quit combustible cigarettes at 6 months than those who used nicotine chewing gum, according to data from a randomized clinical trial.
For detail: jamanetwork.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: independent.co.uk

Children hospitalised by spice-laced vape with one left in a coma

A group of school children were hospitalised after inhaling a spice laced vape, with one of the pupils left comatose. Five pupils from a school in Eltham, south-east London reported feeling unwell after using a vape on 29 January.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: greenpeace.org

Regulate fossil fuel lobbyists like tobacco, experts tell EU Parliament

Brussels – Oil, gas and coal lobbyists should be kept at arm’s length from policy making, just like tobacco lobbyists, the European Parliament heard today in a first-of-its-kind hearing on the fossil fuel industry’s responsibility for the energy crisis.
For detail: greenpeace.org
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: greenpeace.org

Regulate fossil fuel lobbyists like tobacco, experts tell EU Parliament

Brussels – Oil, gas and coal lobbyists should be kept at arm’s length from policy making, just like tobacco lobbyists, the European Parliament heard today in a first-of-its-kind hearing on the fossil fuel industry’s responsibility for the energy crisis.
For detail: greenpeace.org
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: greenmatters.com

What Is Zyn? These Nicotine Pouches Are Fueling Addiction and Possibly Gum Damage

Zyn pouches are oral nicotine products and have become a popular tobacco-free alternative to smoking.
For detail: greenmatters.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: euractiv.com

Next Commission will make ‘political’ decisions on tobacco directive, EU official says

Underwritten Produced with financial support from an organization or individual, yet not approved by the underwriter before or after publication.
For detail: euractiv.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: erienewsnow.com

What parents need to know about nicotine pouches that have drawn concerns in Canada

TORONTO (CTV Network) -- Nicotine pouches with candy-like flavours have captured the attention of health advocates and government officials who fear youth may become addicted to them in Canada.
For detail: erienewsnow.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Smoking FCTC]

Source: dailynewsegypt.com

Opinion| WHO’s COP10: pledging everyone’s future behind closed doors

It is the main body, worldwide, for discussion and decision-making on tobacco control policies, but everything is done behind closed doors without the participation of the main actors in this issue: the citizens.
For detail: dailynewsegypt.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: cureus.com

The Use of Electronic Cigarettes in Saudi Arabia: A Narrative Review

Cite this article as: Alhalafi A (February 14, 2024) The Use of Electronic Cigarettes in Saudi Arabia: A Narrative Review. Cureus 16(2): e54167. doi:10.7759/cureus.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: contemporaryobgyn.net

Impact of maternal tobacco use on child neurocognitive development

Discover how maternal tobacco usage during pregnancy affects memory and language skills in children aged 9 to 12 years, as revealed by a comprehensive cohort study.
For detail: contemporaryobgyn.net
Published Feb 14, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: consumerandsociety.com

EU Parliament spotlighting Commission’s shadowy dealings with the tobacco industry and Dentsu Tracking

At a critical moment for the EU’s public health agenda, MEPs held a plenary session debate on 8 February to spotlight the European Commission’s opaque engagement with Big Tobacco and press for much-needed change.
For detail: consumerandsociety.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: boisestatepublicradio.org

Local campaign brings awareness to the dangers of youth vaping

For nearly a decade, the use of e-cigarettes has grown in popularity among one of America's most vulnerable demographics, it's youth.
For detail: boisestatepublicradio.org
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bmj.com

New tobacco and vaping legislation will go a long way to protect children’s health

Millions of people die each year from tobacco use across the world. This affects all of our communities and healthcare systems, and disproportionately affects poorer nations and people.
For detail: bmj.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Sheffield: Thousands of illegal vapes seized from small shop

Thousands of illegal disposable vapes have been seized from a small shop in Sheffield.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Lowestoft police seize £67k worth of illicit tobacco products

Suffolk Police has seized £67,000 worth of illicit tobacco and cigarettes, following a joint investigation with HM Revenue & Customs.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Washington man found with two million fake cigarettes jailed

HMRC officers seized Richmond and Marlboro Gold cigarettes which were later found to be counterfeit A man who looked after more than two million counterfeit cigarettes for an organised crime group has been jailed for two and a half years.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Feb 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: barrons.com

Italy Fines BAT, Amazon Over Heated Tobacco Ads

Italy's competition authority on Wednesday fined British American Tobacco's Italian division six million euros ($6.4 million) and Amazon one million euros for misleading advertising of a heated tobacco product.
For detail: barrons.com
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wkow.com

UW study finds some cigarette substitutes may work in reducing regular cigarette smoking

MADISON, Wis. (WKOW) -- A new study by the University of Wisconsin Center for Tobacco Research and Intervention claims low-nicotine cigarettes and vapes are both solid substitutes for regular cigarettes.
For detail: wkow.com
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

EU Tracking System Under Fire in Panama

During the meeting in Panama of the parties to the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products (MOP3), European Member of Parliament Anne-Sophie Pelletier today expressed her concerns about the shortcomings of the European tobacco product tracing system.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Retire Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Deborah Arnott to Retire from ASH

Deborah Arnott will be retiring from Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) on Sept. 30, and the board of trustees is starting the recruitment process for her successor.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Harm Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

India Urged to Embrace Harm Reduction

India should consider harm reduction strategies to reduce the health toll of tobacco, according to the Global Sustainability Alliance (GSA), a group that focuses on developing global solutions to achieve the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Ban Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Rutgers to Study Menthol Ban Perception

Rutgers University researchers have received more than $7 million to study disinformation and marketing around the proposed U.S. ban on menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars with a particular focus on how the information affects Black and Hispanic smokers, reports The Philadelphia Inquirer.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: spectrumlocalnews.com

Sup­porters of Maine ban on the sale of flavored tobacco products rally at the State House

Advocates for a statewide ban on the sale of flavored tobacco products hauled nearly 10,000 postcards to the State House Tuesday to urge lawmakers to support pending legislation.
For detail: spectrumlocalnews.com
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scitechdaily.com

Vaping’s Hidden Hazard: Study Questions Safety of Nicotine Inhalation

A study by the University of Louisville has revealed that nicotine salts in e-cigarettes, especially at higher doses, could increase the risk of heart arrhythmias more than previously believed.
For detail: scitechdaily.com
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: rnz.co.nz

What vaping does to your sense of smell

Food scientists at the University of Otago say vaping is having "unexpected and interesting" side effects, including a dislike of sweet smells.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nzherald.co.nz

What food scientists say vaping does to your sense of smell

Food scientists at the University of Otago say vaping is having “unexpected and interesting” side effects, including a dislike of sweet smells.
For detail: nzherald.co.nz
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: neurosciencenews.com

Nicotine’s Influence on Reward and Aversion

Summary: A new study delves into how nicotine influences the brain, revealing its complex effects on areas related to reward and aversion.
For detail: neurosciencenews.com
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: morganmessenger.com

Vaping & e-cigarettes not a “safe alternative” — highly addictive, dangerous for youth

The use of e-cigarettes or vapes by high school students has grown substantially in the past five years as have health officials’ concerns about teen vaping.
For detail: morganmessenger.com
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: morganmessenger.com

Vaping & e-cigarettes not a “safe alternative” — highly addictive, dangerous for youth

The use of e-cigarettes or vapes by high school students has grown substantially in the past five years as have health officials’ concerns about teen vaping.
For detail: morganmessenger.com
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medriva.com

Unraveling the Dynamic Impact of Nicotine on Brain Regions Associated with Reward and Aversion

The effects of nicotine, a powerful stimulant found in tobacco, on the human brain have been a subject of scientific scrutiny for many years.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Study shows sense of smell is impacted by vaping

Sensory changes may be an unexpected side effect of vaping, new University of Otago research shows.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: livingstondaily.com

Fowlerville Schools draws attention to the dangers of vaping

FOWLERVILLE — The Fowlerville Community Schools Board of Education has passed a resolution strongly opposing the sale and marketing of vaping devices, e-cigarettes and tobacco products to youth in the community.
For detail: livingstondaily.com
Published Feb 13, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: contentmediasolution.com

Global Progress Achieved at WHO Tobacco Treaty Negotiations in Panama

WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 13, 2024 – Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) led a delegation to the 10th Conference of the Parties (COP10) for the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) in Panama City, Panama from February 5 – 10, 2024.
For detail: contentmediasolution.com
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: borneobulletin.com.bn

National efforts to curb smoking ranks highly in Asia: Report

National efforts to combat smoking were lauded by the Southeast Asia Tobacco Control Alliance (SEATCA) in a report released recently.
For detail: borneobulletin.com.bn
Published Feb 13, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: axios.com

Cigar makers fight proposed ban as Biden weighs tobacco curbs

As the Biden administration mulls a politically sensitive decision on whether to ban menthol cigarettes, another corner of the tobacco industry — cigar makers — is fighting to be left alone.
For detail: axios.com
Published Feb 12, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: world-heart-federation.org

Addressing Global Progress in implementation of the WHO FCTC at COP10

This is a statement delivered by the World Heart Federation at the 10th Session of the Conference of the Parties to the WHO FCTC in Panama.
For detail: world-heart-federation.org
Published Feb 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vice.com

How to Dispose of 'Disposable' Vapes

This article is not intended to encourage or promote the use of tobacco products. The consumption of tobacco is harmful for your health and can cause lung cancer.
For detail: vice.com
Published Feb 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Contemplating the Fallout

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak recently announced that the U.K. government would ban disposable vapes as part of its plan to tackle the rise in youth vaping.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 12, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

COP Concludes With Pledges to Health and the Environment

The 10th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) concluded on Feb.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tnnenglish.com

E-cigarettes: The Modern Twist to Smoking Culture

Smoking is no longer just a habit; it's an old addiction replaced by openly sold e-cigarettes, boasting various flavors in markets.
For detail: tnnenglish.com
Published Feb 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thecyberexpress.com

BlackSuit Ransomware Strikes Again: Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids Targeted in Latest Attack

The BlackSuit ransomware group's announcement, made on February 12, 2024, highlights the brazen nature of their operations.
For detail: thecyberexpress.com
Published Feb 12, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: pattayamail.com

Raid on e-cigarette store in Sattahip sparks controversy

SATTAHIP, Thailand – A raid on an e-cigarette store in Sattahip has sparked controversy and confusion among the local residents.
For detail: pattayamail.com
Published Feb 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: labmanager.com

Quitting Smoking at Any Age Brings Big Health Benefits, Fast

Study shows quitting smoking provides major gains to life expectancy after just three years People who quit smoking see major gains in life expectancy after just a few years, according to a new study by University of Toronto researchers at Unity Health Toronto.
For detail: labmanager.com
Published Feb 12, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: healthpolicy-watch.news

WHO FCTC Conference of Parties Adopts New Decision on Curbing Tobacco’s Environmental Impacts, but Sidesteps E-Cigarettes

Closure of the Tenth FCTC COP: Head of the WHO FCTC Secretariat Dr Adriana Blanco Marquizo and COP10 President Zandile Dhlamini (Eswatini) The Tenth Conference of Parties (COP10) of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) sidestepped a controversial debate on e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products – effectively kicking the can on any decisions related to regulation of that swelling market to the next meeting in two years time.
For detail: healthpolicy-watch.news
Published Feb 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cnbctv18.com

An hour-long hookah session is equal to smoking 100 cigarettes in a day: Senior pulmonologist

Recently, Karnataka became the latest state to ban the sale and consumption of hookah.
For detail: cnbctv18.com
Published Feb 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbsnews.com

Baltimore City Council passes bill to ban tobacco use at Camden Yards and M&T Bank Stadium

BALTIMORE -- As the Orioles prepare to return to Camden Yards for another season, a new law involving tobacco use could be in effect.
For detail: cbsnews.com
Published Feb 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businesstech.co.za

New smoking laws for South Africa leave Cape Town divided

The Portfolio Committee on Health continued its nationwide public hearing process for the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill over the weekend, hearing mixed views from Cape Town and Cape Winelands-based groups in Paarl on Sunday.
For detail: businesstech.co.za
Published Feb 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: acsh.org

Every Picture Tells a Story: Use of E-Cigarettes

“Electronic cigarettes are the most used tobacco products among youths in the U.S.” So begins a new report in JAMA Network Open.
For detail: acsh.org
Published Feb 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: unimelb.edu.au

Vaping is ‘a young person phenomenon’ in Australia

Since the Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) Survey began in 2001, the smoking, drinking and illicit drug use habits of Australians across the country have been recorded.
For detail: unimelb.edu.au
Published Feb 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thestar.com.my

Is vaping really less dangerous than smoking?

The multicoloured, multiflavoured vaping products out there help entice teens to try their first-ever puff on an electronic cigarette.
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published Feb 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pakobserver.net

Big Tobacco’s scientific manipulation exposed

IN a recent editorial published in the American Journal of Public Health, the Truth Initiative® has raised serious concerns about the tobacco industry’s renewed efforts to infiltrate scientific spaces and mislead the public about the health risks associated with its products.
For detail: pakobserver.net
Published Feb 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nzherald.co.nz

Vaping crackdown ineffective, experts say

Moves to ban disposable vapes to discourage youths from taking up the habit have been labelled ”short-sighted” as manufacturers have already adapted their vaping systems to offer low-cost alternatives, experts say.
For detail: nzherald.co.nz
Published Feb 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: indiatoday.in

Ji Chang-wook’s agency apologises after actor's smoking video: 'It's improper'

K-drama star Ji Chang-wook's behind-the-scenes video from his popular show, 'Welcome to Samdal-ri', recently went viral.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published Feb 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: hindustantimes.com

Pune’s Sassoon Hospital to be tobacco-free zone

The hospital administration has decided to intensify the security at the hospital and start penalising visitors found carrying tobacco and tobacco products Following the fire incident reported at Sassoon General Hospital (SGH) on Friday due to smoking inside the washroom, the hospital administration has decided to intensify the security at the hospital and start penalising visitors found carrying tobacco and tobacco products, said, the officials.
For detail: hindustantimes.com
Published Feb 11, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: denverpost.com

Ask Amy: Relatives worry about teen vaping at home

Dear Amy: My wife, kids and I had a wonderful time visiting recently with my sister, her new husband, and their daughter, “Evie,” at their home in Florida.
For detail: denverpost.com
Published Feb 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailynewsegypt.com

Philip Morris Misr raises prices of cigarettes, heated tobacco products

Philip Morris Misr, the Egyptian subsidiary of Philip Morris International, has announced price increases for all variants of its heated tobacco products (HEETS and TEREA) and conventional cigarettes (Merit, Marlboro, and L&M).
For detail: dailynewsegypt.com
Published Feb 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cureus.com

Adherence to the National Tobacco-Free School Policy in Selected Schools of Puducherry District in India: A Cross-Sectional Exploratory Study

Cite this article as: Pahari S, Sivanantham P, Kar S S (February 10, 2024) Adherence to the National Tobacco-Free School Policy in Selected Schools of Puducherry District in India: A Cross-Sectional Exploratory Study.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Feb 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Disposable vape ban 'too late', Bradford youth charity says

A planned ban on disposable vapes was "too late" for many young people, according to a West Yorkshire charity.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Feb 09, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: truthinitiative.org

3 ways tobacco use impacts your sex life

Big Tobacco works hard to make smoking and vaping seem sexy. Tobacco companies have long used sexual themes in tobacco advertising as a strategy to increase the overall appeal of their products.
For detail: truthinitiative.org
Published Feb 09, 2024
[Trade Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tracking System Slashes Illicit Trade in Russia

Russia’s national digital track-and-trace system, Chestny ZNAK, has achieved a 25 percent reduction in illegal tobacco within a year of implementation, according to the Center for Research and Perspective Technologies in Moscow.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

‘BAT Unlikely to Buy Back Russian Assets’

British American Tobacco is unlikely to exercise its option to buy back its Russian assets, given the perceived risk of investing in Russia, reports Interfax.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 09, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Past WHO Officials Highlight THR Strategy

Harm reduction should be a central strategy of the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) in addition to the measures for demand and supply reduction, according to Robert Beaglehole and Ruth Bonita.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 09, 2024
[Ban FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

French Vote Paves Way to Disposable Ban

France has moved one step closer to a ban on disposable vapes. The Senate voted unanimously Wednesday to ban pre-filled, disposable e-cigarettes.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 09, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: technologynetworks.com

Nicotine’s Appetite-Suppressing Effects Are Driven by the Gut Microbiota

Technology Networks Ltd. needs the contact information you provide to us to contact you about our products and services.
For detail: technologynetworks.com
Published Feb 09, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: allafrica.com

Africa: War of Influence at COP 10 - The Intricate Dance Between WHO, Bloomberg Philanthropies, and Harm Reduction Advocates

The 10th Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the World Health Organization's (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) is currently held in Panama until February 10th, 2024, and amidst the discussions on tobacco control, a complex debate unfolds regarding the influence of Bloomberg Philanthropies in the policymaking.
For detail: allafrica.com
Published Feb 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: abc.net.au

Police allegedly seize more than 1,100 illegal cigarette packets from Mansfield tobacco store

Victoria Police say more than 1,100 packets of illegal cigarettes have been found in a search of a tobacco store in the state's north-east this week.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Feb 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: york.ac.uk

Social media adverts impact vaping behaviours among young people, study shows

Viewing e-cigarette adverts and content on social media - often endorsed by celebrities and social media influencers - is fueling the popularity of vaping among young users, according to a study from researchers at the University of York.
For detail: york.ac.uk
Published Feb 08, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vaping360.com

Vaping 101: How to Take a Proper Inhale

Vaping is the act of inhaling smoke-looking vapor from an electronic cigarette or vape device. Vaping simulates smoking but in a less harmful manner.
For detail: vaping360.com
Published Feb 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vaping360.com

Nicotine Strengths: How to Choose What's Right for You

Nicotine is an alkaloid found in plants from the nightshade family, including peppers, tomatoes and potatoes.
For detail: vaping360.com
Published Feb 08, 2024
[Nicotine]

Source: vaping360.com

7 Reasons to Choose a Vape Without Nicotine

One of the best parts of vapes is the ability to choose your own nicotine strength.
For detail: vaping360.com
Published Feb 08, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

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 is essentially encouraged by government health agencies.
For detail: vaping360.com
Published Feb 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

IQOS Surpasses Marlboro in Revenue

Philip Morris International reported net revenues of $9.05 billion for the fourth quarter and net revenues of $35.17 billion for fiscal year that ended Dec. 31, 2023.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 08, 2024
[Leberty Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Defending Liberty

The U.K.’s proposed generational tobacco products sales ban was variously described as nuts, insane, ludicrous, mad, illiberal, impractical and petty minded by speakers at a House of Commons reception on Feb. 7.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 08, 2024
[Influence Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Counter-COP Laments Bloomberg’s Influence

Participants in the Taxpayers Protection Alliance (TPA) Good COP/Bad COP event in Panama lamented the influence of U.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 08, 2024
[Flavor Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Flavors Help Save Lives

Today, the R Street Institute released a new report that explores how flavors are processed by the brain, especially as it pertains to tobacco and nicotine products.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rstreet.org

Flavor Can Save Lives: The Neurobiological Rationale for Flavor in Reduced-Risk Nicotine Products

Youth use of flavored RRPs has decreased due to T21. Proper enforcement of age gating will decrease the levels of youth use even more moving forward.
For detail: rstreet.org
Published Feb 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

BAT shores up US heated tobacco prospects as competition grows

[1/2]A woman poses with a cigarette in front of BAT (British American Tobacco) logo in this illustration taken July 26, 2022.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Feb 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Underreporting of non-study cigarette use by study participants confounds the interpretation of results from ambulatory clinical trial of reduced nicotine cigarettes

Background: As part of its comprehensive plan to significantly reduce the harm from tobacco products, the US Food and Drug Administration is establishing a product standard to lower nicotine in conventional cigarettes to make them "minimally addictive or non-addictive".
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Feb 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kuam.com

Lawmakers hear testimony on bill seeking to tax nicotine vape products

Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center (GBHWC) Director Theresa Arriola states, “One in three of our youth self-reported as vapers.
For detail: kuam.com
Published Feb 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: insideindonesia.org

Review: Netflix’s ‘Cigarette Girl’ promotes Big Tobacco interests in Indonesia

Netflix’s series Gadis Kretek (Cigarette Girl) romanticises an industry that kills around 290,000 Indonesians each year Inspired by Ratih Kumala’s novel, Gadis Kretek (Cigarette Girl), which blends business and romantic intrigue with mythology and historical events, the new Netflix series paints an appealing portrait of Indonesia’s cigarette market, which is the world’s second largest.
For detail: insideindonesia.org
Published Feb 08, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: govt.lc

Tobacco use declines despite tobacco industry efforts to jeopardize progress

Globally there are 1.25 billion adult tobacco users, according to the latest estimates in the World Health Organization (WHO) tobacco trends report out today.
For detail: govt.lc
Published Feb 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

Why British American Tobacco Stock Was Heating Up Today

Shares of British American Tobacco (NYSE: BTI), the owner of cigarette brands Camel and Newport, were moving higher today after the company delivered solid end-of-year results and an encouraging outlook for 2024.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Feb 08, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com

QFG Asks WHO to Consider the Lives of a Billion Smokers in Panama Talks

NEW DELHI, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumer advocacy group Quit for Good asked the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) to consider the lives of more than a billion smokers when it convenes the 10th Conference of the Parties in Panama next week.
For detail: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Published Feb 07, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Taxpayers Group Holds ‘Counter COP’

Concurrent with the 10the Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), which takes place in Panama City this week, the Taxpayers Protection Alliance (TPA) is hosting an event at the Central Hotel Panama under the name “Good Cop/Bad Cop.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 07, 2024
[FCTC Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Health Department Building Case for Stricter Vape Rules

The Philippines Department of Health (DOH) is gathering data on vaping prevalence in the country, reports Malaya Business Insight.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 07, 2024
[FCTC COPD Tobacco]

Source: smokefreeworld.org

State Of Smoking And Health In Pakistan

In 2023, an estimated 27 million adults aged 15 years and over use in Pakistan are tobacco products users.
For detail: smokefreeworld.org
Published Feb 07, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: smokefreepartnership.eu

COP 10: Action needed to prevent tobacco industry interference in environmental solutions

In its 10th session, the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) Conference of the Parties (COP) has, for the first time, the opportunity to support the development of options for using liability to protect the environment, as suggested by the Draft Decision on WHO FCTC Article 19 initially proposed by Oman, Iran, and Pakistan under agenda item 6.
For detail: smokefreepartnership.eu
Published Feb 07, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: philstar.com

Philippines advocates harm reduction at global tobacco control talks

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines highlighted its harm reduction strategy in combating smoking issues during the ongoing World Health Organization’s Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) conference in Panama.
For detail: philstar.com
Published Feb 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

E-cigarette use among US youths climbs, with pandemic years showing slight decline

An article published in JAMA Network Open provides the current prevalence of electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) usage among youths in the United States.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Feb 07, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: medriva.com

The Impact of the WHO Framework Convention for Tobacco Control on Global Smoking Prevalence

The WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) is an international treaty adopted in 2003, aimed at tackling the global tobacco epidemic.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Many hookah manufacturers have not complied with FDA-mandated nicotine warning labels, finds study

Since August 2018, the US Food & Drug Administration has mandated that all hookah (also known as waterpipe tobacco or shisha) manufacturers include a nicotine warning on their packaging to communicate the harms of the tobacco in their products.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Feb 07, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: manilastandard.net

Philippines joins other countries in pushing harm reduction at WHO tobacco conference

PANAMA CITY—The Philippines joined other countries in pushing for tobacco harm reduction as part of strategies to mitigate the impact of smoking on public health during the global tobacco conference being held this week by the World Health Organization’s Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC).
For detail: manilastandard.net
Published Feb 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kgou.org

American Lung Association report recommends tobacco use policy improvements in Oklahoma

The American Lung Association released its annual State of Tobacco Control report, including recommendations on how states like Oklahoma can eliminate tobacco deaths and related diseases.
For detail: kgou.org
Published Feb 07, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: health.gov.au

Taking on Big Tobacco to protect our kids from vapes

As a father of three, I know too well that sending your kids off for the first day of a new school year is always an exciting yet nervous time.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published Feb 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

TACKLE ILLEGAL TOBACCO TO REDUCE CRIME AND SMOKING RATES IN ONTARIO

Illegal tobacco sales may be fueling higher smoking rates in some communities. It is estimated that the illegal market share in Ontario is to be at least 39% and as high as 69%.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Feb 07, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: filtermag.org

Why Isn’t Tobacco Harm Reduction Prioritized for Unhoused People?

