Most importantly, when we increase these taxes, they must be significant, like this proposed $2 increase, otherwise the industry can easily absorb these increases with coupons and discounts, and wont help people quit. However, Molly Pfaffenroth, who represented the Washington Food Industry Association, said the bill could have an outsized impact on small retailers
Vape pod starter kits are incredibly popular among those looking to quit smoking cigarettes due to their simplicity, affordability, and the wide variety of flavours available
Governments should act now to raise tobacco taxes to at least World Health Organization-recommended levels, restrict marketing to young people, create policies that control access to tobacco products, and protect policymaking from interference by the tobacco industry
In early February, the FDA announced it would begin banning fruit and candy flavors in non-disposable pod-based devices