Snus dispute in Norway - raging against proposal
In Norway, there is growing conflict over a government proposal to limit nicotine levels in snus, with major opposition from the Progress Party.
FHI Supports Government Proposal for Ban on Strong Snus
The Norwegian Public Health Institute (FHI) supports the government's proposal to limit nicotine levels in snus, which is expected to reduce addiction risks.
FHI and the Health Directorate support the government's snus restrictions: – Will lead to less kick
The Norwegian Institute of Public Health and the Health Directorate endorse government regulations limiting nicotine levels in snus, expected to curb addiction risks.
FHI and the Health Directorate support the government's snus restrictions: - Will lead to less kick
Norwegian health authorities support proposed nicotine limits in snus to reduce addiction risks.
Nicotine-pouch maker Zonnic criticizes Conservative MP for promoting foreign competitor
Zonnic's parent company, Imperial Tobacco Canada, criticizes MP Jamil Jivani for promoting the foreign nicotine pouch brand Zyn, which is not authorized for sale in Canada.
Israel halts Unicef shipments from Egypt
Israel has stopped Unicef's aid shipments to Gaza from Egypt due to alleged attempts to smuggle tobacco and nicotine within those deliveries.
Matthias Riedl, German nutritionist and endocrinologist: "Beware of aging accelerators"
German nutritionist Matthias Riedl warns about the effects of certain substances, such as nicotine and alcohol, on skin aging.
"It's a must, or the TV will fly out the window" - two thirty-somethings tried to quit using nicotine pouches
Two individuals from Finland share their experiences while attempting to quit nicotine pouches, highlighting the challenges and the impact of peer support.
Five Arrested for Assaulting Boy Trying to Sell Nicotine Vaping Products
Five high school boys were arrested under robbery charges for assaulting a 17-year-old boy trying to sell prohibited nicotine vaping products in Osaka.
The candidates have spoken: Only a purely blue government will prevent higher prices on nicotine and tobacco
A recent report indicates that approximately 185,000 young people smoke, with an increasing number using vape and smoke-free nicotine products, prompting calls from various political parties in Denmark for significantly higher prices on these products.
Parliamentary candidates want "significantly higher" prices on tobacco
A majority of Danish political candidates are advocating for significantly increased prices on tobacco and nicotine products to combat youth smoking and vaping.
Young nicotine users top energy drink consumption
Young people who smoke cigarettes or use nicotine pouches are significantly more likely to be heavy consumers of energy drinks.
‘Free the Zyn’: Why nicotine pouches are all the buzz on Canada’s right
Conservative politicians in Canada are advocating for loosening restrictions on the sale of nicotine pouches, highlighting growing interest among young people.
Suspicion: Company Avoided Millions in Tobacco Taxes Through Nicotine Pouch Sales
A company operating in Eastern and Southern Finland is under suspicion for importing nicotine pouches worth millions of euros to Finland without paying tobacco taxes.
Suspected: Nicotine pouch dealer evaded millions in taxes
Authorities suspect a nicotine pouch dealer evaded over two million euros in taxes.
Customs Suspects: A Company Operating in Finland Has Evaded Over Two Million Euros in Taxes from Nicotine Pouch Sales
Customs officials in Finland suspect a company of importing and selling nicotine pouches while failing to pay taxes amounting to over two million euros.
Matti, 39, quit nicotine pouches and realized what poison they are – an incredible change in brain function
Matti Harju shares his remarkable journey of quitting nicotine pouches and the unexpected cognitive changes he experienced as a result.
First Arrest for Electronic Cigarette 'Nicopuff', Trend Among Young People? Selling to Juniors Suspected
A 21-year-old university student has been arrested for allegedly selling the nicotine-containing electronic cigarette 'Nicopuff' to a high school junior, marking the first case of its kind in Japan.
Mislabelled products found in stores - Kesko reacts immediately: "These cannot be sold"
Kesko is removing several nicotine pouch products from sale due to mislabeling issues identified in stores.
Ozempic and other GLP-1 medications may help combat addictions to various substances
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic are showing promise in helping individuals overcome addictions to substances such as nicotine and alcohol without prior intent to quit.
Alberta government, store owners campaign for change in nicotine pouch rules
The Alberta government advocates for changes to nicotine pouch regulations, arguing current federal rules hinder adult access while failing to prevent youth use.
Dousa: The Swedish government stands up for snus
The Swedish government is opposing Austria's proposal to ban the online sale of white snus and to regulate nicotine content, asserting that it hampers the free movement of goods within the EU.
The reader quit smoking but finds peace with snus. "You are wrong," responds the general practitioner.
A reader contemplates the implications of substituting cigarette smoking with snus after five years of quitting smoking and seeks advice on managing this new dependency.
Warnings about the risks of a new smokeless tobacco method
Toxicologist Carlos Damin warns of the dangers associated with the rising trend of nicotine pouch consumption among young people in Argentina, emphasizing its addictive nature.
