Poland one step closer to ban flavoured nicotine pouches, restrict e-cigarettes
The aim is to ensure greater control over e-cigarettes, the Polish ministry said on X.
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Denmark and Sweden see rise in semisynthetic cannabinoid poisonings
Cannabinoid-induced poisonings are leading to more hospital admissions as drug traffickers target puff bars, gummies, and e-cigarettes.
Europe must confront soaring chronic disease rates, warns WHO
From infancy to old age, people in the region are facing health crises.
Poland tightens e-cigarette rules to protect youth after market doubles
E-cigarette sales in Poland soared by a staggering 208% in 2023 compared to the previous year.
As Belgium’s disposable vape ban looms, health minister urges EU to change smoking rules
European Commission has delayed updated EU rules on tobacco products.
Countries back Brussels’ plan to ban outdoor vaping
But Hungary’s minister reminded countries that the move was nonbinding, as Germany and Greece abstained.
MEPs reject smoking ban plan
The vote is symbolic but lawmakers still couldn’t come to an agreement.
Disposable vapes to be banned in England and Wales
Ministers vow to end ‘throwaway culture’ after e-cigarettes soar in popularity among young people
Commission gives green light to French disposable e-cigarettes ban
The European Commission approved a decision on Wednesday (25 September) by the French government to ban disposable e-cigarettes, marking a significant step in its efforts to reduce waste and curb youth smoking.
EU recommends outdoor ban on cigarettes, e-cigarettes and heated tobacco
The European Commission wants Member states to ban cigarettes, e-cigarettes and heated products tobacco from outdoor areas, according to new recommendations published on Tuesday (17 September).
Want babies? Don’t start vaping, Putin warns schoolkids.
Russian president tells pupils: Think you’re cool? Think again.
World No Tobacco Day: NGOs vent frustration at EU’s failure to act
On World No Tobacco Day (31 May), several non-governmental organisations (NGOs) have joined to call for a swift EU action on tobacco control.
Alarming rise in E-cigarette use among European teenagers, warns WHO
A WHO Europe report into adolescent health and well-being paints an alarming picture for substance use in Europe. The survey of schools found that 32% of 15-year-olds surveyed had used an e-cigarette and 20% had used these products in the last 30 days….