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October 27, 2025 by cphpost.dk

A study by Analyse & Tal for netstof.dk found 1,341 profiles on Snapchat, TikTok, and Reddit selling illegal nicotine products and drugs such as cannabis and cocaine. This sale is accompanied by effective communication strategies, with young people encountering attractive ads and profiles selling puff bars and drugs. Snapchat claims to monitor and remove such accounts, while Reddit and TikTok have not responded.

October 24, 2025 by regulatorwatch.com

Déjà vu in Washington. With Donald J. Trump back in the White House, public health officials, regulators, and anti-vaping activists have renewed their war on vaping — and this time, they may succeed. The FDA’s crackdown on nicotine vapes is intensifying, thousands of vape shops have closed, and vaping advocacy is struggling to survive. But déjà vu cuts both ways. The movement that once shook Washington with the “We Vape, We Vote” uprising is surging back with one mission: freedom from FDA control. At the center of this renewed fight is a familiar warrior: Tristan Thompson, Board President of the United Vapers Alliance and Head of The Vaping Legion.

October 24, 2025 by thecritic.co.uk

The article criticizes the World Health Organization’s upcoming Conference of the Parties (COP) to the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, describing it as a secretive and extreme anti-smoking event. It claims that government-funded “anti-nicotine zealots” meet to create harsh tobacco control measures. Among the proposed ideas are bans on cigarette filters and smoking in private homes, which the author calls excessive and unreasonable forms of prohibition.

October 24, 2025 by clivebates.com

The passage argues that the best way to achieve the goals of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) is to make nicotine use safer by shifting from smoking to low-risk, smoke-free nicotine products. Despite years of tobacco control, over a billion people still use nicotine, and millions die annually from smoking. Since nicotine use is likely to continue, the focus should be on reducing smoking through tobacco harm reduction — encouraging the use of safer alternatives rather than trying to eliminate nicotine entirely.

October 24, 2025 by healthandcare.scot

Scotland's smoking rates have plateaued, raising concerns about NHS cessation service funding transparency. While 14% of Scots still smoke, funding for cessation services has decreased. ASH Scotland urges the government to reveal spending details to drive progress in achieving a tobacco-free Scotland by 2034. Quit attempts with NHS support slightly increased, but most boards miss cessation targets. Efforts include promoting services in deprived areas, where smoking rates are highest. The Public Health Minister emphasizes the benefits of quitting and urges people to utilize free support. Collaboration with NHS and pharmacists aims to aid smokers in achieving a tobacco-free Scotland by 2034.

October 24, 2025 by financialpost.com

The article criticizes British Columbia’s new Bill 24, introduced by Attorney General Niki Sharma, which allows the government to fine and sue vaping vendors for health damages. The author argues that vaping is not a public health problem but rather a solution to smoking-related harm. They claim the bill will only stigmatize vaping and push the industry underground. The writer believes laws should focus on protecting children from nicotine addiction while allowing adults to make their own choices.

October 23, 2025 by oncology-central.com

A study showed that vaping during pregnancy in rats led to weight gain, memory loss, behavioral changes, and premature aging in the offspring. Both e-liquid and nicotine impact development, causing health consequences from early development into adulthood. The study, conducted at West Virginia University, found that vaping resulted in cognitive impairment and negative effects on brain health, with e-liquid being a key factor in blood vessel impairment. Nicotine wasn't the sole factor in harm, as vaping without it still resulted in offspring damage. The study suggests that vaping poses similar cardiovascular risks as smoking, highlighting the need for caution, especially during pregnancy.

October 23, 2025 by nypost.com

Juul Labs, tarnished by legal battles, aims for a comeback by focusing on adult smoking cessation with their new device, Juul2. Equipped with biometric safeguards and a companion app, the product targets smokers while restricting access for minors. Despite controversy and financial setbacks, investor James Sagan sees potential in Juul's resurgence. The company, once linked to youth vaping, faces regulatory challenges and mixed scientific opinions on its effectiveness. Embracing independence after Altria's exit, Juul's future hinges on Juul2's success in a competitive market. Sagan remains hopeful about Juul’s mission to address public health issues.

October 23, 2025 by tobaccoreporter.com

Swedish biotech firm Emplicure AB plans to seek U.S. approval for its quick-delivery nicotine system, Seratek, aiming to offer a more efficient smokeless alternative for adult users. Seratek released 80% of nicotine in five minutes, outperforming competitors in a recent study. Emplicure aims to file a PMTA for U.S. sales, with CEO Mattias Josander highlighting nicotine pouches as a potential public health breakthrough.

October 22, 2025 by planetofthevapes.co.uk

The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) has strongly criticized the Philippines’ new vape ban, calling it a “reckless policy” that removes safer alternatives for adult smokers. The ban on open pod systems and uncertified e-liquids has already closed compliant shops and limited consumer choices. Nancy Loucas, CAPHRA’s Executive Coordinator, argued that the government fails to distinguish between different vaping systems, demonstrating a lack of understanding that harms the public. CAPHRA also condemned the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) for not consulting consumers, leading to policies that undermine effective public health measures.