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April 08, 2025 by gfn.tv

What’s it like to fight for vaping in a world hostile to tobacco harm reduction? Advocate Skip Murray opens up about the soul-crushing closure of her vape shop, the rise of media scare tactics, and why she believes kindness—not outrage—is the key to saving lives.

April 08, 2025 by standard.co.uk

Consumer behavior in purchasing drugs, including vapes, is not significantly affected by regulation. Buyers often choose unregulated vapes due to better value and convenience. For example, a 600-puff vape costs £6, while a 3,500-puff vape is priced at £12, providing more liquid for a slightly higher cost.

April 07, 2025 by telegrafi.com

Tobacco harm reduction aims to lessen the health impact of smoking. While quitting smoking is the safest option, not all smokers are ready. Smokeless alternatives like nicotine pouches offer a lower-risk choice for those unwilling to quit. Countries like Sweden lead in promoting these alternatives, such as nicotine pouches like Velo. These pouches do not contain tobacco, making them a safer option. Velo provides a modern alternative for adult smokers seeking a less harmful way to consume nicotine. It aligns with a global effort to reduce tobacco harm, although not without risks and addiction potential.

April 07, 2025 by nih.gov

Toxicological and epidemiological studies suggest that new-generation nicotine delivery products will reduce the harmful exposures associated with combustible cigarettes and toxic forms of smokeless tobacco products. However, enhanced study designs are needed to support epidemiological research that was more appropriate when the ways of consuming nicotine were limited and methods to assess causality in less than decades were unavailable. Given their different perspectives and scientific capabilities, progress in THR requires deeper and transparent engagement between industry scientists and those in academia that rigorously applies conflicts of interest norms.

April 04, 2025 by newsweek.com

Nicotine's impact on multiple sclerosis (MS) development is unclear. Research on nicotine gum's effects on MS is limited. Although smoking and vaping are harmful in MS, nicotine itself is detrimental. Nicotine gum can help quit smoking, but it's best to discontinue gum use eventually for better health.

April 04, 2025 by tobaccoasia.com

The Trump administration's potential industry-friendly stance may lead to more sensible regulation of nicotine products, benefiting the US tobacco industry. Efforts to reduce smoking rates through bans on menthol and nicotine yield reduction rules face challenges. Changes in leadership at FDA and HHS could influence tobacco regulation, possibly prioritizing tobacco harm reduction. The decline in youth vaping and smoking rates indicates the need for a well-regulated market and scientific evidence-based policies. There is hope for streamlining FDA processes and targeting illicit vape sellers. Overall, balancing regulatory pathways and cracking down on unregulated products may align with the administration's pro-business approach.

April 03, 2025 by medicalxpress.com

A study published in Addiction found that young US vapers starting after high school progress quickly to frequent use compared to those starting in high school. Late initiators are at higher risk of rapid progression and JUUL use, leading to increased nicotine and substance use. The study followed over 2,000 students, identifying four user groups, with 21% rapidly progressing in young adulthood, 14% gradually in high school, 4.3% gradually after high school, and 60% showing low initiation risk. The research calls for policies targeting both adolescence and early adulthood to reduce vaping harms.

April 03, 2025 by news-medical.net

A recent study revealed that young Americans who start vaping after high school graduate quickly progress to using e-cigarettes frequently, within about a year. Those who start vaping in high school typically take three years to reach frequent use. Late initiators, beginning around age 20, are at a higher risk of rapid progression and JUUL usage. Over 2,000 Californian students were surveyed from 9th grade (14-15 years old) until young adulthood, identifying four user groups. Researchers suggest targeting early adulthood in vaping harm reduction policies. The study underscores the impact of JUUL and highlights the risks associated with late initiation of vaping.

April 02, 2025 by gfn.tv

The gateway effect is often cited by opponents of safer nicotine products as a cautionary tale about the risks of nicotine use: that young people who use nicotine are more likely to initiate smoking. However a recent study has found key evidence that indicates this is not the case. Joining us today is Will Godfrey, editor-in-chief at Filter magazine, joins us to discuss this study and its implications for nicotine research.

April 02, 2025 by usatoday.com

Smoking was becoming trendy, with young celebrities glamorizing it. Trump's FDA and CDC cuts threaten efforts to deter tobacco use, particularly among youth. Layoffs at the FDA's Center for Tobacco Products and CDC’s smoking and health office sparked criticism from anti-tobacco groups. Concerns arise as social smoking and a vintage smoking aesthetic resurface. Experts fear the lack of regulations will worsen smoking trends and addiction risks. The move disregards progress in discouraging smoking's appeal. Advocates stress the importance of education and regulation to combat smoking's allure. The cuts may undermine decades of anti-tobacco activism, potentially normalizing smoking once again.