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January 08, 2025 by medicalxpress.com

A study focused on helping people quit vaping suggests that varenicline and text message-based interventions are effective. Cochrane reviews indicate a preference for e-cigarettes over traditional nicotine replacement therapies. Programs using text messages seem beneficial for young people, while varenicline shows potential for adults. However, more research is needed due to limited studies. The study emphasizes the importance of finding safe ways to quit vaping, especially for those who are transitioning from smoking. Ongoing research is crucial to explore and recommend effective strategies for different populations aiming to quit vaping, with a focus on continuous review and updates.

January 08, 2025 by gfn.tv

In the second episode of our UK Tobacco and Vape Bill special, Martin Cullip highlights the potential consequences of this latest legislation, and asks, is the UK at risk of damaging its world-leading tobacco harm reduction record?

January 07, 2025 by planetofthevapes.co.uk

The Department for Health and Social Care is allocating an extra £70 million in 2025-2026 to support local stop smoking services, aiming to create a smoke-free generation. Funding is distributed to areas based on smoking prevalence, targeting those with the highest rates. Local authorities must meet specific criteria to receive this funding. The National Centre for Smoking Cessation and Training offers guidance for delivering effective stop smoking services.

January 07, 2025 by youtube.com

In this insightful interview, Bryan Steenkamp, a dedicated Social Media Executive and Content Creator, sits down with Kurt Yeo and Martin Cullip to discuss the vital role of harm reduction in smoking cessation. Bryan, a former smoker turned advocate, draws from his experience in the vaping industry to relay medical and harm reduction research, helping thousands quit smoking and pursue healthier lives.

January 07, 2025 by bristolpost.co.uk

Community members enjoy exclusive offers and ads, while a doctor warns vapers about high nicotine levels in pods. Dr. Karan Rajan cautions that vaping may not aid in quitting smoking as commonly believed, with each pod potentially equaling a pack of cigarettes in nicotine content. He also highlights the allure of flavors that may attract young non-smokers. Vaping's quit-smoking success rate is low, and UK plans are in place to ban disposable vapes soon. While vaping is advised for adult smokers trying to quit, it is harmful for youth due to their vulnerability. The NHS emphasizes vaping's risks and the need for age restrictions on vaping products.

January 06, 2025 by spectrumlocalnews.com

The American Cancer Society aims to raise Maine's cigarette tax by $2 per pack to reduce smoking rates and generate $48 million annually. They also advocate for insurance coverage of specialized cancer testing, urging carriers to cover the cost of biomarker testing. This testing helps identify effective cancer treatments. Despite opposition from health plans, the tax increase could yield nearly $100 million yearly, addressing the state's budget shortfall. Maine has not increased the cigarette tax in 20 years, but the ACS believes this is key to reducing smoking-related health costs and preventing youth smoking.

January 06, 2025 by inform.kz

Several countries, including Australia, Turkey, Singapore, Mexico, India, Brazil, the Maldives, and Thailand, have banned travelers from bringing e-cigarettes due to health concerns, particularly the risk of irreversible lung damage. Recently, Hong Kong also prohibited e-cigarettes. In Vietnam, e-cigarette users face fines of up to 2 million dong (~$78.50), while individuals involved in importing, trading, transporting, or producing e-cigarettes and related materials can face fines of up to 3 billion dong or 15 years in prison, depending on the offense's scale.

January 06, 2025 by news-medical.net

Switching from conventional cigarettes to e-cigarettes shows potential for improving respiratory health, especially in reducing smoking-related symptoms. A recent study suggested that transitioning entirely to e-cigarettes might alleviate these symptoms. Analysis from the Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health study waves 2-6 revealed that individuals who switched to e-cigarettes or quit smoking completely experienced symptom improvement, compared to those who continued smoking conventional cigarettes. Factors like age, race, and comorbidities influenced respiratory health outcomes. While further research is needed to confirm these findings, the study highlights the short-term benefits of transitioning to e-cigarettes for smokers struggling to quit and emphasizes the need for long-term health investigations.

January 06, 2025 by clinmedjournals.org

Cigarette smoking is highly prevalent in Nigeria, and while most smokers are aware of its harmful effects and express a desire to quit, they often struggle to do so successfully. Tobacco harm reduction (THR) products, such as electronic cigarettes, have shown promise in aiding smoking cessation. Integrating patent medicine vendors (PMVs), who play a significant role in public health initiatives in Nigeria, could enhance the accessibility of THR products to smokers. A study was conducted in Ebonyi State, Nigeria, using a convergent mixed-methods design to assess PMVs' knowledge and attitudes toward THR. Data were collected through a cross-sectional survey of 320 PMVs and in-depth interviews (IDIs) with 25 PMVs. Findings revealed low awareness and poor knowledge of THR among PMVs. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Pearson's chi-square tests, while qualitative data were analyzed thematically.

January 03, 2025 by gfn.tv

Francisco Ordoñez, President of ASOVAPE Columbia, gives us a rundown of a year of significant change in the regulation of safer nicotine products, and gives his hopes and wishes for tobacco harm reduction in 2025!