Metatin is a synthetic alternative to nicotine, recently identified in some puffs labelled "nicotine-free". Still little studied in humans, this molecule is raising concerns about its legality, addictive potential and the transparency of manufacturers.
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For World No Tobacco Day 2025, the WHO is attacking vaping (yet again!), despite the fact that it is a well-established cessation tool and 95% less harmful than tobacco. It's a dangerous confusion that distracts attention from the real problem: cigarettes.
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More and more countries are adopting generational bans on the sale of tobacco to gradually eliminate smoking.
However, this bold strategy raises debates about individual freedoms, the black market and the role of vape as an alternative.
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The ban on puffs is making headway in Europe, with France and Belgium leading the way, while Switzerland applies separate regulations, still offering refillable alternatives to vapers.
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The end of VAPYOU and SOVAPE marks a turning point for vaping in France, while Switzerland is tightening its regulations on vaping.
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World No Tobacco Day is upon us, but once again the WHO seems to be focusing on vaping rather than traditional cigarettes. This does not mean that we should ignore the dangers of smoking. Acknowledging the potential of vape in reducing risks can help in the fight against smoking-related diseases.
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We Are Innovation has published a report assessing anti-smoking policies in 69 countries, highlighting the importance of vaping, which accounts for 73% of the overall score. Despite Switzerland's high ranking, its low ranking for vaping points to shortcomings in its policies.
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Sweetch is taking part in this year's World Earth Day by raising awareness on the environmental impact of electronic cigarettes and encouraging their recycling to protect our planet, highlighting the differences between the tobacco industry and the vaping world when it comes to pollution.
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Tobacco regulation is driven by economic and political interests, with cigarette manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, governments, and lobbyists seeking to safeguard their profits and interests.
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In France, the ban on disposable puffs seems to be coming about as part of a wider anti-smoking plan, while in the UK, although their use in smoking cessation is recognised, their ban is also being considered because of their appeal to young people, highlighting health and environmental concerns common to both countries.
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