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Published Dec 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: wkyt.com

Kentucky vaping businesses concerned new law will put them out of business

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) -A new law set to take effect Wednesday, January 1, has some Kentucky vaping businesses concerned.
For detail: wkyt.com
Published Dec 31, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: westerniowatoday.com

Enforcement Of Vape Law Put on Hold

(Des Moines) Iowa has decided to hold off on enforcing new vaping regulations in the state.
For detail: westerniowatoday.com
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tylerpaper.com

Vaping among teens declines, but health, safety concerns still loom in East Texas

Tyler-area school districts are enforcing stricter policies and raising awareness, while health professionals highlight the serious risks of the side effects of vaping and the dangers of a trend that affects the community and its youth.
For detail: tylerpaper.com
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: tristatehomepage.com

How will a new Kentucky law impact the vaping industry?

PIKEVILLE, KY (WOWK) – The vaping industry in Kentucky is about to take a massive hit due to House Bill 11, which is set to take effect on New Year’s Day.
For detail: tristatehomepage.com
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: thenews.com.pk

Alabama Barker admitted to hospital due to nicotine withdrawal after quitting vaping

Alabama Barker, the 19-year-old daughter of Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler, was reportedly hospitalized due to nicotine withdrawal after quitting vaping.
For detail: thenews.com.pk
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: shiawaves.com

Smoking just one cigarette cuts life expectancy by about 20 minutes: Study

Research commissioned by the U.K. government reveals that smoking just one cigarette cuts life expectancy by about 20 minutes.
For detail: shiawaves.com
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: san.com

Smoking one cigarette takes 20 minutes off a person’s life: Study

A new study is offering new statistics about smoking ahead of 2025.
For detail: san.com
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: rnz.co.nz

Vaping kits to be made free for smokers to help them quit

The government will be supplying vaping starter kits to stop-smoking services around the country next week to help adults quit.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: pinkvilla.com

Travis Barker's Daughter Alabama Barker Hospitalized for Nicotine Withdrawal After Quitting Vaping to Protect Vocal Cords: Report

Alabama Barker was recently hospitalized after quitting vaping to protect her vocal cords, experiencing withdrawal-induced anxiety.
For detail: pinkvilla.com
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: people.com

Alabama Barker Responds to Rumors She Was Hospitalized for Nicotine Withdrawal

"Let's please avoid spreading any rumors and focus on moving forward," Travis Barker's daughter wrote Alabama Barker attends the SZA & TDE Official Grammy After-Party at The Vermont Hollywood on February 04, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
For detail: people.com
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: odt.co.nz

Govt to give out vaping kits to help smokers quit

The government will be supplying vaping starter kits to stop-smoking services around the country next week to help adults quit.
For detail: odt.co.nz
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: nypost.com

Travis Barker’s daughter Alabama addresses nicotine withdrawal rumors: ‘I just want to clarify’

The 19-year-old daughter of Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker and former Miss USA Shanna Moakler took to her Instagram Story on Tuesday after a report on Monday claimed she was “recently” hospitalized for nicotine withdrawal.
For detail: nypost.com
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Oral health risks in adults who use electronic nicotine delivery systems and oral nicotine pouches: a critical review of the literature and qualitative synthesis of the available evidence

Background: Use of combustible cigarettes (CCs) and smokeless oral tobacco products are well documented risk factors for a variety of oral diseases.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: newsukraine.rbc.ua

Scientists reveal how many minutes of life cigarette takes

Scientists reveal how many minutes of life cigarette takes Photo: Why smoking shortens life (freepik.com) It is no secret that smoking is very harmful.
For detail: newsukraine.rbc.ua
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: nationalpost.com

Smoking one cigarette equals 20 minute off your life, study finds

Researchers stress that smokers must quit completely to rewind the negative impact on life expectancy.
For detail: nationalpost.com
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: kios.org

Following Lawsuit, IA Holds Off Enforcement Of Anti-Vaping Legislation

Iowa has decided to hold off on enforcing new vaping regulations in the state. The decision comes after a group of distributors and retailers filed a lawsuit against the state over House Bill 2677, which requires e-cigarette products to have a "marketing authorization" from the FDA.
For detail: kios.org
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: euronews.com

Tobacco sellers in Latvia scramble to find loopholes to circumvent new ban on products and vapes

Latvia’s move to tighten rules on selling tobacco products and substitutes is seeing businesses in the Baltic country scrambling to find loopholes to circumvent the law.
For detail: euronews.com
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailynews.lk

Smokers lose up to 22 minutes of life with a single cigarette: Experts

LONDON: Women lose 22 minutes of their life with each cigarette they smoke, while one shortens a man’s life by 17 minutes, experts have estimated.
For detail: dailynews.lk
Published Dec 31, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: cspdailynews.com

New Vaping Laws Take Effect in Illinois on Jan. 1

House Bill 1540 takes effect Wednesday, according to an announcement from State Sen. Julie Morrison (D-Lake Forest).
For detail: cspdailynews.com
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: ckrw.com

Tax on vaping products to double effective January 1st, 2025

As per the Coordinated Vaping Product Taxation Agreement, which the Yukon had become a signatory of in May 0f 2024, the vape tax will be now calculated at $2.
For detail: ckrw.com
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: cbs8.com

