Entries by Matthew Ma

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Canada Reaches $23B Settlement in Big Tobacco Lawsuits

A Canadian court has approved a plan to settle long-running tobacco lawsuits in the country. As part of the settlement, the Canadian units of three major tobacco companies – Philip Morris, British American Tobacco, and Japan Tobacco – will pay a staggering C$32.5 billion (approximately $22.67 billion USD) to resolve the legal disputes that have […]

Ohio Lawmakers Propose Restricting Delta-8 and CBD Sales

Ohio lawmakers are considering a new bill that would significantly restrict the sale of most ingestible and intoxicating hemp products, including Delta-8 THC and certain CBD products. Senate Bill 86, introduced by Republican Senator Steve Huffman, would require these products to be sold exclusively in marijuana dispensaries, with limited exceptions for lotions, salves, and certain […]

Bulgaria Ranks Second in EU for Smoking Rates and Heart Disease Deaths

Bulgaria is facing a public health crisis, as recent statistics reveal the country has the second-highest smoking rate in the European Union (EU). This alarming trend has led to Bulgaria also ranking second in the EU for mortality from cardiovascular diseases, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive tobacco control measures.

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Indonesian Vape Tax Stamp Purchases Hit Rp2.8T in 2024

The Indonesian Personal Vaporizer Association (APVI) has reported a remarkable 50% increase in electronic cigarette tax stamp purchases, reaching an impressive Rp2.8 trillion in 2024. This substantial growth is a testament to the rapid expansion of the electronic cigarette industry, driven by strong demand from both domestic and international markets.

Vapes Prove Effective in Helping Smokers Quit, According to Health Experts

In the ongoing battle against the harmful effects of traditional cigarettes, a growing body of scientific evidence suggests that electronic cigarettes, or vapes, are emerging as one of the most effective tools for smoking cessation. The Cochrane Library, a renowned global resource for healthcare decision-making, has recently compiled the findings of 88 studies conducted between […]

Illegal Flavored Disposable Vape Sales in the U.S. Reach $2.4 Billion in 2024

Sales of unauthorized, flavored disposable vapes in the United States amounted to approximately $2.4 billion in 2024, representing 35% of the e-cigarette market in outlets such as convenience stores and supermarkets, according to private retail sales data reviewed by Reuters. The data, provided by an industry source outside of the market research firm Circana, shows […]

South Carolina Senators Revive Effort to Create Vaping Registry

South Carolina senators are once again attempting to tackle the issue of children’s access to illegal vapes by proposing a bill that would create a registry of vapes and e-cigarettes approved for sale in the state. The bill, which was sent to the Senate floor on Thursday, would base the registry on products that have […]