A ban on all vape imports took effect this week in Bangladesh. With no domestic vaping product manufacturers, the import prohibition is essentially an outright vape ban. "It is necessary to take urgent measures to ban these products and ensure the public health and safety of future generations," the Health Department of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare announced in December.
The impact of vaping on cardiopulmonary health remains a topic of concern. Some studies have (or attempted to) link vaping to increased risks of heart disease, lung damage, and impaired respiratory function. While growing a growing body of evidence indicates that actually smokers who switch to vapes minimize these risks.
Jan. 10-AUGUSTA — Gov. Janet Mills unveiled a two-year state budget proposal Friday that increases the tax cigarettes while maintaining the state's free community college program and other administration priorities.
On January 8, 2025, a team of specialists on tobacco use and health policy published a report that draws together the available scientific evidence on how best to support people to quit vaping nicotine.
The Ministry of Health has issued a stern warning to young Kenyans to avoid using vapes, nicotine pouches, electronic cigars, and other emerging substances, citing serious long-term health risks. Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni, , emphasised the dangers of these products, warning that they could cause serious health complications such as cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.
The Teachers' Forum Against Tobacco, a newly formed anti-tobacco platform, has called for the prompt passage of amendments to the Tobacco Control Act to secure a healthier future for the younger generation. To mark its formation, the forum made the appeal during a meeting held at the Biswa Shahitto Kendra in the capital on Saturday organised by Nari Maitree.
Young Kenyans have been urged to steer clear of vapes, nicotine pouches, electronic cigars, and other emerging substances, as the Ministry of Health highlights the serious long-term health risks associated with their use. Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni issued a warning, emphasising that these products could lead to severe health complications, including cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.
Democratic lawmakers in Washington are pushing this year to ban flavored tobacco products, with the support of the state schools chief. State Rep. Kristine Reeves, D-Federal Way, filed the legislation Jan. 8 on the House side. State Sen. T’wina Nobles, D-University Place, is set to sponsor the Senate version.
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