Smoking and vaping banned in Carlsbad multi-unit residences

A new ordinance will ban smoking inside and outside of apartments, condos and other multi-unit homes. It will go into effect January 1, 2025 if approved.
For detail: cbs8.com
Published Dec 31, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: cbc.ca

Albertans face new taxes on EVs, vaping products in 2025

A closeup of the handle of a charging cord plugged into a black car.
For detail: cbc.ca
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: wsiltv.com

For young users, tobacco packets like Zyn are a nicotine trend that just won’t quit

Nicotine pouches such as Zyn are held between the inner lip and the gum and contain nicotine or synthetic nicotine and flavoring such as mint or fruit flavor.
For detail: wsiltv.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: unn.ua

New research: every cigarette takes 20 minutes of life

Scientists from University College London have found that the harm from smoking is twice as great as previously thought.
For detail: unn.ua
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: theweek.in

Quit smoking on New Year! One cigarette takes 20 minutes off a person’s life

With the clock ticking down to January 1st, now is the perfect time to start preparing to kick the habit of good.
For detail: theweek.in
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thenationalnews.com

Smokers could save a day of their lives if they quit for a week

New analysis has shown how many days people cut their lives short with every cigarette they smoke as many smokers consider kicking the habit in the new year.
For detail: thenationalnews.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: theguardian.com

Single cigarette takes 20 minutes off life expectancy, study finds

Figure is nearly double an estimate from 2000 and means a pack of 20 cigarettes costs a person seven hours on average Smokers are being urged to kick the habit for 2025 after a fresh assessment of the harms of cigarettes found they shorten life expectancy even more than doctors thought.
For detail: theguardian.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Every cigarette smoked ‘shaves 20 minutes off your life’

Findings from new analysis by scientists at University College London are up to twice as much as previous estimates Every cigarette smoked cuts 20 minutes off a person’s life, a study has claimed.
For detail: telegraph.co.uk
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: saudigazette.com.sa

Philip Morris leverages tech, innovation for smoke-free world

Philip Morris International (PMI) successfully hosted its flagship event, Technovation 2024, on December 11 at Jumeirah Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
For detail: saudigazette.com.sa
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: san.com

Belgium becomes first EU nation to ban disposable vapes

Belgium voted to become the first country in the European Union to ban disposable e-cigarettes starting Jan. 1. The measure, part of a national anti-tobacco plan, addresses health risks and environmental concerns linked to single-use devices, which are especially popular among young people.
For detail: san.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: rttnews.com

How Does A Single Cigarette Affect Life Expectancy ?

Researchers from University College London recently explored the harm caused by smoking on a person's life expectancy.
For detail: rttnews.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: rfi.fr

Belgium to become first EU country to ban disposable e-cigarettes

From 1 January, Belgium will become the first country in the European Union to implement a ban on single-use vapes, a step aimed at protecting public health, especially among young people.
For detail: rfi.fr
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: rcp.ac.uk

RCP responds to UCL research showing a single cigarette can take 20 minutes off life expectancy

Researchers at University College London have found that on average a single cigarette reduces life expectancy about about 20 minutes, meaning if a smoker of 10 cigarettes a day quits for a week they could add a day to their life expectancy.
For detail: rcp.ac.uk
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: raillynews.com

Belgium Takes Decision to Ban Disposable E-Cigarettes

In recent years, electronic cigarettes (Vape) has gained popularity worldwide.
For detail: raillynews.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: pna.gov.ph

Report: Smokers lose 20 minutes for every cigarette

LONDON – A newly published study on Monday warned that smoking is more harmful than previously thought with a single cigarette taking approximately 20 minutes off life expectancy.
For detail: pna.gov.ph
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: nypost.com

Every cigarette you smoke takes 19.5 minutes off your life, new study reveals — what happens when you quit

A single cigarette now and then may not kill you — but according to new research, each one will take an average of 19.5 minutes off your life.
For detail: nypost.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nypost.com

Will Ferrell is a total mood as cigarette-smoking Buddy the Elf at NHL game

On Sunday, Dec. 29, the former “Saturday Night Live” star, 57, wore the outfit from his famous 2003 movie “Elf” to Los Angeles’ Crypto.
For detail: nypost.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: newspressnow.com

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Belgium will ban the sale of disposable electronic cigarettes as of Jan.
For detail: newspressnow.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: newscentral.africa

Belgium Becomes First EU Country to Ban Disposable E-Cigarettes

Belgium has taken a pioneering step in public health and environmental protection by becoming the first European Union (EU) country to ban disposable e-cigarettes.
For detail: newscentral.africa
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: newindianexpress.com

A cigarette takes 20 minutes off a person's life: Study

Smokers who choose to quit on January 1, 2025, assuming they smoke 10 cigarettes a day, could save a whole day of their life by January 8, according to new research from University College London (UCL), published on Monday.
For detail: newindianexpress.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: newarkadvocate.com

Heath ordinance regulating flavored tobacco and vape sales to become active next month

A city of Heath ordinance that becomes effective starting this week will regulate the sales of electronic nicotine devices to prevent residents from purchasing products that aren't FDA-approved at local stores.
For detail: newarkadvocate.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ndtv.com

Each Cigarette Costs Men 17 Minutes, Women 22 Minutes Of Life, Study Warns

Each Cigarette Costs Men 17 Minutes, Women 22 Minutes Of Life, Study Warns Smoking can have devastating consequences, the study warned.
For detail: ndtv.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: msn.com

How many minutes does a cigarette knock off the life of a smoker?

