President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu of the Maldives has announced plans to introduce a generation ban. The announcement came during the President’s podcast, “Rayyithunnaa Eku” [With Citizens], where he discussed existing measures and future plans to control tobacco use in the country.
Read moreSweden has become the first nation to formally adopt tobacco harm reduction as a key component of its public health policy. This decision comes after the country successfully reduced its smoking rate to just 4.5% among Swedish-born adults, dropping below the 5% threshold for a smoke-free society.
Read moreIn the first few months of 2025, several state legislatures have introduced bills to establish vapor product directories, signaling a growing interest in regulating the sale of these products. The states considering such legislation include Florida, Indiana, Missouri, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Virginia, with similar bills also introduced in Arizona, Hawaii, Iowa, Nebraska, New York, South Carolina, South Dakota, Vermont, Washington, West Virginia and Utah. Additionally, Oklahoma is looking to update its existing directory framework to align with these recent proposals.
Read moreMississippi, once a trailblazer in the fight against Big Tobacco, now finds itself in a peculiar position as a new law threatens to hand the vaping market to the very companies the state once sued. The recently passed HB 916, which quietly made its way to Governor Tate Reeves’ desk last week, is set to drastically change the landscape of the vaping industry in the state, leaving many small businesses fearing for their future.
Read moreSpain is currently facing a significant public health challenge with a smoking prevalence of 24%, one of the highest rates in Western Europe. In an effort to address this issue, the Spanish Ministry of Health has recently proposed a draft decree that includes strict regulations on vaping products and nicotine pouches. However, many experts argue that this approach is misguided and may ultimately undermine public health objectives while protecting the cigarette market.
Read moreThe United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has made significant strides in the fight against tobacco-related harm by authorizing the marketing of various smoke-free alternatives to conventional cigarettes. In January 2025, the FDA authorized 20 ZYN nicotine pouch products, recognizing their potential to present a lower risk of cancer and other health conditions compared to traditional cigarettes.
Read moreChile has recently enacted a groundbreaking law, Law No. 21.642, which establishes clear regulations for Nicotine Delivery Electronic Systems (SEAN) and Non-Nicotine Electronic Systems (SESN). This legislation marks a significant step forward for nicotine innovation in Latin America, offering a balanced approach to vaping regulation that addresses public health concerns while respecting the rights of adult consumers to access potentially safer alternatives to traditional cigarettes.
Read moreAs we enter the year 2025, the e-cigarette market in the United States has undergone significant changes in terms of regulations, taxes, and sales policies. Each state has adopted its own unique approach to managing e-cigarettes, ranging from strict prohibitions to relatively lenient oversight. These varying policies have had a profound impact on the development of the e-cigarette industry in different regions. In this article, we will take an in-depth look at the latest e-cigarette policies across the United States, categorized by policy type.
Read moreThe world of tobacco, vaping, and next-generation nicotine products in the UK is undergoing significant changes, driven by shifting consumer preferences, regulatory developments, and evolving market trends. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll break down six key aspects of this dynamic landscape, helping you understand the forces shaping the industry and what they mean for retailers, consumers, and public health.
Read moreIn this article, we explore the perspective of Dr. Reuven Zimlichman, an Israeli cardiologist and director of The Brunner Cardiovascular Research Institute at Tel Aviv University, on the potential of tobacco harm reduction strategies to help smokers who struggle to quit. Let’s break down the main ideas and their implications for public health.
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