Alistair Servet
Self-taught and curious by nature, I developed my journalistic skills in the field by joining the Vaping Post in 2017. As a former smoker who converted to vaping, I immediately felt the need to understand in detail all aspects of this smoking risk reduction method that has enabled me to successfully quit smoking where previous methods had failed.
Review: Aspire Loomix
We tested Aspire’s Loomix: 1,500 mAh battery, 3 ml cartridge, Eco and Boost modes and a wide choice of coils. An easy-to-use pod with precise flavor.
Quitting smoking: vaping helps without support, but twice as well with it
A UK randomised trial in NEJM Evidence finds a mailed vape kit beats automated emails for quitting smoking, and brief phone support nearly doubles success.
Morocco Plans to Double Its Vape Tax and Extend It to Refillable Devices
Morocco’s 2027 finance bill would raise the e-cigarette tax from 50 to 100 dirhams per unit and extend it to refillable devices, pods and tanks.
Europe: Ireland Makes One Last Push for a Compromise Before Lithuania’s Presidency
Ireland tables a new EU tobacco and e-liquid tax compromise ahead of the November 9 Ecofin, as Sweden lacks a government and Lithuania prepares to take over.
Guyana Moves to Block Recreational Vape Imports
Guyana plans a Customs Act order barring vape imports without health approval. The order is unsigned, exemption rules are unclear, and youth data diverge.
Quitting smoking: vaping has overtaken nicotine replacement therapy in France
Since 2010, e-cigarettes have become the leading aid for French smokers who quit, well ahead of patches and gum.
TPD and Big Tobacco Lobbying: European Ombudsman Opens Investigation
Dalli-gate: the resignation that marked the history of tobacco lobbying in Brussels
In 2012, while preparations were underway for the revision of the Tobacco Products...
Review: Blast 15000 – Dojo
Available in two relatively high nicotine strengths, it is primarily aimed at smokers and vapers looking for a device that can help them stay away from tobacco.