Stunning analysis of the health threat from smoking has revealed how long each cigarette takes off a person’s life.
For detail: msn.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: moroccoworldnews.com

One Cigarette Steals 20 Minutes of One’s Life, Study Finds

Quitting smoking for a week can potentially save smokers a full day of life, the research suggested.
For detail: moroccoworldnews.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: moroccoworldnews.com

Belgium to Ban Single-Use Vapes in Bid to Protect Youth

The Alliance for a Tobacco Free Society in Belgium warns that young people start using vapes without always knowing their nicotine content, which is addictive.
For detail: moroccoworldnews.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: mk.co.kr

Belgium will ban all sales of disposable e-cigarettes from January 1st. It is the first EU country t..

Belgium will ban all sales of disposable e-cigarettes from January 1st. It is the first EU country to do so. According to Euronews on the 29th (local time), Belgium decided to ban the sale of disposable e-cigarettes due to health and environmental concerns.
For detail: mk.co.kr
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: metro.co.uk

Here’s how much of your life you lose with every cigarette you smoke

Each cigarette you smoke reduces your lifespan by an estimated 20 minutes, new research has shown.
For detail: metro.co.uk
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: masslawyersweekly.com

Busy year ahead in tobacco litigation gets off to early start

What was shaping up to be a busy 2025 for tobacco litigation in Massachusetts courts got off to an early start with two eight-figure awards for plaintiffs who sued R.J. Reynolds.
For detail: masslawyersweekly.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: madhyamamonline.com

Each cigarette takes 20 minutes of life, double previous estimate: study

Smokers’ life expectancy is said to diminish by approximately 20 minutes per cigarette, according to a new study—almost double the previous estimate of 11 minutes by doctors—encouraging smokers to quit in 2025.
For detail: madhyamamonline.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: lbc.co.uk

Single cigarette can 'shave 22 minutes off your life' government research reveals

Smokers have been urged to kick the habit as they enter the new year after new analysis reveals the time lost by each cigarette smoked.
For detail: lbc.co.uk
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: ladbible.com

Exact amount of minutes smoking one cigarette takes off your lifespan, new study shows

The average amount of time taken off your life when you smoke a cigarette has been revealed, and it's much more than initially thought.
For detail: ladbible.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: jpost.com

Milan imposes near-total outdoor smoking ban starting January 1

The new regulation will prohibit smoking in all public or publicly accessible outdoor spaces, including sidewalks, squares, outdoor cafés, and parks.
For detail: jpost.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: jpost.com

Each cigarette reduces life expectancy by 20 minutes, study finds

If a smoker who smokes 10 cigarettes daily quits on January 1st, they can prevent losing a full day of life by January 8th.
For detail: jpost.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: iosconews.com

Belgium becomes first EU country to ban disposable e-cigarettes

Wildly popular with young people for their dizzying array of flavours, including apple, watermelon and cola, the time is up for disposable e-cigarettes in Belgium -- the first EU country to ban them.
For detail: iosconews.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: investing.com

Turkey's fuel, tobacco tax moves will not harm inflation goal, Simsek says

© Reuters. FILE PHOTO: Turkey's Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek speaks during a meeting of Turkish Industry and Business Association (TUSIAD) in Istanbul, Turkey, July 11, 2024.
For detail: investing.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: indiatoday.in

Smokers lose 20 minutes of life with a single cigarette, new study warns

A recent study reveals that smoking reduces life expectancy by an average of 20 minutes per cigarette, with women losing more time than men.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: independent.co.uk

Smokers lose up to 22 minutes of life with a single cigarette, new predictions by experts warn

Women lose 22 minutes of their life with each cigarette they smoke while one shortens a man’s life by 17 minutes, experts have estimated.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: gulfnews.com

Smoking fewer cigarettes not enough to reduce harm caused by smoking

Humans have been consistently creative and inventive, finding ways to solve problems to make life easier and more enjoyable.
For detail: gulfnews.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: gov.uk

Quit for a week and save a day, say health experts

Smokers who choose to quit on the 1 January could save a whole day of their life by 8 January, according to new research.
For detail: gov.uk
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: globenewswire.com

Select Vape Accommodates Beginners With New Vape Starter Kits

IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Select Vape is excited to announce the launch of its new vape starter kits, designed specifically for beginners, from GeekVape, Vaporesso, and Lost Vape.
For detail: globenewswire.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: geo.tv

Belgium becomes first EU country to ban disposable e-cigarettes

BRUSSLES: Wildly popular with young people for their dizzying array of flavours, including apple, watermelon and cola, the time is up for disposable e-cigarettes in Belgium — the first EU country to ban them.
For detail: geo.tv
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: fox56news.com

