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Disposable Vapes Still Widely (and Predictably) Sold in Post-Ban UK

Disposable nicotine vapes are still being sold by retailers in the United Kingdom, even though they were recently banned. This…

August 13, 2025

Pouches Close Sweden’s Tobacco Harm Reduction Gender Gap

Sweden's use of the oral tobacco product snus has led it towards becoming the world’s first “smoke-free” country (defined as…

August 6, 2025

“Infantile” UK Plan Would Fine People Who Vape at Bus Stops

People who vape at outdoor bus stops in the United Kingdom could soon be fined up to £100, under a…

July 28, 2025

Why Dr. Mark Tyndall Is Taking a Stand for Tobacco Harm Reduction

The tobacco harm reduction movement has long needed doctors to unapologetically make the case that it’s a matter of life…

July 24, 2025

Confirmation of Trump’s DEA Pick Will Bring More of the Same, or Worse

On July 22, the Senate confirmed Terrance Cole as the new administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration, by a 50-47…

July 24, 2025

Who’s Missing From the Tobacco Harm Reduction Conversation?

When it comes to tobacco harm reduction, whose opinions and voices should be heard? The question was put to a…

July 11, 2025

Nicotine Consumer Advocates Share Strategies, Support Amid Hostility

Advocates work with the government while activists fight with the government," Maria Papaionnoy-Duic, the founder of Canadian consumer group Rights…

June 25, 2025

How Can Drug Decriminalization Be Built to Last?

In public drug policy conversations, decriminalization has too often been framed as a catch-all solution to drug-related issues, from overdose…

June 24, 2025

One Year On, German Cannabis Legalization Has Uncertain Future

Berlin’s “premier smoking lounge” shares a street with high-end wine bars and designer clothing stores. The faceless entrance of Tribe…

June 4, 2025

EU Health Commissioner Under Fire for Spouting Vape Misinformation

Misinformation about tobacco harm reduction, though sadly rife, is especially damaging when it comes from the most senior health officials.…

May 29, 2025