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November 27, 2024 by koreatimes.co.kr

Korea plans to tighten regulations on synthetic nicotine e-cigarettes, considering their harmful health effects. The government aims to redefine tobacco products to include vapes using synthetic nicotine, as currently, only those made from tobacco leaves are regulated. Recent bills proposed at the National Assembly seek to bridge legal loopholes regarding such products. The Ministry of Health supports these efforts to raise awareness about the dangers of synthetic nicotine, known to be as addictive as heroin.

November 27, 2024 by straitstimes.com

The Ministry of Health and Welfare in Seoul supports a legislative proposal for health warnings on e-cigarettes. Various Bills aim to amend tobacco regulations to include e-cigarettes, addressing marketing and tax loopholes. Proposed changes include warning labels on devices and advertising restrictions to reduce appeal to youth. Despite e-cigarettes' popularity, regulations struggle to keep pace. Youth e-cigarette use has increased, with many transitioning to regular cigarettes. The Ministry's endorsement signifies a move towards stricter controls on new tobacco products.

November 25, 2024 by koreaherald.com

The Ministry of Health and Welfare supports a legislative proposal for health warnings on e-cigarettes. Various bills aim to amend the National Health Promotion Act regarding e-cigarettes and tobacco products, proposing warnings and advertising restrictions. E-cigarette regulations lag behind their increasing usage, and they are not taxed like traditional tobacco products. Studies show a rise in youth e-cigarette use, with many transitioning to regular cigarettes. Warning labels and restrictions are proposed to combat their appeal to young people, as they are sold with fewer regulations compared to traditional tobacco products.

October 29, 2024 by clearingtheair.eu

Switching to vaping or quitting smoking altogether reduces fatal cardiac events in heart disease patients, a South Korean study reveals. Published in the European Heart Journal, the research emphasizes the benefits of e-cigarettes in reducing Major Adverse Coronary Events (MACE). Of the patients studied, those who switched to vaping or quit smoking had lower MACE rates compared to smokers. Success rates varied with only 40.7% quitting smoking after treatment for coronary artery disease (CAD). The study concludes that vaping is a viable alternative for patients struggling to quit smoking post-treatment. The findings challenge misconceptions about nicotine's impact on heart health and suggest considering vaping as a cessation aid for smokers unable to quit completely.

September 03, 2024 by inquirer.net

A South Korean study supports heated tobacco products (HTPs) as a tool for smokers to quit, reducing harmful chemicals without increasing smoking initiation. The innovation delivers nicotine without combustion, eliminating toxic smoke. Researchers found no gateway effect to smoking with HTPs, highlighting a potential harm reduction tool for adult smokers. Smoke-free products like HTPs have played a role in transitioning nearly a million former smokers in the Philippines. The study also noted trends in user demographics and market growth in Korea, suggesting public health benefits from HTP adoption. Policymakers can use these findings to shape tobacco regulations and taxation.

July 25, 2024 by dailynewsegypt.com

A recent research study conducted by experts at the Korea Institute for Industrial Economics and Trade revealed that the majority of heated tobacco product users were previously smokers of traditional cigarettes before switching to newer products that heat tobacco instead of burning it.

July 25, 2024 by dailynewsegypt.com

A recent research study conducted by experts at the Korea Institute for Industrial Economics and Trade revealed that the majority of heated tobacco product users were previously smokers of traditional cigarettes before switching to newer products that heat tobacco instead of burning it.

July 24, 2024 by arqam.news

A recent research study conducted by experts at the Korea Institute for Industrial Economics and Trade revealed that the majority of heated tobacco product users were previously smokers of traditional cigarettes before switching to newer products that heat tobacco instead of burning it.

May 17, 2024 by tobaccoreporter.com

South Korea plans to regulate synthetic nicotine as tobacco by amending the Tobacco Business Act. Currently, the Act does not cover e-cigarette liquids made from synthetic nicotine, leading to a lack of product regulations including health warnings and taxes. The Ministry of Health and Welfare and the Ministry of Economy and Finance will work together on the revisions. The move comes after an announcement by BAT regarding a potential synthetic nicotine product release in South Korea. The growing popularity of e-cigarettes in the country has prompted the need for updated legislation to address this trend.

April 22, 2021 by koreatimes.co.kr

The number of underage smokers and drinkers in Korea dropped significantly last year compared to the previous year, recent data from the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) showed. The KDCA suggests this was a result of the decreased number of days where children attend school and reduced activities with peers amid the COVID-19 outbreak. [...] The figures represent the percentage of students who smoked at least one cigarette in the 30 days prior to the survey. The KDCA surveyed 54,948 students from 800 middle and high schools nationwide.