People experiencing homelessness are among a number of marginalized groups who remain acutely vulnerable to smoking-related harms, even as global smoking prevalence has declined.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Feb 06, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tribune.net.ph

WHO’s strategies had little impact

World Health Organization, or WHO, Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, or FCTC, strategies on tobacco control have shown limited effectiveness in Southeast Asia, illustrating the need for a better approach, according to a study by a US-based think tank.
For detail: tribune.net.ph
Published Feb 06, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

COP10: Activists Demand Evidence-Based Approach

The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) has called on the World Health Organization and the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) to adopt a more transparent, open and evidence-based approach to tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

COP10: Activists Demand Evidence-Based Approach

The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) has called on the World Health Organization and the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) to adopt a more transparent, open and evidence-based approach to tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[FCTC Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Plain Packaging Continues to Spread: Report

Legal requirements to sell tobacco products in generic, unbranded packaging continue to spread, according to a report released on Feb. 6 by the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[FCTC]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Botswana Awarded for Tobacco Control

Botswana received an integrity award from the World Health Organization for reaching a milestone in its tobacco control efforts, reports Xinhua News.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[COP FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

COP10 Opens With Warning Against New Products

Delegates from around the world gathered in Panama City on Feb 5. to open the 10th Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the World Health Organization’s Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, (FCTC).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

Quitting smoking reduces cancer risk at any age, says study

Stopping smoking at any age helps to reduce the risk of cancer, according to a major study, which found the most substantial drop in cancer risk came after the first decade of stubbing out.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: sunjournal.com

Sensors help schools address student vaping

For Edward Little High School, having the sensors and a substance misuse counselor has worked to curb some vaping among students.
For detail: sunjournal.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sharecast.com

BAT, Philip Morris settle patent infringement litigations over heated tobacco, vapour products

dl british american tobacco plc bats consumer staples food beverage and tobacco tobacco tobacco ftse 100 premium bat 20230327 2018 British American Tobacco said on Friday that it has reached a global settlement with Philip Morris International to resolve all ongoing patent infringement litigations between the two related to its heated tobacco and vapour products.
For detail: sharecast.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: prnewswire.com

Tobacco plain packaging progress continues worldwide with 42 countries and territories moving forward with regulations

TORONTO, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- An international report released today by the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) reveals ongoing advancements in tobacco plain packaging worldwide.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: pakistantoday.com.pk

Tobacco control efforts failing millions

Former WHO officials, Prof. Robert Beaglehole and Prof. Ruth Bonita, have sounded the alarm with an article published in Lancet Journal, which states that tobacco control is not working for most of the world – rather, it maintains the status quo.
For detail: pakistantoday.com.pk
Published Feb 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nsw.gov.au

Commissioner welcomes crackdown on illegal tobacco sales

The NSW Small Business Commissioner has welcomed a renewed crackdown on dodgy retailers selling illegal tobacco and nicotine vapes.
For detail: nsw.gov.au
Published Feb 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Tougher penalties ahead after $1m illegal vaping blitz

Tougher penalties are in sight for retailers caught selling illegal vapes after more than $1 million worth of the contraband was seized in a fresh blitz.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: mynbc15.com

Police: 3 Kids in Spanish Fort sent to ER after vaping in movie theater

At least that was the intention of two parents from Bay Minette, who brought their child and two friends to the Premier 14 theaters in Spanish Fort two boys and one girl, ages 13 and 14.
For detail: mynbc15.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: moroccoworldnews.com

WHO Report: Morocco 7th in Africa for Tobacco Consumption

The World Health Organization report reiterates that tobacco consumption remains an alarming health issue, with 3.
For detail: moroccoworldnews.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: learningenglish.voanews.com

US Schools Use Surveillance to Catch Students Vaping

Schools around the United States are installing sensors and cameras to identify possible use of vaping devices.
For detail: learningenglish.voanews.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: lbbonline.com

Teamwork Takes Centre Stage in FDA’s Next Legends Campaign Against Vaping

The FDA’s latest Next Legends initiative is an anti-vaping PSA that reminds viewers that there’s no “I” in team.
For detail: lbbonline.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: healthpolicy-watch.news

Tobacco COP10 to Address New Products and Industry Interference

COP10 on WHO Framework Convention Tobacco Control. President Zandile Dhlamini (Eswatini) during the opening ceremony “Tobacco [is] the biggest public health threat the world has ever faced.
For detail: healthpolicy-watch.news
Published Feb 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healthday.com

CDC Restarts National Anti-Smoking Campaign, With Focus on Menthols

TUESDAY, Feb. 6, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has resumed a national campaign that uses the stories of former smokers to warn Americans about the many health dangers of tobacco.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: healthcareradius.in

Experts call for tobacco harm reduction in India

As smokeless alternatives offer 70 pc reduction in smoking deaths, experts bat for harm reduction strategies on World Cancer Day.
For detail: healthcareradius.in
Published Feb 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: finchannel.com

Disposable vapes banned to protect children’s health

New powers to restrict vape flavours, introduce plain packaging and change how vapes are displayed in shops so they don’t appeal to children The FINANCIAL — New law will make it illegal to sell tobacco products to anyone born on or after 1 January 2009, delivering on the Prime Minister’s pledge to create a smokefree generation.
For detail: finchannel.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: expresshealthcare.in

Switching to smokeless alternatives results in 70 per cent reduction in smoking-related deaths: Expert

The Asian Coalition for Health Empowerment (ACHE) spotlights India’s concerning surge in cancer cases. Recent data reveals an alarming 1.4 million recorded cases in 2022, marking India as a hotspot for this life-threatening disease.
For detail: expresshealthcare.in
Published Feb 06, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: english.news.cn

Botswana awarded for tobacco control efforts

Botswana on Monday received an integrity award for reaching a milestone in its tobacco control efforts from the World Health Organization.
For detail: english.news.cn
Published Feb 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cureus.com

Introduction to Tobacco Cessation and Motivational Interviewing: Evaluation of a Lecture and Case-Based Learning Activity for Medical Students

Cite this article as: Berger D J, Nickolich S, Nasir M (February 06, 2024) Introduction to Tobacco Cessation and Motivational Interviewing: Evaluation of a Lecture and Case-Based Learning Activity for Medical Students.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: csnews.com

Reduced-Risk Tobacco Products Face Perception Issue

LAS VEGAS — As the tobacco industry embraces a future focused on harm reduction, the bid to move adult consumers to reduced-risk tobacco products, or more pointedly reduced-risk nicotine products, struggles with an aged-old problem: perception over reality.
For detail: csnews.com
Published Feb 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc.net.au

Is passive vaping a hidden risk to the public? Here's what the experts know so far

As more becomes known about the health effects of using vapes, there is also growing concern the habit may pose a risk to non-vapers' health.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Feb 06, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: abc.net.au

Health authorities seize 30,000 illegal vapes and tobacco products worth $1.1 million from Sydney retailers

More than 30,000 vapes and tobacco products worth more than $1 million have been seized by health authorities in a series of raids across Sydney.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Feb 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: youtube.com

Nearly 1 in 4 students vape every day

E-cigarette use remains a public health threat among teens and young adults. In fact, more than 2 million middle school and high students vape.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: worldipreview.com

Philip Morris and BAT resolve all disputes over vapes and heated tobacco devices

The tobacco firms’ global settlement ends all litigation over their cigarette alternatives | Agreement is ‘non-monetary’ and may see ITC ban on Philip Morris products rescinded.
For detail: worldipreview.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wkyt.com

Study shows Kentucky has second highest e-cigarette use in country

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Over the years, vaping has grown in popularity, especially among our youth.
For detail: wkyt.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[FCTC Cigarette]

Source: verafiles.org

PH delegation to WHO conference on tobacco control urged to take stand against vapes

At the ninth session of the Conference of Parties to the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) in November 2021, the Philippine delegation openly expressed support for the tobacco industry and its alternative products including e-cigarettes.
For detail: verafiles.org
Published Feb 05, 2024
[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 Feb 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: undp.org

Tobacco Control: What Ministries of Education Need to Know

Tobacco kills 8.7 million people every year, including up to half its users in addition to non-users exposed to deadly second-hand smoke.
For detail: undp.org
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Sampoerna Opens New Third-Party Facility

Sampoerna and Koperasi Karyawan Redrying Bojonegoro have opened a new third-party operator (TPO) production facility for hand-rolled kretek cigarettes in Dander, Bojonegoro Regency, East Java.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

COP10 Kicks Off

The parties to the World Health Organization’s Framework Convention on Tobacco Control will meet this week in Panama for their 10th gathering (COP10).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

North Carolina Launches Juul Depository

The attorney general for the U.S. state of North Carolina announced the launch of an online, searchable public depository that will contain nearly 4 million documents from the state’s lawsuit against e-cigarette manufacturer Juul Labs.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

FDA Denies Marketing of Flavored Blu Products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued marketing denial orders (MDOs) to Fontem U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tmj4.com

Youth Vaping Prevention & Resources to Quit

Did you know that, according to the CDC, over 2.1 million high school and middle school students vaped nicotine in 2023? Amy Taylor, the Chief of Community Engagement for Truth Initiative, and Todd Bloch, a middle school teacher who utilizes the Vaping: Know the Truth curriculum, join us this morning to discuss how to address youth vaping.
For detail: tmj4.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Why e-cigarettes and vaping devices can trigger serious health issues

NEW DELHI: Vaping continues to pose irreversible dangers for society with new-age gateway products using innovative marketing techniques to lure children and youngsters.
For detail: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thesun.my

Cambodia warns of serious effects from smoking e-cigarettes, shisha, heated tobacco products

PHNOM PENH: Cambodia’s Ministry of Health warned on Sunday that e-cigarettes, shisha and heated tobacco products (HTPs) have caused serious effects on users’ health, urging people, especially youth, not to try these products.
For detail: thesun.my
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theguardian.com

Clouded judgments on vaping are harmful

Doctors are partly to blame for the alarming rise in vaping addiction, argues Dr Philip Barber.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: theguardian.com

The disposable vape ban

The UK government plans to ban disposable vapes in an effort to stop children using them. In recent years, vapes have become cheaper and more colourful and are now available in a wide variety of flavours.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: theexprogram.com

How Much Does Vaping Cost Individuals and Employers?

In the past few years, disposable e-cigarettes—one of the most used type of e-cigarette—have evolved to be bigger in size and nicotine strength.
For detail: theexprogram.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: regulatoryoversight.com

En Banc Fifth Circuit Solidifies Circuit Split on Flavored ENDS Product MDOs

In early January, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, sitting en banc in Wages & White Lion Investments, L.L.C. v. U.
For detail: regulatoryoversight.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: raillynews.com

Are Hookahs and Electronic Cigarettes Dangerous Than Cigarettes?

Every year, millions of people around the world are hospitalized or die as a result of diseases that develop due to tobacco addiction, especially cigarettes.
For detail: raillynews.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: publicnewsservice.org

Report grades IL tobacco prevention efforts

Illinois' efforts are all over the map in a new report on what state and federal officials are, or could be, doing to discourage tobacco use.
For detail: publicnewsservice.org
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: npr.org

How nicotine pouches became the latest political battle

PFEIFFER: How did these nicotine pouches, and specifically Zyn, become so big among the right wing? WEIGEL: Well, I noticed from talking to Democrats that they had no idea this is happening, but it was happening very openly in conservative media.
For detail: npr.org
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Acute effects of traditional and electronic cigarettes on palatal blood flow in smokers: A cross-over pilot study

Background: Smoking is a significant health hazard and contributes to cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases. It can increase postoperative complications during oral and maxillofacial surgery due to its topical effect on the oral mucosa.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Feb 05, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: niagara-gazette.com

State officials seek to reduce youth vaping

ONEIDA — The New York State Department of Health announced recently that it is increasing its efforts to reduce vaping among youth with the end goal of eliminating it entirely.
For detail: niagara-gazette.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: newslite.tv

Health wants to put a stop to vaping devices and plans to equate them to cigarettes

In 2010, artificial intelligence still seemed like something out of science fiction, you had to kick the ground to propel yourself on a scooter and large cities did not consider restricting access by private vehicle to the center.
For detail: newslite.tv
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.bloomberglaw.com

This Week in Chancery Court: Philip Morris Seeks to Intervene

Philip Morris USA Inc. will ask the Delaware Court of Chancery this week if it can intervene in a long-running dispute between two other Big Tobacco companies over a settlement meant to cover the public health costs of smoking.
For detail: news.bloomberglaw.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[PMI Tobacco]

Source: news.bloomberglaw.com

Philip Morris Argues Bid to Intervene in Reynolds, Imperial Case

A judge on Monday questioned why Philip Morris USA Inc.’s push to intervene in long-running litigation between two other Big Tobacco companies should proceed in Delaware instead of Florida.
For detail: news.bloomberglaw.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: mb.com.ph

WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control urged to adopt harm reduction strategies

The World Health Organization's Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) should explore science-based innovations, such as harm reduction strategies, to address the global smoking epidemic and prevent millions of deaths annually, public health experts said ahead of the 10th Conference of the Parties (COP) meeting in Panama.
For detail: mb.com.ph
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: marketscreener.com

PMI and BAT Announce Global Patent Settlement

STAMFORD - Philip Morris International Inc (PMI) (NYSE: PM) is pleased to announce that it has reached a global settlement with British American Tobacco p.l.c.
For detail: marketscreener.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: koreabizwire.com

South Korea to Champion Stricter Tobacco Portrayal Guidelines on Digital Platforms at WHO Summit

South Korea is set to advocate for the reduction of smoking depictions in online video services such as YouTube and Netflix.
For detail: koreabizwire.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kccu.org

How nicotine pouches became the latest political battle

Maybe you've heard of those little nicotine pouches called Zyn. You stuffed them in your upper lip and absorbed the nicotine orally.
For detail: kccu.org
Published Feb 05, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: kbizoom.com

Korean Government Proposes To WHO The Reduction Of Smoking Scenes Like The Ones Of Suzy & Lim Ji-yeon

The Korean government suggested reducing smoking scenes in online services such as YouTube and Netflix On February 4th, the Ministry of Health and Welfare announced that they will attend the 10th Conferences of the Parties on WHO FCTC (Framework Convention on Tobacco Control) that will take place in Panama from the 5th to the 11th.
For detail: kbizoom.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: journalnews.com.ph

WHO FCTC delegates urged to explore tobacco harm reduction strategy

DELEGATES from more than 180 countries attending the 10th Conference of the Parties (COP) of the World Health Organization (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) should explore the harm reduction principles if they really intend to make a dent on the global smoking epidemic, according to public health advocates.
For detail: journalnews.com.ph
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: healthcare.utah.edu

Cancer Prevention Tip: Avoid or Quit Tobacco

For Cancer Prevention Month, we’re highlighting five behaviors that prevent almost 50% of all cancers. This week’s tip is to quit tobacco products.
For detail: healthcare.utah.edu
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: hawaiipublicradio.org

Lawmakers introduce bill allowing counties to regulate tobacco sales

A bill to give the ability to regulate tobacco sales back to counties is getting attention at the state Legislature this session.
For detail: hawaiipublicradio.org
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gulfcoastmedia.com

Is nicotine-pouch use the next vaping?

AUBURN UNIVERSITY — From Major League Baseball (MLB) and the National Football League to news networks and social media, nicotine pouches have made their presence well-known.
For detail: gulfcoastmedia.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: foxbaltimore.com

The Merits Of Vaping To Get People To Quit Smoking

David Williams with the Taxpayers Protection Alliance weighs in on the importance of the meeting in Panama City and his concerns with the World Health Organization.
For detail: foxbaltimore.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Smoking FCTC]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

WVA Condemns FCTC COP10's Exclusion of Consumers and Misguided Harm Reduction Policies

PANAMA CITY, Panama, Feb. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the 10th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control convenes, the World Vapers' Alliance (WVA) is raising a critical voice against the exclusion of consumers from the decision-making process and the potential implementation of measures that could severely undermine harm reduction efforts globally.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: fctc.who.int

Opening address at the Tenth session of the Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control

Dr Adriana Blanco Marquizo, Head of the Secretariat of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) Honourable Minister of Health of Panama Dr Luis Francisco Sucre, President of the Conference of the Parties to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) Ms Zandhi Dhalamini,.
For detail: fctc.who.int
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Conference FCTC Tobacco]

Source: fctc.who.int

Global tobacco control conference opens in Panama

Delegates from around the world gathered in Panama City today to open the 10th Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, the WHO FCTC.
For detail: fctc.who.int
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: expressnews.com

Gervin-Hawkins: FDA needs to enforce rules on vaping and e-cigarette use

A 2023 report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that about 10% of high school students said they used electronic cigarettes in the previous month, down from 14% the previous year.
For detail: expressnews.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: edition.cnn.com

CDC anti-smoking campaign takes aim at menthol cigarettes

The Tips from Former Smokers campaign shares emotional, sometimes harrowing, stories of former smokers to encourage people to quit smoking.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: drugscience.org.uk

Teaching Children about Vaping

In a world of misinformation, what can we teachers do? What should we do? How to capture the strained attention of a young audience and give them something useful? TikTok makes for gripping viewing.
For detail: drugscience.org.uk
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dailyuw.com

Washington receives an “F” in its efforts for tobacco and nicotine prevention

A new report from the American Lung Association in their 22nd annual State of Tobacco Control Report awarded Washington state with an “F” in the state’s efforts in tobacco prevention policies.
For detail: dailyuw.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: chicagotribune.com

Gabe Benitez: Taxing and banning nicotine products in Chicagoland is not working

In December, the Evanston City Council approved a ban on flavored tobacco products, including menthol, starting April 1.
For detail: chicagotribune.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: bworldonline.com

Protecting COP10 from tobacco industry interference

The 10th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the World Health Organization (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), or COP10, will take place from Feb. 5 to 10 in Panama City this year.
For detail: bworldonline.com
Published Feb 05, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: blogs.bmj.com

COP 10: Action needed to prevent tobacco industry interference in environmental solutions

In its 10th session, the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) Conference of the Parties (COP) has for the first time, an opportunity to support the development of options for using liability to protect the environment, as suggested by the Draft Decision on WHO FCTC Article 19 initially proposed by Oman, Iran, and Pakistan under agenda item 6.
For detail: blogs.bmj.com
Published Feb 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ustimespost.com

Children addicted to nicotine will find a way to get around the e-cigarette ban

Children addicted to nicotine will find a way to get around the e-cigarette ban In the “good old days” of the 1950s, youth culture was dominated by sex, drugs and rock’n’roll.
For detail: ustimespost.com
Published Feb 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thescottishsun.co.uk

Kids hooked on nicotine will find a way round the vape ban

IN the “good old days” of the 1950’s, youth culture was characterised by sex and drugs and rock and roll.
For detail: thescottishsun.co.uk
Published Feb 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Teens still seeing illegal vape adverts, and buying online - Vape-Free Kids NZ

An anti youth-vaping advocate says the government needs to do more to stop advertisers from illegally targeting children.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Feb 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: republicasiamedia.com

The fight over vaping: Lobbyists, campaigners clash before summit

PARIS, France – Does vaping offer an opportunity for smokers to kick their deadly tobacco habit, or pose a vast new health threat to the world’s young people? This long-smouldering question has again come to the forefront in the run-up to a tobacco summit being held by the World Health Organization next week.
For detail: republicasiamedia.com
Published Feb 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: phnompenhpost.com

Health ministry warns youth of vape dangers

The Ministry of Health has expressed concerns about the use of e-cigarettes, Shisa pipes and other heated tobacco products (HTP), such as “vapes”, noting that they all carry “severe” health risks.
For detail: phnompenhpost.com
Published Feb 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nst.com.my

Vaping lobbyists, campaigners clash before WHO summit

Vaping and other recent smoking innovations are expected to be high on the agenda as country representatives gather in Panama City on Monday, tasked with revising a WHO treaty on tobacco control.
For detail: nst.com.my
Published Feb 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Kansas police warns about nicotine product teens are using to get ‘high’

MARYSVILLE (KSNT) – A local police department is warning people about a nicotine product in circulation among Kansas youths.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Feb 04, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: mndaily.com

Ten years ‘tobacco free,’ but UMN campus area has plenty of vaping and litter

Sidewalk trash varies in shape and size, but Dinkytown litter often takes a conspicuous and relatively new form: nicotine packaging.
For detail: mndaily.com
Published Feb 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: india.com

Vape Side Effects: 10 Hidden Health Risks Of E-Cigarettes You Shouldn’t Overlook

While vaping may seem like a less harmful alternative to smoking, it comes with its own set of health risks. It's crucial to stay informed about these potential dangers and make informed decisions about your health.
For detail: india.com
Published Feb 04, 2024
[Smoking FCTC]

Source: globenewswire.com

WVA Condemns FCTC COP10's Exclusion of Consumers and Misguided Harm Reduction Policies

PANAMA CITY, Panama, Feb. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the 10th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control convenes, the World Vapers' Alliance (WVA) is raising a critical voice against the exclusion of consumers from the decision-making process and the potential implementation of measures that could severely undermine harm reduction efforts globally.
For detail: globenewswire.com
Published Feb 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: english.news.cn

Cambodia warns of serious effects from smoking e-cigarettes, shisha, heated tobacco products

PHNOM PENH, Feb. 4 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia's Ministry of Health warned on Sunday that e-cigarettes, shisha and heated tobacco products (HTPs) have caused serious effects on users' health, urging people, especially youth, not to try these products.
For detail: english.news.cn
Published Feb 04, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: dailytimes.com.pk

KP Chief Khateeb for action against use of e-cigarettes, vaping

In a move that challenges the tobacco industry’s harm reduction narrative, Chief Khateeb of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Maulana Tayab Qureshi, has issued a powerful call to action against the use of e-cigarettes and vaping, highlighting their dangers and addictive nature.
For detail: dailytimes.com.pk
Published Feb 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businesstoday.in

Pan masala, gutka, other tobacco product makers to pay Rs 1 lakh penalty from Apr 1 if...

