Action on Smoking & Health (ASH), a prominent anti-tobacco charity, has released new research revealing that nearly three million people in Britain have successfully quit smoking with the help of vaping in the past five years. The charity urges legislators to carefully consider the value of vapes as a quitting tool when drafting upcoming regulations.
Read moreIllinois has taken a significant step towards safeguarding youth from the dangers of vaping by implementing a new law that prohibits the shipping of e-cigarettes into the state. State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel championed the legislation, which aims to curb the ease with which minors can access vaping products online.
Read moreCosta Rican health authorities have taken a decisive step to address the growing health risks associated with vaping by introducing new regulations under Law 10.066. The law strictly prohibits vaping in various public spaces, including health centers, workplaces, educational institutions, shopping centers, casinos, nightclubs, discotheques, bars, restaurants, hotels, and sports facilities. The regulations also mandate clear signage in areas where vaping is banned, ensuring that the public is well-informed about the restrictions.
Read moreState deputies at the Legislative Assembly of Pará (Alepa) in Belém took a decisive step towards curbing the use of electronic cigarettes, also known as vapers, by approving Bill (PL) No. 213/2022 on Tuesday (13). State deputy Fábio Freitas (Republicans) proposed the bill, which strictly prohibits the use, sale, import, and production of any electronic smoking devices (DEF) intended to replace traditional cigarettes.
Strict Penalties and Enforcement Measures
The new legislation imposes a substantial fine of R$1,144.55 on individuals who violate the law. It also requires commercial establishments to display prominent notices on their walls, clearly stating that smoking is prohibited within the premises and that violators may face penalties. These notices must be placed in highly visible locations and include the contact information for the health surveillance department, the Consumer Protection and Defense Department (Procon), and the Sespa reference center for approaching and treating smokers. Read more
South Africa’s Parliament has revived the Control of Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Bill, a piece of legislation that aims to impose stricter regulations on the sale, advertising, and use of tobacco products and electronic delivery systems. The Bill, which lapsed at the end of the previous administration, now sits in Parliament and is on the agenda of the seventh administration.
Read moreIn the latest Gallup poll, the United States has witnessed a remarkable decline in cigarette smoking rates, reaching an 80-year low. The latest findings, based on the annual Consumption Habits poll conducted from July 1-21, show that only 11% of U.S. adults reported smoking cigarettes in the past week. This figure matches the historical low recorded in 2022 and is a significant drop from the 41% reported when Gallup first inquired about cigarette smoking in 1944.
Read morePoland’s Ministry of Finance has unveiled plans for a dramatic 75% increase in excise tax on e-cigarette liquids, set to take effect in 2025. This move threatens to push e-liquid prices above those of traditional cigarettes, potentially triggering widespread industry layoffs and bankruptcies. Read more
A new analysis has unveiled a significant shift in nicotine consumption patterns, showing that the proportion of adults using e-cigarettes in Britain has hit its highest level ever. Read more
In a significant development, Franklin County Circuit Judge Thomas Wingate dismissed a lawsuit challenging a recently passed Kentucky law that aims to restrict the sale of vaping products in the state. On Monday, the judge delivered a ruling that affirmed the measure serves a “legitimate state interest” and falls well within the scope of the General Assembly’s authority to safeguard the health and safety of Kentucky citizens. Read more
Q2 Sees 46% Increase in Arrests Compared to Q1, with Students and Travelers Among Those Caught
The Singapore Health Sciences Authority (HSA) has announced that 3,279 individuals were caught on the spot for using or possessing e-cigarettes in the second quarter of this year, according to a report by Lianhe Zaobao on August 1. This represents a 46% increase compared to the 2,240 people arrested in the first quarter, bringing the total number of arrests in the first half of the year to over 5,500.
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