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October 08, 2024 by smokefreesweden.org
Danish Pouch Restrictions Will Drive 150,000 Back to Smoking
Proposed Danish regulations may effectively ban 90% of nicotine pouches, pushing ex-smokers back to cigarettes, warn experts. Restrictions include flavours and capping nicotine levels far below international standards. Oral nicotine pouches are a safer alternative to smoking, with Sweden's successful harm reduction model showing a 55% smoking decrease. Denmark aims to outlaw 'king-size' cigarettes but limits nicotine in pouches. Experts urge for a progressive approach like Sweden's, emphasizing the importance of reduced-risk products in combating tobacco use. The proposals risk making pouches less appealing than cigarettes, hindering smokers' transition to safer options.
October 01, 2024 by nih.gov
If there had been no snus in Sweden: the impact of snus on mortality attributable to smoking
In Sweden, there has been a massive transition from cigarette smoking to snus, the Swedish kind of low-toxicity oral tobacco. This product poses very little health risk compared to cigarettes, as illustrated by the fact that males in Sweden have Europe's lowest level of mortality attributable to smoking. The current investigation estimates how high the smoking-attributable mortality in Sweden would have been if there had been no snus in Sweden. It is made up by comparisons between observed Swedish data and two scenarios without snus: a group of comparable countries, and, a hypothetical Sweden with no snus use. Both comparisons suggest that around 3000 lives per year have been saved by the use of snus in Sweden.
August 29, 2024 by capitalfm.co.ke
Don’t Deny Smokers Their Best Opportunity to Prevent Disease
Reduced-risk tobacco-free products, such as vapes and nicotine pouches, are proven to be the most successful tool for helping smokers make the critical switch from traditional cigarettes to less harmful alternatives. These innovative products offer a lifeline to millions, providing a way to satisfy nicotine cravings without exposing users to the carcinogens and harmful toxins found in combustible tobacco. Yet, some opponents seem intent on overlooking this lifesaving potential, fixating instead on a misguided opposition to anything related to nicotine consumption. It is crucial to (...)
August 20, 2024 by vapingpost.com
The Successful Strategy Making Sweden Smokefree Still Ignored by Some
A recent report presented to Sweden's Minister of Social Affairs and Public Health, is recommending setting restrictions on nicotine pouches in a way which would make them inaccessible also to adult users, not just teens.
August 20, 2024 by tribuneonlineng.com
Smoking: Advocating the Swedish Experience
As the world continues to grapple with the devastating health impacts of smoking, countries like Nigeria must consider Sweden’s groundbreaking approach to tobacco harm reduction. Sweden’s model has revolutionised the fight against smoking, and there are invaluable lessons to be learned. Recent research highlights the effectiveness of various alternative products. Among respondents, 60 percent perceive Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) as the most effective alternative product, while (...)
August 16, 2024 by businessday.ng
A consumer-friendly harm reduction approach works better than one-size-fits-all policies
Sweden's successful harm reduction model, including the use of Snus and other nicotine alternatives, has significantly reduced smoking rates and associated health risks. Nigeria can learn from Sweden by increasing accessibility, acceptability, and affordability of harm reduction products to tackle its high smoking rates. With nearly 30,000 smoking-related deaths in 2022 and 4.5 million current smokers, Nigeria faces a pressing public health challenge. Emulating Sweden's approach could lead to improved outcomes and a smoke-free future. The Swedish model's success underscores the need for diverse cessation options, public awareness campaigns, and reduced taxes on safer nicotine products.
August 09, 2024 by consideratepouchers.org
Oppose the Nicotine Limits to Pouches in Sweden Now!
In March, Inga-Lill Askersjö submitted a report to Sweden's Minister of Social Affairs regarding harm reduction strategies for nicotine products. The report suggests limiting nicotine content in pouches, measuring nicotine per gram, and creating nicotine-free schools. However, these proposals could limit access for adults and reduce the effectiveness of nicotine pouches for smoking cessation. The report overlooks harm reduction benefits and could increase the appeal of nicotine among minors.
August 08, 2024 by onlinearabnews.com
Dr. Carl Fagerstrom writes: “No smoking… less harmful”
Despite consuming nicotine at similar rates as other European countries, Swedes have reduced health risks by favoring alternative nicotine products over traditional smoking. Research confirms the benefits, leading to a 38% lower tobacco-related death rate for Swedish men. Acknowledging nicotine's role, Sweden promotes safer nicotine consumption without banning it entirely. This approach challenges misconceptions about nicotine causing cancer and highlights the importance of harm reduction in tobacco use. Dr. Carl Fagerstrom's report, ‘No Smoke, Less Harmful,’ advocates for a global shift towards harm reduction to save lives and emphasizes that smoke, not nicotine, poses the real health threat.
August 08, 2024 by onlinearabnews.com
Dr. Carl Fagerstrom writes: “No smoking… less harmful”
Despite consuming nicotine at similar rates as other European countries, Swedes have reduced health risks by favoring alternative nicotine products over traditional smoking. Research confirms the benefits, leading to a 38% lower tobacco-related death rate for Swedish men. Acknowledging nicotine's role, Sweden promotes safer nicotine consumption without banning it entirely. This approach challenges misconceptions about nicotine causing cancer and highlights the importance of harm reduction in tobacco use. Dr. Carl Fagerstrom's report, ‘No Smoke, Less Harmful,’ advocates for a global shift towards harm reduction to save lives and emphasizes that smoke, not nicotine, poses the real health threat.
August 08, 2024 by onlinearabnews.com
Dr. Carl Fagerstrom writes: “No smoking… less harmful”
Despite consuming nicotine at similar rates as other European countries, Swedes have reduced health risks by favoring alternative nicotine products over traditional smoking. Research confirms the benefits, leading to a 38% lower tobacco-related death rate for Swedish men. Acknowledging nicotine's role, Sweden promotes safer nicotine consumption without banning it entirely. This approach challenges misconceptions about nicotine causing cancer and highlights the importance of harm reduction in tobacco use. Dr. Carl Fagerstrom's report, ‘No Smoke, Less Harmful,’ advocates for a global shift towards harm reduction to save lives and emphasizes that smoke, not nicotine, poses the real health threat.