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September 22, 2025 by cbc.ca

Local health officials are concerned about the increasing trend of teen vaping, with some young people even turning to cigarettes to curb their high-potency nicotine addiction. Issues of vaping on school premises are widespread, with many students facing warnings and fines. The deceptive marketing of vapes, coupled with the high nicotine content, poses risks of addiction and health problems. Efforts are being made to combat youth vaping rates through education, enforcement, and regulation. It is crucial for parents to educate their children early on the dangers of vaping. The complex intervention approach involves multiple strategies to address the issue effectively. Despite regulations, online sales of vapes and discreet product designs remain challenges for enforcement.

September 18, 2025 by nationalpost.com

Health Canada is conducting its third review of the Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TVPA), but critics argue the current approach to nicotine regulation is failing. Smoking in Canada remains at 11.4% in 2023, decreasing too slowly compared to Sweden’s 5%, achieved through promoting harm reduction tools like snus and nicotine pouches, which are far less harmful than cigarettes. Instead of higher taxes or bans, experts suggest amending the TVPA to encourage harm reduction products.

September 18, 2025 by regulatorwatch.com

Donald Trump promised to save vaping. Twice. Once during his first term and again before winning the 2024 election. But in 2025, America’s vapers are feeling burned. Instead of delivering on his promise, Trump’s FDA staged the largest vape seizure in U.S. history while fast-tracking Big Tobacco’s nicotine pouches.

September 18, 2025 by regulatorwatch.com

Donald Trump promised to save vaping. Twice. Once during his first term and again before winning the 2024 election. But in 2025, America’s vapers are feeling burned. Instead of delivering on his promise, Trump’s FDA staged the largest vape seizure in U.S. history while fast-tracking Big Tobacco’s nicotine pouches.

September 18, 2025 by regulatorwatch.com

Donald Trump promised to save vaping. Twice. Once during his first term and again before winning the 2024 election. But in 2025, America’s vapers are feeling burned. Instead of delivering on his promise, Trump’s FDA staged the largest vape seizure in U.S. history while fast-tracking Big Tobacco’s nicotine pouches.

September 17, 2025 by upi.com

U.S. health officials are focusing on reducing youth vaping due to the popularity of e-cigarettes among young people. The Surgeon General's office unveiled a guide to address rising e-cigarette use in America's youth. Vaping is harming children's health, leading to nicotine addiction and potential gateway to smoking. Health officials emphasize the dangers of nicotine in vape products on brain development and overall health. Despite federal efforts, illegal sales of vaping products persist, fueled by targeted marketing to youth. The FDA is seizing illegal vapes and advocating for stricter enforcement to protect American children. Efforts to combat youth vaping include legislative action and unified initiatives.

September 11, 2025 by vaping360.com

New York State authorities led a crackdown named "Operation Vapers’ Dozen" targeting online vape sellers, resulting in 12 arrests and 38 charges for violating vape laws. The businesses faced charges for selling vapor products unlawfully. The state had banned flavored vapes and all online vape sales in 2020. Governor Kathy Hochul expressed holding these companies accountable for targeting youth. The state has been strict on vaping, with Democrats like Gov. Hochul and former Gov. Cuomo supporting anti-vaping policies. New York City Mayor Eric Adams also launched actions against vape distributors. Online vape sales are restricted in several U.S. states, including Arkansas, Hawaii, and Utah.

September 08, 2025 by reuters.com

The U.S. FDA will launch a pilot program to fast-track reviews of nicotine pouches from four major tobacco companies — Philip Morris International, Altria, Reynolds American, and Turning Point Brands. The goal is to complete assessments by December, a significant acceleration compared to the years-long approval process seen in the past. Products like PMI’s new Zyn Ultra are awaiting clearance, while FDA authorization would also legitimize items already on the market and reduce enforcement risks.

September 08, 2025 by thedailytexan.com

Texas now prohibits the marketing and sale of most disposable e-cigarette products, including THC vapes, under Senate Bill 2024, effective from Sept. 1. The law targets products designed to appeal to minors and those produced in certain countries. Despite concerns about impacting businesses like The Glassmith, some individuals like Andrés Valdez rely on THC and vapes for medical reasons. Critics, including Tyler Varisco, question the ban's effectiveness in managing substance use. Meanwhile, students like Matthew Handojo highlight the potential risks of obtaining vapes from unregulated sources.

September 05, 2025 by westword.com

Denver's ban on flavored tobacco products, signed by Mayor Mike Johnston, targets vapes, e-cigarettes, and menthol cigarettes, with full enforcement set for January 1, 2026. Supporters argue these products are marketed to youth and minority communities. A coalition is pushing to repeal the ban, collecting over 17,000 signatures. Proponents, such as health organizations, formed Denver Kids vs Big Tobacco to promote the ban. Critics, led by the Rocky Mountain Smoke Free Alliance, advocate for stricter regulations instead. The ban's fate will be determined by voters this November, shaping Denver's stance against the tobacco industry. The move follows a vetoed 2021 ban and aligns Denver with other Colorado cities combatting flavored tobacco.