Nicotine vaping products with no quality assurance ‘unacceptable’ Australia is a leader in smoking control – and the RACGP says we need to stay that way with quality assurance on imported vaping products.
Liquid nicotine import crackdown flagged Australians will need a prescription to import liquid nicotine from October next year.
GPs willing to prescribe e-cigarettes to aid the quitting process Many GPs would be prepared to upskill in order to help their patients, a leading expert has told a government inquiry.
What is EVALI? A prominent respiratory physician says Australian doctors should be aware of E-cigarette or Vaping Associated Lung Injury.
‘Blood in the water’: Why the next 12 months is critical for vaping regulation GPs are likely to be gatekeepers for access to nicotine-containing e-cigarettes. What is the evidence for their efficacy and safety – and what commercial interests are in play?
e-Cigarette report renews vaping debate The study questions nicotine vaping as a cessation aid and claims it encourages people to take up smoking, but it has generated significant pushback.
TGA interim decision tightens e-cigarette regulations The final outcome of the decision will ascertain whether nicotine-containing products are supplied with a doctor’s prescription.
Tobacco smoking down, vaping on the rise The National Drug Strategy Household Survey has noted a concerning uptake of e-cigarettes, particularly among young people.
Government to impose 12-month ban on most e-cigarette imports The pause will allow the TGA to receive public consultation on the future regulation of nicotine products in Australia.
Cigarette substitute on hold The Therapeutic Goods Administration has announced an interim decision to ban the sale of heat-not-burn tobacco products in Australia.