With over a decade of experience in the e-cigarette industry, Matthew Ma is a seasoned expert in both the manufacturing and usage aspects of vaping products. His extensive background has provided him with a deep understanding of the intricacies and evolving dynamics of e-cigarettes.
Pittsburgh City Council members are introducing new legislation to change the city’s zoning code and limit where new vape and smoke shops can open. Councilman Bobby Wilson, a sponsor of the bill, stated the move is a response to the rapid proliferation of these businesses, which he says are “ruining Downtown” and other neighborhoods.
The York City Council is scheduled to vote Tuesday on a new ordinance that would impose significant restrictions on where new vape and smoke shops can operate. The proposal aims to limit youth exposure to these products by creating buffer zones around sensitive areas.
The Malaysian state of Penang will follow the federal government’s strategy of implementing vape regulations in stages, rather than imposing an immediate total ban, to avoid driving demand into an uncontrolled black market. State Youth, Sports and Health Committee Chairman Daniel Gooi stated that Penang will adhere to the Health Ministry’s phased enforcement of the […]
Young adult smokers aged 18 to 24 who correctly perceive vaping as less harmful than smoking traditional tobacco are more likely to successfully quit cigarettes, according to a new British study published in the Oxford Academic journal, Nicotine & Tobacco Research. The six-year cohort study, which followed over 3,000 young adults in England, provides significant evidence […]
West Virginia has the highest rate of teen vaping in the United States, with 27.5% of its high school students reporting current e-cigarette use, according to a recent survey by Legacy Healing Center. This figure is nearly 10% higher than the national average of 18.03% and highlights a significant public health challenge for the state.
Vietnam is intensifying its efforts to create more smoke-free public spaces, particularly in hotels and restaurants, as a dual strategy to protect public health and enhance its appeal as a sustainable tourism destination. With over 104,000 tobacco-related deaths annually and an estimated 15 million smokers, the country is focusing on smoke-free environments as a crucial […]
In the Sunshine State, where medical marijuana has become an accepted part of the healthcare landscape and discussions around recreational use continue, a critical question for many residents and visitors is: “Can you get a DUI for driving while high?” The answer is an unequivocal and resounding yes. Florida law is clear and strict: driving […]
A new state law in Wisconsin, which took effect on September 1st, has dramatically reshaped the state’s vaping market, leading to empty shelves, fears of widespread business closures, and a federal lawsuit from the local vape industry. The law, part of a sweeping 2023 bill that overhauled various regulations, effectively bans the sale of most […]
Belgium is set to ban smoking and vaping on the outdoor terraces of cafés and restaurants starting January 1, 2027. The decision, approved by the Council of Ministers, is part of a broader anti-tobacco strategy championed by Health Minister Frank Vandenbroucke. The new rules will also eliminate designated smoking areas in airports, restaurants, and cigar […]
Hong Kong’s Legislative Council has passed a comprehensive new tobacco control bill with an overwhelming majority vote (74 to one, with seven abstentions). The Tobacco Control Legislation (Amendment) Bill 2025 introduces a series of stringent measures aimed at further reducing the city’s smoking rate, which stood at 9.1% in 2023.