Tobacco harm reduction
Explore the evidence and arguments around reducing harm from smoking through changes in products and behaviour. Coverage focuses on comparative risks and the harm-reduction approach, rather than every story about nicotine.
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Half of Slovenian vapers would resort to smoking or the black market if flavours were banned
A flavour ban would put vapers in Slovania at risk by pushing them towards smoking, the black market, or making their own e-liquids, according to a new IPSOS survey.
Fighting King Kong AND Goliath: winning the war on vaping
The co-founder of media site Bloomberg and former mayor of New York City is using his money and influence to curb vaping - but he’s doing far more harm than good.
UK vape tax is a “huge step backwards,” action groups warn
A new tax on vapes unveiled in the UK’s spring Budget contradicts the country’s aim to be a world leader on smoking cessation, campaign groups warn.
20,000 sign petition to protect vapes
Almost 20,000 people have signed an online petition against a crackdown on vapes in Europe that would put “millions of lives” at risk.
‘Banning disposable vapes will fuel illicit market’ - action groups speak out against UK ban
The UK’s disposable vape ban will put children at greater risk by fuelling the black market, action groups have warned.
What do Europeans Think About Tobacco Harm Reduction?
In 2023, the European Commission consulted EU citizens and academics to find out what they thought about tobacco harm reduction. Over 15,000 citizens across Europe responded, and the Commission published those responses on their website.
Why Tobacco Harm Reduction?
Tobacco consumption is a significant public health issue in the European Union (EU), being the single largest avoidable health risk and the most prominent cause of premature death.
Different Kinds of THR Products
The tools of tobacco harm reduction are a range of products and methods designed to minimize the health risks associated with tobacco use, in a format consumers find appealing.
Advocacy for Beginners
Advocacy is a subject that is deliberately mystified by those with power and influence,in reality, it’s not that complicated, as long as you have the right guide.
Vaping should be endorsed in tobacco legislation NOT banned, says new report
The article in scientific journal The Lancet - published ahead of crunch COP10 talks next week - calls on the WHO to recognise the central part vapes and similar products can play in reducing tobacco use.