The Finance Bill 2024 introduces amendments to the Central GST Act to curb revenue leakage in the tobacco manufacturing sector.
For detail: businesstoday.in
Published Feb 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: youtube.com

FYI: Weekly news show - Preventing kids from vaping

We report on how the government is taking action to prevent kids from vaping. Conservationist Chris Packham joins us in the studio to talk about animals who help us and the planet.
For detail: youtube.com
Published Feb 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tipranks.com

Philip Morris Strikes Global Settlement with British American Tobacco

Philip Morris (PM) has released an update to notify the public and investors about an entry into a material definitive agreement. On February 1, 2024, Philip Morris Products S.
For detail: tipranks.com
Published Feb 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: stltoday.com

Schools are using surveillance tech to catch students vaping, snaring some with harsh punishments

When Aaliyah Iglesias was caught vaping at a Texas high school, she didn’t realize how much could be taken from her.
For detail: stltoday.com
Published Feb 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: statnews.com

Juul spent big to court Black leaders to promote its e-cigarettes, new documents show

Documents released this week shed new light on an aggressive strategy from vape maker Juul to court Black leaders, including the Rev.
For detail: statnews.com
Published Feb 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sentinelassam.com

10 reasons why e-cigarettes, vaping

NEW DELHI: Vaping continues to pose irreversible dangers for society, with new-age gateway products using innovative marketing techniques to lure children and youngsters.
For detail: sentinelassam.com
Published Feb 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: proactiveinvestors.com

Chill Brands adapts to UK's proposed vaping rule with innovative product development - ICYMI

Ian Lyall, a seasoned journalist and editor, brings over three decades of experience to his role as Managing Editor at Proactive.
For detail: proactiveinvestors.com
Published Feb 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: proactiveinvestors.com

Chill Brands on disposable vape ban and post-disposable vaping landscape - ICYMI

William kickstarted his career as a researcher and reporter for a global legal publication, covering everything from public law to M&A.
For detail: proactiveinvestors.com
Published Feb 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: oneidadispatch.com

Officials seek to reduce youth vaping

ONEIDA, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Health announced recently that it is increasing its efforts to reduce vaping among youth with the end goal of eliminating it entirely.
For detail: oneidadispatch.com
Published Feb 03, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: medriva.com

The Ethical Implications of E-Cigarette Marketing: A Comprehensive Analysis

The e-cigarette industry has recently come under scrutiny following revelations of Juul’s aggressive strategies to court Black leaders in an attempt to garner public support for its products.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: landscapeinsight.com

Nicotine Pouches: A Guide to The Smokeless Tobacco-Free Product

Building healthy habits and quitting bad habits have become essential as we become more health-conscious.
For detail: landscapeinsight.com
Published Feb 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ksnt.com

Kansas police warns about nicotine product teens are using to get ‘high’

MARYSVILLE (KSNT) – A local police department is warning people about a nicotine product in circulation among Kansas youths.
For detail: ksnt.com
Published Feb 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

Rishi Sunak's warned disposable ban could lead to 'turf wars' by doctors as Australia's anti-vaping laws leads to rise in smoking and gang violence

The Government's plan to ban disposable vapes has been branded 'a big mistake' by doctors who warn the move could drive up smoking rates and even lead to a rise in gang violence.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Feb 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: crozetgazette.com

The Western Hemisphere: Admin Takes on Vaping, Western’s Most Commonplace Crime

Although vaping is a serious issue, vandalism is usually what causes infamous bathroom closures.
For detail: crozetgazette.com
Published Feb 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: columbian.com

Washington Legislature considers paying for vape detectors in schools, but do they deter vaping?

SPOKANE — Nearly every time Lewis and Clark junior Olive Pete uses the restroom for its intended purpose, a peer is in the next stall vaping, blowing clouds of nicotine-laced tutti frutti vapor.
For detail: columbian.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: xm.com

BAT, Philip Morris settle all patent litigations relating to heated tobacco, vapes

Feb 2 (Reuters) -British American Tobacco BATS.L said on Friday it hadreached a global settlement with Philip Morris International Inc PM.N, resolving all ongoing patent infringement litigations between them related to heated tobacco and vapour products.
For detail: xm.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[BAT Tobacco]

Source: xm.com

BATS Says Nicoventures Trading Entered Settlement Agreement With Philip Morris Products S.A.

Disclaimer: The XM Group entities provide execution-only service and access to our Online Trading Facility, permitting a person to view and/or use the content available on or via the website, is not intended to change or expand on this, nor does it change or expand on this.
For detail: xm.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vancouversun.com

PMI and BAT Announce Global Patent Settlement

STAMFORD, CT — Philip Morris International Inc (PMI) (NYSE: PM) is pleased to announce that it has reached a global settlement with British American Tobacco p.
For detail: vancouversun.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: upi.com

People who get coupons more likely to become hooked on vaping

People who receive coupons for e-cigarettes are 50% more likely to begin vaping, and less likely to quit once they've started, according to a new study.
For detail: upi.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tribune.net.ph

Law adopts global tobacco treaty’s pillar

The Philippines is leading the advancement in addressing the smoking epidemic with the passage of the Vape Law, recognizing the tobacco harm reduction approach as among the identified pillars of the World Health Organization’s global tobacco control treaty, while the health organization remains inflexible with its restrictive stance.
For detail: tribune.net.ph
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

PMI and BAT Settle Patent Disputes

Philip Morris International and British American Tobacco have settled their ongoing intellectual property disputes relating to heated tobacco and vapor products.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Profits Up at Indian Cigarette Makers

ITC’s reported a profit of INR55.72 billion ($670.3 million) for the three months that ended Dec. 31, up nearly 11 percent over the comparable 2023 period, the company announced on its website.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: thedailyblog.co.nz

Call For Transparency From The Government On Tobacco Industry Influence And Connections

As more questions are raised about the controversial decision to repeal the Smokefree legislation, Public Health experts are calling on coalition Government members to be transparent about any past and current dealings they have had with tobacco companies.
For detail: thedailyblog.co.nz
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: streetinsider.com

Philip Morris International (PM) and BAT Announce Global Patent Settlement

Philip Morris International Inc (PMI) (NYSE: PM) is pleased to announce that it has reached a global settlement with British American Tobacco p.
For detail: streetinsider.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: southampton.ac.uk

University works with teens on vaping education

A team from the University of Southampton has worked with teenagers in Hampshire to design educational resources that warn of the dangers of vaping.
For detail: southampton.ac.uk
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: siouxlandproud.com

Siouxland school district trying to limit vaping among students

SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU)– Vaping can lead to a variety of health problems, like damage to the heart and lungs.
For detail: siouxlandproud.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: seekingalpha.com

Philip Morris and British American Tobacco settle patent infringement lawsuits

Philip Morris (NYSE:PM) and British American Tobacco (NYSE:BTI) have reached an agreement to settle ongoing patent infringement lawsuits regarding heated tobacco and vapor products.
For detail: seekingalpha.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: scoop.co.nz

CAPHRA Slams Who's Tobacco Control: Demands Inclusive Evidence-based Approach

The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) is calling for a significant shift in the global approach to tobacco control, criticising the World Health Organisation's Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) for its exclusionary practices and prohibitionist agenda.
For detail: scoop.co.nz
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

BAT, Philip Morris settle patent disputes over heated tobacco, vapes

A woman poses with a cigarette in front of BAT (British American Tobacco) logo in this illustration taken July 26, 2022.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pmi.com

PMI and BAT Announce Global Patent Settlement

STAMFORD, CT--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 2, 2024-- Philip Morris International Inc (PMI) (NYSE: PM) is pleased to announce that it has reached a global settlement with British American Tobacco p.l.c.
For detail: pmi.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Legislation introduced would limit sale of illegal vape products

Feb. 1—An Oklahoma lawmaker representing northwestern Cleveland County has introduced legislation intended to crack down on illegal vape products.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.bloomberglaw.com

PMI and BAT Patent Settlement Clears Path for Smokeless Products

Tobacco giants Philip Morris International Inc. and British American Tobacco Plc settled a series of patent suits that clears a path for both firms to bring their cigarette alternative products to US and European markets.
For detail: news.bloomberglaw.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]

Source: ndtv.com

Opinion: Policy Consistency Key To Curb Tobacco Consumption - by Shantanu Guha Ray

India's health authorities have issued an advisory to halt all research related to e-cigarettes. This development coincides with the upcoming Conference of the Parties (COP 10) to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) scheduled for this year.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nasdaq.com

BAT, Philip Morris settle patent litigations over heated tobacco, vapes

Feb 2 (Reuters) - British American Tobacco BATS.L and Philip Morris International Inc PM.N have reached a global settlement resolving all ongoing patent infringement litigations between them related to heated tobacco and vapour products.
For detail: nasdaq.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: mynewsgh.com

Exploring the Rise of Smokeless Tobacco Alternatives in Today’s Health-conscious World

Exploring the Rise of Smokeless Tobacco Alternatives in Today’s Health-conscious World As the world leans towards healthier lifestyles, the hidden gem of Scandinavian culture, Swedish snus, has emerged as a potential knight in shining armor for those intent on ditching the smoke.
For detail: mynewsgh.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: morungexpress.com

10 reasons why e-cigarettes and vaping devices can trigger serious health issues

New Delhi, February 02 (IANSlife) Vaping continues to pose irreversible dangers for society with new-age gateway products using innovative marketing techniques to lure children and youngsters.
For detail: morungexpress.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: medriva.com

Tobacco Giants Philip Morris and British American Tobacco Resolve Patent Disputes Over Cigarette Alternatives

Philip Morris International and British American Tobacco, two of the most dominant forces in the global tobacco industry, have settled their ongoing patent infringement disputes related to heated tobacco and vapor products.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[PMI Tobacco]

Source: medriva.com

British American Tobacco and Philip Morris Reach Groundbreaking Patent Settlement for Heated Tobacco and Vapour Products

In a significant development in the tobacco industry, British American Tobacco (BAT) and Philip Morris International Inc (PMI) have reached a global settlement that resolves all ongoing patent infringement litigations between them related to heated tobacco and vapour products.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Nicotine Tobacco]

Source: medriva.com

The Culture War Surrounding Zyn Nicotine Pouches: A Comprehensive Overview

The rise of Zyn nicotine pouches, a Swedish brand, has recently sparked a heated controversy in the United States.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: mb.com.ph

Tobacco farmers seek government support at WHO global tobacco conference

Filipino tobacco farmers, citing a government pledge to expand tobacco production under a new roadmap, asked officials to defend their livelihoods at an upcoming World Health Organization (WHO) conference on tobacco control.
For detail: mb.com.ph
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: marketwatch.com

BAT, Philip Morris Resolve Global Patent Dispute -- Update

British American Tobacco and Philip Morris International reached a global settlement that resolves their patent-infringement litigation regarding heated tobacco and vapor products.
For detail: marketwatch.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: marketscreener.com

BAT, Philip Morris settle all patent litigations relating to heated tobacco, vapes

Feb 2 (Reuters) - British American Tobacco said on Friday it had reached a global settlement with Philip Morris International Inc, resolving all ongoing patent infringement litigations between them related to heated tobacco and vapour products.
For detail: marketscreener.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: insurancejournal.com

Tobacco Giants’ Patent Settlement Clears Path for Smokeless Products

Tobacco giants Philip Morris International Inc. and British American Tobacco Plc settled a series of patent suits that clears a path for both firms to bring their cigarette alternative products to US and European markets.
For detail: insurancejournal.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: independent.ng

Global Economy Loses $2trn To Tobacco Use — Expert

Executive Director, Vision for Alternative Development (VALD), a Ghana based Non Governmental Organization (NGO), has disclosed.
For detail: independent.ng
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: independent.co.uk

How a debate over vaping might derail the war on tobacco

Cliff Douglas fought the tobacco industry for decades. As a lawyer, activist, and executive at nonprofit organizations, he sued cigarette makers, cultivated whistleblowers, and led the campaign to ban smoking on airlines.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Feb 02, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: healthpolicy-watch.news

Upcoming Tobacco COP to Focus on New Products and Industry Tactics

Dr Adriana Blanco Macqueso, Head of the Secretariat of the WHO Framework Convention for Tobacco Control New tobacco and nicotine products and the tobacco industry’s extensive lobbying of governments are likely to be in the spotlight when country representatives meet next week to discuss the implementation of the World Health Organization (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC).
For detail: healthpolicy-watch.news
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: fox35orlando.com

Florida teen quits vaping after long journey to battle addiction

Jaylon Robinson has now spent one full year clean. He smashed his last vape on Feb. 1, 2023.
For detail: fox35orlando.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: financialpost.com

PMI and BAT Announce Global Patent Settlement

STAMFORD, CT — Philip Morris International Inc (PMI) (NYSE: PM) is pleased to announce that it has reached a global settlement with British American Tobacco p.
For detail: financialpost.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: exposetobacco.org

Tobacco Harm Reduction: The Industry’s Latest Trojan Horse?

Every two years, Parties to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, a global treaty to reduce tobacco use, gather at the Conference of the Parties (COP) to discuss effective implementation of the treaty.
For detail: exposetobacco.org
Published Feb 02, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: digitaljournal.com

Panama to host anti-tobacco talks as industry courts new, younger smokers

Tobacco use declines worldwideTobacco use declines worldwide - Copyright AFP Marvin RECINOS A global anti-tobacco meeting opens in Panama on Monday to halt the harmful consequences of smoking, as tobacco companies endeavor to hook more users — including children — with addictive products.
For detail: digitaljournal.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cspdailynews.com

BAT and PMI Reach Patent Infringement Settlement

Tobacco companies British American Tobacco (BAT) and Philip Morris International (PMI) on Friday said that they have reached a global settlement that resolves all ongoing patent infringement litigation between the cigarette makers related to their heated tobacco and vapor products.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: csnews.com

British American Tobacco & Philip Morris International Settle Patent Dispute

LONDON — British American Tobacco (BAT) and Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) have resolved a years-long dispute over heat-not-burn tobacco technology.
For detail: csnews.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ca.investing.com

Philip Morris and BAT settle global patent disputes

STAMFORD, CT - Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE: NYSE:PM) has announced a comprehensive settlement with British American Tobacco (NYSE:BTI) (BAT (LON:BATS)) to end all ongoing patent infringement litigation concerning their heated tobacco and vapor products.
For detail: ca.investing.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businesswire.com

PMI and BAT Announce Global Patent Settlement

STAMFORD, CT--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Philip Morris International Inc (PMI) (NYSE: PM) is pleased to announce that it has reached a global settlement with British American Tobacco p.
For detail: businesswire.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bnnbloomberg.ca

Tobacco Giants’ Patent Settlement Clears Path for Smokeless Products

(Bloomberg) -- Tobacco giants Philip Morris International Inc. and British American Tobacco Plc settled a series of patent suits that clears a path for both firms to bring their cigarette alternative products to US and European markets.
For detail: bnnbloomberg.ca
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bloomberg.com

Tobacco Giants’ Patent Settlement Clears Path for Smokeless Products

The two companies have been battling for years in a series of patent disputes regarding alternative cigarette products.
For detail: bloomberg.com
Published Feb 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: barrons.com

The Fight Over Vaping: Lobbyists, Campaigners Clash Before Summit

Does vaping offer an opportunity for smokers to kick their deadly tobacco habit, or pose a vast new health threat to the world's young people? This long-smouldering question has again come to the forefront in the run-up to a tobacco summit being held by the World Health Organization next week.
For detail: barrons.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wftv.com

How a debate over vaping might derail the war on tobacco

Cliff Douglas fought the tobacco industry for decades. As a lawyer, activist, and executive at nonprofit organizations, he sued cigarette makers, cultivated whistleblowers, and led the campaign to ban smoking on airlines.
For detail: wftv.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: washingtonpost.com

How a debate over vaping might derail the war on tobacco

Cliff Douglas fought the tobacco industry for decades. As a lawyer, activist, and executive at nonprofit organizations, he sued cigarette makers, cultivated whistleblowers, and led the campaign to ban smoking on airlines.
For detail: washingtonpost.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: verywellmind.com

The First 2 Days After You Quit Smoking

When you quit smoking, the health benefits begin within minutes of your last cigarette. According to the Surgeon General, physical improvements in your body begin within the first hour of smoking cessation.
For detail: verywellmind.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: usnews.com

How a Debate Over Vaping Might Derail the War on Tobacco

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: usnews.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: usnews.com

E-Coupons Are Luring Folks to Taking Up Vaping

THURSDAY, Feb. 1, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Coupons for e-cigarettes appear to be a powerful way to get people hooked on vaping, a new study shows.
For detail: usnews.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Russian Scientists Create Reduced-Nicotine Tobacco

Scientists from Russia’s Institute of Cytology and Genetics have created a reduced-nicotine content tobacco.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

FDA Warns More Sellers of Flavored Vapes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has again issued warning letters to several small business owners for selling flavored disposable vaping products.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: sunnewsonline.com

Curbing tobacco use among the youths

The move by the federal government to launch a campaign against access to tobacco by young and underage people is a step in the right direction.
For detail: sunnewsonline.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: smokefreepartnership.eu

Smoke-free Environments: The Commission turns the clock back 30 years

By failing to publish its proposal on smoke-free environments, heated tobacco products and e-cigarettes/vapes enjoy the same liberties that cigarettes had 30 years ago.
For detail: smokefreepartnership.eu
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: printweek.com

Disposable vapes banned, new powers for plain packaging

A new law will ban the sale of disposable vapes, and restrict the flavours, packaging, and display options available to reusable vapes, disrupting a profitable market for some printers.
For detail: printweek.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nzherald.co.nz

NZ First Minister Casey Costello’s notes on tobacco tax freeze

Notes that New Zealand First Minister Casey Costello sent to health officials on reforming smoke-free laws make it clear that a proposed freeze on excise tax for tobacco came from her office.
For detail: nzherald.co.nz
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ny1.com

How a debate over vaping might derail the war on tobacco

Cliff Douglas fought the tobacco industry for decades. As a lawyer, activist, and executive at nonprofit organizations, he sued cigarette makers, cultivated whistleblowers, and led the campaign to ban smoking on airlines.
For detail: ny1.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newsday.com

How a debate over vaping might derail the war on tobacco

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: newsday.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nationalreview.com

Why Attack Tobacco-Harm Reduction?

A pit crew member smokes a cigarette during the Indianapolis 500 race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Ind.
For detail: nationalreview.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: medriva.com

The Controversial Shift: From Anti-Tobacco Activism to Leading a Tobacco-Funded Foundation

The recent appointment of Cliff Douglas, a renowned anti-tobacco activist, as the CEO of the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World has caused quite a stir within the anti-smoking movement.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kiro7.com

How a debate over vaping might derail the war on tobacco

Cliff Douglas fought the tobacco industry for decades. As a lawyer, activist, and executive at nonprofit organizations, he sued cigarette makers, cultivated whistleblowers, and led the campaign to ban smoking on airlines.
For detail: kiro7.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kion546.com

How a debate over vaping might derail the war on tobacco

Anti-smoking groups aren’t just fighting the tobacco companies these days. They’re fighting, sometimes bitterly, among themselves.
For detail: kion546.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: healthday.com

E-Coupons Are Luring Folks to Taking Up Vaping

THURSDAY, Feb. 1, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Coupons for e-cigarettes appear to be a powerful way to get people hooked on vaping, a new study shows.
For detail: healthday.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gjsentinel.com

How a debate over vaping might derail the war on tobacco

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: gjsentinel.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

How a debate over vaping might derail the war on tobacco

Cliff Douglas fought the tobacco industry for decades. As a lawyer, activist, and executive at nonprofit organizations, he sued cigarette makers, cultivated whistleblowers, and led the campaign to ban smoking on airlines. Which is why allies in the anti-smoking movement were surprised when in October he became CEO of the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World, a nonprofit created and entirely funded by Philip Morris International, one of the world’s largest tobacco companies.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bmmagazine.co.uk

Shifting nicotine trends: The rise of tobacco-free alternatives

Witnessing a move away from traditional products like Swedish snus, the market is embracing alternatives such as nicotine pouches.
For detail: bmmagazine.co.uk
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: apnews.com

How a debate over vaping might derail the war on tobacco

Cliff Douglas fought the tobacco industry for decades. As a lawyer, activist, and executive at nonprofit organizations, he sued cigarette makers, cultivated whistleblowers, and led the campaign to ban smoking on airlines.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Feb 01, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: 960theref.com

How a debate over vaping might derail the war on tobacco

Philanthropy-Vaping 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: 960theref.com

News Excerpts of Jan-2024

Published Jan 30, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: thestar.com.my

Pushing on to strengthen our stand against nicotine addiction

The numerous harms, which have been known for decades, include increased risk of cardiovascular, respiratory and gastrointestinal diseases; ill effects on reproductive health; and various cancers, as well as resistance to chemo- and radiotherapeutic agents.
For detail: thestar.com.my
Published Jan 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thehindu.com

U.K. to ban vapes, control e-cigarettes aimed at children

It is currently illegal to sell vapes or tobacco to children under 18 in the U.K.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Jan 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Australian Border Force seizes 13 tonnes of disposable vapes in Adelaide

More than 13 tonnes of disposable vapes with a street value of $4.5m have been seized by Australian Border Force officers.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jan 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: practicebusiness.co.uk

NEWS: Government set to ban disposable vapes

As reported by BBC News, amid rising youth vaping rates, the government announces plans to ban disposable vapes, with a focus on curbing access for children and addressing the environmental impact of these widely used products Measures will also be introduced to prevent vapes being marketed at children and to target underage sales.
For detail: practicebusiness.co.uk
Published Jan 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nation.com.pk

KP govt urged to put ban on e-cigarettes, vapes

PESHAWAR - Public Health Stakeholders of Khyber Pakh­tunkhwa on Monday called for unanimous and aggressive efforts to permanently ban the use and sale of e-cigarettes and vapes in the province for the best interest of public health and sustainable tobacco control.
For detail: nation.com.pk
Published Jan 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: independent.co.uk

Everything we know about the ban on disposable vapes

Disposable vapes are set to be banned in Britain as part of plans to tackle the rise in young people vaping and protect children’s health.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Jan 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: independent.co.uk

Good riddance to disposable vapes

As Rishi Sunak announces the latest development in his war against vaping and smoking, Ellie Harrison looks at the multicoloured, multiflavoured sticks and their reign of cringe over the nation The government has announced plans to ban disposable vapes by the end of 2025.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Jan 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Disposable vape ban: 'It can't come soon enough'

Stashing vapes behind a sink and hiding them in roof tiles - these are the extreme lengths two teenage boys went to keep their habit secret.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jan 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

Almost 250,000 vapes seized in Adelaide following import ban on disposable vapes

Australian Border Force Assistant Commissioner Chris Waters and Health Minister Mark Butler with the haul.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wsls.com

The UK will ban disposable vapes and curb candy-flavored e-cigarettes that attract children under 18

A selection of colourful disposable vapes on display for sale in a souvenir shop in London, Monday, Jan.
For detail: wsls.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wrtv.com

This country is banning disposable vapes to curb surge in youth vaping

To address the surge in youth vaping and protect children's health, the United Kingdom is banning the sale of disposable vapes.
For detail: wrtv.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wionews.com

UK government to ban disposable vapes amid concerns over children’s health

UK plans to ban disposable vapes: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s government has sought to introduce a UK-wide ban on vapes in a bid to curb youth vaping.
For detail: wionews.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

The UK Presses on With Disposable Vapes’ Ban Despite the Success Achieved Via Vaping

Despite the nation's progressive smoking cessation approach, and achieving the lowest smoking rates ever recorded, a significant number of people are still dying due to smoke-related diseases.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

United Kingdom to Ban Disposable Vapes

According to the government, disposable vapes have been a key driver behind the rise in youth vaping, with the proportion of 11 to 17-year-old vapers using disposables increasing almost ninefold in the last two years.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

India on track to achieve 30% reduction in tobacco use prevalence by 2025

NEW DELHI: India is on track to achieve a 30% relative reduction in tobacco use prevalence by 2025, relative to 2o10, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has stated.
For detail: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

The UK says it will ban disposable vapes and curb candy-flavoured e-cigarettes aimed at kids

LONDON: The British government says it will ban the sale of disposable vapes and limit their cornucopia of flavours in an effort to prevent children becoming addicted to nicotine.
For detail: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

UK unveils plan to ban disposable e-cigarettes

LONDON: The UK will introduce legislation to ban disposable e-cigarettes to tackle a rise in youth vaping, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was to announce Monday.
For detail: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: time.com

Why the U.K. Is Banning Disposable Vapes

A selection of disposable, single-use vape products advertised for sale in a high street shop as the Local Government Association, a representative body of councils across the United Kingdom, call for a ban on single-use disposable vapes in the country amid numerous concerns of the health and environmental risks posed by vaping, particularly to children, on 3rd August, 2023 in Margate, United Kingdom.
For detail: time.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: the-star.co.ke

The science of reducing harm caused by tobacco

BAT Kenya chairperson Rita Kavashe with BAT managing Director Chrispin Achola during a report launch last year.
For detail: the-star.co.ke
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Children shouldn't be vaping': Rishi Sunak explains UK disposable vapes ban

The prime minister has explained the UK government's plan to ban disposable vapes to try to curb youth vaping.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

UK ministers vow to close loopholes in disposable vape ban

UK ministers will aim to stop firms from skirting around an upcoming ban on disposable vapes by eliminating ruses such as attaching charging points to them, the health secretary has said.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

UK disposable vapes ban likely to become law after lack of objections

Plans to ban disposable vapes and gradually phase out the sale of tobacco to people of all ages in the UK appear likely to pass into law with minimal fuss as only a handful of Conservative MPs have objected to the proposals.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thegrocer.co.uk

Will disposable vape ban be the death of Shenzhen brands?

