The rise of vaping has brought unintended environmental challenges. Disposable vapes especially, have been contributing to concerning levels of electronic and plastic waste, while improper disposal of vaping products in general, harms ecosystems through the spread of dangerous chemicals. Vape batteries for instance, may leak toxic metals and pods contain hazardous materials unsuitable for regular ..read more

Compact and Stylish The Vinci Spark 100 kit is a remarkable device, emphasizing its look with the integration of LEDs in a decorative panel. The box mod is user-friendly, and paired with the UForce X Nano clearomizer, it offers high-quality flavors. A must-try kit for direct inhalation enthusiasts. Mod dimensions 33 x 28 x 90 ..read more

A pod with comfortable battery life With its 3000 mAh battery, the Digi Max R ensures vapers won’t run out of power throughout the day. Its 5 ml cartridge is equally practical, quickly eliminating the need for frequent refills. Add to that a wide selection of coils and cartridges, and the Digi Max R is a ..read more

The University of Wisconsin (UW) has secured a $5.7 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to conduct a five-year study examining the long-term impact of vaping on heart and lung health. Called “Vape Check,” the study aims to provide the most comprehensive evidence to date on how vaping affects cardiovascular and pulmonary ..read more

Since 2016, vaping products and/or e-cigarettes have been classified as tobacco products, subject to the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) oversight under the Tobacco Control Act of 2009. Manufacturers must demonstrate their products provide a net public health benefit, such as aiding smokers in transitioning away from traditional cigarettes, without posing undue risks to youth ..read more

The New Zealand government has actively supported vaping as a cessation tool, emphasizing its benefits through resources like the Vaping Facts website. Health authorities, including Smokefree New Zealand, endorse vaping for individuals looking to quit smoking, citing research that positions vaping as significantly safer than traditional cigarettes. With regards to the new scheme, Associate Health ..read more

A trend towards stricter measures on vaping products in Europe, is sparking concern among tobacco harm reduction (THR) advocates. Proposed restrictions include higher taxes, flavour bans, and stricter advertising rules. Critics warn that such policies could undermine smoking cessation efforts, limit access to safer alternatives, and inadvertently fuel black markets, risking public health and consumer ..read more

Swedish Match North America (SMNA), a subsidiary of Philip Morris International (PMI), has agreed to pay $1.2 million to resolve allegations of violating Washington D.C.’s flavoured tobacco ban. The D.C. attorney general accused SMNA of enabling online sales of flavoured Zyn nicotine pouches (NPs) to consumers in the district which continued until June 30th, 2024 ..read more

Sadly, widespread misinformation about teen vaping trends has been shaping public opinion, distorting policy debates, and misrepresenting the true scope of youth vaping. Professor of Public Health and Community Medicine Dr. Michael Siegel recently wrote an article about Parents Against Vaping E-Cigarettes (PAVE), a group which has come under scrutiny for spreading false information regarding ..read more

By now it is widely and officially accepted that since the arrival of vaping products on the market, and resulting increase in vaping, smoking rates among adolescents and young adults have decreased drastically. However, this is not the case among adults aged 55 and older. In fact, the persistent prevalence of smoking within this age ..read more