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October 09, 2025 by nejm.org

The text describes the crisis in public health in the United States. Six main factors are identified — complacency, commitment, commercialism, complexity, communication, and comportment. It is explained that misinformation, lack of trust, and weakened social responsibility threaten progress in public health. Education, clear communication, and ethical leadership are presented as key to restoring confidence and improving health outcomes.

October 07, 2025 by medscape.com

The University of Birmingham is conducting the EVALUATE study, led by Dr. Aaron Scott, to investigate the long-term health effects of vaping as a smoking cessation aid. The £1.46 million project funded by the MRC will monitor 200 participants over a year, comparing their lung health to non-smokers. Researchers will analyze gene expression, toxic substance accumulation, and lung cell changes to understand vaping's impact on health. This study is crucial given the WHO's concerns about rising global vaping rates. The aim is to provide evidence for individuals to make informed decisions about quitting smoking with e-cigarettes.

October 07, 2025 by clearingtheair.eu

The European Commission is considering proposals on nicotine pouches that could impact tobacco harm reduction in the EU. Plans include a potential ban on pouches, flavor restrictions, and legal liabilities for manufacturers. These measures risk reversing progress in reducing smoking rates and harming public health. Nicotine pouches have played a crucial role in harm reduction, as seen in Sweden. The proposed regulations might push individuals back to smoking, fueling illicit trade. The Commission's rush in regulation lacks solid evidence and is poised for adoption at COP-11 in November, urging member states to prioritize evidence-based policymaking for public health.

October 07, 2025 by gfn.tv

Toxicologist Autumn Bernal explains why harm reduction keeps her in the fight: reducing disease burden for adult smokers through better product design, rigorous toxicology, and clear science communication. She highlights the core engineering challenge for ENDS: optimizing heating to minimize emissions while effectively delivering nicotine - without the harmful constituents found in cigarettes.

October 07, 2025 by who.int

The new WHO report presents updated estimates of tobacco use among people aged 15 and older from 2000 to 2024, with projections to 2030. It tracks global, regional, and country-level trends and serves as a key measure of progress in implementing the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control. The estimates, updated every two years, represent WHO’s official data for Sustainable Development Goal indicator 3.a.1 and also support monitoring of the Global Action Plan for the Prevention and Control of Noncommunicable Diseases 2013–2020 and the WHO Fourteenth General Programme of Work.

October 07, 2025 by rnz.co.nz

Global smoking rates are decreasing, but e-cigarettes are causing a rise in nicotine addiction, says the World Health Organization. While smokers have reduced from 1.38 billion (2000) to 1.2 billion (2024), one in five adults still use tobacco. Over 100 million people are vaping globally, with 15 million being children aged 13 to 15. Children are nine times more likely to vape than adults in countries with data available. WHO urges countries to intensify tobacco control efforts to combat the increasing e-cigarette use targeting youth. Women show a larger decline in tobacco use compared to men, emphasizing the need for stronger tobacco control policies.

October 07, 2025 by brusselstimes.com

A recent survey by the Flemish Institute for Healthy Living shows that one in four young people use nicotine, mainly through e-cigarettes. Vaping has replaced traditional cigarettes among youths, contributing to high nicotine use despite declining smoking rates. Weekly vaping among youths has risen to 9%, with flavored options and attractive designs driving curiosity. The institute calls for stricter enforcement and increased awareness. Although underage access to nicotine products is prevalent, education on the health risks of smoking and vaping is crucial in combating this trend, as young people in smoking households are more likely to start themselves.

October 07, 2025 by reuters.com

At least 15 million people aged 13 to 15 use e-cigarettes globally, with young people on average nine times more likely to vape than adults in countries with data, the World Health Organization said on Monday. In its first global estimate of e-cigarette use, the WHO said more than 100 million people worldwide are now vaping, including at least 86 million adults, mostly in high-income countries.

October 06, 2025 by exposetobacco.org

Nicotine, a stimulant found in tobacco and e-cigarettes, has immediate effects on heart rate and blood pressure, with long-term risks including heart issues. Research hints at a potential role in cancer progression. Even handling tobacco can cause symptoms. In children, nicotine ingestion can lead to confusion, vomiting, and, in high doses, be fatal. Adolescent exposure can harm brain development, affecting attention and mood regulation. Nicotine's popularity among young people has led to a rise in ingestion incidents. Protecting children and adolescents from nicotine exposure is crucial due to its harmful effects on health and brain development.

October 06, 2025 by euractiv.com

Europeans are lagging behind UN targets for quitting cigarettes and tobacco, with women especially finding it hard to stop, according to a new report by the World Health Organization tracking global trends. On Monday, the WHO released a paper on the global state of tobacco use, which found that while Europeans are overall smoking less than they were in 2000, it remains the leading region for tobacco use in 2024, with almost a quarter (23.5%) of the population still smoking.