Martin Cullip argues that UK vaping policy tells smokers one thing about reduced risk while sending the opposite message through regulation.
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culture media
A Hindustan Times article on vaping and skin healing overplays nicotine risks while muddying the comparison with smoking.
research
A new study reviews 214 papers and 22 randomised controlled trials on vaping and smoking cessation, finding strong evidence that vapes help smokers quit or reduce consumption.
regulation
The UK's Tobacco and Vapes Bill has passed Parliament, setting the stage for a generational tobacco sales ban, stricter vape regulations, and new controls on nicotine pouches from 2027.
culture media
A recently released UC San Diego study claims that vaping flavour bans are instrumental in dropping vaping rates.
youth
Age-gated vape devices are being promoted as a solution to youth vaping, but they may inconvenience adults and create more problems than they solve.
regulation
Labour plans to ban vaping in cars with children present, citing secondhand smoke claims. Is this evidence-based policy or creeping prohibition?
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regulation
UK to defend vaping at WHO’s COP11 in Geneva. Health Minister confirms harm reduction stance as campaigners urge clear public support for vapes.
regulation
NHS IVF funding in Cheshire and Merseyside could exclude vapers. But does the science justify it, or are patients being unfairly penalised?
regulation
UK's £62M youth vaping study sparks bias concerns. Critics say it's alarmist, undermining existing evidence on vaping's reduced risks compared to smoking.
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public health
Uncover the truth about sensationalised vaping deaths. Examining cases where media misreported causes, revealing the real dangers and misinformation surrounding vaping.
public health
World Vape Day 2024: Exploring the global impact of vaping and the challenges faced in promoting harm reduction.
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research
Explore the vaping safety debate: Is vaping truly 95% safer than smoking? Discover insights and the myths with James Wigmore's series.
research
Discover how the UK is leading the way to a smoke-free future. Read the latest GSTHR Briefing Paper for more details on the UK success.