A huge, black figurative cloud hangs over the Chinese city of Shenzhen. The so-called vaping capital of the world – home to around 1,000 factories responsible for the design and manufacture of an estimated 90% of vaping devices globally – awoke this morning to a body blow.
For detail: thegrocer.co.uk
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: straitstimes.com

British government to ban disposable vapes to protect children’s health

LONDON – British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will announce plans to ban the sale of disposable vapes to prevent their use by children, and reiterate the government’s intention to introduce a law preventing younger generations from buying tobacco.
For detail: straitstimes.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: standardmedia.co.ke

Success as fewer adults are smoking cigarettes globally, WHO report says

According to the most recent World Health Organisation (WHO) tobacco trends report, the global number of adult tobacco users stands at 1.25 billion.
For detail: standardmedia.co.ke
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: spectrumlocalnews.com

The UK will ban dis­posable vapes and curb candy-flavored e-cig­a­rettes that attract children under 18

LONDON (AP) — Britain's government will ban the sale of disposable vapes and limit their cornucopia of flavors to prevent children from becoming addicted to nicotine, officials said Monday.
For detail: spectrumlocalnews.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: spectator.co.uk

Banning disposable e-cigarettes won’t stop kids vaping

The government thinks it has finally found a popular policy. Better still, it is a policy that it can implement, or at least legislate for.
For detail: spectator.co.uk
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scmp.com

The Lens: Vapes are more harmful than hip and need more restrictions

Vaping is gaining popularity across the world, especially among the youth. Photo: dpaVaping is gaining popularity across the world, especially among the youth.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: samaa.tv

UK cracks down on vaping among youth

In a bid to curb the alarming rise in youth vaping, the UK government is set to introduce a two-pronged approach: banning disposable e-cigarettes and gradually raising the legal smoking age.
For detail: samaa.tv
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Disposable vapes to be banned for children's health, UK government says

Disposable vapes are set to be banned as part of plans to tackle the rising number of young people taking up vaping, the UK government says.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

UK government to ban disposable vapes to prevent use by children

A man smokes a disposable vape, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Britain, September 14, 2023.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: resource.co

Government announces ban on sales of disposable vapes

In a move to address both public health and environmental concerns, the UK Government has announced a ban on disposable vapes.
For detail: resource.co
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: realclearhealth.com

It’s Time for the Progressive Nanny State to Back Off of Tobacco-Free Nicotine

In their latest attack on personal freedom and individual liberty, progressive New York Sen. Chuck Schumer is hard at work pitting working-class Americans against the elite establishment with his attack on Zyn.
For detail: realclearhealth.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: qz.com

The UK will ban disposable vapes and curb candy-flavored e-cigarettes that attract children under 18

Britain's government says it will ban the sale of disposable vapes and limit their cornucopia of flavors to prevent children from becoming addicted to nicotine Britain's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak meets Year 9 students taking part in a personal development lesson as he visits Haughton Academy to outline plans for the banning of single use vapes, in Darlington, England, Monday, Jan. 29, 2024.
For detail: qz.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: punchng.com

UK to ban disposable e-cigarettes

The United Kingdom will introduce legislation to ban disposable e-cigarettes in order to tackle a rise in youth vaping, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was to announce Monday.
For detail: punchng.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: pulsetoday.co.uk

Government to ban disposable vape products and marketing appealing to children

The Government will ban disposable vapes and restrict flavours marketed at children as part of efforts to combat youth vaping across the UK.
For detail: pulsetoday.co.uk
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: pharmacy.biz

UK bans disposable vapes to tackle alarming rise in youth vaping

The UK government has decided to ban disposable vapes to tackle the rise in youth vaping and protect children’s health, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced on Sunday (28 January 2024) during a visit to a school.
For detail: pharmacy.biz
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: packaging-gateway.com

UK government introduces new measures to kerb youth vaping

The changes are set to be implemented either in late 2024 or early 2025. Credit: Yarrrrrbright via Shutterstock.
For detail: packaging-gateway.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: opendemocracy.net

Climate sceptic and Liz Truss ally behind pro-vape campaign

Brexit campaign group has spent £363,320 on ads against proposals to limit the sale of vapes Stewart was criticised for report on net zero that contained multiple errors.
For detail: opendemocracy.net
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nytimes.com

U.K. to Ban Disposable Vapes in Plan to Combat Use by Children

The British government said it would act after surveys showed that the number of young people trying vapes had risen sharply.
For detail: nytimes.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ny1.com

The UK will ban dis­posable vapes and curb candy-flavored e-cig­a­rettes that attract children under 18

LONDON (AP) — Britain's government will ban the sale of disposable vapes and limit their cornucopia of flavors to prevent children from becoming addicted to nicotine, officials said Monday.
For detail: ny1.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nursingtimes.net

Public health nurses welcome ban on disposable vapes

School and public health nurses have welcomed a ban on disposable vapes, which forms part of latest government plans to tackle the rise in the number of children vaping.
For detail: nursingtimes.net
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newstalk.com

A huge issue' - Alarms fitted in school toilets due to vaping increase

Many schools are now fitting alarms in their toilets due to the increasing number of students who are vaping.
For detail: newstalk.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

UK government announces ban on disposable vapes

The UK government has recently unveiled a groundbreaking initiative to address the escalating concern of youth vaping.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newscientist.com

Why does the UK want to ban disposable vapes and when will it happen?

As part of a clampdown on under-18s using e-cigarettes, the UK government is planning to outlaw disposable vapes and a ban could come into force early next year Single-use vapes are set to be banned in the UK.
For detail: newscientist.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news.sky.com

Disposable vapes to be banned over concerns of sharp increase in children's use

It will also become illegal for anyone born after January 1 2009 to buy tobacco under the prime minister's plan to create a smoke-free generation.
For detail: news.sky.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.sky.com

Will the smoking ban be subject to a 'nanny state' backlash?

Whether these smoking measures are judged to be workable could be the test for whether ministers have, most likely after the election, a fresh look at restrictions in other difficult areas.
For detail: news.sky.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.sky.com

Why are disposable vapes bad for the environment?

The PM Rishi Sunak wants to ban disposable vapes in order to "stamp out" youth vaping.
For detail: news.sky.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nationalhealthexecutive.com

UK Govt announces ban on disposable vapes to protect children’s health

Prime minister, Rishi Sunak, has today outlined plans to ban the sale of disposable vapes to crack down on youth vaping, protect children’s health and progress plans to create the first smokefree generation.
For detail: nationalhealthexecutive.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: mja.com.au

The next generation of tobacco control measures

The World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control Tenth Conference of the Parties will discuss next generation tobacco control policies, as the incoming New Zealand Government receives strong international condemnation for repealing recent tobacco control measures.
For detail: mja.com.au
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: marketscreener.com

Supreme PLC Shares Rise on Positive Outlook Despite Vaping Ban

Supreme PLC shares bounced after the company said its outlook for fiscal 2025 is unaffected by the U.K.
For detail: marketscreener.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: liverpoolexpress.co.uk

Government action on smoking and vaping welcomed

Public Health leaders in Liverpool are welcoming an announcement from the Government that it is introducing new powers to tackle vapes and cut smoking.
For detail: liverpoolexpress.co.uk
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: itv.com

Disposable vapes to be banned in Britain to protect children’s health

New data shows the number of children vaping in the last three years has tripled, with use among younger children is also rising Disposable vapes are set to be banned in Britain as part of plans to tackle the rise in young people vaping and protect children’s health.
For detail: itv.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: india.com

Passive Smoking: Is it as Dangerous as Smoking a Cigarette?

Passive smoking is basically breathing in the air of tobacco and it may be equally be dangerous.
For detail: india.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: independent.co.uk

Rishi Sunak joins students for lesson on dangers of vaping

The Prime Minister met with students, teachers, and parents at the Haughton Academy in Darlington on Monday (29 January), as he announced disposable vapes will be banned and other e-cigarettes placed behind shop counters.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: health-ni.gov.uk

Department of Health statement on UK plans to tackle tobacco and vaping

The Department of Health notes the UK Government’s plans to enable NI to legislate to increase the smoking age and to introduce measures aimed at reducing youth vaping, subject to Northern Ireland Assembly agreement.
For detail: health-ni.gov.uk
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: forbes.com

Disposable Vapes Set To Be Banned In U.K.

Single-use Disgarded Vapes in a Lidl recycling bin on May 4,2023 in London, England.
For detail: forbes.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: firstpost.com

UK government set to ban disposable vapes in effort to curb youth vaping

The initiative aims to make vaping less appealing to children by restricting flavors, introducing plain packaging, and minimizing displays in shops.
For detail: firstpost.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: filtermag.org

British Government to Ban Disposable Vapes, Restrict Flavors

Disposable vapes will be banned in the United Kingdom, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced during a January 29 school visit.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: elle.com

The Government Is Banning Disposable Vapes

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak confirmed plans to ban disposable vapes on Monday in a bid to tackle the rising number of young people using them.
For detail: elle.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Disposable vapes to be banned, government confirms

Disposable vapes will be banned as part of the drive to protect children’s health, the government has confirmed.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

Should disposable vapes be banned? Vote here and tell us why...

Disposable vapes are set to be axed under a tough Government crackdown on youth vaping to prevent thousands of children from becoming 'hooked for life'.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cypnow.co.uk

Youth vaping: Prime Minister announces ban on disposable vapes

The government is set to introduce a ban on disposable vapes in a bid to reduce increasing numbers of children using them.
For detail: cypnow.co.uk
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ctvnews.ca

The U.K. says it will ban disposable vapes and curb candy-flavoured e-cigarettes aimed at kids

A selection of colourful disposable vapes on display for sale in a souvenir shop in London, Monday, Jan. 29, 2024.
For detail: ctvnews.ca
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ctvnews.ca

The U.K. says it will ban disposable vapes and curb candy-flavoured e-cigarettes aimed at kids

A selection of colourful disposable vapes on display for sale in a souvenir shop in London, Monday, Jan. 29, 2024.
For detail: ctvnews.ca
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cosmosmagazine.com

Messaging that works to reach young vapers

Encouraging young people to think about their actions, might be the most effective way to communicate the dangers of e-cigarette use.
For detail: cosmosmagazine.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cnbc.com

Disposable vapes to be banned in UK after stark warnings of risks to young people

Vape flavours for sale on display in shop window, Essex, England. (Photo by: Matt Pope/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) The U.K.
For detail: cnbc.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: circularonline.co.uk

Disposable vapes to be banned over child health concerns

Disposable vapes are set to be banned in the UK as part of plans to reduce the rising number of young people taking up vaping, the UK government has said.
For detail: circularonline.co.uk
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: channelnewsasia.com

UK unveils plan to ban disposable e-cigarettes

Health experts welcomed the proposal, with Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty saying the legislation would have "a major public health impact across many future generations".
For detail: channelnewsasia.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: businesstimes.com.sg

UK to ban disposable vapes in bid to protect children’s health

The measures are part of the government’s response to its consultation on smoking and vaping, launched in October last year.
For detail: businesstimes.com.sg
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: breakingnews.ie

Millions knocked off value of disposable vaping firms ahead of UK ban

Shares in vaping firms tumbled on Monday morning as disposable vapes are set to be banned in Britain.
For detail: breakingnews.ie
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bloomberg.com

Why Health Experts Argue About the Value of ‘Smoke-Free’ Nicotine Products

With rates of smoking declining globally, some of the world’s biggest tobacco companies have pledged to work toward a future without cigarettes.
For detail: bloomberg.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: blog.gov.uk

Disposable vape ban and what it means for young people

The number of children using vapes has tripled in the last three years and there is strong evidence to suggest that cheap and easy-to-use disposable vapes are partly to blame.
For detail: blog.gov.uk
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Vapes 10 times over legal size seized at Kent ports

Almost 500,000 illegal vapes, some 10 times the legal size, were seized at Kent ports in 2023, the BBC has discovered.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

We have the balance right on vaping, says PM

Disposable vapes are "behind the very worrying rise" in children vaping, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Ipswich: More than 2,000 illegal vapes seized from shops

Suffolk Trading Standards seized more than 2,000 illegal vapes in Ipswich Suffolk Trading Standards says it has seized 2,007 illegal vapes from three town centre shops.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Disposable vapes to be banned using devolved powers

Disposable vapes are the most popular vaping device among teenagers in Scotland Powers devolved to the Scottish parliament will be used to implement a ban on disposable vapes.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Disposable vapes to be banned for children's health, government says

Disposable vapes are "behind the very worrying rise" in children vaping, says Rishi Sunak Disposable vapes are set to be banned as part of plans to tackle the rising number of young people taking up vaping, the government says.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

How dangerous is vaping - and why the concern over young vapers?

Calls for bans on cheaper disposable vapes have been growing as more young people take up the habit.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bbc.com

Labour backed disposable vape ban for two years - Starmer

Opposition leader Sir Keir Starmer has asked why the government has been slow to act on banning disposable vapes.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bbc.co.uk

Disposable vapes to be banned for children's health

There have been lots of concerns raised around the use of vapes among children and young people Disposable vapes are set to be banned to try and stop young people taking up vaping and reduce the impact on the environment.
For detail: bbc.co.uk
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: barrons.com

UK Unveils Plan To Ban Disposable E-cigarettes

The UK will introduce legislation to ban disposable e-cigarettes in order to tackle a rise in youth vaping, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was to announce Monday.
For detail: barrons.com
Published Jan 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: app.com.pk

PHS call for ban on e-cigarettes, vapes in KP

PESHAWAR, Jan 29 (APP):Public Health Stakeholders of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Monday called for unanimous and aggressive efforts to permanently ban the use and sale of e-cigarettes and vapes in the province for the best interest of public health and sustainable tobacco control.
For detail: app.com.pk
Published Jan 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Disposables Ban Could Thwart Cessation: Study

A ban on disposable vapes, currently being considered by the U.K.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Activists Protests ‘Misguided’ Zyn Probe

U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s call on the U.S.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thehill.com

UK moves to ban disposable vapes to reduce use by children

Britain’s Prime Minister Rishi Sunak hosts a press conference inside the Downing Street Briefing Room, in central London, on December 7, 2023.
For detail: thehill.com
Published Jan 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Disposable vapes to be banned in UK as part of drive to curb youth vaping

Plans to make vaping less appealing also to include restricting fruity flavours and introducing plain packaging Ministers are to ban disposable vapes as part of a UK-wide drive to curb youth vaping.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jan 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Disposable vapes to be banned to stop children getting ‘hooked for life’

Rishi Sunak will unveil plans to limit reusable vapes to just four flavours and end the use of colourful packaging Disposable vapes will be completely banned and shops will be made to place other e-cigarettes behind the counter.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Jan 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sciencedirect.com

Psychometric Properties of Measures for Electronic Cigarette Dependence Among Former-Smoking Electronic Cigarette Users

Author links open overlay panelAndrea R. Milstred a, Ashley E. Douglas a, Nicholas J. Felicione b, Melissa D.
For detail: sciencedirect.com
Published Jan 28, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: iol.co.za

Adolescent SA children admit to voluntarily smoking

A study by the WHO found that South African children from the age of 13 years the smoking habit. WHO said 13 to 15 year-olds found that 24% of boys and 18.
For detail: iol.co.za
Published Jan 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: independent.co.uk

More than four million illegal vapes seized at UK border as number quadruple in just one year

Millions of illegally imported vapes were seized at the UK border last year, with the figures quadrupling in just one year, new data has revealed.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Jan 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: gov.uk

Disposable vapes banned to protect children's health

Disposable vapes will be banned in the UK as part of ambitious government plans to tackle the rise in youth vaping and protect children’s health.
For detail: gov.uk
Published Jan 28, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

Rishi Sunak to ban the sale of disposable vapes to protect children's health and stop them from being 'hooked for life'

Disposable vapes will be banned in a bid to protect children's health and prevent them becoming 'hooked for life', the Government will announce today.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Jan 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vapingpost.com

Indonesia’s New Vape Tax And Its Repercussions

Indonesia's new vape tax went into effect earlier this month, against the advice of experts in the field of tobacco harm reduction.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Jan 27, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Anti Tobacco Forum criticises waiver of penalty on cultivation of unauthorized tobacco

The Anti Tobacco Forum (ATF), Mysuru, has criticised the Centre’s decision to waive the penalty on the excess and unauthorised tobacco cultivated by farmers in Karnataka during the 2023-24 crop season.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Jan 27, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theguardian.com

Vapes may be limited to four flavours in drive to stop UK children getting hooked

Ministers consider measures to lessen appeal as data suggests one in five children have tried vaping Vapes could be limited to just four flavours as ministers consider ways to stop children becoming addicted to nicotine.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jan 27, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: hindustantimes.com

Beyond smoking: Understanding and treating Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Health experts list the causes of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease beyond smoking, reveal the symptoms and management strategies along with treatment tips While smoking remains the primary culprit in the development of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), its reach extends far beyond the realm of tobacco.
For detail: hindustantimes.com
Published Jan 27, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fortune.com

A new wave of Gen Z ‘Zynfluencers’ are fueling a tobacco industry resurgence with nicotine pouch sales

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer this week urged both the Federal Trade Commission and Food and Drug Administration to investigate the nicotine pouch brand ZYN, and he’s especially concerned about how popular it is among Gen Z and influencers.
For detail: fortune.com
Published Jan 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bbc.com

Over four million illegal vapes seized at border

The number of illegal vapes seized at the border quadrupled last year as UK authorities wrestle with unlicensed imports amid a surge in youth vaping.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wlrn.org

Florida gets 'F' in protecting residents from tobacco dangers

Florida received failing grades by not meeting recommendations in Tobacco prevention and cessation of funding, taxing tobacco, as well as restrictions around flavored products.
For detail: wlrn.org
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

UKVIA Exposes Illicit Vape Sellers

Authorities have been alerted to more than 100 retailers suspected of underage and illicit vape sales through the U.K.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Kiwi Tax Freeze Proposal Gets Backlash

A proposal to freeze tobacco excise taxes for three years has triggered a fierce backlash in New Zealand, according to Radio New Zealand.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Juul Supports Tighter Youth Access Rules

Juul Labs wants tighter e-cigarette regulations to help stave off youth demand while also making the industry safer overall.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Support for Indonesian Vape Tax

The Indonesian Consumers Foundation (YLKI) expressed support for a recently implemented tax on e-cigarettes, reports Tempo.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thepost.co.nz

A shift to smoking harm reduction

OPINION: If journalist Guyon Espiner at RNZ is right about Associate Health Minister Casey Costello’s plans for tobacco policy, there is reason to celebrate.
For detail: thepost.co.nz
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: talkingretail.com

Single-use vapes ban ‘set to be announced next week’

Disposable vapes are set to be banned in England in a bid to prevent under-age take-up of the devices, according to The Telegraph.
For detail: talkingretail.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: spectrumlocalnews.com

North Carolina receives failing grades in tobacco control

Tobacco is still one of the top cash crops in North Carolina, but the state is receiving a failing grade by a major health advocate. The American Lung Association gave N.
For detail: spectrumlocalnews.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: punchng.com

FG calls for strict regulation of tobacco industry

The Federal Government has stated the need to ensure strict regulation of tobacco industry in accordance with the country’s legislation and global best practices.
For detail: punchng.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: punchng.com

WHO urges e-cigarette regulation

In the interest of public health, the World Health Organisation has urged member nations of its global tobacco treaty to ban or regulate the use of e-cigarettes and other novel and emerging products of the tobacco industry.
For detail: punchng.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: pulse.ng

WHO urges global ban on e-cigarettes, new tobacco products

The National Institutes of Health defined e-cigarettes as battery-powered devices that heat liquid into a vapor for inhalation [AHA] The plea comes in the run-up to the 10th Conference of Parties (COP10) to the World Health Organisation Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, set to take place in Panama.
For detail: pulse.ng
Published Jan 26, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: newnationalstar.com

WHO– Prohibit e-cigarette use

In the interest of public health, the World Health Organization, or WHO, has encouraged signatory states to its global tobacco treaty to prohibit or restrict the use of e-cigarettes and other cutting-edge tobacco products.
For detail: newnationalstar.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nationalpost.com

Imperial Tobacco Canada urges governments and public health organizations to embrace the concept of harm reduction

In the spirit of National Non-Smoking Week, Imperial Tobacco Canada urges governments and public health organizations to embrace the concept of harm reduction in order to achieve the objective of reducing smoking rates below 5 percent by 2035.
For detail: nationalpost.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: naplesnews.com

States with the most vaping: See Florida’s surprising rank when it comes to the vice

Noticed an uptick in e-cigarettes devices over the years? Turns out it might not be as close to you as you'd think.
For detail: naplesnews.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: latimes.com

Schools are using surveillance tech to catch students vaping

A high school principal displays vaping devices that were confiscated from students. A high school principal displays vaping devices that were confiscated from students in Massachusetts.
For detail: latimes.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: jsonline.com

How common is vaping and e-cigarette use in Wisconsin? Here's what a new study says

