Public Health Madness

April 24, 2026 by planetofthevapes.co.uk

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Public Health Madness

Concerns over public health policies are intensifying as critics question the direction of nicotine regulation. A controversial report has been accused of misrepresenting scientific evidence on nicotine and its effects. Experts argue that key claims—such as equating vaping with smoking risks—are unsupported or misleading. The debate highlights tensions between regulatory approaches and harm reduction strategies, particularly in Europe. At its core lies a broader question of whether current policies are driven by evidence or ideology.


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9.30% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 100.2 million current smokers in India 16.70% of men are current smokers but only 1.40% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR

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