The United Kingdom’s Tobacco and Vapes Bill 2025 represents a fundamental shift in how tobacco, herbal smoking products, cigarette papers, vapes, and nicotine products will be regulated and sold. Beyond its public health goals, the Bill introduces a comprehensive national licensing scheme that will create a new regulatory landscape for retailers, drawing parallels to the existing framework for alcohol licensing but with its own unique complexities.
Read moreNicotine, the notoriously addictive compound that has led millions to early deaths through cigarette smoking, is increasingly being consumed on its own through products like e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches. With the global vaping market projected to more than double from $22.5 billion in 2022 to $47.5 billion by 2028, a crucial question emerges: is nicotine simply an addictive substance to be avoided, or does it offer any benefits on its own?
Read moreFor years, a passionate debate has surrounded the role of electronic cigarettes (vapes) in the fight against tobacco. While many experts have championed vaping as a valuable harm reduction and smoking cessation tool, others have raised valid concerns about its own health risks, its appeal to youth, and the potential for prolonged “dual use” (using both cigarettes and vapes), which could undermine quitting efforts. Now, in a significant development, the Société Francophone de Tabacologie (SFT) – a respected society of French-speaking experts including pulmonologists, tobacco specialists, nurses, and pharmacists – has formally weighed in. After a rigorous scientific consensus process (using the established Delphi method), these experts have published a landmark document confirming that vaping is indeed an effective tool for tobacco cessation, while also emphasizing that its use should be transitional.
Read moreIn the ongoing global public health debate, the conversation around smoking and vaping is often dominated by health risks and harm reduction potential. However, a crucial, tangible factor influencing user behavior is cost. Both smoking traditional cigarettes and using electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), or vapes, impose significant financial burdens on individuals and societies. These costs extend far beyond the retail price of a pack of cigarettes or a disposable vape, encompassing massive healthcare expenditures, lost productivity, and long-term economic strain. This guide provides a comprehensive comparison of the costs of smoking versus vaping in 2025, drawing on global retail price data, public health economic models, and reports from leading institutions like the World Health Organization (WHO), Statista, and UCSF. We’ll explore what you pay at the store, the hidden societal costs, and ultimately, which habit is more expensive for the individual, the taxpayer, and the global economy.
Read moreOver the past fifteen years, the e-cigarette market in Europe has evolved from a niche product category into a remarkable economic force and a significant factor in public health discussions. What began as a curiosity is now an established industry with multi-billion euro revenues and growing societal relevance. This development is far from linear; it is shaped by a dynamic interplay of regulatory interventions, technological innovations, and shifting consumer habits. This article explores how the e-cigarette market is developing in Germany and across Europe, identifying the key trends and challenges that define it, and explaining why it remains one of the most dynamic segments of the consumer goods industry today.
Read moreThe UK government’s ban on disposable vapes, implemented on June 1st to curb youth vaping and environmental waste, appears to be failing, with a thriving black market undermining its effectiveness, according to new research. A survey conducted by online nicotine retailer Haypp has revealed that a staggering 62.5% of vapers are still using the now-illegal single-use devices, a figure that rises to 82% among those aged 25 to 34.
Read moreThe UK vaping industry is pushing back against a new Labour government proposal that would grant local councils powers to limit the number of vaping retailers on local high streets. Andrej Kuttruf, co-founder of vape retail chain Evapo, has described the plan, part of the “Pride in Place” initiative, as a “glaring contradiction” in the government’s approach to public health and smoking cessation.
Read moreDespite having comprehensive anti-tobacco legislation in place for over a decade, Tunisia is struggling with high smoking rates, weak enforcement, and a rigid cessation strategy that experts argue is failing its citizens. Nearly half (48%) of Tunisian men smoke regularly, and tobacco use is one of the top five causes of mortality in the country, responsible for 13,200 deaths annually.
Read moreTeen vaping remains a significant public health challenge across the United States, with prevalence rates varying dramatically from state to state. While national efforts and some local policies have aimed to curb e-cigarette use among adolescents, new data from the American Lung Association reveals stark regional disparities. States in Appalachia and the Mountain West report the highest rates of high school e-cigarette use, while states on the West Coast show the lowest, highlighting a deeply divided landscape in the fight against youth nicotine addiction.
Read moreAs the European Union considers its next steps on nicotine policy, a coalition of think tanks under the banner “Prohibition Does Not Work” is issuing a stark warning: banning safer nicotine products cedes the market to criminals, denies smokers effective alternatives, and ultimately fails to protect public health. Citing the negative outcomes of prohibitionist policies in countries like Brazil, Australia, and Germany, the coalition is urging Brussels to adopt a risk-proportionate, evidence-based harm reduction framework instead of pursuing widespread bans.
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