Vapes are safe alternatives to smoking. And other lies they told us
June 26, 2025 by bhekisisa.org
Vapes are safe alternatives to smoking. And other lies they told us
Smoking on planes was once normal, but tobacco control laws changed that. Now, using e-cigarettes in public places like shopping centres is becoming the new norm. As global cigarette use declines, the tobacco industry is shifting focus to products like vapes and heated tobacco. The WHO’s Global Tobacco Epidemic report, launched at the World Conference on Tobacco Control in Dublin, highlights how graphic warnings and anti-tobacco campaigns can counter this trend. The report is especially relevant for South Africa, where a long-delayed tobacco control bill—now including electronic products—is finally being reviewed by Parliament.
