In the realm of public health and personal well-being, few topics have sparked as much debate and confusion in recent years as vaping. A decade ago, the prevailing view among smokers was that e-cigarettes offered a safer alternative to traditional tobacco. Fast forward to today, and public opinion has undergone a dramatic reversal. A significant majority now believe that vaping is just as dangerous, if not more so, than smoking cigarettes.
Read moreThe question of whether vaping should be embraced as a tool to help smokers quit has ignited a fierce debate within the global public health community. At a recent gathering in Geneva to discuss the World Health Organization’s (WHO) tobacco control treaty, over 1,400 delegates grappled with this divisive issue. While smoking rates have declined, 1.2 billion people worldwide still use tobacco, prompting urgent discussions on how to address the “tobacco epidemic.”
Read moreA new report by the civil organization Defensorxs, in collaboration with journalist Óscar Balderas, has exposed the deep involvement of seven major criminal organizations in the illegal sale and distribution of vapes and cigarettes across Mexico. Titled “Smoke, Vaping, and Power,” the document highlights how cartels are diversifying their revenue streams through contraband tobacco, vape trafficking, and extortion (“cobro de piso”) of merchants.
Read moreLess than a year into his second term, President Trump faces the challenge of reversing what critics describe as the “poor decision-making” of the Biden years, particularly regarding the illicit nicotine market. A new perspective argues that up to 85% of vaping devices currently sold in the U.S. are illegal, lacking authorization from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This means nearly 9 out of 10 devices have bypassed FDA review or are stuck in a massive backlog.
Read moreThe global landscape of nicotine consumption is undergoing a seismic shift. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) and various market sources, over 100 million people worldwide now use smoke-free tobacco products like vapes, snus, and nicotine pouches. In 2025, estimates suggest at least 82 million vape users globally, with significant growth in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. Independent studies consistently show that countries embracing these smoke-free alternatives as harm reduction tools have seen substantial drops in tobacco-related mortality and healthcare burdens.
Read moreThe World Health Organization’s (WHO) recent COP11 global tobacco control conference in Geneva concluded not with a unified front, but by revealing significant fissures in the organization’s long-standing prohibitionist strategy. Originally intended to galvanize the global fight against smoking, the event instead highlighted a growing resistance among member states to what many now perceive as institutional overreach and ideological rigidity regarding nicotine regulation.
Read moreAcross the European continent, from the bustling streets of London to the cafes of Paris and the tech hubs of Berlin, a significant shift in nicotine consumption is underway. Disposable vapes have rapidly evolved from a niche convenience item into a dominant force in the vaping industry. These compact, pre-filled, and pre-charged devices have lowered the barrier to entry for millions, offering a user-friendly alternative to both combustible cigarettes and complex open-system vapes. While the trend is undeniably pan-European, the market is far from monolithic, characterized by a complex interplay of consumer convenience, evolving regulations, and diverse local preferences.
Read moreIn recent years, a distinct trend has emerged in the smoking and vaping market: disposable vapes are gaining massive popularity, while the traditional shisha (hookah) is noticeably losing ground. This shift isn’t happening overnight, but it is unmistakable. Brands leading with intense flavors, reliable technology, and high-capacity devices like the Flerbar D16000 (offering up to 16,000 puffs) are visibly driving this change. But what makes disposable vapes so attractive today that even die-hard shisha fans are increasingly making the switch? The answer lies in a mix of convenience, cost, practicality, and societal change.
Read moreBrazil and Switzerland have adopted fundamentally different strategies regarding electronic cigarettes, offering a compelling case study in public health policy. In Brazil, the sale, importation, and advertising of e-cigarettes have been prohibited by the National Health Surveillance Agency (Anvisa) since 2009, citing a lack of long-term studies and potential health risks. Conversely, Switzerland has chosen a path of regulation, implementing a new Tobacco Products Act in October 2024 that integrates e-cigarettes into its legal framework.
Read moreThis Thursday, November 20, marks a significant milestone in public health history: the 50th anniversary of the Great American Smokeout. Initiated by the American Cancer Society (ACS), this annual event held on the third Thursday of November has evolved from a symbolic one-day quit attempt into a powerful nationwide movement. As the initiative celebrates half a century of encouraging Americans to commit to a smoke-free life, it also highlights a dramatic victory: cigarette smoking among U.S. adults has plummeted from approximately 42% in 1965 to a historic low of just 11% today.
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