Kentucky ranks in top 10 states with underage vaping amid new 2025 law

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — A new study reveals the country’s underage vaping hotspots, with Kentucky ranking in the top 10.
For detail: fox56news.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking COPD]

Source: forbes.com

One Cigarette Can Take 20 Minutes Off Your Life, Study Suggests

Smoking just one cigarette can reduce life expectancy by about 20 minutes, according to research commissioned by the U.K.
For detail: forbes.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: ew.com

Will Ferrell attends NHL game as cigarette-smoking version of Buddy the Elf: 'Tough holiday season'

The "Elf" actor appeared in the crowd at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Will Ferrell attends a game between the Philadelphia Flyers and the xin the second period at Crypto.
For detail: ew.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: euroweeklynews.com

Every cigarette reduces life span « Euro Weekly News

Smokers who choose to quit on the 1 January could save a whole day of their life by 8 January, according to new research.
For detail: euroweeklynews.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: esmmagazine.com

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.
For detail: esmmagazine.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: djournal.com

Belgium becomes first EU country to ban disposable e-cigarettes

Wildly popular with young people for their dizzying array of flavours, including apple, watermelon and cola, the time is up for disposable e-cigarettes in Belgium -- the first EU country to ban them.
For detail: djournal.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dawn.com

Belgium becomes first EU country to ban disposable e-cigarettes

Wildly popular with young people for their dizzying array of flavours, including apple, watermelon and cola, the time is up for disposable e-cigarettes in Belgium — the first EU country to ban them.
For detail: dawn.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dailysabah.com

New year, new you: Quit smoking, gain precious years, study finds

Smokers have been urged to kick the habit in the new year after a new analysis shows how much of their lives are lost by each cigarette smoked.
For detail: dailysabah.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: csmonitor.com

Massachusetts towns ban nicotine for a generation. Public health win or overreach?

If you were born after 2003, you will never be old enough to buy cigarettes in Chelsea, Massachusetts.
For detail: csmonitor.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: citizentribune.com

Belgium becomes first EU country to ban disposable e-cigarettes

Wildly popular with young people for their dizzying array of flavours, including apple, watermelon and cola, the time is up for disposable e-cigarettes in Belgium -- the first EU country to ban them.
For detail: citizentribune.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: chinadaily.com.cn

Maldives moves to enforce vaping ban

The Maldives' ban on vaping will lead to a reduced rate of nicotine addiction among the youth, while raising the smoking legal age and hiking taxes on e-cigarettes will discourage their use, which experts say, will benefit the nation in the long run.
For detail: chinadaily.com.cn
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: caledonianrecord.com

Belgium becomes first EU country to ban disposable e-cigarettes

Wildly popular with young people for their dizzying array of flavours, including apple, watermelon and cola, the time is up for disposable e-cigarettes in Belgium -- the first EU country to ban them.
For detail: caledonianrecord.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: barrons.com

Belgium Becomes First EU Country To Ban Disposable E-cigarettes

Wildly popular with young people for their dizzying array of flavours, including apple, watermelon and cola, the time is up for disposable e-cigarettes in Belgium -- the first EU country to ban them.
For detail: barrons.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: al24news.com

20 Minutes of Life Lost Per Cigarette : Study Highlights Smoking’s Deadly Impact

Every cigarette smoked reduces life expectancy by approximately 20 minutes, according to a groundbreaking study from University College London (UCL) released Monday.
For detail: al24news.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: africanews.com

Belgium to ban single-use vapes starting January 1 to protect youth

From January 1, Belgium will ban the sale of single-use vapes, marking a significant step in its national anti-tobacco strategy aimed at protecting young people's health.
For detail: africanews.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: abc4.com

Flavored vape restrictions won’t go into effect as scheduled — Here’s why

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: abc4.com
Published Dec 30, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: aa.com.tr

Every cigarette steals 20 minutes of life from smokers: Report

Every cigarette steals 20 minutes of life from smokers: ReportEvery cigarette steals 20 minutes of life from smokers according to the report A newly published study on Monday warned that smoking is more harmful than previously thought with a single cigarette takes approximately 20 minutes off life expectancy.
For detail: aa.com.tr
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: wfmz.com

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Belgium will ban the sale of disposable electronic cigarettes as of Jan.
For detail: wfmz.com
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: vancouverisawesome.com

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels on Dec. 12, 2024, ahead of Belgium's ban on the sale of disposable vapes as of Jan. 1, 2025.
For detail: vancouverisawesome.com
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: scmp.com

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels ahead of Belgium’s ban on the sale of disposable vapes on January 1st.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Ban Cigarette]

Source: scmp.com

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels ahead of Belgium’s ban on the sale of disposable vapes on January 1st.
For detail: scmp.com
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: saudigazette.com.sa

Belgium becomes first EU nation to ban disposable e-cigarettes starting January 1

BRUSSELS — Belgium will ban the sale of disposable electronic cigarettes from January 1, citing health and environmental concerns, in a pioneering move for European Union member states.
For detail: saudigazette.com.sa
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: report.az

Belgium to be first EU country to ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes

