1st case of severe vaping-related illness reported in Alberta
Alberta’s chief medical officer of health confirmed the province’s first case of severe vaping-associated lung illness on Thursday. Continue reading
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Trump says government may pull some flavoured vapes from market
All e-cigarettes will need to undergo FDA review in May. Only those that demonstrate public health benefits will be permitted to stay on the market. Continue reading
Health Canada proposes ban on vaping ads in public spaces, online
The proposed regulations come amid growing fears surrounding vaping’s safety and mounting evidence that youth vaping is on the rise both among people who once smoked and those who had not. Continue reading
Cannabis vaping products won’t be sold in Quebec, N.L. in January
There have been 11 cases of severe lung illnesses in Canada related to vaping, according to data from the Canadian government, which has said it is investigating the cause. Continue reading
Health group says ‘price war’ among vaping manufacturers is targeting young smokers
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Physicians for a Smoke-Free Canada says the dropping prices means B.C.’s move to raise taxes on vape products won’t be enough to curb youth vaping. Continue reading
Vaping illness in London teen resembles ‘popcorn-lung’ — but differs from other cases
The update comes from an article written by six doctors who treated the Ontario teen during a 47-day hospital stay. Continue reading
Here’s how vaping is regulated in each province
The provinces and territories have enacted different regulatory measures in an attempt to deal with vaping. Continue reading
Critics say B.C.’s youth vaping crackdown will push smokers back to cigarettes
Many vape shops and manufacturers say switching from cigarettes to vape products can help smokers wean off nicotine and curb their addiction. Continue reading
Youth vaping crackdown: B.C. to hike PST on vaping products, limit nicotine content
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The initiative is being touted as by far the biggest effort by any Canadian province to fight vaping among teens. Continue reading
Nova Scotia health groups recommend legislative action on youth vaping
Kelly Cull of the Canadian Cancer Society has told the legislature’s health committee that a recent Canadian study found youth vaping had skyrocketed by 74 per cent in just one year. Continue reading