tobacco harm reduction

Irish Government Grows Ever More Hostile to Vaping

The Irish government has ramped up its hostility towards safer nicotine products by approving new legislation to further tighten restrictions…

March 10, 2026

“One Word: Inevitable”—Tobacco Harm Reduction’s Heavy Hitter

Few spaces are as hostile as the tobacco harm reduction (THR) policy debate. Lawmakers, media, ideologically-driven researchers, nonprofits and public…

February 19, 2026

The Role of NRT Fatally Undermines the Anti-Vape Case

Public health authorities insist they are guided by science. But when it comes to nicotine, policy is driven less by…

January 30, 2026

Nicotine a Heart Threat, Per “Expert Consensus Report.” Experts Disagree.

Nicotine, regardless of the delivery system, is a “potent cardiovascular toxin,” states a recent report, calling for urgent action from…

January 14, 2026

In Minnesota, We Refuse to Apply Harm Reduction to Tobacco Use

Minnesota has a reputation as a national leader in both tobacco control and harm reduction. But as 2026 approaches, and…

December 23, 2025

A Rare Case of Open Debate on Tobacco Harm Reduction

"If safer alternatives can save lives, what responsibility do we have to science, to fairness and to the people we…

December 22, 2025

Denver Voters Uphold Flavor Ban, in Blow to Tobacco Harm Reduction

Denver has voted to uphold a ban on sales of flavored nicotine products. The referendum result dashes tobacco harm reductionists’…

November 5, 2025

High-Nicotine Pouches Help People Stay Off Cigarettes—If Available

Pouches with higher nicotine levels can make a vital contribution to tobacco harm reduction, by delivering the satisfaction people may…

October 29, 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