Diane Caruana
In-house journalist covering international vaping news.
The Escalating Situation of Illegal Vape Retailers in the UK
In 2023, nearly 3,000 sellers of illegal vapes were identified across the country, but only 1 in 20 faced fines.Tens of thousands of illegal...
Myths About Vaping and Oral Health: Hopefully Dispelled Once and For All
It is common knowledge that a healthy oral hygiene routine is crucial to prevent diseases that damage teeth and gums, which are often at...
The FDA Announces PMTA Approval For Vuse Alto Tobacco-Flavoured E-Cigarette Pods
The FDA emphasized that while the approval means that these products are considered "appropriate for the protection of public health," this does not mean...
The UK’s Infamous Tobacco and Vapes Bill is Back
As predicted by experts, the new UK Government has announced plans to re-introduce the generational smoking ban and tighter regulations on vapes and other...
How Teen Vaping Data is Reported to Create Fear
A recent paper explored the optimal way to define "e-cigarette use" among youth in a manner pertinent to individual and public health. Commonly, definitions...
The Financial Benefits of Switching From Smoking to Safer Nicotine Alternatives
A study by the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC, published in "Nicotine and Tobacco Research," examined how flavour restrictions on nicotine and tobacco...
The EU Keeps Quiet on Eurobarometer Findings During Debate on Tobacco Policy
The Eurobarometer survey is a recurring public opinion survey carried out every autumn and spring by the European Commission (EC). Its aim is to...
Should The Tobacco Industry be Excluded From Tobacco Harm Reduction Efforts on Principle?
Derek Yach, who served as President of the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World until October 2021, has recently responded to criticisms written about him...
