Tag: Nicotine Addiction
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Why Quitting E-Cigarettes Is Hard: The Addiction Behind Vaping’s Popularity
Vaping: Perceived Safety and Real Addiction Many people view vaping as a safer alternative to smoking, a view backed by some harm-reduction arguments and certain public health positions. That perception, however, does not negate the grip that e-cigarettes can have on users. Nicotine, the primary addictive compound in most vaping products, can train the brain…
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Vaping Safer Than Smoking: Why Quitting E-Cigarettes Is Tough
Introduction: A paradox of safety and dependency Many health authorities acknowledge that vaping exposes users to fewer toxic substances than combustible tobacco. In the UK, this has contributed to a perception that vaping is a safer alternative to smoking. Yet the same devices, designed to help people quit or reduce nicotine intake, can become a…
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COVID-19’s Impact on Adolescent Smoking: A Scoping Review
Overview The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped adolescent life, with school closures, social isolation, and heightened stress potentially altering smoking behaviors among youths. This article summarizes what a recent scoping review found about how the pandemic affected smoking initiation, cessation, and nicotine dependence in teenagers, and what it means for public health policy and future research. What…
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Malaysia’s Nationwide Vape Ban: Mixed Reactions from Experts
Introduction Malaysia has announced its intention to implement a nationwide ban on vaping, following the footsteps of its neighbor Singapore. This move aims to address the growing concerns surrounding the misuse of vaping products among the youth. While health advocates celebrate this decision as a crucial step toward better public health, others—including retailers and vaping…
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Malaysia’s Vape Ban: Mixed Reactions from Health Experts and Retailers
Overview of Malaysia’s Vape Ban Malaysia is poised to implement a nationwide vape ban, following in the footsteps of its neighbor, Singapore. This ambitious move is primarily aimed at addressing the increasing misuse of vaping products among the youth. While the decision has garnered significant support from health advocates who argue that it could protect…
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Malaysia’s Nationwide Vape Ban: A Controversial Step
Introduction to Malaysia’s Vape Ban Malaysia is making headlines with its proposed nationwide ban on vaping, mirroring the stringent policies of neighboring Singapore. This bold move is positioned as a public health initiative aimed at curtailing the increasing misuse of vaping products, particularly among the youth. As the government prepares to enforce this ban, reactions…