Belgium will ban the sale of disposable electronic cigarettes as of January 1 on health and environmental grounds in a groundbreaking move for European Union nations, Report informs via AP.
For detail: report.az
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: piquenewsmagazine.com

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels on Dec. 12, 2024, ahead of Belgium's ban on the sale of disposable vapes as of Jan.
For detail: piquenewsmagazine.com
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: opb.org

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels on Dec.
For detail: opb.org
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nsnews.com

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels on Dec. 12, 2024, ahead of Belgium's ban on the sale of disposable vapes as of Jan. 1, 2025.
For detail: nsnews.com
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: npr.org

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels on Dec.
For detail: npr.org
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: news.yahoo.com

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels on Dec. 12, 2024, ahead of Belgium's ban on the sale of disposable vapes as of Jan.
For detail: news.yahoo.com
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: msn.com

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels on Dec. 12, 2024, ahead of Belgium's ban on the sale of disposable vapes as of Jan. 1, 2025.
For detail: msn.com
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: morningstaronline.co.uk

Belgium to ban sale of single-use e-cigarettes on health grounds

BELGIUM will ban the sale of disposable electronic cigarettes from January 1 on health and environmental grounds in a groundbreaking move among European Union nations.
For detail: morningstaronline.co.uk
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: kstp.com

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels on Dec.
For detail: kstp.com
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: independent.co.uk

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Belgium will ban the sale of disposable electronic cigarettes as of Jan.
For detail: independent.co.uk
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: hoptownchronicle.org

Some vape products are coming off Kentucky shelves. Here’s what to know.

Starting Jan. 1, new restrictions on vaping products will take effect, limiting the number of products Kentuckians will see in stores.
For detail: hoptownchronicle.org
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: euronews.com

Belgium will be first EU state to ban the sale of vapes

FILE - A man vapes on a disposable electronic cigarette in Brussels on Dec.
For detail: euronews.com
Published Dec 29, 2024
[FED Cigarette]

Source: dhakatribune.com

Vape traders call for regulatory framework

The Bangladesh Electronic Nicotine Delivery System Traders Association (BENDSTA) and the Consumer Rights of Sales Alternatives (CORSA) organized a human chain on Saturday, followed by the submission of a referendum to the chief adviser's residence, calling for a regulatory framework.
For detail: dhakatribune.com
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: daytondailynews.com

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels on Dec. 12, 2024, ahead of Belgium's ban on the sale of disposable vapes as of Jan. 1, 2025.
For detail: daytondailynews.com
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: coastreporter.net

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels on Dec.
For detail: coastreporter.net
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: castanetkamloops.net

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels on Dec.
For detail: castanetkamloops.net
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: castanet.net

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels on Dec.
For detail: castanet.net
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: burnabynow.com

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels on Dec. 12, 2024, ahead of Belgium's ban on the sale of disposable vapes as of Jan. 1, 2025.
For detail: burnabynow.com
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: bostonglobe.com

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices on display in a shop in Brussels on Dec.
For detail: bostonglobe.com
Published Dec 29, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: airdriecityview.com

Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU

Flavored varieties of disposable electronic cigarette devices are on display in a shop in Brussels on Dec.
For detail: airdriecityview.com
Published Dec 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tbsnews.net

Ban on e-cigarettes: Vape importers submit memorandum to CA

A delegation of Voice of Vapers, Consumer Rights of Sales Alternatives (CORSA), and Bangladesh Electronic Nicotine Delivery System Traders Association (BENDSTA) submitted the memorandum to the CA’s official residence today Vape importers have submitted a memorandum to Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus to reconsider the government's decision to ban the import of e-cigarettes.
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published Dec 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: studyfinds.org

Vaping, even without nicotine, impairs blood vessel function

Vaping, even without nicotine, can immediately drop your blood vessels’ ability to carry life-sustaining oxygen throughout the body.
For detail: studyfinds.org
Published Dec 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: dhakatribune.com

Govt urged to review ban on e-cigarette imports

Stakeholders and industry representatives have submitted a memorandum to Chief Advisor Dr Muhammad Yunus, urging him to reconsider the government's decision to ban the import of e-cigarettes.
For detail: dhakatribune.com
Published Dec 28, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: bbc.com

Illegal vapes and tobacco worth £2m seized

Almost £2m worth of illegal vape and tobacco products have been seized in south east Wales in the past 15 months Almost £2m worth of illegal vape and tobacco products have been seized in south east Wales in just over a year as police tackle the "expanding" problem.
For detail: bbc.com
Published Dec 28, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: african.business

Tobacco giant PMI aims for cheaper smoke-free products in Africa

The owner of Marlboro outside the US and Canada wants smoke-free products to account for two-thirds of total revenue by 2030.
For detail: african.business
Published Dec 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thearabtribune.com

Counselor warns of combining e-cigarettes, drugs

E-liquids are designer drugs, such as Spice or bath salts, which are in liquid form and are used with e-cigarettes or vaporizers.
For detail: thearabtribune.com
Published Dec 27, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: arynews.tv

One 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: arynews.tv
Published Dec 26, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: wicz.com

Global E-Cigarette and Vaporizer Market Market Regional Insights and Key Players: Forecast to 2033

The Global E-Cigarette and Vaporizer Market Report for 2025-2033 offers an in-depth analysis of the key drivers shaping market growth and development throughout the forecast period.
For detail: wicz.com
Published Dec 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tuoitrenews.vn

Vietnam health ministry proposes sanctioning e-cigarette smokers

Dinh Thi Thu Thuy, deputy head of the Department of Legal Affairs under the Vietnamese Ministry of Health, speaks at a workshop on the ban of e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products in Hanoi, December 25, 2024.
For detail: tuoitrenews.vn
Published Dec 26, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tampabay.com

Florida has a vaping crisis. Is D.C. worsening it?

