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Advocates Fear EU “Domino Effect,” as Belgium Bans Vape Flavors

Belgium has confirmed a ban on vape flavors, leaving consumers with only two legal options: tobacco-flavored or unflavored. The move,…

May 22, 2026

Virginia Gov. Vetoes “Rushed” Launch of Retail Cannabis Market

Virginia’s governor is seeking to explain why she vetoed legislation to legalize adult-use marijuana sales in the state—saying she supports the…

May 21, 2026

Vape Taxes Won’t Increase Smoking, Study Claims. Here’s the Problem.

As a lifelong Iowan, studying public health policy and cancer prevention in a state with one of the nation’s fastest-rising…

May 21, 2026

“Fresh Meat”—How Prison Punishes Child Sexual Abuse

[This article contains descriptions of physical and sexual assault.]   The scarlet letter in prison is any conviction related to…

May 20, 2026

“Consider Tapering”—SAMHSA Turns Against Long-Term Methadone Use

Beware a “Dear Colleague” letter from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) that offers “updated guidance” on…

May 20, 2026

TrumpRx Now Features Generic Meds, Still Doesn’t Lower Drug Prices

President Donald Trump’s direct-to-consumer website for pharmaceutical discounts is expanding significantly. On May 18, the White House announced that TrumpRx…

May 19, 2026

Argentina Repeals Vape Prohibition After 15 Years

Argentina has ended its prohibition of vapes and other safer nicotine products. Tobacco harm reduction advocates welcome the repeal as…

May 19, 2026

DHS Releases Questionable Synthetic Opioid Guidance for First Responders

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has released new guidance on synthetic opioids, intended for first responders and government agents…

May 18, 2026

“End the Nightmare”—Coalition Hits DC for Cannabis Justice

A national coalition of 41 advocacy groups converged on Capitol Hill for the Cannabis Week of Unity, when a coordinated…

May 18, 2026

“Striking Increase” in Public Support for Legal Access to Psychedelics

There’s been a “striking increase” in support for legal and regulated therapeutic access to psychedelics as well as expanded research…

May 15, 2026