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March 17, 2025 by vapingpost.com

Chile's Law No. 21.642 recognizes harm reduction benefits of vaping and nicotine pouches, adopting smart regulations unlike neighboring countries. The law separates novel products from tobacco, limiting nicotine content at 45 mg/ml, contrasting the EU's 20 mg/ml cap. Other Latin American nations like Argentina, Venezuela, and Mexico lean towards prohibition despite evidence showing vaping is safer than smoking. Argentina's ineffective ban contradicts policies allowing other nicotine products, while Venezuela's restrictions haven't reduced smoking rates. Mexico's recent ban on e-cigarettes and fentanyl aims to tackle public health concerns. These examples illustrate the debate between ideology and evidence-based regulations in harm reduction strategies.

March 17, 2025 by weareinnovation.global

Chile's Law No. 21.642 sets clear rules for electronic nicotine systems, emphasizing consumer rights and health. In contrast, Argentina's prohibitionist policies hinder harm reduction despite global success stories like Sweden and Japan. The evidence-backed Chilean model offers a balanced approach, promoting smart regulation over prohibition. Argentina's current stance on vaping contradicts its economic vision while global trends favor harm reduction strategies. The potential benefits of embracing innovative nicotine products are evident in countries like Japan and England. Argentina faces a crucial decision to adopt evidence-based policies or risk falling behind in public health and innovation efforts.

March 13, 2025 by weareinnovation.global

Chile's Law No. 21.642 sets clear rules for electronic nicotine delivery systems, offering a balanced model for public health and consumer rights. In contrast, Argentina's prohibitionist stance lags behind global harm reduction trends. The Swedish approach, emphasizing accessibility, acceptability, and affordability, has drastically reduced smoking rates. Argentina's paradoxical restrictions on vaping conflict with its economic deregulation efforts. Successful examples in Japan, the UK, and the US highlight the benefits of embracing harm-reducing alternatives to smoking. Argentina faces a choice between outdated prohibition and evidence-based regulation, as seen in Chile's progressive approach. Embracing innovation is crucial for reducing smoking rates and improving public health outcomes.

October 09, 2024 by gfn.tv

Despite a total ban on vapes in Brazil, even the authorities are confused about the precise regulations prohibiting vapes. Meanwhile consumers fight for regulation that will combat the risk of contraband vapes in the country. Joining us today is Alexandro Lucian, a journalist, specialist researcher in THR and president of Direta, a non-governmental consumers organisation focused on tobacco harm reduction, to bring us all the latest updates from Brazil!

September 02, 2024 by filtermag.org

A Brazilian speech therapist faced airport security confiscating his new nicotine vape, causing financial and emotional distress. Brazil and other countries are emulating forceful tobacco control policies, impacting vape users. In Brazil, regulations on vapes have sparked protests, culminating in a flight ban then reversal after public outcry. Confusion arose from discrepancies between health and aviation authorities. International influence and funding contribute to anti-vaping measures. Brazil faces challenges balancing regulations with consumer needs. The reversal of the flight ban in Brazil sets a precedent for advocacy in other countries.

August 28, 2024 by vapingpost.com

Brazil may be finally regulating vaping products, lifting a ban which has been in place since 2009. This is significant given that this is the largest country in a continent which tends to lean towards vape prohibition.

June 03, 2024 by eleconomista.com.ar

El 30 de mayo, Día Mundial del Vapeo, representa una oportunidad crucial para enfrentar el tabaquismo de manera efectiva. En Argentina, sin embargo, las alternativas al cigarrillo que eliminan la combustión y son menos dañinas están prohibidas. Esto priva a los fumadores de opciones válidas que podrían ayudarles a dejar el hábito, a diferencia de otros países donde estas opciones están disponibles. A nivel mundial, hay 1300 millones de fumadores, 7 millones de ellos en Argentina. Desafortunadamente, la mayoría de ellos no dejará de fumar, lo que resulta en 45.000 muertes anuales en Argentina debido a enfermedades relacionadas con el tabaquismo.

May 01, 2024 by planetofthevapes.co.uk

International health experts back the global initiative Quit Like Sweden, inspired by Sweden's success in eradicating smoking, to prevent premature deaths worldwide. The initiative promotes adopting safer alternatives like snus and vapes to achieve smoke-free status. Research indicates that replicating Sweden's approach can save millions of lives globally, with Brazil potentially saving 1.4 million lives through similar strategies. The founder, Suely Castro, aims to empower individuals worldwide to take control of their health by embracing harm reduction practices to combat smoking-related diseases.

April 29, 2024 by gfn.tv

Colombia has recently introduced new vaping regulations which have effectively equated vapes with tobacco products. In the name of reducing youth access to vapes, have the government sidelined smokers in the process? Joining us to explore this in today's episode is Francisco Ordóñez, founder and president of Asovape Colombia.

April 24, 2024 by brazilreports.com

Brazil's Anvisa board maintained the ban on e-cigarette sales due to concerns about increasing use among youth, lack of long-term health studies, and addictive potential. Anvisa emphasized the need for stricter enforcement and educational campaigns against vaping. The Brazilian Medical Association supported the ban, citing the risks of nicotine and toxic substances in vapes on lung health. Conversely, the tobacco industry criticized the decision, arguing that regulation, not prohibition, is the solution. The debate continues in the Senate on regulating electronic cigarettes in Brazil. Despite pressure from manufacturers, Anvisa stands firm on the vape ban, aligning with WHO recommendations.