A new study from Forbes Advisor found that Wisconsin ranks among the bottom dozen U.
For detail: jsonline.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ipmnewsroom.org

Some Midwest states earn failing grades in tobacco prevention and cessation efforts: ALA report

The American Lung Association released its 2024 State of Tobacco Control report Wednesday, which evaluates state efforts to eliminate tobacco use.
For detail: ipmnewsroom.org
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: fox5ny.com

New York schools using surveillance tech to catch students vaping

Schools across the nation are getting creative to catch students vaping in their bathrooms, using air quality surveillance technology.
For detail: fox5ny.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

‘Huge positive implications’

With tobacco use on the decline across the globe, we hear about the significant impact this will have on the dental industry.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Jan 26, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: dailypost.ng

Ban use of e-cigarette

The World Health Organisation, WHO, has urged member nations of its global tobacco treaty to ban or regulate the use of e-cigarettes and other novel and emerging products of the tobacco industry, in the interest of public health.
For detail: dailypost.ng
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: axios.com

Schools use surveillance tech to punish vaping

High schools across the country are using advanced technology to monitor whether students are vaping — and they're sometimes handing down severe punishments when someone gets caught.
For detail: axios.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: axios.com

Schools use surveillance tech to punish vaping

High schools across the country are using advanced technology to monitor whether students are vaping — and they're sometimes handing down severe punishments when someone gets caught.
For detail: axios.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: apnews.com

Schools are using surveillance tech to catch students vaping, snaring some with harsh punishments

When Aaliyah Iglesias was caught vaping at a Texas high school, she didn’t realize how much could be taken from her.
For detail: apnews.com
Published Jan 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: algoafm.co.za

Tobacco Bill in spotlight at EC hearings

Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Health will conclude the nationwide public hearings on the so-called Tobacco Bill, in the Eastern Cape this weekend.
For detail: algoafm.co.za
Published Jan 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Lung Association Urges Menthol Ban

The American Lung Association’s State of Tobacco Control 2024 Report highlights the impacts of tobacco use and urges the White House to finalize rules on the impending menthol ban.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 25, 2024
[PTC Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Industry Sounds Alarm About Illicit Trade

Tobacco industry officials are sounding the alarm over an influx of smuggled and counterfeit cigarettes into Pakistan, reports Pakistan Today.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 25, 2024
[FCTC Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Activists Criticize COP10 Tactics

The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) today issued a sharp critique of the World Health Organization’s Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) for its exclusion of consumer groups and harm reduction advocates from the 10th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP10).
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Police seize gutka and tobacco worth ₹2.3L; 3 arrested

IndianOil, in association with The Times of India, has come up with the IndianOil Science Quiz 2024 initiative with the aim of nurturing and celebrating scientific curiosity among the youth of the nation.
For detail: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Published Jan 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Quitting tobacco: NRT & behavioural therapy combo works ‘5 times faster’

Bhubaneswar: Counselling alone doesn’t help tobacco users quit, as a new clinical trial found that combining nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) with behavioural therapy leads to a five-fold increase in tobacco quit rates.
For detail: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Published Jan 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

How are e-cigarettes more dangerous than cool

The appealing flavours, stylish designs, and convenient availability of e-cigarettes render them appealing to young individuals who may not fully grasp the related health risks.
For detail: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Published Jan 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

UK set to ban single use vapes to discourage children from smoking

Government is gearing up to phase out the sale of cigarettes, ahead of a bill in February to crack down on marketing and flavours Research showed young people have taken up smoking vapes despite not smoking cigarettes.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Jan 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Call for Casey Costello to be removed after 'outrageous' proposal for tax freeze on tobacco

An anti-smoking advocacy group wanted Casey Costello to be stripped of her health duties altogether.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Jan 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Diseased lungs, ageing by nicotine': Exhibition tackles risks of smoking, vaping

A new exhibition warning young people about the risks of smoking and vaping is now timelier than ever, Tūhura Otago Museum says.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Jan 25, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: nagalandpage.com

Declined tobacco use in 2022 despite industry efforts to jeopardize progress: WHO

In a positive sign, a continued decline in tobacco use was witnessed across the globe in 2022 with about 1 in 5adults consuming tobacco as compared to 1 in 3 in the year 2000, according to a report by the World Health Organization.
For detail: nagalandpage.com
Published Jan 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: leaderpost.com

New minimum age to buy tobacco, vape products to take effect Feb. 1

This change brings alcohol, marijuana and now all tobacco and vapour products in alignment at the same minimum age for purchase.
For detail: leaderpost.com
Published Jan 25, 2024
[FCTC NCD Tobacco]

Source: healthpolicy-watch.news

Call for Swift Actions to Counter the Emerging Threat of e-cigarettes at WHO Board

World Health Organization’s (WHO) Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus lauded the success of tobacco control measures at the Wednesday evening session of the Executive Board meeting, but expressed concerns about the growing use of harmful products like e-cigarettes among youth.
For detail: healthpolicy-watch.news
Published Jan 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: filtermag.org

Australia Tightens the Screw Even More Against Vaping

One million additional GP appointments will be needed in Australia annually, according to the Health Department, as the government tightens its highly restrictive prescription-only policy on nicotine vapes.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Jan 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: en.tempo.co

YLKI Supports E-Cigarette Tax and Excise Tax

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian Consumers Foundation (YLKI) supported the implementation of tax and excise on electronic cigarettes or e-cigarettes.
For detail: en.tempo.co
Published Jan 25, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Ban on disposable vapes could have ‘unintended consequences’, say experts

The number of adults using vapes has increased by more than 4.5% in two years, new research has found.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Jan 25, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: commercialappeal.com

What states vape the most? Tennessee leads the way and so does the South

If you think you've noticed more e-cigarette usage around town, you're probably not wrong according to Forbes Advisor.
For detail: commercialappeal.com
Published Jan 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cincinnati.com

Nicotine addiction can be a source of stress for teens

Illegal, disposable, flavored e-cigarettes remain the top choice of American middle and high school students who use tobacco, fueling youth vaping.
For detail: cincinnati.com
Published Jan 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bworldonline.com

Philippines slips in tobacco industry influence rankings

The Philippines slipped four places to 50th out of 90 countries with a score of 60 (out of a possible 100) in the 2023 edition of the Global Tobacco Industry Interference Index (GTIII) by Global Center for Good Governance in Tobacco Control.
For detail: bworldonline.com
Published Jan 25, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bbc.com

Lancaster teens ill after using contaminated vapes

The youngsters were all students at schools and colleges in Lancaster and Morecambe Five teenagers required hospital treatment after using vapes believed to be contaminated with dangerous Class B drugs, police have said.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Jan 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: achi.net

Report Gives Arkansas ‘F’ Grades for Tobacco Prevention, Cessation Efforts

Arkansas receives “F” grades in three categories in a new report that grades states on their tobacco prevention and cessation efforts.
For detail: achi.net
Published Jan 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: the-star.co.ke

Tobacco laws to be tightened, possible ban on pouches, e-cigarettes

The Ministry of Health plans to amend the Tobacco Control Act to restrict nicotine products, which the World Health Organization says harm brain development and cause other health problems.
For detail: the-star.co.ke
Published Jan 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thenationalnews.com

Not going to school as bad for health as smoking and drinking, study finds

People who spend longer in education live longer, an international study has found. Chris Whiteoak / The National People who spend longer in education live longer, an international study has found.
For detail: thenationalnews.com
Published Jan 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Centre permits farmers to sell excess tobacco without penalty

The Centre has accorded permission for tobacco farmers to sell excess tobacco that had been cultivated in Karnataka during 2023-24 crop season without any penalties.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Jan 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: theguardian.com

Disposable vapes ban ‘could lead to relapse in people trying to quit smoking’

Study suggests proposal to prevent uptake by children in UK may discourage use of e-cigarettes instead of tobacco among adults A ban on disposable vapes could discourage the use of e-cigarettes among people who are trying to quit smoking, research has found.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jan 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: spectrumlocalnews.com

Examining tobacco control in New York state

The American Lung Association released its 22nd annual State of Tobacco Control report Wednesday that rated New York state’s and federal tobacco control policies.
For detail: spectrumlocalnews.com
Published Jan 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: sciencealert.com

Even Nicotine-Free Vapes Can Damage Lung Tissue: One Protein Plays a Key Role

Vaping is often marketed as a less damaging alternative to smoking, but a new study raises more questions about just how harmful vapes can be to the body – even when the vapes are free from nicotine.
For detail: sciencealert.com
Published Jan 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: prnewswire.com

American Lung Association's 2024 'State of Tobacco' Report Reveals Alarming Impact of Tobacco, Urges White House to Act on Menthol Cigarettes

CHICAGO, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Lung Association's 2024 "State of Tobacco Control" report, released today, reveals the continued devastation of tobacco use, including menthol cigarettes, on individuals and families across the country, and underscores the urgent need for the White House to finalize the rules to end the sale of menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars to save lives.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published Jan 24, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: news-medical.net

Study urges revamp of vape prevention campaigns for youth

Flinders University researchers say that cohesive and collaborative action from preventive health communicators and organisations is needed to inform young people about the devastating harms of vaping.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jan 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: hindustantimes.com

Police department to prohibit advertisements of cigarette & tobacco products

The directive was issued during the quarterly meeting of the DCC held at the district collector’s office, said officials The District Coordination Committee (DCC) for the National Tobacco Control Programme (NTCP) on Friday directed the police department to start taking action against those found advertising cigarette and tobacco products.
For detail: hindustantimes.com
Published Jan 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: deccanherald.com

Maharashtra affected by tobacco menace

Mumbai: In a country where tobacco-related deaths claim the lives of 3,700 individuals daily, Maharashtra grapples with a staggering 27 per cent of its population affected by the adverse effects of tobacco consumption.
For detail: deccanherald.com
Published Jan 24, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cen.acs.org

Cherry vape flavor compromises lab model of lung’s slippery coating

A person with a beard, seen from the side, exhales smoke while holding a blue vape.
For detail: cen.acs.org
Published Jan 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: barrons.com

Cigarette, Vape Sales Drop as Nicotine Pouches Take Off

Sales of cigarettes and e-cigarettes have slipped in the past two weeks as sales of oral nicotine pouches see outsized growth, according to analysts at TD Cowen.
For detail: barrons.com
Published Jan 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: alaskabeacon.com

Alaska tobacco-control efforts get mixed reviews from American Lung Association

Lack of state tax on e-cigarettes is a problem, says organization, which is pushing for passage of bill aimed at reducing youth vaping A collection of flavored vapor liquids, each bought for $1, are seen on May 16, 2023, in the Alaska State Capitol.
For detail: alaskabeacon.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vice.com

New Study: Even Nicotine-Free Vapes Harm Your Lungs

First people vaped as a healthier alternative to smoking. Then people smoked nicotine-free vapes as a healthier alternative to vaping.
For detail: vice.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: valleytimes-news.com

Students get lesson on vaping

Tim Shoemaker held a white vape pen in his left hand, waving it around as he spoke, animated, into the microphone in his right. He could have easily been mistaken for a preacher giving a sermon on the dangers of nicotine.
For detail: valleytimes-news.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

FDA Makes Progress Against Flavored E-Cigarettes, But Continued Delays Leave Kids at Risk

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a status report filed on Monday, the FDA told a federal court that it will not finish its review of marketing applications for the most popular e-cigarette products until June 30, 2024 – six months later than the FDA previously told the court and nearly three years after the September 9, 2021, deadline originally set by the court.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
Published Jan 23, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tnnenglish.com

Urgent Regulations Needed for Tobacco Harm-Reduction Products in Pakistan

Supporting the decision to ban the sale of e-cigarettes and vapes to minors in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Alternative Research Initiative (ARI) reiterated its call for sensibly regulating tobacco harm-reduction products in Pakistan.
For detail: tnnenglish.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

How British American Tobacco lobbied Kenya to water down nicotine pouch warnings

Exclusive: tobacco giant said it would pull investment from a Nairobi factory if its request for smaller health labels was not met, leaked documents show The Kenyan government weakened health warnings on nicotine pouches after British American Tobacco said it would pull investment from a new factory in the country’s capital, an investigation has revealed.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: theconversation.com

For the new vape laws to succeed, these 3 things need to happen

Emeritus Professor, The National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research, The University of Queensland Wayne Hall has been a paid advisor to the Therapeutic Goods Administration on the safety and effectiveness of medical cannabis (2017-2019) and was a member of Australian Advisory Council on Medicinal Uses of Cannabis, Commonwealth Department of Health, February 2017-2021.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: prnewswire.com

Sweden Paves the Path: Dr R Zimlichman Reveals 70% Reduction in Deaths Compared to Cigarettes through Harm Reduction Solutions

NEW DELHI, Jan.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: pembrokeobserver.com

LETTER: We need Ontario’s leadership to reform the tobacco industry

It’s National Non-Smoking Week, and Ontario has a historic opportunity to reduce healthcare costs and reform the tobacco industry.
For detail: pembrokeobserver.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: onlinelibrary.wiley.com

. : Oral nicotine pouches provide a less controversial route for tobacco harm reduction than electronic cigarettes

E-cigarettes as a form of harm reduction has been controversial, driven by concerns regarding their high appeal and teen uptake.
For detail: onlinelibrary.wiley.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Harm perceptions of vaping nicotine relative to cigarette smoking among sexual and gender minority young adults

Introduction: To address gaps in existing research, the current study used a mixed-methods approach to describe, contextualise and understand harm perceptions of vaping nicotine relative to cigarette smoking and associations with nicotine and tobacco (NT) use among young adults who identify their genders and sexualities in ways that classify them as sexual and gender minorities (SGM).
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nbcnews.com

A 22-year-old man who vaped required a double lung transplant: 'He had no idea how bad it was for him'

Jackson Allard, a North Dakota resident, went to the emergency room for a stomach ache in October, but was instead admitted to the hospital because his oxygen levels had dipped too low.
For detail: nbcnews.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: nature.com

The combination of propylene glycol and vegetable glycerin e-cigarette aerosols induces airway inflammation and mucus hyperconcentration

Despite concerns over their safety, e-cigarettes (e-cigs) remain a popular tobacco product.
For detail: nature.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Tobacco experts praise Australian vaping law loophole closure

Leading Australian tobacco control experts have praised the Federal Government's plans to close vaping law loopholes, calling for the proposed reforms to be introduced urgently to grasp the opportunity to end the youth vaping epidemic.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healio.com

E-cigarette use vs. nicotine replacement therapy leads to higher quit rates

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on Pulmonology: Smoking and Tobacco.
For detail: healio.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: forbes.com

Not Going To School As Bad For Your Health As Smoking, Study Finds

Every year in school cuts the risk of premature death, according to a landmark study (Pic: Getty .
For detail: forbes.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: filtermag.org

UK Makes Cytisine Available as Prescription Smoking-Cessation Drug

For people in the United Kingdom who wish to quit smoking, a new oral pharmaceutical option, cytisine, became available on prescription through the National Health Service (NHS), as of January 22.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ersnet.org

Tobacco policy should be health driven and science backed, say respiratory health experts

The European Respiratory Society (ERS) is urging global policymakers to support and adopt tobacco policies that are health driven and science backed.
For detail: ersnet.org
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: cureus.com

Effect of Male Cigarette Smoking on In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Outcomes and Embryo Morphokinetic Parameters

Cite this article as: Taniguchi R, Hatakeyama S, Ohgi S, et al. (January 23, 2024) Effect of Male Cigarette Smoking on In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Outcomes and Embryo Morphokinetic Parameters.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: csnews.com

FDA Issues Marketing Decisions on Several Vapor Products

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued several marketing denial orders (MDOs) covering multiple products by various companies, including Bidi Vapor, Shenzhen Youme Information Technology Co.
For detail: csnews.com
Published Jan 23, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: businessinsider.com

A Chinese man who chain-smoked his way through a marathon was disqualified for smoking on the course

A Chinese man has been disqualified from a marathon after he chain-smoked his way through the entire 26-mile race.
For detail: businessinsider.com
Published Jan 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wionews.com

US man receives miraculous double lung transplant after heavy vaping, overcomes 1% survival odds

Jackson Allard, a 22-year-old heavy vaper from the US, survived against one per cent odds with a double lung transplant after vaping-related health complications.
For detail: wionews.com
Published Jan 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vaping360.com

Vaping Taxes in the United States and Around the World

As vaping grows in popularity, it becomes a natural target for governments in need of tax revenue.
For detail: vaping360.com
Published Jan 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: unilad.com

Marathon runner disqualified after he chain-smokes for entire race

A marathon runner who decided he wanted to run on 'hard mode' and continuously smoked through a race has ended up being disqualified.
For detail: unilad.com
Published Jan 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

New PMTA Finish Date is June 30: FDA Status Report

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration now states that it will complete all covered marketing applications by June 30.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 22, 2024
[Bidi Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

FDA Denies Marketing of Bidi Stick

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a marketing denial order to Bidi Vapor for its Bidi Stick Classic e-cigarette.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nzdoctor.co.nz

Reducing nicotine in tobacco would help people quit

Supporters of the new government’s plan to repeal Aotearoa New Zealand’s smokefree legislation have claimed victory against “prohibition”.
For detail: nzdoctor.co.nz
Published Jan 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: newswire.ca

LET'S ACCEPT ALL FORMS OF TOBACCO HARM REDUCTION

TORONTO, Jan. 22, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, marks the beginning of National Non-Smoking Week. On behalf of all Canadians who vape, Rights4Vapers urges policy makers and health groups to listen to the lived experiences of Canadians who have chosen non-traditional methods to quit smoking.
For detail: newswire.ca
Published Jan 22, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Nicotine patches and e-cigarettes in pregnancy: A deep dive into risks and outcomes

In a recent study published in Addiction, researchers examined the safety of electronic cigarettes (ECs) and nicotine-containing patches (NRT) as smoking cessation aids during pregnancy using the Pregnancy Trial of Electronic Cigarettes and Patches (PREP) randomized clinical trial (RCT) data.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jan 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ndtv.com

Man, 22, Gets Double Lung Transplant After Years Of Heavy Vaping: "Had 1% Chance Of Survival"

A 22-year-old man in the United States underwent a double lung transplant after he had only "one per cent chance of survival" following years of heavy vaping, as per a report in the New York Post.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Jan 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: mja.com.au

The Australian Government's new vaping policy should be part of a larger plan towards a tobacco endgame

The Australian Minister for Health and Aged Care, Mark Butler, made a strong push to address the growing problem of youth vaping in his speech at the National Press Club in May 2023.
For detail: mja.com.au
Published Jan 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medscape.com

Are Nicotine Patches and E-Cigarettes Safe in Pregnancy?

Guidelines consistently advise that the best thing a pregnant woman can do is to stop smoking. Now, new research has found that regular use of nicotine replacement products to assist smoking cessation is not associated with adverse events or poor pregnancy outcomes.
For detail: medscape.com
Published Jan 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: finance.yahoo.com

National Non-Smoking Week: Canada can be smoke free by 2035

MONTREAL, Jan. 22, 2024 /CNW/ - At the start of National Non-Smoking Week, Imperial Tobacco Canada (ITCAN) urges governments and public health organizations to embrace the concept of harm reduction in order to achieve the objective of reducing smoking rates below 5 percent by 2035.
For detail: finance.yahoo.com
Published Jan 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cstoredecisions.com

FDA Issues MDO for Bidi E-Cigarette

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released a statement noting that it has issued a marketing denial order (MDO) to Bidi Vapor for its Bidi Stick — Classic e-cigarette product.
For detail: cstoredecisions.com
Published Jan 22, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: convenience.org

Cool New Products Discovery Center

The NACS Payment Processing Program is designed to reduce card processing fees for unbranded convenience and fuel retailers.
For detail: convenience.org
Published Jan 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: consumerchoicecenter.org

587,000 adults who smoke in Massachusetts likely had to turn to alternative sources to purchase tobacco products they prefer.

When the city of Brookline passed a generational ban on tobacco products in 2020, it was an extraordinary legal maneuver.
For detail: consumerchoicecenter.org
Published Jan 22, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc.net.au

Vaping is still on the rise despite ads targeting young Australians. Why isn't the messaging working?

The number of Australians vaping has risen rapidly, prompting questions on why anti-vaping messaging has not cut through.
For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jan 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

Quitting Smoking Can Prevent Brain Shrinkage

Studies indicate the benefits of quitting smoking or at least switching to safer alternatives for brain health.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Jan 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: timesnownews.com

Study Finds Nicotine-Free Vapes Too Pose Lung Health Risks

A new study has found that vapes that are nicotine-free, too can cause oxidative stress in the lungs and lead to inflammation and breakdown of blood vessels.
For detail: timesnownews.com
Published Jan 21, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: irvingweekly.com

Global Tobacco Use Declines, but Challenges Persist, Says WHO Report

According to the latest World Health Organization (WHO) tobacco trends report released today, there are currently 1.
For detail: irvingweekly.com
Published Jan 20, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vapingpost.com

How is California’s Vape Flavour Ban Panning Out?

While many policymakers insist that bans on vape flavours could reduce teen vaping, real-world data indicate otherwise.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Jan 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: valleynewslive.com

“He had a 1% chance of living:” 22-year-old Fargo man receives double lung transplant

FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - A 22-year-old Fargo man is recovering at the University of Minnesota Medical Center following a double lung transplant on Jan. 1, 2024.
For detail: valleynewslive.com
Published Jan 19, 2024
[TCC Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Bans Vapes

The government of Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has banned the storage, sale and use of e-cigarettes for 60 days, according to the Associated Press of Pakistan.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Autonomous research at risk: India shifts perspective on Tobacco

The National Medical Commission (NMC) recently issued a directive for medical professionals, possibly requested by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoH).
For detail: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Published Jan 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: self.com

How to Quit Vaping When It’s Really, Really Hard

When you first started vaping, it might have seemed like a better alternative to smoking cigarettes…but maybe you’re finding that now you’re just hooked on something else that makes you feel short of breath and twitchy.
For detail: self.com
Published Jan 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: scoop.co.nz

A Puff In The Wrong Direction: Australia's Misguided Vape Ban

In a controversial move that has left public health advocates and consumers in a cloud of disbelief, the Australian Government has decided to effectively ban vapes, a decision that flies in the face of harm reduction evidence and the rights of smokers seeking safer alternatives.
For detail: scoop.co.nz
Published Jan 19, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: filtermag.org

Harvard Health Stands by Misleading Article on Vaping and “Popcorn Lung”

Objections to an article published by Harvard Health saw a tweet taken down and a review conducted. But the article, which misleadingly links nicotine vapes to “popcorn lung” and “EVALI,” remains online.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Jan 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bloomberg.com

Should Big Tobacco Be Trusted to Sell 'Reduced Harm' Products?

Zyn smokeless nicotine pouches at the Swedish Match AB concept store in central Stockholm, Sweden.
For detail: bloomberg.com
Published Jan 19, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bloomberg.com

Why Health Experts Argue About the Value of ‘Smoke-Free’ Nicotine Products

With rates of smoking declining globally, some of the world’s biggest tobacco companies have pledged to work toward a future without cigarettes.
For detail: bloomberg.com
Published Jan 19, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: bangkokpost.com

Vape usage among young teens surging

A saleswoman holds an e-cigarette as she demonstrates vaping at a shop in Beijing.
For detail: bangkokpost.com
Published Jan 18, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: wtvy.com

SRO: Houston County Schools sees decrease in vaping incidents

News4 spoke with one Houston County school resource officer about how this problem impacts his school system.
For detail: wtvy.com
Published Jan 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: verywellhealth.com

Can Nicotine Cause Erectile Dysfunction?