School Nurse Warns: A Dangerous Trend is Growing Among Youth, Where We Are at the Top in Europe
The use of e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches among Estonian youth has reached alarming levels, prompting concern from health workers and parents.
Illegal nicotine pouches are sold in Finland
Finland is seeing the sale of illegal nicotine pouches that exceed the legal nicotine limit set by tobacco laws.
Reporter found illegal product in grocery store – Now S Group, Lidl, and Kesko speak up
Major Finnish grocery chains S Group, Kesko, and Lidl are denying the sale of nicotine bags exceeding legal limits after a report revealed their presence in stores.
Influencers use social media to exalt synthetic nicotine
Influencers are promoting synthetic nicotine as a performance-enhancing aid for workouts, echoing themes from a satirical film about the tobacco industry.
‘Good health policy’: Alberta’s calls on Ottawa to relax nicotine pouch rules
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith urges the federal government to ease restrictions on nicotine pouches, claiming they hinder smoking cessation efforts.
Illegal products are sold in stores: "There should be none"
Certain stores are selling nicotine pouches that exceed the legal nicotine limit in Finland, drawing attention from regulatory authorities.
Gen Z drinks less but uses nicotine more than other generations: report
A recent report shows that Gen Z Canadians consume less alcohol but have a higher usage of nicotine products compared to older generations.
Tax Office seeks bankruptcy for nicotine pouch company - "it's a misunderstanding"
The Finnish Tax Administration has filed for bankruptcy against Snus Empire Finland, a company specializing in nicotine pouches; however, the CEO claims it is based on a misunderstanding.
Detainees are fighting: who demands more food in prison, who wants to use a computer
Several incidents related to aggressive behavior among detainees and the discovery of prohibited items were reported in Estonian prisons last week.
Young people in Rautalampi municipality recruited as nicotine agents – this is how it affected snuff use in schools
In Rautalampi, Finland, young people serve as nicotine agents to educate their peers on the dangers of nicotine, leading to a reduction in tobacco use in schools.
Researchers have identified a gene that reduces the urge to smoke
Researchers have discovered a gene linked to lower nicotine dependence and reduced tobacco consumption.
Discovery that people with certain genetic variants are less 'hooked' on tobacco
Individuals carrying specific genetic variants related to nicotine regulation are less likely to smoke heavily, according to new research.
Free from nicotine and feel like an addiction counselor
An individual discusses their experience of overcoming nicotine addiction and feels empowered to help others.
Invest in Ramadan and Say Goodbye to Smoking: Five Tips to Quit the 'Nicotine Slavery'
The article provides five tips for smokers to use the month of Ramadan as an opportunity to quit smoking by leveraging the fasting period.
Nordic Cancer Foundations warn the EU about white snus
The Nordic cancer foundations are urging the EU Commission to tighten regulations on white snus and other addictive nicotine products.
Jerry O'Connell reveals the powerful bedroom ultimatum that finally ended his smoking habit
Jerry O'Connell shares how a stark ultimatum from his wife prompted him to quit smoking after decades of struggle with nicotine addiction.
Controversial ban law has come into force - Shopkeeper was astonished by the impacts
A new law regulating the allowed flavors of nicotine pouches has come into effect in Finland, but shopkeepers report minimal changes in sales despite initial expectations.
Health: Addiction Costs Germany More Than 136 Billion Euros Per Year
Addiction to alcohol, nicotine, and gambling costs Germany over 136 billion euros annually, according to health experts.
A Phenomenon Seen in Doctors' Offices Due to Nicotine Pouches - 'It's Like Elephant Skin'
Doctors are revealing harrowing effects of nicotine pouches, particularly affecting women, amid growing evidence of their negative health impacts.
Eero Merilind: vaping and other narcotics are not the cause, but the consequence
Eero Merilind discusses the alarming rise of nicotine addiction among Estonian youth and emphasizes that it is a byproduct of deeper societal issues rather than the root cause.
The frog poison killed Navalny: 'Stimulates nicotine receptors'
The article discusses the findings that the Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was reportedly killed by a potent and relatively unknown poison, identified as epibatidine, while in Russian captivity.
Drauzio Varella stated that cigarette addiction is worse than crack addiction
Drauzio Varella argues in a recent article that nicotine addiction is more severe than crack addiction, drawing on personal experiences with both substances.
Mouthful in the Olympics
Swedish ice hockey star Erik Karlsson was candid about his tobacco use after the Olympic match against Italy, illustrating his reliance on nicotine.
Neither cigarettes nor vapes: warnings about the risks of a new smokeless tobacco trend
Experts warn about the dangers of nicotine pouches, a new trend in smokeless tobacco consumption among young people.
With the Wise One reveals the dangers of nicotine pouches and warns of the spread of the Nipah virus in Asia
The program 'With the Wise One' highlights health risks associated with nicotine pouches and warns about the rising cases of the Nipah virus in Asia.
We must stop pushing children and young people in front of us in the debate about tobacco-free nicotine products
The article discusses the need for stricter enforcement of age limits on nicotine products to protect minors from access to these substances.