Florida’s government, under Gov. Ron DeSantis’ leadership and a conservative legislature, has stopped at nothing to protect its residents from the Chinese Communist Party. Rep. Alex Andrade, R-Pensacola.
For detail: tampabay.com
Published Dec 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nodawaynews.com

Regents receive results of financial audit, accepts tobacco-free campus policy

Northwest Missouri State University’s Regents during its regular session December 12 accepted the results of the institution’s FY24 financial audit, which generated an unmodified opinion of the university’s financial statements with no misstatements.
For detail: nodawaynews.com
Published Dec 26, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: natlawreview.com

CTP Advances Proposal to Set Maximum Nicotine Level in Cigarettes

On December 10, 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA or the Agency) Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) advanced a proposal to set a maximum nicotine level in cigarettes and certain other combusted tobacco products.
For detail: natlawreview.com
Published Dec 26, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: gulfnews.com

How dangerous is vaping for teenagers?

Nicotine from vaping can impact the brain, leading to learning issues, memory loss, seizures and mental health problems.
For detail: gulfnews.com
Published Dec 26, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: e.vnexpress.net

Vietnam developing punishments for vaping after ban

At a Wednesday conference on e-cigarettes, Dinh Thi Thu Thuy, deputy head of the Department of Legal Affairs under the healthy ministry, said Vietnam has become the 6th Southeast Asian country and one among 43 countries in the world to ban e-cigarettes.
For detail: e.vnexpress.net
Published Dec 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: vietnamnet.vn

Ministry of Health targets e-cigarette use with proposed legal changes

Vietnam’s Ministry of Health has proposed new penalties for harboring and using e-cigarettes, as part of its effort to enforce a nationwide ban on novel tobacco products from 2025.
For detail: vietnamnet.vn
Published Dec 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: thepeninsulaqatar.com

HMC renews warning against use of alternative tobacco products

Doha: Hamad Medical Corporations (HMC) Tobacco Control Center has issued a stern warning against the risks of Alternative Tobacco Products, such as e-cigarettes, vape pens, heated tobacco products and nicotine pouches.
For detail: thepeninsulaqatar.com
Published Dec 25, 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 Dec 25, 2024
[E-Cigarette]

Source: baolangson.vn

Health ministry seeks feedback in preparation for 2025 e-cigarette ban

The Ministry of Health’s Department of Legal Affairs held a workshop in Hanoi on December 25 to provide information about a plan to implement the National Assembly (NA)'s resolution involving the ban of e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products.
For detail: baolangson.vn
Published Dec 25, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: baohaiduong.vn

Ministry of Health proposes to fine people who smoke electronic cigarettes

The Ministry of Health has submitted to the Government for comments on two issues related to banning e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products from 2.
For detail: baohaiduong.vn
Published Dec 25, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: bakersfieldnow.com

Teen vaping hits decade low, but dangers persist, experts warn

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — For the first time in a decade, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration report that teen vaping has dropped to its lowest level.
For detail: bakersfieldnow.com
Published Dec 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: tribuneindia.com

Woman held for selling banned e-cigarettes

article_Author Gurugram, Updated At : 05:10 AM Dec 24, 2024 IST The Gurugram police have arrested a woman for illegally keeping and selling banned e-cigarettes and foreign cigarettes.
For detail: tribuneindia.com
Published Dec 24, 2024
[FCTC COPD Tobacco]

Source: tnnenglish.com

Tobacco Industry Interference in Policy Making: A Global and Local Perspective

Tobacco industry interference in policymaking remains a significant challenge for global and local efforts to reduce tobacco consumption and prevent tobacco-related diseases.
For detail: tnnenglish.com
Published Dec 24, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: sportschosun.com

Female lawmakers catch e-cigarettes in parliament...Apologize immediately for the spread of the video

korean Twitter-X facebook copy According to USA Today and other foreign media, Kathy Zubinao (41), a Green Unionist, was caught on camera smoking an e-cigarette on the 20th (local time) as Colombia's parliament was discussing the revision of the health insurance and medical law.
For detail: sportschosun.com
Published Dec 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: saudigazette.com.sa

Five things everyone should know about smoking

It’s no secret that smoking is incredibly harmful, but despite all the scientific evidence we have accumulated, an array of myths and misconceptions still circulate about the source of smoking-related harm.
For detail: saudigazette.com.sa
Published Dec 24, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: etvbharat.com

No Smoking: Kashmir's Village Unites To Ban Tobacco and Reclaim Fresh Air

The transformation began a month ago when villagers gathered in the local Mosque to pledge a collective stand against smoking and the use of tobacco.
For detail: etvbharat.com
Published Dec 24, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: edition.mv