Nicotine—whether smoked, vaped, or chewed—and erectile dysfunction (ED) are closely linked.
For detail: verywellhealth.com
Published Jan 18, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theconversation.com

Reducing nicotine in tobacco would help people quit

Richard Edwards receives research funding from the Health Research Council of New Zealand, the Cancer Society of New Zealand, the University of Queensland (Australia) and the National Institute of Health (US).
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Jan 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nypost.com

Vaping does not harm pregnant women or babies, shocking study claims

Smoking cigarettes while pregnant has previously been linked to birth complications and fetal damage, but a new study suggests that vaping could be a potentially safer option.
For detail: nypost.com
Published Jan 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Even nicotine-free vapes can harm the lung, finds study

eVape fluid exposure causes a significant increase in pulmonary endothelial cell damage and breakdown of monolayer integrity.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jan 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: healthshots.com

6 reasons you should quit smoking for the sake of your sexual health

Smoking can affect both men and women. It has long been recognised as a major risk factor for a myriad of health issues, including cardiovascular diseases and various cancers.
For detail: healthshots.com
Published Jan 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healio.com

Young, female e-cigarette users more likely to have asthma attack, use health services

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on Pulmonology: Smoking and Tobacco.
For detail: healio.com
Published Jan 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: eurekalert.org

Even nicotine-free vapes can harm the lung - study

A new study has identified a protein that nicotine-free vape fluid increases in the lung, causing damage including oxidative stress, inflammation and breakdown of the blood vessels.
For detail: eurekalert.org
Published Jan 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: contemporaryobgyn.net

No adverse pregnancy outcomes linked to e-cigarette use

A comprehensive secondary analysis challenges common concerns by finding no association between the regular use of nicotine patches or e-cigarettes and adverse pregnancy outcomes among smokers seeking to quit.
For detail: contemporaryobgyn.net
Published Jan 18, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: channelnewsasia.com

Vaping clouds efforts by cessation clinics to help smokers quit for good

While demand for professional help to quit cigarettes remains strong, healthcare personnel say the evasive habit of vaping is tripping up their efforts to help smokers stub out for good.
For detail: channelnewsasia.com
Published Jan 18, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: aninews.in

Pakistan bans selling e-cigarette to individuals under 21

Mardan (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) [Pakistan], January 18 (ANI): In an effort to tackle the growing use of tobacco and e-cigarettes among young individuals, the Deputy Commissioner of Mardan has enforced Section 144, restricting the sale of cigarettes and vaping devices to individuals below 21 years of age, Geo News reported.
For detail: aninews.in
Published Jan 18, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ama.com.au

New vaping laws not expected to lead to millions of GP visits

Reports this week suggesting ‘hundreds of thousands’ of GP visits for prescription vapes are an overestimation, but GPs need support to help nicotine-addicted patients.
For detail: ama.com.au
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: york.gov.uk

Swap smoking for more money and better mental health

Stopping smoking is often referred to as ‘giving up’, but this new year, City of York Council’s Health Trainer team is focusing on the gains.
For detail: york.gov.uk
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wyso.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden.
For detail: wyso.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wutc.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden.
For detail: wutc.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wusf.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden.
For detail: wusf.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wrvo.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden. The WHO has issued a new report on global tobacco use, finding rates are going down.
For detail: wrvo.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wlrn.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden.
For detail: wlrn.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wkms.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden.
For detail: wkms.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wfdd.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden.
For detail: wfdd.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wellingtonadvertiser.com

Public health hosting virtual information session on youth vaping

Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health is hosting a virtual youth vaping information session for parents on Jan.
For detail: wellingtonadvertiser.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: weaa.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct.
For detail: weaa.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wbur.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

Tobacco use rates around the world are falling, but not as much as hoped, according to a new report on global tobacco use by the World Health Organization. In 2022, there were about 1.
For detail: wbur.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wbaa.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden.
For detail: wbaa.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: townandcountrytoday.com

New graphic health warnings on cigarette packs aim to help smokers kick the habit

A bulging lump on someone's tongue. A big toe that has turned greenish-black from gangrene.
For detail: townandcountrytoday.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccotactics.org

New Tobacco Tactics page on endgame policies and industry interference

To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information.
For detail: tobaccotactics.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Foley Joins Foundation for a Smoke-Free World

The Foundation for a Smoke-Free World appointed Katherine Ellen Foley as its new director of media relations.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

UK inflation unexpectedly rises as cost of tobacco and alcohol increases

UK inflation rose unexpectedly to 4.0% in December in the first increase for 10 months, complicating the timing of interest rate cuts from the Bank of England this year.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Adult smoking declines globally

Proportion of adults who smoke falls sharply in the past 25 years, but tobacco firms are pushing hard to attract the young, WHO warns A pedestrian stands surrounded in a cloud of vapour after exhaling from a vape device as a pedestrian smoking a cigarette passes in London, UK.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: startribune.com

Smoking deaths increase in Minnesota despite tobacco usage decline

Smoking rates have remained steady at 15% to 17% among Minnesotans 35 to 64. Declines in tobacco usage haven't reduced deaths in Minnesota over the past decade, because middle- and older-age adults continue to smoke even if young adults don't.
For detail: startribune.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: scottishgrocer.co.uk

Plea to join war on illicit tobacco trade

SCOTTISH convenience store retailers have been hearing why it is important for them to help crack down on illicit tobacco sellers.
For detail: scottishgrocer.co.uk
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sciencemediacentre.org

expert reaction to study of impacts of vaping in pregnancy and comparison with smoking

Prof Caitlin Notley, Professor of Addiction Sciences, Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia (UEA), said: “This paper presents high quality evidence, as a secondary analysis of data from the first UK trial of e-cigarettes for smoking cessation during pregnancy.
For detail: sciencemediacentre.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: rnz.co.nz

More primary school students stood down for vaping - Ministry of Education

The total number of students stood down for vaping or smoking increased almost 19 percent from 2022 to 2023.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: radio.wpsu.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden.
For detail: radio.wpsu.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: qmul.ac.uk

E-cigarettes help pregnant smokers quit without risks to pregnancy

A new analysis of trial data on pregnant smokers, led by researchers at Queen Mary University of London, finds that the regular use of nicotine replacement products during pregnancy is not associated with adverse pregnancy events or poor pregnancy outcomes.
For detail: qmul.ac.uk
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: prnewswire.com

Florida Youth E-Cigarette Use Drops Significantly

New report shows electronic vapor product use nearly halved over a period of extensive public education, health interventions TALLAHASSEE, Fla.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pbswisconsin.org

Vaping down among Wisconsin teens, while underage sales rise under new law

The percentage of teens in Wisconsin who have reported using e-cigarettes has fallen since the federal government in 2019 raised the legal age for purchasing nicotine products from 18 to 21.
For detail: pbswisconsin.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: npr.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

Tobacco use rates around the world are falling, but not as much as hoped, according to a new report on global tobacco use by the World Health Organization.
For detail: npr.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: northcountrypublicradio.org

much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct.
For detail: northcountrypublicradio.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nhpr.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden.
For detail: nhpr.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Nicotine replacement products offer safe quit option for pregnant smokers

A new analysis of trial data on pregnant smokers, led by researchers at Queen Mary University of London, finds that the regular use of nicotine replacement products during pregnancy is not associated with adverse pregnancy events or poor pregnancy outcomes.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.wgcu.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden.
For detail: news.wgcu.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.sky.com

Inflation surprisingly rises after cost of tobacco increases

The consumer price index (CPI) measure of inflation stood at 4% in the year to December, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
For detail: news.sky.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nepm.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden. The WHO has issued a new report on global tobacco use, finding rates are going down.
For detail: nepm.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: mytwintiers.com

New York State Department of Health increases anti-vaping efforts

An Elf Bar disposable vaping pod device, now renamed under the brand name EBCreate, is displayed, Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023, in Washington. Months after U.
For detail: mytwintiers.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: medriva.com

Understanding the Impact of E-Cigarettes and Nicotine Patches on Pregnancy Outcomes: Insights from the PREP 2 Study

E-cigarettes and Nicotine Patches: Are They Safer Alternatives for Pregnant Smokers? A new analysis of the PREP 2 study, involving over 1,100 pregnant smokers, has provided intriguing insights into the effects of nicotine-replacement products like e-cigarettes (EC) and nicotine patches on pregnancy outcomes.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

E-cigarettes help pregnant smokers quit without risks to pregnancy, trial finds

A new analysis of trial data on pregnant smokers, led by researchers at Queen Mary University of London, finds that the regular use of nicotine-replacement products during pregnancy is not associated with adverse pregnancy events or poor pregnancy outcomes.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kunm.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden. The WHO has issued a new report on global tobacco use, finding rates are going down.
For detail: kunm.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kuaf.com

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden. The WHO has issued a new report on global tobacco use, finding rates are going down.
For detail: kuaf.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ktep.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden.
For detail: ktep.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ksut.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden. The WHO has issued a new report on global tobacco use, finding rates are going down.
For detail: ksut.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: ksfr.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden.
For detail: ksfr.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kpcw.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden.
For detail: kpcw.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kosu.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden. The WHO has issued a new report on global tobacco use, finding rates are going down.
For detail: kosu.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kdlg.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden. The WHO has issued a new report on global tobacco use, finding rates are going down.
For detail: kdlg.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kclu.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden. The WHO has issued a new report on global tobacco use, finding rates are going down.
For detail: kclu.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: kbbi.org

Tobacco use is going down globally, but not as much as hoped, the WHO says

This picture taken on Oct. 31, 2023, shows a man smoking a cigarette in Sundbyberg, near Stockholm, Sweden.
For detail: kbbi.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ipmnewsroom.org

Illinois enacts statewide ban on vaping and e-cigarette use in public

As of January 1, 2024, Illinoisans are no longer able to vape or use e-cigarettes in public places, workplaces, and near any entrances, windows, or ventilation areas.
For detail: ipmnewsroom.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: indianexpress.com

Can smoking cause diabetes? Here’s why a smoker is three times more at risk than a non-smoker

Many studies have shown that smoking increases the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by 30 to 40 per cent.
For detail: indianexpress.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[WNTD FCTC PHW Tobacco]

Source: hindustantimes.com

Tobacco use declining across the world... but not fast enough

The WHO report shows that 150 countries have been successful in reducing tobacco use, with India among the countries that have taken the most effective measures New Delhi ​There has been an overall global decline in tobacco use over the last two decades with about one in five adults worldwide consuming it in 2022 compared to one in three in 2000, according to the estimates in the latest WHO (World Health Organisation) tobacco trends report released on Monday.
For detail: hindustantimes.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: hindustantimes.com

Health ministry directs State DGP to act against illegal sale of e-cigarettes

The Union Health Ministry additional secretary V Hekali Zhimomi in a recent communique to the DGP stated that as per PECA 2019, an officer not below the rank of Sub Inspector has been authorised to take action on PECA violations.
For detail: hindustantimes.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: hcplive.com

E-Cigarette Use Not Associated with Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes

These data indicate that e-cigarettes and nicotine patches were found not to negatively impact pregnant smokers in a significant way, though further study may be valuable.
For detail: hcplive.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: euronews.com

Tobacco use declining globally, despite industry efforts, WHO says

While global consumption of tobacco is declining, trends indicate that the goal of a 30 per cent reduction will not be met by 2025 as initially planned.
For detail: euronews.com
Published Jan 17, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: e.vnexpress.net

Tobacco use shrinking despite industry efforts: WHO

In 2022, about one in five adults around the world were smokers or consumed other tobacco products, compared to one in every three in 2000, the UN health agency said.
For detail: e.vnexpress.net
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Tobacco use declining worldwide, says WHO

The findings show that one in five adults worldwide are consuming tobacco – a significant decline from one in three in 2000.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: convenience.org

THRIVR: Digital Marketing Platform

The NACS Payment Processing Program is designed to reduce card processing fees for unbranded convenience and fuel retailers.
For detail: convenience.org
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: commonslibrary.parliament.uk

Debate on the 10th Conference of Parties to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control

A Westminster Hall debate is scheduled for 18 January on the 10th Conference of Parties to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control.
For detail: commonslibrary.parliament.uk
Published Jan 17, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ama.com.au

New vaping laws will protect children

Limiting access to nicotine vapes to prescription only was a necessary step taken by the Federal Government to reduce their damaging and harmful use, particularly by children and teenagers, AMA Vice President Dr Nick Yim told the ABC.
For detail: ama.com.au
Published Jan 17, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: africanews.com

Tobacco use declines globally - WHO report

Trends in 2022 show a continued decline in tobacco use rates globally. That year, 1 in 5 adults worldwide consumed tobacco compared to 1 in 3 in 2000.
For detail: africanews.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Tobacco use declines despite tobacco industry efforts to jeopardize progress

Globally there are 1.25 billion adult tobacco users, according to the latest estimates in the World Health Organization (WHO) tobacco trends report out today.
For detail: who.int
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vtdigger.org

Will this be the year Vermont bans flavored tobacco sales?

Sen. Ginny Lyons, D-Chittenden Southeast, listens to discussion on the Senate floor at the Statehouse in Montpelier on Feb. 1, 2023.
For detail: vtdigger.org
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: voanews.com

Smoking Declines Globally as Vaping, E-Cigarette Use Soars

While new data show that smoking globally is on the decline, the World Health Organization warns that this good news is being undercut by an alarming rise in the use of e-cigarette and vaping devices, especially among children.
For detail: voanews.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tradearabia.com

WHO urges countries to continue tobacco control

The World Health Organization WHO has urged countries to continue putting in place tobacco control policies and continue to fight against tobacco industry interference.
For detail: tradearabia.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: todayonline.com

Tobacco use shrinking despite industry efforts: WHO

GENEVA — The number of adult tobacco users is steadily dropping, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Tuesday (Jan 16), but warned that Big Tobacco was working hard to attract young people.
For detail: todayonline.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[WHO Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

WHO: Tobacco Use Continues to Decline

A new World Health Organization report shows that tobacco use continued to decline in 2022, with one in five adults consuming tobacco compared to one in three in 2000, according to the WHO.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Spain Bans Flavors for Heated Tobacco

The government in Spain has approved a decree that equates the regulation of heated tobacco products with that of traditional cigarettes, prohibiting products with flavorings.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Is the increase in vaping among teens affecting lung cancer rates?

The increase in teen vaping has emerged as a concerning trend with potential implications for lung cancer rates.
For detail: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thestar.com

New graphic health warnings on cigarette packs aim to help smokers kick the habit

Revamped cigarette warnings depict cancer risks A bulging lump on someone's tongue. A big toe that has turned greenish-black from gangrene.
For detail: thestar.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: seatca.org

Tobacco use falling worldwide but Big Tobacco fighting to reverse trend, WHO says

The number of adult tobacco users has dropped steadily in recent years, the World Health Organization said on Tuesday, but it warned Big Tobacco is working hard to reverse that trend.
For detail: seatca.org
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

Global tobacco use tumbles despite industry lobbying

A "no smoking" sign is placed on the office building window in the centre of Warsaw, Poland May 12, 2017.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: newsobserver.com

Wake schools receive $1.87 million more in settlement against e-cigarette companies

The Wake County school system will receive more than $8 million in lawsuit settlements against e-cigarette companies accused of causing a national vaping epidemic among teens.
For detail: newsobserver.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: news.un.org

Tobacco use declining despite industry interference: WHO

The number of people using tobacco continues to decline despite industry attempts to jeopardize progress towards stamping out cigarettes and other such products, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a report published on Tuesday.
For detail: news.un.org
Published Jan 16, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: news.rthk.hk

Tobacco use shrinking despite industry efforts: WHO

The number of adult tobacco users is steadily dropping, the World Health Organisation said on Tuesday, but warned that Big Tobacco was working hard to attract young people.
For detail: news.rthk.hk
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: neuro.psychiatryonline.org

Vaping and the Brain: Effects of Electronic Cigarettes and E-Liquid Substances

E-cigarettes (ECs), also known as vape pens, e-cigars, vaping devices, e-hookahs, mods, vapes, tank systems, electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), and puff bars (fourth-generation ECs), are battery-operated electronic devices used to inhale a heat-generated aerosol from an e-liquid source (2, 5, 11).
For detail: neuro.psychiatryonline.org
Published Jan 16, 2024
[WNTD FCTC Tobacco]

Source: mlo-online.com

Tobacco use declines despite tobacco industry efforts to jeopardize progress

Globally there are 1.25 billion adult tobacco users, according to the latest estimates in the World Health Organization (WHO) tobacco trends report.
For detail: mlo-online.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: miragenews.com

WHO: Tobacco Use Falls Despite Industry Interference

The number of people using tobacco continues to decline despite industry attempts to jeopardize progress towards stamping out cigarettes and other such products, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a report published on Tuesday.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Tobacco use shrinking despite industry efforts: WHO

The number of adult tobacco users is steadily dropping, the World Health Organization said on Tuesday, but warned that Big Tobacco was working hard to attract young people.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: journalnow.com

FDA denies applications for certain Smok e-cigarette products

The Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday it has issued marketing denial orders to Shenzhen IVPS Technology Co. for 22 Smok brand electronic-cigarette products.
For detail: journalnow.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: inews.co.uk

How smoking rates in the UK compare to the world as global tobacco use decreases

The European region is projected to overtake south-east Asia with the highest rates of tobacco use by 2030, according to a report Global tobacco use is declining, with 1.
For detail: inews.co.uk
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: indianexpress.com

Global tobacco use tumbles despite industry lobbying: WHO

The regions with the biggest portion of smokers are Southeast Asia and Europe, the WHO said, with roughly a quarter of the population.
For detail: indianexpress.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: hindustantimes.com

Global usage of tobacco declines: WHO report

Currently, tobacco use is still estimated to kill at least eight million people each year, including an estimated 1.
For detail: hindustantimes.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: healthpolicy-watch.news

Tobacco Use in European Women is Double the Global Average and Decreasing Slowest

Tobacco use amongst women in the World Health Organization’s (WHO) European region is more than double the global average and is reducing much slower than in all other regions.
For detail: healthpolicy-watch.news
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: globalnews.ca

Tobacco use is on the decline globally, WHO says. Here is where Canada stands

WATCH: Tobacco consumption is decreasing around the globe. While policy experts from the Canadian Cancer Society say the trend is encouraging, they have reiterated that vigilance from regulators is key to keeping people from picking up the habit.
For detail: globalnews.ca
Published Jan 16, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: dental-nursing.co.uk

Global tobacco use declining, says report

Globally there are 1.25bn adult tobacco users, according to the latest estimates in the World Health Organization (WHO) tobacco trends report released on January 16, 2024.
For detail: dental-nursing.co.uk
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cspdailynews.com

FDA Denies PMTA for Smok E-Cigarettes

The Food and Drug Administration issued marketing denial orders (MDOs) for 22 Smok electronic cigarettes from Shenzhen IVPS Technology Co. Ltd.
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: cbsnews.com

Tobacco use falling worldwide but Big Tobacco fighting to reverse trend, WHO says

The number of adult tobacco users has dropped steadily in recent years, the World Health Organization said on Tuesday, but it warned Big Tobacco is working hard to reverse that trend.
For detail: cbsnews.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

WHO Reports Decline in Global Tobacco Use Amid Industry Interference

The World Health Organization (WHO) has unveiled a report indicating a significant reduction in global tobacco consumption.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: barrons.com

Tobacco Use Shrinking Despite Industry Efforts: WHO

The number of adult tobacco users is steadily dropping, the World Health Organization said on Tuesday, but warned that Big Tobacco was working hard to attract young people.
For detail: barrons.com
Published Jan 16, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: aa.com.tr

WHO says tobacco users down by around 19M globally in last 2 years

- Report finds that 150 countries are on downward trend in tobacco use, with 56 of them already tracking toward global target of 30% reduction by 2025 Global tobacco users have decreased by around 19 million globally in the last two years, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Tuesday.
For detail: aa.com.tr
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wfmj.com

A surgeon general report once cleared the air about smoking. Is it time for one on vaping?

NEW YORK (AP) — Sixty years ago, the U.S. surgeon general released a report that settled a longstanding public debate about the dangers of cigarettes and led to huge changes in smoking in America.
For detail: wfmj.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

A Greener Leaf

Tobacco flue-curing is a critical tobacco production procedure and a relatively concentrated carbon emission process. By reducing carbon emissions during flue-curing, green production of flue-cured tobacco would be achieved.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Activists Lament EU Stance on Harm Reduction

The European Commission’s approach to tobacco harm reduction is out of touch with EU citizens’ views, according to the World Vapers’ Alliance (WVA) A recent public consultation on the EU Tobacco Products Directive (TPD), analyzed by Snusforumet, reveals a substantial consensus among citizens, NGOs and scientific institutions on the effectiveness of harm-reduction products in assisting smokers to quit.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Dual Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Researchers to Study Impact of Dual Use

A new project sponsored by the Center of Excellence for the Acceleration of Harm Reduction (CoEHAR) will investigate the consequences of the combined use of conventional cigarettes and electronic cigarettes on human health.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

WHO Report ‘Unscientific”: Mata

A public health advocacy group based in the Philippines has criticized the latest report of the World Health Organization on the use of electronic cigarettes, saying the global body undermines the significant progress made in public health over the past two decades as smokers transitioned to smoke-free products.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

How to explain to your child that smoking and vaping are not cool

A few years ago, a survey showed that many youngsters perceived smoking as cool, even showing off their habit on social media.
For detail: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: time.com

A Surgeon General Report Once Cleared the Air About Smoking. Is It Time for One on Vaping?

A Palestinian man uses a vape device during sunset in Gaza City, on June 29, 2020. Majdi Fathi—NurPhoto via Getty Images NEW YORK — Sixty years ago, the U.S.
For detail: time.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thurrock.nub.news

Committee gives last chance to stores selling vapes to children

TWO Thurrock businesses have had extra conditions imposed on their licences after being caught selling vapes to under age children as, amid growing fears over the use of the nicotine substitutes by young people, Thurrock trading standards is cracking down on businesses that stock them.
For detail: thurrock.nub.news
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: thesun.co.uk

Anti-smoking drug cytisine ‘that doubles your chances of quitting’ will be available on the NHS in just days

A DRUG that can double your chance of stopping smoking will be dished out on the NHS under plans to boost quit rates.
For detail: thesun.co.uk
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thedakotascout.com

Tobacco company wins tax appeal, but won't collect a cent

A Minnesota tobacco company that imported tobacco products into South Dakota overpaid its tax obligation to the Department of Revenue, the South Dakota Supreme Court ruled.
For detail: thedakotascout.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theannapurnaexpress.com

The environmental consequences of tobacco

Annually, tobacco claims the lives of over 8m individuals, with 1.2m (approx) of these fatalities attributed to second-hand smoke exposure The tobacco epidemic stands as one of the most significant public health challenges the world is confronting.
For detail: theannapurnaexpress.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: sapeople.com

Will smoking and vaping taxes change in South Africa?

