The Last Gasp of Cigarettes? How America’s Declining Smoking Rate Signals a Radically Different Future for Nicotine For decades, the image of smoking was woven into the fabric of American life. Now, a startling milestone has been reached: cigarette smoking has fallen below 10% of the adult population for the first time ever. But this … Read more
The UK’s impending ban on disposable vapes, set for June 2025, is facing a potential unintended consequence: a resurgence in cigarette smoking among young adults. While intended to curb rising youth vaping rates – a concern echoed globally – new research from the University of Bristol reveals a significant minority of current disposable vape users, … Read more
The Vaping Paradox: As Quitting Rates Stall, Will Nicotine Regulation 2.0 Define the Future? Despite a decade of aggressive marketing as a smoking cessation aid, a startling statistic reveals the limitations of vaping: nearly half of individuals who switch to e-cigarettes continue to use traditional tobacco products. This isn’t a simple case of failed willpower; … Read more