Nine persons fined a week into vape ban

Nine individuals have been fined for vaping since the ban on using vapes came into effect on December 15.
For detail: edition.mv
Published Dec 24, 2024
[Smoking FCTC COPD]

Source: archpublichealth.biomedcentral.com

Repeated participation in hospital smoking cessation services and its effectiveness in smoking cessation: a seven-year observational study in Taiwan

The purpose of this study was to evaluate repeated participation in hospital smoking cessation services and its related factors and to explore the correlation between the frequency of participation and its effectiveness in smoking cessation.
For detail: archpublichealth.biomedcentral.com
Published Dec 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: thecentersquare.com

New Illinois laws affecting electronic cigarettes go into effect Jan. 1

One law prohibits the advertising, marketing or promoting of an electronic cigarette in a manner that is likely to cause a person to mistake it for an object that is anything other than what it is, a tobacco product.
For detail: thecentersquare.com
Published Dec 23, 2024
[FCTC PHW Tobacco]

Source: tbsnews.net

Why Bangladesh's tobacco control law amendment is crucial

By taking decisive measures to control tobacco use, Bangladesh can demonstrate its commitment to public health and set an example for other countries in the region Not raising cigarette prices potentially benefits cigarette companies more than the poor.
For detail: tbsnews.net
Published Dec 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: rnz.co.nz

More than $2.5m worth of assets restrained in tobacco case

A discovery of undeclared tobacco by the New Zealand Customs Service has resulted in the restraint of more than NZ$2.5 million worth of assets by police under the Criminal Proceeds (Recovery) Act 2009.
For detail: rnz.co.nz
Published Dec 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: prnewswire.com

Nearly 50% of Young People Resolve to Quit Nicotine in 2025

WASHINGTON, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Almost half (48%) of young people aged 18-24 are making quitting nicotine a priority for their 2025 New Year's resolutions, according to new data from Truth Initiative® – the nation's largest nonprofit public health organization dedicated to preventing youth and young adult nicotine addiction and empowering quitting for all.
For detail: prnewswire.com
Published Dec 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: pharmacytimes.com

Clearing the Air: The Influence of Vaping on Smoking Cessation

Pharmacists can help address nicotine addiction by recommending FDA-approved smoking cessation methods and educating on the risks associated with electronic cigarette use.
For detail: pharmacytimes.com
Published Dec 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nzherald.co.nz

Police restrain over $2.5 million in assets after tobacco smuggling operation busted in Gisborne restaurant

Police have restrained more than $2.5 million in assets, including four properties in Gisborne, after Customs intercepted undeclared tobacco at the border.
For detail: nzherald.co.nz
Published Dec 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: nltimes.nl

Over 200 tobacco shops opened since ban on tobacco sales for supermarkets

Over 200 tobacco shops have been opened in the Netherlands in the last year. There are currently almost 1,675 registered tobacco shops in the country when there were only 1,466 at the end of last year.
For detail: nltimes.nl
Published Dec 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: nationthailand.com

Illegal cigarettes flood Phuket in holiday season

The Phuket Excise Office reports a surge in illegal cigarettes during the New Year holiday, with incidents tripling compared with normal levels, the Phuket excise chief said.
For detail: nationthailand.com
Published Dec 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: moneycontrol.com

GST Council to implement track-and-trace mechanism for cigarettes, pan masala: Report

The track-and-trace mechanism, already in use in regions such as the European Union (EU), the UK, and Turkey, requires manufacturers, importers, and supply chain entities to register and obtain unique IDs.
For detail: moneycontrol.com
Published Dec 23, 2024
[GHW Cigarette]

Source: koreabizwire.com

Cigarette Packaging Updated With Graphic Images and Clear Warnings

South Korea is implementing new graphic health warnings and text messages on cigarette packages starting December 23.
For detail: koreabizwire.com
Published Dec 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: koreabizwire.com

South Korea Faces Rising Obesity and E-Cigarette Usage, Despite Gains in Physical Activity

SEOUL, Dec. 23 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korea is grappling with a surge in obesity and e-cigarette use, even as traditional smoking declines and physical activity rates improve, according to a nationwide health survey released by the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA).
For detail: koreabizwire.com
Published Dec 23, 2024
[FCTC TCC Tobacco]

Source: indiatoday.in

The Tobacco Trap: How flawed policies are undermining India's fight against addiction

India's tobacco control policies are failing, leaving over 300 million users trapped in a cycle of addiction and disease.
For detail: indiatoday.in
Published Dec 23, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: greaterkashmir.com

Sheikhgund: Village that banned smoking, tobacco


For detail: greaterkashmir.com
Published Dec 23, 2024
[FCTC Tobacco]

Source: fbcnews.com.fj

$15M investment in tobacco control to generate $900M

The UNDP is suggesting that Fiji could potentially generate $900 million by investing $15m in implementing stronger tobacco control measures.
For detail: fbcnews.com.fj
Published Dec 23, 2024
[Cigarette]