SA is reconsidering the design and rates of its taxes on tobacco and nicotine including electronic cigarette products.
For detail: sapeople.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: openaccessgovernment.org

The immediate impact of e-hookah vaping on vascular health

Vape teenager. Young pretty white girl in blue cap and green jacket smoking an electronic cigarette opposite brick wall on the street in the spring.
For detail: openaccessgovernment.org
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nst.com.my

Taking a step closer to a smoke-free nation

There are an estimated 4.9 million smokers with more than 27,200 smoking-related preventable deaths reported annually in Malaysia. This is alarming.
For detail: nst.com.my
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: newsnationnow.com

Cigarette sales plummet: Are people smoking less?

Derrick Bergman, chairman of the Union for the Abolition of Cannabis Prohibition, smokes a marijuana cigarette in coffeeshop De Baron in Breda, Netherlands, on Friday, Dec. 15, 2023.
For detail: newsnationnow.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nbcnewyork.com

A surgeon general report once cleared the air about smoking. Is it time for one on vaping?

The FDA and most scientists agree that, based on available evidence, electronic cigarettes are far less dangerous than traditional cigarettes.
For detail: nbcnewyork.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nature.com

Comparison of brain nicotine accumulation from traditional combustible cigarettes and electronic cigarettes with different formulations

Rapid brain accumulation is critical for the acute reinforcing effects of nicotine.
For detail: nature.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: miragenews.com

New survey: how to best support young people who vape

ACT Greens spokesperson for Young People, Laura Nuttall MLA, has launched a new survey to better understand young people's vaping habits across the ACT and consider better access to support services.
For detail: miragenews.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: jdsupra.com

FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products Publishes Strategic Plan

The Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Tobacco Products (“CTP”) has released a strategic plan intended to guide the Center’s activity for the next five years.
For detail: jdsupra.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: duboiscountyfreepress.com

Students asked to pledge ‘No-Vape New Year’

The Dubois County Coalition for Adolescent Resilience and Empowerment Strategies has posted about 200 “No-Vape New Year” fliers throughout county schools.
For detail: duboiscountyfreepress.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dailyindependent.com

Hoping to clear air in casinos: Workers seek to ban tobacco smoke

The instant Tammy Brady felt the lump in her breast in February 2022, she knew it was cancer. With no known genetic predisposition for breast cancer, she suspects 38 years of working in smoky Atlantic City casinos played a role.
For detail: dailyindependent.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: conveniencestore.co.uk

Warning that tightened restrictions on vape industry could fuel rise in smoking and illicit trade

Over one million adult smokers and recent ex-smokers may switch back to smoking or purchase illegal vapes if single-use vapes and flavours are banned, according to new findings by the Independent British Vape Trade Association (IBVTA).
For detail: conveniencestore.co.uk
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: conservativehome.com

Will local authorities be able to enforce the smoking ban?

We and our store and/or access information on a device, such as cookies and process personal data, such as unique identifiers and standard information sent by a device for personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, and audience insights, as well as to develop and improve products.
For detail: conservativehome.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

The Hidden Influence: Tobacco Industry’s Advertising Campaigns and Youth Smoking

Billions of dollars are invested annually by the tobacco industry in advertising campaigns that paint smoking as glamorous, exciting, and safe.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Jan 15, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ajmc.com

Prenatal Exposure to Tobacco Smoke May Increase MS Risk

Exposure to tobacco smoke in utero has the potential to make offspring more vulnerable to developing multiple sclerosis (MS).
For detail: ajmc.com
Published Jan 14, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: vapingpost.com

Mexico’s Vape Ban Deemed Unconstitutional

As South America leans more and more towards prohibition, Mexico's second chamber of the supreme court has deemed the local vape ban unconstitional.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Jan 14, 2024
[PTB Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Pakistan Growers Reject Purchasing Price

Tobacco growers in Pakistan have rejected the PKR505 ($1.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: timescolonist.com

Trevor Hancock: The tobacco industry is lethal and needs to be stamped out

Tobacco is unique in both the scale of death and ­disease it causes and the fact that it does so when used exactly as intended, writes Trevor Hancock.
For detail: timescolonist.com
Published Jan 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theguardian.com

Australian students handed ‘wellbeing shots’ made by subsidiary of British American Tobacco

As students at the University of Sydney prepared for their end-of-year exams in late 2023, a trio in brightly coloured jumpsuits pulled up to the campus in a van, armed with tiny bottles labelled “Ryde wellbeing shots”.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Jan 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: masslive.com

UMass study says e-cigarettes with nicotine can help people quit smoking

In this file photo, a woman using an electronic cigarette exhales a puff of smoke in Mayfield Heights, Ohio.
For detail: masslive.com
Published Jan 14, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: health.gov.au

Albanese Government cracks down on illegal tobacco imports

The Albanese Government has committed $188.5 million to crackdown on the importation of illegal tobacco.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published Jan 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: gulfbusiness.com

Illegal e-cigarette sales: Oman announces new fines

Selling electronic cigarettes, shisha or any associated accessories will incur fines of up to OMR2,000 ($5,208) in Oman, according to a new circular.
For detail: gulfbusiness.com
Published Jan 14, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: goodmenproject.com

Vaping Down Among Wisconsin Teens, but Underage Sales Rise Under New Law The percentage of teens who reported using e-cigarettes has fallen since the federal government in 2019 raised the age of purchasing nicotine products to 21.

This story is part of our series Unhealthy Wisconsin, which examines areas where Wisconsin falls short in well-being. Connor Meinken, 24, used an e-cigarette for a year during high school in Wilmot, Wisconsin.
For detail: goodmenproject.com
Published Jan 13, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tnnenglish.com

Pakistan’s Ambitious Plan: ARI Calls for Total Smoking Cessation in 10 Years

As of 2024, 13 percent of Pakistan's population, approximately 31 million adults, use tobacco, with a significant portion being smokers.
For detail: tnnenglish.com
Published Jan 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tradechronicle.com

Sweden’s success in reducing smoking rates

Smoking remains a significant public health concern worldwide, contributing to various diseases and causing millions of deaths annually.
For detail: tradechronicle.com
Published Jan 12, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Durbin Blasts FDA Failures in Vape Rules

U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin has again decried the Food and Drug Administration on its unacceptable failure to “protect children from the dangers of vaping” as the agency continues to miss and delay critical deadlines.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: scoop.co.nz

CAPHRA Advocates For Inclusion Of Consumer Voices In Tobacco Harm Reduction Policies

The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) is calling for the inclusion of consumer voices in the decision-making process around tobacco harm reduction policies.
For detail: scoop.co.nz
Published Jan 12, 2024
[Cigarette Tobacco]

Source: rstreet.org

Testimony in Opposition to Flavor Bans for Vapor Products and Smokeless Tobacco in Vermont

My name is Robert Melvin, and I am the senior manager of state government affairs for the Northeast region with the R Street Institute.
For detail: rstreet.org
Published Jan 12, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: norfolk.gov.uk

Smokers urged to switch to vaping as part of Public Health measures to cut tobacco use

County councillors are to be asked to endorse proposals that would continue to see vaping promoted as an alternative to smoking, amid concerns that public perception is putting people off vaping as a tool to quit smoking.
For detail: norfolk.gov.uk
Published Jan 12, 2024
[COPD Tobacco]

Source: news-medical.net

Passive smoking associated with significant increases in the risk of nine health outcomes including lung and breast cancer

In a recent study published in Nature Medicine, researchers assess and quantify the adverse health effects of second-hand smoke (SHS) exposure.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jan 12, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: lexology.com

FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products Publishes Strategic Plan

The Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Tobacco Products (“CTP”) has released a strategic plan intended to guide the Center’s activity for the next five years.
For detail: lexology.com
Published Jan 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dermatologytimes.com

Smoking Cigarettes Associated With Higher Odds of Disease Progression in Male Pattern Hair Loss

In the first known meta-analysis to explore the associations between the extent of smoking nicotine-containing tobacco products and androgenetic alopecia (AGA), or male pattern hair loss, researchers found that the odds of developing AGA are significantly higher in men who smoke at higher frequencies compared to men who do not smoke.
For detail: dermatologytimes.com
Published Jan 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: cureus.com

Decoding Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking: A Comprehensive Narrative Review Exploring Mechanics, Health Risks, Regulatory Challenges, and Public Health Imperatives

Cite this article as: Yadav S (January 12, 2024) Decoding Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking: A Comprehensive Narrative Review Exploring Mechanics, Health Risks, Regulatory Challenges, and Public Health Imperatives.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Jan 12, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: bmcmededuc.biomedcentral.com

Dietary and smoking habits during the exam period and their effect on the academic achievement among Syrian medical students

Dietary habits are crucial for maintaining overall health and have been shown to impact academic performance.
For detail: bmcmededuc.biomedcentral.com
Published Jan 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vermontbiz.com

50 organizations support ending sale of flavored tobacco products

Vermont Business Magazine The Flavors Hook Kids Vermont Campaign and the Coalition for a Tobacco-Free Vermont announced today that 50 Vermont organizations signed a letter to the Vermont House Health and Human Services Committee, urging lawmakers to end the sale of flavored tobacco.
For detail: vermontbiz.com
Published Jan 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: unilad.com

Scientists discover new horrifying effect smoking has on your brain

A team of researchers have discovered a shocking side effect of smoking after studying brain scans.
For detail: unilad.com
Published Jan 11, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Clearing the Smoke

The U.K. government’s proposal for a “smoke-free” generation and changing consumer opinions toward nicotine products are causing a shift in consumer habits.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news-medical.net

Is there a neurobiological association between childhood trauma, alexithymia, and long-term nicotine smoking?

Nicotine use is recognized to be harmful on multiple levels, including brain and heart toxicity.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jan 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medicaleconomics.com

Youth cigarette use tumbles over three decades

This graph, published in Ochsner Journal with the study “Trends in Cigarette Smoking Among United States Adolescents,” shows the steep drop in occasional cigarette use by American high school students from 1991 to 2021.
For detail: medicaleconomics.com
Published Jan 11, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: filtermag.org

WHO Renews Tobacco Harm Reduction Attacks in Runup to COP10

Postponing its 10th Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control hasn’t stopped the World Health Organization (WHO) from doubling down on its efforts to ban safer alternatives to cigarettes.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Jan 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: eng.lsm.lv

Smoking age limit to be raised to 20 as of 2025

From January 1, 2025, cigarettes and tobacco products, herbal products, electronic smoking devices, and refill containers will no longer be allowed to be purchased by persons under 20 years of age, according to the relevant amendments to the law approved by the Saeima on Thursday, January 11.
For detail: eng.lsm.lv
Published Jan 11, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: cureus.com

A Review of Smoking Cessation Interventions: Efficacy, Strategies for Implementation, and Future Directions

Cite this article as: Onwuzo C N, Olukorode J, Sange W, et al. (January 11, 2024) A Review of Smoking Cessation Interventions: Efficacy, Strategies for Implementation, and Future Directions.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: truthinitiative.org

Concerns about health and mental health increasingly drive young people to quit vaping

Young people enrolled in a quit vaping program from Truth Initiative cited health (56.1%) and social influence (15.8%) as their top reasons for quitting vaping, according to new research published in Addictive Behaviors Reports.
For detail: truthinitiative.org
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: today.rtl.lu

Reflecting on the impact of Luxembourg's smoking ban in bars and nightclubs

Since New Year's Eve 2013, bars and nightclubs in Luxembourg have been devoid of ashtrays, marking a decade since the implementation of a law aimed at safeguarding employees and patrons from the dangers of passive smoking.
For detail: today.rtl.lu
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Nicotine Products Among Fastest Growing Technologies

Nicotine products featured in the IFI Claims Top 10 Fastest Growing Technologies—a ranking reflecting five-year growth rates of patent application classifications.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

I’m a non-smoker who got hooked on vaping

A sentence that has never, ever been uttered. But here I am, a 35-year-old man, driving to work at 4am, patting down the passenger seat in search of this little box of patheticness.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: statesboroherald.com

Bulloch Schools rule updates now in effect clarify vaping ban

Changes to the Bulloch County Schools student code of conduct that took effect Jan. 1, 2024, re-emphasize that electronic smoking devices are prohibited at all times at schools and school activities and create different categories — with potentially different consequences — between vaping devices that contain THC and those that do not.
For detail: statesboroherald.com
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: reflector.com

Schools plan to use e-cigarette settlement funds to add vape detectors

Pitt County Schools has received the first payment in its settlement of a lawsuit against an electronic cigarette manufacturer and will use part of the funds for a vape detection system, officials said.
For detail: reflector.com
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: phcc.org.nz

The 5000 annual deaths caused by smoking also matter

Every year we reflect on the tragic loss of life caused by road accidents yet pay almost no attention to the equally tragic loss of life caused by the tobacco industry, whose products kill 13 New Zealanders every day.
For detail: phcc.org.nz
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: northtyneside.gov.uk

Illicit tobacco shops shut down for second time as council continues crackdown

Two shops which were ordered to close after they were caught selling illegal tobacco products have been shut down for a second time.
For detail: northtyneside.gov.uk
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Nicotine beliefs elicit dose-response reactions in human brains

In a recent study published in Nature Mental Health, researchers investigate whether nicotine-related beliefs may influence brain processes in a dose-dependent manner similar to pharmaceutical effects.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: metro.co.uk

Woman’s Tic Tac trick for quitting vaping might be pure genius

Her vaping had turned into a ‘full blown addiction’, with it being the last thing she did at night and the first thing she did when she woke up.
For detail: metro.co.uk
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalbrief.co.za

Smokers more likely to quit with natural cytisine: Argentinian review

A pill that dampens nicotine cravings could play a major role in helping people kick the smoking habit, say scientists, who found that potential quitters are more than twice as likely to succeed when taking the tablet called cytisine.
For detail: medicalbrief.co.za
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gmtoday.com

Elevate launches text line to help teens quit vaping

JACKSON — Elevate, a nonprofit that works to help individuals and families address substance abuse and mental health challenges, announced on Tuesday that they have launched a free live text line to help teens quit vaping.
For detail: gmtoday.com
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: earth.com

Cigarette smoking among teens has declined dramatically

Cigarette smoking is notoriously known as the leading preventable cause of premature death in the United States, both for teens and adults.
For detail: earth.com
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: dentistry.co.uk

Vaping restrictions introduced in Australia

The Australian government has introduced a series of measures in an attempt to restrict the availability of vaping products.
For detail: dentistry.co.uk
Published Jan 10, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cstoredive.com

FDA ordered to reconsider MDOs for two e-cigarette companies

This reverses a ruling from 2022 saying these manufacturers lacked scientific evidence that their products offered more benefits to adults than risks to youths.
For detail: cstoredive.com
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: channelnewsasia.com

Potential loss in tobacco tax revenue not a factor in e-cigarette ban: Lawrence Wong

Singapore's decision to ban vaping in 2018 was based on public health considerations, said the Deputy Prime Minister.
For detail: channelnewsasia.com
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bnnbreaking.com

‘Mothers Against Vaping’: Prominent Indian Women Rise Against Youth E-Cigarette Addiction

‘Mothers Against Vaping’: Prominent Indian Women Rise Against Youth E-Cigarette Addiction Under the bright lights of New Delhi, a potent force is coalescing.
For detail: bnnbreaking.com
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc7chicago.com

Decades after 1st government warnings against smoking, officials torn on menthol ban

Aides to President Joe Biden remain divided on a plan to ban menthol cigarette sales, according to several people familiar with the matter who say concerns of voter backlash in the election and pressure from civil rights groups are stalling the measure.
For detail: abc7chicago.com
Published Jan 10, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: abc.net.au

Tobacco wars heat up as anti-vaping laws settle in

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For detail: abc.net.au
Published Jan 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vapingpost.com

Ireland Discards Proposed Vape Tax in the Name of Tobacco Harm Reduction

While some restrictions on vapes have been set in place as part of the Public Health (Tobacco Products and Nicotine Inhaling Products) Bill, an imminent tax on the products has been dropped.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Jan 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tanzania Tobacco Crop Size Up

Tanzania’s tobacco crop increased to 122.86 million kg in the 2023-2024 growing season, reports Daily News, citing a statement from Agriculture Minister Hussein Bashe.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reuters.com

US Supreme Court rejects challenge to California flavored tobacco ban

Flavored e-cigarette products are seen on a store shelf in Raleigh, North Carolina, U.S., June 23, 2022.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Jan 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: reason.com

It's Not a Cigarette. It's Not a Vape. And It's Big in Japan.

Heated tobacco products are coming to America, at long last. How will they change the landscape for smokers and prohibitionists? The first time I saw an IQOS, the innovative tobacco product on which Philip Morris International is betting billions of dollars to replace cigarettes, was at a wedding in 2016.
For detail: reason.com
Published Jan 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: mid-day.com

Pod-based e-cig with higher nicotine can cause irregular heartbeat: Study

In the study, published in the journal Nicotine and Tobacco Research, researchers compared heart rate and heart rate variability in mice exposed to vape aerosols containing different types of nicotine.
For detail: mid-day.com
Published Jan 09, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: madrascourier.com

How Advertisers Manufactured Lies To Sell Cigarettes

In 1990, a two-page coloured advertisement in the Times of India featured independent, professional women. How do we know they are ‘professional’ and ‘independent’? Well, they were in affluent settings and wore Western clothes.
For detail: madrascourier.com
Published Jan 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: liverpoolexpress.co.uk

Illegal vapes seized in Liverpool

More than 1,000 illegal vapes with a street value of £12,000 have been seized in an operation involving Liverpool City Council’s Alcohol and Tobacco Unit, Merseyside Police and Public Health Liverpool.
For detail: liverpoolexpress.co.uk
Published Jan 09, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: hindustantimes.com

Neha Dhupia joins mothers against vaping’s fight

Actor Neha Dhupia has joined ‘Mothers Against Vaping’, a group of mothers combatting the promotion of e-cigarettes, a growing trend among children Supporting ‘Mothers Against Vaping’, a united front of concerned mothers combatting the promotion of New-Age Tobacco Devices such as e-cigarettes and vapes among Indian youth, actor Neha Dhupia has joined their ranks.
For detail: hindustantimes.com
Published Jan 09, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: fox5sandiego.com

Supreme Court declines to review flavored cigarette ban in California

The Supreme Court on Monday declined to take up a challenge to the flavored cigarette ban in California, meaning the state law will remain in place.
For detail: fox5sandiego.com
Published Jan 08, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: upi.com

Nicotine study shows beliefs about drugs influence their power

Smokers told to expect a low, medium or high dose of nicotine from an e-cigarette showed a brain response that tracked with the purported dose, even though nicotine levels were actually constant, researchers said.
For detail: upi.com
Published Jan 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: umass.edu

e-Cigarettes Help More Tobacco Smokers Quit Than Traditional Nicotine Replacement

Nicotine e-cigarettes are more effective in helping people quit smoking than conventional nicotine-replacement therapy (NRT), according to the latest Cochrane review co-led by a University of Massachusetts Amherst public health and health policy researcher.
For detail: umass.edu
Published Jan 08, 2024
[FBR Tobacco]

Source: tribune.com.pk

Study stresses smoking’s impact on public health

when nicotine metabolism is higher people tend to have a harder time quitting smoking said noah r gubner lead author of the centre for tobacco control research and education at the university of california photo file When nicotine metabolism is higher, people tend to have a harder time quitting smoking, said Noah R Gubner, lead author of the Centre for tobacco Control Research and Education at the University of California.
For detail: tribune.com.pk
Published Jan 08, 2024
[Tax Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

New Tobacco Tax Rates in Uzbekistan

According to UZ Daily, the new excise rates on cigarettes, cigarillos, bidis and kreteks produced in the country are UZS250,700 ($20.31) per 1,000 pieces plus 10 percent.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 08, 2024
[Shisha]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Oman Bans Shisha and Vaping Products

The chairman of the Consumer Protection Authority states that a fine of up to OMR2,000 ($5,196) for multiple violations will be imposed on anyone who trades in e-cigarettes, shisha, and their accessories in the Sultanate of Oman.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 08, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: parkview.com

Tips to make this the year you quit smoking

In the United States, there are nearly 500,000 deaths each year caused by cigarette smoking. It is the leading cause of death that can be prevented.
For detail: parkview.com
Published Jan 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

E-cigarettes more effective for smoking cessation than conventional nicotine-replacement therapy

Nicotine e-cigarettes are more effective in helping people quit smoking than conventional nicotine-replacement therapy (NRT), according to the latest Cochrane review co-led by a University of Massachusetts Amherst public health and health policy researcher.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jan 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: medriva.com

E-Cigarettes: A More Effective Aid to Quit Smoking than Conventional NRT, Suggests Cochrane Review

With over 1 billion smokers worldwide, effective smoking cessation strategies are crucial to improving public health.
For detail: medriva.com
Published Jan 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: gloucestertimes.com

Manchester considers smoking regulations

MANCHESTER-BY-THE-SEA — Folks who smoke, take note: Manchester-by-the-Sea is considering new and tighter regulation of environmental tobacco, marijuana and electronic delivery of smoking products.
For detail: gloucestertimes.com
Published Jan 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: filtermag.org

When People Ask Harm Reductionists, “What About Treatment?”

I’m commonly asked this question by well-intentioned folks when I say I am a harm reduction advocate, or whenever it is suggested that we need more access to harm reduction services in the community.
For detail: filtermag.org
Published Jan 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: edition.cnn.com

Supreme Court leaves California’s ban on flavored cigarettes in place

The United States Supreme Court building in Washington, DC, USA, 01 November 2022.
For detail: edition.cnn.com
Published Jan 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cochrane.org

Can electronic cigarettes help people stop smoking, and do they have any unwanted effects when used for this purpose?

Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are handheld devices that work by heating a liquid that usually contains nicotine and flavourings.
For detail: cochrane.org
Published Jan 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: businesstoday.in

CBIC notifies special procedure for filing returns for pan masala, tobacco manufacturers

CBIC notifies special procedure for filing returns for pan masala, tobacco manufacturers CBIC notifies special procedure for filing returns for pan masala, tobacco manufacturers In a move aimed at improving compliance under the goods and services tax (GST), manufacturers of pan masala and tobacco products would have to follow a new procedure for registration and filing monthly returns from April 1.
For detail: businesstoday.in
Published Jan 08, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: altoonamirror.com

More illegal e-cigarettes enter US despite seizures

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: altoonamirror.com
Published Jan 08, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: 947.co.za

E-cigarette taxes: SA must strike a balance between economic and health concerns

This article is published courtesy of The Conversation with Marius van Oordt, an Associate professor, University of Pretoria.
For detail: 947.co.za
Published Jan 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: waow.com

Underage tobacco use up in Wisconsin

MARATHON COUNTY, Wis. (WAOW) -- Underage tobacco use is on the rise in Wisconsin, and it's drawing concern from many health officials.
For detail: waow.com
Published Jan 07, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theconversation.com

: South Africa must strike a balance between economic arguments and health concerns

Marius van Oordt receives research funding and is affiliated with the International Tax and Investment Center, an independent, nonprofit research and education organization.
For detail: theconversation.com
Published Jan 07, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: kildare-nationalist.ie

Quit smoking and take back control this January

January is a popular time for people across Kildare to try to stop smoking. Many try to quit alone without supports and therapies that can give the best chance of quitting, such as stop smoking medications.
For detail: kildare-nationalist.ie
Published Jan 07, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: earth.com

Cigarette smoke exposure elevates cancer risk in dogs

In a study led by Purdue veterinarian Deborah Knapp, experts have found that exposure to cigarette smoke significantly elevates the risk of bladder cancer in dogs, particularly Scottish terriers.
For detail: earth.com
Published Jan 06, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wtvy.com

Health risks of vaping for young people

DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - As more students head back to school for 2024, we are looking into a potential health concern for young people: vaping. In 2023, there were changes in the age groups that use these devices.
For detail: wtvy.com
Published Jan 06, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thehindu.com

Schools in AR Nagar panchayat to be declared tobacco-free zones

All schools in A.R. Nagar Grama Panchayat will soon be declared tobacco-free.
For detail: thehindu.com
Published Jan 05, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vtdigger.org

Legislators must help prevent youth tobacco addiction

As a practicing pediatrician at the University of Vermont Children’s Hospital, I specialize in caring for children with lung and breathing problems.
For detail: vtdigger.org
Published Jan 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: timesofmalta.com

Authorities warn about e-cigarette with excessive concentration of nicotine

The Vapsolo King 10000 Disposable electronic cigarette comes in doses of 20ml. Photo: Environmental Health Directorate The health authorities on Friday warned people to avoid using an e-cigarette found to contain an excessive concentration of nicotine.
For detail: timesofmalta.com
Published Jan 05, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news-medical.net

Nicotine in certain types of e-cigarettes may be more harmful than others, study shows

With the start of a new year, smokers and vapers may have resolved to quit or cut back on the habit to improve their health.
For detail: news-medical.net
Published Jan 05, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: mdanderson.org

Does vaping cause lung cancer?

