VAPING NEWS

UK's Tobacco and Vapes Bill: What the Proposed Ban Means for the Future of Smoking and Vaping In 2024, the United Kingdom made headlines by introducing the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, a bold piece of legislation designed to create a smoke-free generation and tighten regulations around vaping. If passed, the bill would introduce some of the strictest tobacco control laws in the...

The popularity of vaping continues to rise, but recent findings highlight a critical trend: LGBTQ individuals are using electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) at significantly higher rates than their heterosexual counterparts. According to a report by the U.S. Surgeon General, this pattern spans across LGBTQ adults and youth, sparking conversations about health disparities, targeted marketing, and the role of vaping within these communities. This...

The Canadian government’s push for a flavor ban on vaping products is intended to address youth vaping concerns, but the policy misses the mark. While the goal of reducing underage vaping is noble, this approach could do more harm than good. By examining the broader impact of such bans and exploring alternative strategies, it's clear that enforcing age regulations—not restricting flavors—is the...

Tobacco Companies Urge Quebec to Create ACCES Vapotage: A Balanced Response to Illegal Vaping Products In November 2023, Quebec implemented a bold public health policy by banning the sale of flavored vaping products, allowing only tobacco-flavored and unflavored options. This decision aimed to tackle the rising popularity of vaping among young people, who are often drawn to sweet and fruity vape flavors....