Source: csnews.com

FDA Issues Warnings to Online Retailers Over Illegal Vapor Sales

SIVLER SPRING, Md. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues to call out retailers and manufacturers who illegally sell flavored, disposable electronic cigarettes and vapor products.
For detail: csnews.com
Published Dec 22, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Physical activity and tobacco smoking in the German adult population

Background: Physical inactivity and tobacco smoking remain the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Dec 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: franklincounty.news

Supporting students in a tobacco-free environment

As proud members of the Franklin County Tobacco-Free Partnership, we have been committed to advocating for a healthier environment for our children.
For detail: franklincounty.news
Published Dec 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: dhakatribune.com

Policy-making in tobacco control

The ongoing debate surrounding the proposed amendments to the Smoking and Tobacco Products Usage (Control) Act has sparked considerable public interest and revealed the growing need for balanced and informed dialogue.
For detail: dhakatribune.com
Published Dec 22, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: aol.com

Taxi driver loses licence over illegal tobacco

Taxis lined up in a street. Some are white, some black, and they have red or yellow signs on their roofs saying they are a taxi.
For detail: aol.com
Published Dec 21, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: nlm.nih.gov

Prevalence and uptake of vaping among people who have quit smoking: a population study in England, 2013-2024

Background: Vaping prevalence has increased rapidly in England since 2021. This study estimated trends between 2013 and 2024 in vaping among ex-smokers, overall and among those who did not use e-cigarettes to support their quit attempt.
For detail: nlm.nih.gov
Published Dec 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: newportri.com

RI's flavored vape ban survives legal challenge for now. Here's what to know.

PROVIDENCE – A federal judge this week struck down a move to halt the looming ban on the sale of flavored vape products in Rhode Island, set to take effect Jan.
For detail: newportri.com
Published Dec 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: moroccoworldnews.com

Colombian Lawmaker Caught Vaping During Health Care Reform Debate

Marrakech - A Colombian congresswoman was caught on camera vaping during a high-stakes parliamentary session on healthcare reforms.
For detail: moroccoworldnews.com
Published Dec 21, 2024
[Vaping]

Source: lbcurrent.com

The “Truth” is that anti-vaping campaigns are ineffective

Since 2022, the percentage of young adults smoking cigarettes has dropped from 22.7% to 4.9%, while one in 10 young adults now smoke e-cigarettes or vapes.
For detail: lbcurrent.com
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
[Vaping]

Source: usatoday.com

Video catches lawmaker vaping during health care reform debate in Colombia

A Colombian lawmaker was caught on camera vaping during a meeting of the country's parliament to discuss healthcare reforms.
For detail: usatoday.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: newsroom.heart.org

Denver takes bold step to eliminate sale of flavored tobacco and nicotine products

DENVER, Dec. 20, 2024 — The American Heart Association, celebrating 100 years of lifesaving service as the world’s leading voluntary organization focused on heart and brain health, issued the following statement in response to this week's announcement that Denver Mayor Mike Johnston signed into law a measure that will eliminate the sale of flavored tobacco products within the city.
For detail: newsroom.heart.org
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
[Vaping]

Source: livemint.com

Viral video: Colombian lawmaker Cathy Juvinao caught vaping in Parliament during ‘healthcare’ debate

Colombian lawmaker Cathy Juvinao was filmed vaping during a parliamentary session, sparking outrage.
For detail: livemint.com
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
[Vaping]

Source: iowacapitaldispatch.com

Distributors and retailers sue the state over new law on vaping products

Jeremy Wong smokes an e-cigarette at The Vaping Buddha on Jan. 23, 2018, in South San Francisco, California.
For detail: iowacapitaldispatch.com
Published 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 20, 2024
[Smoking]

Source: chinadaily.com.cn

Smoking increases risk of reproductive issues: study

Smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke are tied to increased risk of infertility, miscarriage, low birth weight, preterm delivery and other adverse pregnancy outcomes, according to a recent study by researchers from Tsinghua University.
For detail: chinadaily.com.cn
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
[Vaping]

Source: truthinitiative.org

Quitting vaping in 2025: Top tips and resources

2025 could be the year for you or someone you care about to quit vaping. According to a past Truth Initiative survey, 67% of 15-to-24-year-old e-cigarette users surveyed said they were considering quitting as a New Year’s resolution.
For detail: truthinitiative.org
Published Dec 19, 2024
[Tobacco]

Source: tobaccofreekids.org

Global Public Health Advocates from 10 Countries Demand Hearst and Conde Nast Stop Promoting Tobacco and Nicotine to Kids

Washington, D.C. – The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids is joining more than 50 public health advocates from 10 countries in calling on Hearst Communications Inc.
For detail: tobaccofreekids.org
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
[Cigarette]

Source: thehill.com

The unanticipated consequences of vaping: Implications for policy

Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are a tobacco product originally designed to offer an alternative to combustible cigarettes by delivering nicotine at lower heat by a battery-powered device.
For detail: thehill.com
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: globenewswire.com

Select Vape Provides Zero-Nicotine Disposable Vapes for Health-Conscious Users

IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Select Vape, a leading retailer in the vaping industry, is excited to announce the introduction of zero-nicotine disposable vapes.
For detail: globenewswire.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

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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