tobacco
Coverage of tobacco in the Nexus archive.
- Vape packaging and flavouring face restrictions under UK plans to reduce appeal to children
The UK plans to restrict vape packaging and flavoring to reduce their appeal to children, including plain packaging and limiting device colors to white, black, or grey. The proposals aim to align e-cigarette regulations with tobacco laws, as 20% of teenagers have tried vaping.
- Surplus crop, weak exports: the crisis facing Andhra tobacco farmers | Explained
Andhra tobacco farmers are facing a crisis as the price of tobacco has dropped from over ₹360 per kg to an average auction price of ₹219.50 per kg. The decline is attributed to a surplus crop and weak exports.
- Hawaii takes stand against tobacco: Gov. Green signs new laws
Governor Josh Green signed two laws in Hawaii to combat tobacco use, including a ban on disposable electronic devices and increased oversight of ESDs and e-liquids.
- FIRST AID: Biotech Act deal by Christmas?
The article discusses the possibility of a Biotech Act deal being finalized by Christmas, alongside topics such as heatwaves, tobacco, and preparedness.
- FIRST AID: Parliament puts wastewater rules on hold
Parliament has delayed wastewater rules. The article also covers topics related to tobacco, clinical trials, and nutri score.
- Philip Morris urges EU to treat tobacco like other industries
Philip Morris is urging the EU to treat tobacco like other industries, while health advocates warn that no other legal consumer industry kills more than 700,000 Europeans annually.
- State to restrict sugary drinks for SNAP recipients
The state will restrict the purchase of sugary beverages for SNAP recipients using EBT cards, joining existing prohibitions on alcohol and tobacco. This policy aims to limit access to high-sugar drinks through government-assisted nutrition programs.
- FIRST AID: Device reform reaches key milestone
The article highlights a key milestone in device reform and mentions coverage of Ebola and tobacco in its edition.
- FIRST AID: Why climate change is a health emergency
The article discusses climate change as a health emergency, alongside topics such as Ebola and tobacco. It also previews the week ahead.
- FIRST AID: Biotech Act incentive under fire
The Biotech Act incentive is facing criticism. The article highlights discussions around EPSCO, tobacco, and animal testing.
- FIRST AID: MEPs gear up for tobacco fight
MEPs are preparing to address tobacco-related issues focusing on aggressive marketing, budget, and pharmaceutical aspects. The article highlights their efforts to combat tobacco through legislative action.
- Australians are spending less to consume more nicotine as illegal tobacco trade explodes
Australian nicotine consumption increased by 40% between 2017 and 2025, with 80% of cigarettes sourced from illicit trade, despite lower spending. The Australian Bureau of Statistics reported this rise in nicotine use amid population growth of just 14%.
- WHO, MEPs sound alarm on youth‑targeted online ads for tobacco, alcohol and junk food
WHO and MEPs warn about youth-targeted online advertisements for tobacco, alcohol, and junk food. A WHO adviser cautions that an entire generation may become addicted to nicotine.
- UK bill bans anyone born after 2008 from ever buying tobacco
The UK Parliament has passed a law prohibiting individuals born after 2008 from purchasing tobacco. This means anyone currently aged 17 or younger will never be legally allowed to buy tobacco products.