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January 27, 2026 by nih.gov

Use of menthol-flavored (vs. tobacco-flavored) electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) may be associated with higher rates of complete switching among adults who smoke (AWS). This paper evaluates the association over 2 years, while considering robustness across different missing-data approaches. 22,905 US AWS and purchased JUUL ENDS were enrolled in a longitudinal cohort study and completed up to 10 follow-ups. To assess potential bias due to missingness, analyses: (a) compared participant characteristics by levels of missingness and (b) assessed whether tobacco or menthol JUUL was associated with missingness.

January 27, 2026 by substack.com

In theory, science should be self-correcting, but in practice, it often isn’t. In tobacco harm reduction (THR) research, several factors hinder this self-correction: funding that emphasizes harm rather than harm reduction, polarization in the field and ostracism of researchers with real or perceived industry ties, and confirmation bias in interpreting ambiguous results and peer review. These issues, however, are not unique to THR. Similar dynamics can affect objectivity and self-correction across science in general.

January 23, 2026 by abc.net.au

Although smoking rates have dropped to their lowest levels since their peak in the 1960s and 1970s, worries are rising about a possible resurgence as tobacco companies target younger people via social media. Data from the Australian National University show that 24,000 Australians die each year from smoking-related causes, and experts caution that the country now faces the danger of complacency.

January 22, 2026 by ft.com

British American Tobacco shocked investors two years ago with a £27bn writedown of its US cigarette brands, causing its shares to fall amid declining cigarette sales and political pressure on vaping. Contrary to expectations, the company’s shares have since risen nearly 90%, lifting its market value to £92bn and making it the UK’s sixth most valuable company. This performance has outpaced even Nvidia over the past year, while rival Imperial Brands has also grown to a £24bn market capitalisation.

January 21, 2026 by gfn.tv

A new European Heart Journal report has reignited the debate over nicotine, heart health, and harm reduction. In this GFN News interview, Will Godfrey of Filter examines the claims that all forms of nicotine pose equal cardiovascular risk and the strong backlash from independent experts. The discussion explores criticisms of the report’s scientific approach, evidence from population studies, and concerns that its conclusions could influence upcoming EU tobacco, taxation, and health policies. With Europe already facing the world’s highest smoking rates, the video asks whether this narrative could undermine harm reduction efforts and discourage smokers from switching to less harmful alternatives.

January 19, 2026 by planetofthevapes.co.uk

A new report, Tale of Two Nations: Argentina v Sweden, shows that safer nicotine alternatives such as vapes and oral nicotine pouches significantly improve smokers’ chances of quitting, particularly as part of a New Year’s attempt. The report contrasts Argentina’s rising smoking rates with Sweden’s success in reducing smoking through regulated access to smoke-free alternatives such as vapes.

January 16, 2026 by mb.com.ph

Most consumers use nicotine pouches, a smoke-free alternative, to reduce the harm from smoking, according to a Spanish study. Nicotine pouches are smoke-free products that deliver nicotine by placing a small pouch between the gum and upper lip. They do not contain tobacco leaf and produce no smoke or vapor. The Spanish report, "Regulation of Nicotine Pouches," by the Tholos Foundation in collaboration with Dynata, presents findings from a consumer survey conducted in Spain in March 2025. The survey included 515 current users of nicotine pouches.

January 16, 2026 by gfn.tv

Six months after the UK’s disposable vape ban, questions remain over its real-world impact. Industry commentator Martin Cullip discusses weak enforcement funding, the rise of illegal sales, growing environmental awareness, and concerns that the ban could undermine smoking cessation and push some users back to cigarettes.

January 16, 2026 by filtermag.org

I’m 67 years old. I quit smoking with the help of vaping after other methods failed. When I walk into a vape shop, I’m not looking for a clinic, but for a place that feels welcoming, safe, and professional—because switching away from smoking is serious business. Vape shops should look like responsible, inviting adult spaces. Smokers deserve a door they feel comfortable walking through. A clean, well-run shop makes me feel less likely to be sold junk, less likely to be misled, and more likely to get practical help from someone who knows what they’re doing.

January 16, 2026 by filtermag.org

I’m 67 years old. I quit smoking with the help of vaping after other methods failed. When I walk into a vape shop, I’m not looking for a clinic, but for a place that feels welcoming, safe, and professional—because switching away from smoking is serious business. Vape shops should look like responsible, inviting adult spaces. Smokers deserve a door they feel comfortable walking through. A clean, well-run shop makes me feel less likely to be sold junk, less likely to be misled, and more likely to get practical help from someone who knows what they’re doing.