Diane Caruana
In-house journalist covering international vaping news.
New Vape Tax in Indiana Took Effect on July 1st
The higher tax rate was approved last year, while a proposal to reduce the tax from 25% to 15%, was endorsed by the Republican-dominated...
The Latest Study Linking Vapes to Smoking Cessation
The study titled, “Effect of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems on Cigarette Abstinence in Smokers with no Plans to Quit: Exploratory Analysis of a Randomized...
Spain May Set Further Restrictions on The Sale and Distribution of Vapes
Spain’s Ministry of Finance has previously said it wanted to tighten the tobacco regulatory framework, so as to be in line with WHO and...
The US FDA Announced Proposed Ban on Menthol Tobacco Products
A study reported that cigarette sales in Massachusetts declined by up to 33% after a ban on menthol-flavoured cigarettes went in effect, while cigarette...
US Juul Ban Would Allow Altria to Invest in Other Vape Brands
If the Juul ban goes into effect, Altria's obligations would be voided.As a result of a 2018 deal which gave Altria a 35% stake...
Researchers Develop Wearable Sensor Measuring Airborne Nicotine Vapour
Studies have shown that vaping probably has a minimal impact on indoor air quality.The report titled, “Nicotine Sensors for Wearable Battery-Free Monitoring of Vaping,”...
Cambodia’s Ministry of Education Issues Vape Restrictions
The new guidelines ban the use, distribution and advertising of these products on school grounds and surrounding areas.Issued by Minister Hang Chuon Naron, the...
UK Study: Patient and Clinician Perceptions on Vapes For Smoking Cessation
As a new approach to smoking cessation, vaping/tobacco harm reduction is being contradicted by long-established methods such as abstinence.The research team for the study...