Vaping seems to be an exception to that rule, as vapes, or e-cigarettes, use electricity rather than fire to convert vape liquid with substances like tobacco, nicotine, CBD and THC, into a vapor that can be smoked or inhaled.
For detail: mdanderson.org
Published Jan 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wlns.com

Will Whitmer support an expanded tobacco tax?

LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Michigan is now spending $5 billion a year on health care issues related to tobacco smoke.
For detail: wlns.com
Published Jan 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Selling banned tobacco goods to invite closure, suspension

CHENNAI: The state health department plans to crack down on vendors who sell banned tobacco products, particularly near schools and colleges, by closing down their shops and suspending trade licences, health minister Ma Subramanian said on Wednesday.
For detail: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Published Jan 04, 2024
[FBR Cigarette]

Source: thefridaytimes.com

Cigarette Industry Drains Rs567bn Potential Revenue In Past 7 Years

The alarming loss of revenue was unearthed through a comprehensive study delving into the dynamics of the cigarette sector and scrutinizing Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) data by the SDPI.
For detail: thefridaytimes.com
Published Jan 04, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: sydneycriminallawyers.com.au

Importing Any Disposable Vape Into Australia Is Now Banned

As of the 1st January 2023, a nationwide prohibition on the importation of single-use vapes came into effect, which is just the first stage in a crackdown upon this alternative to smoking, and the new year ban applies regardless of whether an imported disposable vape contains nicotine or not.
For detail: sydneycriminallawyers.com.au
Published Jan 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: reuters.com

FDA ordered to reconsider denial of approval for vape products

Signage is seen outside of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) headquarters in White Oak, Maryland, U.S., August 29, 2020.
For detail: reuters.com
Published Jan 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: politico.eu

Europe’s war against tobacco has a new target: Nicotine

Sweden’s snus contains tobacco and is banned across the rest of the EU | Jonathan Nackstrand/AFP via Getty Images Europe is building up a head of steam to wage the next war on Big Tobacco.
For detail: politico.eu
Published Jan 04, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newsroom.tricare.mil

Ready To Quit Tobacco? TRICARE Has You Covered

FALLS CHURCH, Va. – Although quitting tobacco can be difficult, saying good-bye to cigarettes and chewing tobacco has many health benefits.
For detail: newsroom.tricare.mil
Published Jan 04, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: mydailyrecord.com

Make 2024 your year to quit smoking

Make quitting smoking part of your health goals in 2024. The start of a new year is a popular time to think about stopping smoking.
For detail: mydailyrecord.com
Published Jan 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: louisville.edu

UofL study shows nicotine in e-cigarettes may not be harmless, as some claim

With the start of a new year, smokers and vapers may have resolved to quit or cut back on the habit to improve their health.
For detail: louisville.edu
Published Jan 04, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: fox2detroit.com

State lawmakers want to increase cigarette tax, expand it to include vaping products

State lawmakers considering hiking cigarette tax, and adding vaping products to it The anti-smoking coalition believes it is the right move for Michigan.
For detail: fox2detroit.com
Published Jan 04, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: cureus.com

Exploring the Rise of E-cigarette Use Among Male Adolescents in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia: Prevalence, Patterns, and Influencing Factors

Cite this article as: Alabdulqader M, Almulhim M A, Alquraini M, et al. (January 04, 2024) Exploring the Rise of E-cigarette Use Among Male Adolescents in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia: Prevalence, Patterns, and Influencing Factors.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Jan 04, 2024
[FBR Cigarette]

Source: brecorder.com

Cigarette industry: Influence on policymaking caused Rs567bn revenue loss in last 7 years

ISLAMABAD: The influence of cigarette industry on policymaking has not only impacted nation’s financial well-being and public health, but also caused a staggering Rs 567 billion revenue loss during the last seven years.
For detail: brecorder.com
Published Jan 04, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: batonrougeclinic.com

How to Quit Smoking Gradually

Ready to kick your habit? Instead of doing it cold turkey, here are tips to ease into a smoke-free life. If you are a smoker who is looking to quit, you may be wondering how best to do it.
For detail: batonrougeclinic.com
Published Jan 03, 2024
[NCD Tobacco]

Source: who.int

Breaking free: Enhancing tobacco cessation services to help Indonesians quit smoking

Breaking free from tobacco addiction is a common desire among smokers, with 63% of Indonesia’s 70.2 million tobacco users planned to or were thinking about quitting smoking, as revealed by the 2021 Indonesia Global Adults Tobacco Survey (GATS).
For detail: who.int
Published Jan 03, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: vapingpost.com

GSTHR Report Discusses The Benefits of Tobacco Harm Reduction For Homelessness

While reports of the undeniable success of tobacco harm reduction strategies keep emerging, the World Health Organization staunchly keeps its blinkers on and persists with prohibition.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Jan 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thefinancialexpress.com.bd

Anti tobacco drive led by medical students held with the support of WHO

There are currently about 1.5 million adults suffering from tobacco-attributable illnesses in Bangladesh.
For detail: thefinancialexpress.com.bd
Published Jan 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: spectrumnews1.com

Some Ohio cities enact flavored tobacco ban

The ban on flavored tobacco in Columbus went into effect on Jan. 1. Some state lawmakers believe that the power to make these kinds of regulations rests with state, not local governments.
For detail: spectrumnews1.com
Published Jan 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: racgp.org.au

Provisional guidance out for vaping changes

Disposable vapes have been banned in Australia, with further restrictions imminent. The RACGP has published provisional guidance to help GPs navigate major changes designed to cut down on the use of vapes in Australia.
For detail: racgp.org.au
Published Jan 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: openaccessgovernment.org

WHO’s call for global action to curb E-cigarette epidemic

The World Health Organisation has issued a call against the alarming rise in e-cigarette use, particularly in young children and teenagers Urgent action is being called to control e-cigarettes, which are not only proving ineffective as acting as an alternative to smoking but also harming health.
For detail: openaccessgovernment.org
Published Jan 03, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Association between Tobacco Industry Interference Index (TIII) and MPOWER measures and adult daily smoking prevalence rate in 30 countries

Background: This study aimed to investigate the impact of tobacco industry interference on the implementation and management of tobacco control and the tobacco epidemic using the Tobacco Industry Interference Index (TIII) and MPOWER-a package of measures for tobacco control-and adult daily smoking prevalence in 30 countries.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jan 03, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news5cleveland.com

Study: Smoking permanently shrinks the brain, driving up dementia risk

Smoking cigarettes has long been linked to health issues involving the mouth, lungs and chest. However, a new study has found another negative effect of the harmful habit — this time, involving a smoker's brain.
For detail: news5cleveland.com
Published Jan 03, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: kuam.com

Public hearing on bill to ban flavored vape products

“We have the highest per capita use of vape among children in the world. Not just in Micronesia, not just in Australasia.
For detail: kuam.com
Published Jan 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: jerseyeveningpost.com

Survey shows more young Islanders and non-smokers trying vapes

E-CIGARETTES are helping more smokers to quit, but their use is also increasing among young people and those who have never smoked, according to the latest report from Statistics Jersey.
For detail: jerseyeveningpost.com
Published Jan 03, 2024
[NCD Vaping]

Source: jamaica-gleaner.com

Letter of the Day

Vaping is a relatively new phenomenon. However, this practice has caught on like wildfire in many parts of the world.
For detail: jamaica-gleaner.com
Published Jan 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: indianexpress.com

Tobacco to TikTok: How the corporate playbook hurts us

People must demand that the political class holds corporates to account for ills ranging from social media addiction to climate change Amidst all the troubles in the world, the recent Amnesty International publication ‘Driven into Darkness’ sank without notice.
For detail: indianexpress.com
Published Jan 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: indianexpress.com

Tobacco to TikTok: How the corporate playbook hurts us

People must demand that the political class holds corporates to account for ills ranging from social media addiction to climate change Amidst all the troubles in the world, the recent Amnesty International publication ‘Driven into Darkness’ sank without notice.
For detail: indianexpress.com
Published Jan 03, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: health.clevelandclinic.org

WARNING: Even Light Smoking Affects Respiratory Health

Even only a couple cigarettes a day can lead to potentially deadly lung diseases like COPD and emphysema Think there’s no harm in just a cigarette here and there? Think again.
For detail: health.clevelandclinic.org
Published Jan 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: guampdn.com

Vape stores will close Thursday to testify against e-liquid ban

Several vape stores across Guam will close Thursday to testify against a bill that proposes to ban the sale of certain vape products, according to a statement from local vape shop Vape Escape.
For detail: guampdn.com
Published Jan 03, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: globalizationandhealth.biomedcentral.com

This study aimed to investigate the impact of tobacco industry interference on the implementation and management of tobacco control and the tobacco epidemic using the Tobacco Industry Interference Index (TIII) and MPOWER—a package of measures for tobacco control—and adult daily smoking prevalence in 30 countries.

The TIII was extracted from the Global Tobacco Industry Interference Index 2019 and Global Center for Good Governance in Tobacco Control (GGTC).
For detail: globalizationandhealth.biomedcentral.com
Published Jan 03, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: feast-magazine.co.uk

Understanding the Rise of Tobacco-Free Products

In recent years, we’ve seen a significant movement towards health-conscious living.
For detail: feast-magazine.co.uk
Published Jan 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: en.tempo.co

E-Cigarette Tax Starts in January 2024; Here's Risk of Vaping

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian government decided to impose a tax on electronic cigarettes or e-cigarettes starting January 1, 2024, the Finance Ministry’s spokesperson Deni Surjantoro confirmed on Saturday, December 30, 2023.
For detail: en.tempo.co
Published Jan 03, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailyprogress.com

US seizes more illegal e-cigarettes, but thousands of new ones are launching

WASHINGTON — Federal officials are seizing more shipments of unauthorized electronic cigarettes at U.S.
For detail: dailyprogress.com
Published Jan 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: c103.ie

Cork principals finding it difficult to crack down on vaping during school hours.

Schools in Cork are reporting students as young as second years vaping. New legislation banning the sale of vapes to under 18's was introduced last December.
For detail: c103.ie
Published Jan 03, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bodyandsoul.com.au

Everything you need to know about the new vaping laws

Matthew Perry died from Ketamine use, here’s what you need to know about the drug As of January 1st, The Australian government has implemented the first of several reforms targeting the importation and distribution of single-use vaping products.
For detail: bodyandsoul.com.au
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wusf.usf.edu

US seizes more illegal e-cigarettes, but thousands of new ones are launching

Varieties of disposable flavored electronic cigarette devices manufactured by EB Design, formerly known as Elf Bar, are displayed at a store in Pinecrest.
For detail: wusf.usf.edu
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wpsdlocal6.com

Community reacts to Illinois law banning indoor vaping

METROPOLIS, IL— House Bill 1540 passed last March in Illinois but officially went into effect across the state on January 1, 2024.
For detail: wpsdlocal6.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: whec.com

Is your 2024 resolution to quit smoking or vaping?

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Tobacco use remains the leading cause of preventable death and disease here in New York.
For detail: whec.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: vaping360.com

UK: Government Will Propose Vape Tax in March

After nearly a decade of progressive vaping policy, the British government is likely this year to impose a tax on vaping products for the first time.
For detail: vaping360.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: turnto23.com

Study: Smoking permanently shrinks the brain, driving up dementia risk

Smoking cigarettes has long been linked to health issues involving the mouth, lungs and chest.
For detail: turnto23.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Smoking NCD]

Source: trialsjournal.biomedcentral.com

Clinical study protocol on electronic cigarettes and nicotine pouches for smoking cessation in Pakistan: a randomized controlled trial

Pakistan is one of most vulnerable low- and middle-income countries with 29 million adult active tobacco users.
For detail: trialsjournal.biomedcentral.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tracing Their Tracks

I suppose that when a person decides it is time to buy a tobacco product, let’s say a pack of cigarettes, she enters the world of tobacco logistics, one of the last links in the multi-branched logistical chain that might be thought of as stretching from the tobacco seed through the consumer-level purchase to what is to be hoped will be the proper disposal of the butt.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Tax Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Ukraine Tobacco Taxes to Match EU’s by 2029

Ukraine will reform its tobacco and fuel excise taxes, gradually introducing excises minimal for the European Union market over the next five years, reports Interfax.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Putting Faith in Cessation

The start of a new year is a perennially popular marker for initiating change. This includes fresh attempts to quit smoking.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Index Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Tobacco Bonds Outperforming Municipal Index

Despite declining cigarette sales, U.S. tobacco bonds have done better than the average municipal bond index, according to The Wall Street Journal.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Dynamics Tobacco]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Difficult Dynamics

The oriental leaf business struggles with adverse weather conditions and farmer attrition. “Complex” is probably the word that best describes the prevailing situation for classical oriental tobacco.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[COPD Vaping]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Organized Skepticism

There are almost as many definitions of science as there are scientists, but one that I like is “organized skepticism.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tobaccoreporter.com

Examining the impact of flavored e-cigarettes on adult smokers: insights from a three-month experimental study

Much ink has been devoted to the dichotomy presented by electronic nicotine-delivery systems (ENDS)—are they a friend or a foe? For several years now, we have seen a surge of a variety of different e-cigarette products, overrunning the U.
For detail: tobaccoreporter.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: timesnownews.com

THIS Plant Option Can Help Smokers Keep Up With New Year's Resolution, 'More Effective' Than Nicotine Patches

Studies have introduced a plant-based options to help smokers quit A plant-based option has come up for smokers who want to keep up with their New Year's resolution in 2024 and limited evidence suggests that it might be 'more effective' than age-old nicotine patches.
For detail: timesnownews.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theoaklandpress.com

Understanding link betwen smoking and depression, anxiety can help you quit

When people are stressed or tired, they often reach for something they think will help them get through. But the cigarette or vape isn’t lifting the stress or fatigue.
For detail: theoaklandpress.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thelundreport.org

Anti-tobacco advocates react as appeals court puts Multnomah County's flavored tobacco ban on hold

The Oregon Court of Appeals issued a temporary stay halting the enforcement of Multnomah County's new ban on the sale of flavored tobacco and nicotine products.
For detail: thelundreport.org
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: theitem.com

DHEC promotes free tobacco quitline services to promote mental, physical health in 2024

COLUMBIA - South Carolinians who want to improve their health in the new year by quitting the use of tobacco products have several free resources to help them achieve their goals.
For detail: theitem.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: tbsnews.net

15 organisations call to stop tobacco use during election campaign

To safeguard public health, 15 anti-tobacco organisations have jointly issued a statement appealing parliamentary election candidates to refrain from the distribution and use of all kinds of tobacco products including cigarettes, bidis, gul and jorda during the ongoing 12th parliamentary election campaign.
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

"Cigarettes play the equalizer": discrimination experiences and readiness to quit cigarette smoking among African Americans experiencing homelessness: a qualitative analysis

Background: Approximately 70-80% of people experiencing homelessness in the United States use tobacco.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

An Investigation Into the Association between E-Cigarette Smoking and Oral Mucosal Health Status among Young People: Protocol for a Case Control Trial

Background: Given the paucity of current safety studies related to e-cigarettes, there are no definitive studies on whether e-cigarettes cause oral mucosal lesions or even oral cancer.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jan 02, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: news4sanantonio.com

2024 Texas law limits marketing of e-cigarettes to minors; El Paso parents, kids react

One law now in effect across the Lone Star State cracks down on marketing the use of e-cigarettes to minors.
For detail: news4sanantonio.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: news.yahoo.com

What is cytisine? New pills approved in the UK to help smokers quit

According to a recent study, those attempting to give up smoking may find that a cheap plant-based medication works better than nicotine replacement treatment.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[TCC Tobacco]

Source: nature.com

The long-term effects of heated tobacco product exposure on the central nervous system in a mouse model of prodromal Alzheimer's disease

Heated tobacco products (HTPs) have emerged as novel alternatives to conventional cigarettes (CCs), marketed by the tobacco industry as having a reduced potential for harm.
For detail: nature.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: mypanhandle.com

Why smokers should quit the bad habit in 2024

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) — The new year often symbolizes a fresh start and inspires self-improvement, and doctors say smokers should try to kick the bad habit in 2024.
For detail: mypanhandle.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: latimes.com

Illegal e-cigarettes are flooding the ports in Southern California and beyond

Disposable flavored e-cigarettes are displayed at a store in Florida. U.S. officials are seizing more shipments of unauthorized e-cigarettes.
For detail: latimes.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kiiitv.com

New Texas law limits vape store marketing

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — On Monday, House Bill 7458 went into effect, which limits the marketing of e-cigarettes.
For detail: kiiitv.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: health.gov.au

Disposable vape imports now banned

There has never been a better time to quit vaping, as today marks the commencement of the first stage of the Albanese Government’s vaping reforms: the ban on importation of disposable single use vapes.
For detail: health.gov.au
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: healio.com

E-cigarette use does not raise risk for small neonates among pregnant teens

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For detail: healio.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: guelphmercury.com

KNOW THE RISKS: Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health to host online session on teen vaping

Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health is hosting an online session regarding teen vaping on Jan.
For detail: guelphmercury.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: decaturtribune.com

E-Cigarette Use In Indoor Public Places Is Now Banned In Illinois

E-cigarette use are no longer permitted in indoor public spaces in Illinois as of January 1, 2024, under a new state law signed last year by Gov. JB Pritzker. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) supports the intent of the new law, one of several taking effect in the New Year that will improve public health across the state.
For detail: decaturtribune.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: dailymail.co.uk

This plant-based pill could be the alternative to nicotine patches smokers have been waiting for

Plant-based could be the better option for more than just a diet - going the natural route may also help you finally put down the cigarettes for good.
For detail: dailymail.co.uk
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cnet.com

Ready to Quit Vaping in 2024? 8 Tips That Work

We spoke to experts about how to quit nicotine for good, and how to find the right resources to lean on.
For detail: cnet.com
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: civilbeat.org

Flavored E-Cigarettes Still Sold Online Despite California Ban

The ban was motivated, in large part, by a desire to reduce consumption of tobacco among young people.
For detail: civilbeat.org
Published Jan 02, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: buffalo.edu

More pregnant adolescents use e-cigarettes

The increased use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) among adolescents is a relatively recent phenomenon.
For detail: buffalo.edu
Published Jan 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: woay.com

Nicotine pouches ineffective for smoker cravings, trending among youth audience

A new study done by Ohio State University found that nicotine pouches are not as effective as people may think at combatting the cravings of current smokers.
For detail: woay.com
Published Jan 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: walesonline.co.uk

How to quit smoking for 2024 as expert explains best ways to kick the habit and save money

Half of people who try to stop smoking do this with willpower alone, but experts warn this is the least effective method in the long term Cigarette stubbed out in ashtray The New Year is here and many people will have quit smoking as their resolution.
For detail: walesonline.co.uk
Published Jan 01, 2024
[COPD Cigarette]

Source: vapingpost.com

Studies Looking Into The Effect of Vaping on Chronic Respiratory Conditions

A study expected to be published in 2024, will report findings on the respiratory effects of vaping on never smokers.
For detail: vapingpost.com
Published Jan 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: tga.gov.au

Guidance on the use of vapes for smoking cessation or the management of nicotine dependence

This page contains practical guidance to assist medical and nurse practitioners with prescribing therapeutic vapes for smoking cessation or the management of nicotine dependence.
For detail: tga.gov.au
Published Jan 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: teaonews.co.nz

How a 6-year-old boy became addicted to vaping, and why NZ needs to quit

A surge in the popularity of vaping nicotine, especially among young Kiwis, has left a cloud over Aotearoa’s smokefree ambitions, Jonathan Killick reports.
For detail: teaonews.co.nz
Published Jan 01, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sciencedirect.com

Influence of nicotine form and nicotine flux on puffing behavior and mouth-level exposure to nicotine from electronic nicotine delivery systems

Nicotine form (freebase/protonated) and nicotine flux (rate at which nicotine is emitted) are two factors that can affect the dose of nicotine inhaled by individuals using electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) because they can influence puffing behavior.
For detail: sciencedirect.com
Published Jan 01, 2024
[WNTD Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Addressing tobacco industry influence in tobacco-growing countries

Protecting policy-making from tobacco industry influence is central to effective tobacco control governance.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Jan 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: mildsauce.co

Quit smoking using Cytisine, but you may not get it that easily

A recent publication in the journal Addiction reveals compelling findings about cytisine, an affordable generic aid for quitting smoking widely used in eastern Europe since the 1960s.
For detail: mildsauce.co
Published Jan 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: medicalxpress.com

Want to quit smoking in 2024? Cytisine can help … if you live in the right country

A new study published in Addiction has found that cytisine, a low-cost, generic stop-smoking aid that has been used in Eastern Europe since the 1960s, increases the chances of successful smoking cessation by more than two-fold compared with placebo and may be more effective than nicotine replacement therapy.
For detail: medicalxpress.com
Published Jan 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: cureus.com

Association Between Smoking Habits and Body Weight Among General Population in Saudi Arabia

Cite this article as: Dahlawi M, Aldabbagh M, Alzubaidy B A, et al. (January 01, 2024) Association Between Smoking Habits and Body Weight Among General Population in Saudi Arabia. Cureus 16(1): e51485. doi:10.7759/cureus.
For detail: cureus.com
Published Jan 01, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ctvnews.ca

Low-cost, plant-based drug may help you quit smoking more effectively than nicotine replacement therapy, study shows

A new study shows a low-cost plant-based drug may be more effective than nicotine replacement therapy for people trying to quit smoking.
For detail: ctvnews.ca
Published Jan 01, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: abc.net.au

A national crackdown on disposable vapes begins January 1. How will it work?

These new regulations on vaping come ahead of tougher laws set to come into effect in March.( ABC News: Georgia Loney ) The first stage of a national crackdown on vaping begins on January 1 with a ban on the importation of single-use vapes in what health experts say will help address growing rates of nicotine dependency among young people.
For detail: abc.net.au